Oil prices fell sharply on Tuesday (Apr 7) after the United States and Iran agreed to a temporary ceasefire. Oil plunged, and Asian stock indices were surging within hours of the temporary relief announced on the 38th day of the Iran war, in a dramatic reversal of the anxiety that has gripped global markets since the conflict began in late February. West Texas Intermediate, the main US crude benchmark, plunged more than 17 per cent to around $93 a barrel by late Wednesday GMT. Brent Crude wasn't far behind, dropping nearly 16 per cent to $93.38. This comes as Iran allowed safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz for a period of two weeks.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/oil-lifeline-back-tehran-reopens-strait-of-hormuz-for-2-weeks-as-us-iran-agree-to-11th-hour-truce-1775608923236">Oil lifeline back? Tehran reopens Strait of Hormuz for 2 weeks as US-Iran agree to 11th-hour truce</a><h2>Markets breathe sigh of relief</h2>The relief on equity markets was equally sharp. Japan's Nikkei 225 jumped 4.38 per cent, while South Korea's Kospi rocketed 5.71 per cent. "As fears of an escalation in fighting dispelled, buying is likely to take the lead in the Japanese market," Tokai Tokyo Securities said ahead of the Tokyo open.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-agree-to-suspend-bombing-of-iran-for-two-weeks-says-trump-calls-it-double-sided-ceasefire-1775601586850">'Agree to suspend bombing of Iran for two weeks', says Trump</a>Just hours earlier, &nbsp;in a post on X, Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi announced a temporary reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, the chokepoint whose closure has rattled global energy markets, sent oil prices surging past $100 a barrel, and pushed several Asian nations toward fuel rationing in recent days.Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing conflicts in West Asia involving Israel, Iran, US, Gulf nations and non-state actors like Hezbollah, Hamas, Houthis, Islamic State, and others. Claims and counterclaims, disinformation and misinformation are being made online and offline. Given this context, WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, social media posts, photos and videos.

Oil prices crash after weeks of surge: A US-Iran ceasefire and reopening of the Strait of Hormuz have triggered a sharp market reversal, with crude plunging over 15%. Is this relief here to stay or just temporary?

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Oil prices fell sharply on Tuesday (Apr 7) after the United States and Iran agreed to a temporary ceasefire. Oil plunged, and Asian stock indices were surging within hours of the temporary relief announced on the 38th day of the Iran war, in a dramatic reversal of the anxiety that has gripped global markets since the conflict began in late February. West Texas Intermediate, the main US crude benchmark, plunged more than 17 per cent to around $93 a barrel by late Wednesday GMT. Brent Crude wasn't far behind, dropping nearly 16 per cent to $93.38. This comes as Iran allowed safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz for a period of two weeks. Also read | Oil lifeline back? Tehran reopens Strait of Hormuz for 2 weeks as US-Iran agree to 11th-hour truce Markets breathe sigh of relief The relief on equity markets was equally sharp. Japan's Nikkei 225 jumped 4.38 per cent, while South Korea's Kospi rocketed 5.71 per cent. "As fears of an escalation in fighting dispelled, buying is likely to take the lead in the Japanese market," Tokai Tokyo Securities said ahead of the Tokyo open. Also read | 'Agree to suspend bombing of Iran for two weeks', says Trump Just hours earlier, in a post on X, Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi announced a temporary reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, the chokepoint whose closure has rattled global energy markets, sent oil prices surging past $100 a barrel, and pushed several Asian nations toward fuel rationing in recent days. Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing conflicts in West Asia involving Israel, Iran, US, Gulf nations and non-state actors like Hezbollah, Hamas, Houthis, Islamic State, and others. Claims and counterclaims, disinformation and misinformation are being made online and offline. Given this context, WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, social media posts, photos and videos.

Oil prices crash after weeks of surge: A US-Iran ceasefire and reopening of the Strait of Hormuz have triggered a sharp market reversal, with crude plunging over 15%. Is this relief here to stay or just temporary?Scroll down to read more.

Oil prices fall below $100 as Iran-US ceasefire kicks in after last minute Strait of Hormuz deal

Iran on Tuesday (Apr 7) gave a green light to safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz for a period of two weeks as the United States and Tehran agreed to a temporary ceasefire just under an hour before US President Donald Trump's deadline to launch a devastating new wave of strikes was set to expire. In a post on X, Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi announced a temporary reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, the chokepoint whose closure has rattled global energy markets, sent oil prices surging past $100 a barrel, and pushed several Asian nations toward fuel rationing since the conflict began on February 28.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/god-supports-iran-war-trump-touts-peacemaker-status-once-again-claims-to-have-ended-india-pakistan-conflict-1775528549304">God supports Iran war? Trump touts peacemaker status, once again claims to have ended India-Pakistan conflict</a>

<h2>Two-week ceasefire in place: What did Iran say about Hormuz?</h2>The United States of America and Iran pulled back from the edge Tuesday, agreeing to a two-week ceasefire. Announcing the truce on Truth social just an hour before his deadline to launch large-scale military strikes, Trump said, "Subject to the Islamic Republic of Iran agreeing to the COMPLETE, IMMEDIATE, and SAFE OPENING of the Strait of Hormuz, I agree to suspend the bombing and attack of Iran for a period of two weeks."Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/betting-on-a-missing-us-pilot-polymarket-apologises-for-disgusting-wager-amid-iran-war-1775546391933">Betting on a missing US pilot? Polymarket apologises for ‘DISGUSTING’ wager amid Iran war</a>Confirming the ceasefire, Iranian FM on X said that this includes a temporary reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. Araghchi credited Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Field Marshal Asim Munir for what he described as "tireless efforts" in brokering the pause, and confirmed that Iran had agreed to halt its "defensive operations" if "attacks against Iran are halted" first.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Statement on behalf of the Supreme National Security Council of the Islamic Republic of Iran: <a href="https://t.co/cEtBNCLnWT">pic.twitter.com/cEtBNCLnWT</a>&mdash; Seyed Abbas Araghchi (@araghchi) <a href="https://twitter.com/araghchi/status/2041655156215799821?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 7, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

The ceasefire framework appears to be a hybrid of two competing proposals — a 15-point US plan and a 10-point Iranian counterproposal. Araghchi said Washington had accepted Iran's general framework as a basis for negotiations, while Tehran responded to Islamabad's direct appeal to stand down. The Strait will reopen to maritime traffic on a coordinated basis, with Iran's armed forces managing passage and flagging what Aragchi described as "technical limitations." Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing conflicts in West Asia involving Israel, Iran, US, Gulf nations and non-state actors like Hezbollah, Hamas, Houthis, Islamic State, and others. Claims and counterclaims, disinformation and misinformation are being made online and offline. Given this context, WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, social media posts, photos and videos.

Is the Strait of Hormuz finally reopening after weeks of chaos? Iran, in a X post, has announced a two-week safe passage window as part of a temporary ceasefire. With global markets on edge, is this a real breakthrough or just a pause?

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Iran on Tuesday (Apr 7) gave a green light to safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz for a period of two weeks as the United States and Tehran agreed to a temporary ceasefire just under an hour before US President Donald Trump's deadline to launch a devastating new wave of strikes was set to expire. In a post on X, Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi announced a temporary reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, the chokepoint whose closure has rattled global energy markets, sent oil prices surging past $100 a barrel, and pushed several Asian nations toward fuel rationing since the conflict began on February 28. Also read | God supports Iran war? Trump touts peacemaker status, once again claims to have ended India-Pakistan conflict

Is the Strait of Hormuz finally reopening after weeks of chaos? Iran, in a X post, has announced a two-week safe passage window as part of a temporary ceasefire. With global markets on edge, is this a real breakthrough or just a pause?Scroll down to read more.

Oil lifeline back? Tehran reopens Strait of Hormuz for 2 weeks as US-Iran agree to 11th-hour truce

As oil shocks shake global markets, China’s EVs, batteries, and solar exports are surging. Is Beijing quietly emerging as the biggest winner of the crisis?

China Dominates Global Supply in EVS & Solar Tech Amid West Asia War

#Gravitas On this day, April 7, 1980, 46 years ago, U.S. President Jimmy Carter cut diplomatic ties with Iran and ordered Iranian diplomats to leave the United States. The decision came amid the escalating hostage crisis after Tehran refused to free 52 Americans held at the U.S. Embassy since November 1979.

April 7, 1980: When U.S. Severed Diplomatic Relations With Iran 

As tensions rise in the ongoing US-Iran conflict, US President Donald Trump has issued a fresh warning to Iran ahead of a key deadline linked to the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. Washington has threatened strong consequences if Tehran fails to comply, raising fears of further escalation across the region.


Iran War: Trump Issues Grave Threats as Hormuz Deadline Draws Closer

Overnight attacks on Saudi Arabia hit a petrochemical complex in a sprawling industrial area in the eastern city of Jubail, a source on the ground told AFP on Tuesday, hours after similar installations in Iran were struck.


Saudi Arabia: Petrochemical Complex Hit | Bridge Connecting Saudi, Bahrain Closed

US President Donald Trump says a “whole civilization will die tonight” as his imposed Tuesday 8 p.m. ET deadline on Iran to make a deal and open the Strait of Hormuz approaches. But, he added, “maybe something revolutionarily wonderful can happen, WHO KNOWS?”

The US struck military targets overnight on Iran’s strategic Kharg Island — from which almost all the country’s oil is exported — according to a US official, who added the strikes did not target oil facilities.

US-Iran War: Iran's Kharg Island Targeted With Multiple Strikes

The rescue of an American airman shot down over Iran on Easter Sunday has become the latest flashpoint in a deepening theological debate over the US-Israeli war, after Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth publicly likened the operation to the Resurrection of Jesus Christ.



Iran War: US Secy Of War Hegseth Compares Airmen Rescue To Jesus Resurrection Story

US president Donald trump's flip flop in recent weeks has Iran firmly in control of the strait of Hormuz. Maritime traffic through the strait has shown a slight increase, reaching its highest levels in weeks. Yet, it remains a small fraction of the volume seen before the Iran war began on February 28th.


US-Iran War: Tehran Fortifies Strategic Islands Near Strait of Hormuz

US President Donald Trump has praised a high-risk rescue mission that brought back a downed American airman stranded behind enemy lines in Iran during the ongoing US-Iran conflict. The operation, involving special forces and multiple aircraft, was described as one of the most daring search-and-rescue missions in recent military history.


US-Iran War: US Officials Tells The Story of Airmen Rescue From Iran

Russian intelligence has provided Iran with a detailed list of 55 critical energy infrastructure targets within Israel, according to information obtained by The Jerusalem Post from a source close to Ukrainian intelligence.

The report, which highlights the deepening military and intelligence cooperation between Moscow and Tehran, suggests that the information that was shared enables Iran to launch precision missile strikes against Israel’s energy grid.

Iran War: Russia Reportedly Gave Iran List of Israeli Energy Targets | Orot Rabin Station on Target?

Saudi Arabia: Petrochemical Complex Hit; Gulf States Continue to Come Under Fire

US President Donald Trump on Monday (Apr 6) dismissed criticism over his profane Truth Social post in which he threatened to strike Iran’s civilian infrastructure if Tehran fails to make a deal and open the Strait of Hormuz. Trump also extended his prior 48-hour deadline till Tuesday, 8 pm Eastern time. Shortly after the post was made, the US president received huge backlash over his expletive language, which is unusual for a head of state, as many questioned his mental health. He was also slammed for saying ‘Praise be to Allah’ on the Christian holiday of Easter Sunday.“I don’t care about critics,” Trump said in response to a question over his reference to Iranians as “crazy b*****ds”.When asked about critics calling for an examination of his mental health, should the war continue, the US President said, “I haven’t heard that.”“But if that’s the case, you have to have more people like me. Because our country was being ripped off on trade, on everything, for many years until I came along. So, that’s the case, you’re gonna have to have more people (like me),” he said.<h2>What did Trump say?</h2>In his recent threat, Trump warned Iran of striking its power plants and bridges if the Strait of Hormuz is not opened.“Tuesday will be Power Plant Day, and Bridge Day, all wrapped up in one, in Iran. There will be nothing like it!!! Open the F****n’ Strait, you crazy b*****ds, or you’ll be living in Hell - JUST WATCH! Praise be to Allah,” Trump wrote on Trump Social.Following the post, US lawmakers pushed for his removal, questioning the mental well-being of the US President. Some even called for invoking Section 4 of the 25th Amendment of the US Constitution, which allows the Vice President and Cabinet to declare the President unfit, making the Vice President Acting President. This section requires a two-thirds congressional vote to sustain if the President disputes it. This has never been invoked. Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing conflicts in West Asia involving Israel, Iran, the US, Gulf nations and non-state actors like Hezbollah, Hamas, Houthis, Islamic State, and others. Claims and counterclaims, disinformation and misinformation are being made online and offline. Given this context, WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, social media posts, photos and videos.

US President Donald Trump dismissed criticism over his expletive Truth Social post as lawmakers push to invoke the 25th Amendment over his mental health.

US President Donald Trump on Monday (Apr 6) dismissed criticism over his profane Truth Social post in which he threatened to strike Iran’s civilian infrastructure if Tehran fails to make a deal and open the Strait of Hormuz. Trump also extended his prior 48-hour deadline till Tuesday, 8 pm Eastern time. Shortly after the post was made, the US president received huge backlash over his expletive language, which is unusual for a head of state, as many questioned his mental health. He was also slammed for saying ‘Praise be to Allah’ on the Christian holiday of Easter Sunday. “I don’t care about critics,” Trump said in response to a question over his reference to Iranians as “crazy b*****ds”. When asked about critics calling for an examination of his mental health, should the war continue, the US President said, “I haven’t heard that.” “But if that’s the case, you have to have more people like me. Because our country was being ripped off on trade, on everything, for many years until I came along. So, that’s the case, you’re gonna have to have more people (like me),” he said. What did Trump say? In his recent threat, Trump warned Iran of striking its power plants and bridges if the Strait of Hormuz is not opened. “Tuesday will be Power Plant Day, and Bridge Day, all wrapped up in one, in Iran. There will be nothing like it!!! Open the F****n’ Strait, you crazy b*****ds, or you’ll be living in Hell - JUST WATCH! Praise be to Allah,” Trump wrote on Trump Social. Following the post, US lawmakers pushed for his removal, questioning the mental well-being of the US President. Some even called for invoking Section 4 of the 25th Amendment of the US Constitution, which allows the Vice President and Cabinet to declare the President unfit, making the Vice President Acting President. This section requires a two-thirds congressional vote to sustain if the President disputes it. This has never been invoked. Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing conflicts in West Asia involving Israel, Iran, the US, Gulf nations and non-state actors like Hezbollah, Hamas, Houthis, Islamic State, and others. Claims and counterclaims, disinformation and misinformation are being made online and offline. Given this context, WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, social media posts, photos and videos.

US President Donald Trump dismissed criticism over his expletive Truth Social post as lawmakers push to invoke the 25th Amendment over his mental health.

‘Don’t care about critics’: Trump dismisses backlash over expletive-laden Iran post

A research firm sent an analyst to Oman’s Musandam Peninsula to observe first-hand the situation of ship traffic in the Strait of Hormuz. Its report claims that the reality is far different from what is being portrayed on the global stage. The &nbsp;Strait of Hormuz has turned into the main point of conflict in the ongoing US-Israel-Iran war. What started with the supposed threat of nuclear weapons has turned into a major oil crisis after Iran shut it down. However, days later, it claimed that the shipping route was open and "non-hostile" ships were passing through. On Sunday, semi-official Fars News Agency said that 15 ships transited the Strait of Hormuz over the past 24 hours. However, it maintained that the traffic is 90% lower than before the conflict began on February 28. Meanwhile, Donald Trump has set a deadline and called on Iran to open the strait within the time frame. Iran maintains that the waterway isn't closed.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/watch-iranian-musician-performs-in-front-of-power-plant-amid-tehran-s-human-chains-request-and-trump-s-threat-1775546189492">Iranian musician performs in front of power plant amid Tehran's 'human-chains' request and Trump's threat</a><h2>Strait of Hormuz shipping traffic situation</h2>Oil markets are working with satellite images and political statements on the war to understand what is really going on in the Strait. Is it blocked? Is it open? This is what is deciding the markets and crude prices. Citrini Research decided to uncover the reality first-hand and saw that the vessels are still moving through the strait. An analyst who visited the Musandam Peninsula by boat observed the ships and noted that reality is far from what is being predominantly narrated in the media, CNBC reported. The firm’s report posted on Substack, citing the analyst who was not named due to security concerns, states that at least 15 ships are passing daily through the strait, and the traffic is picking up. It added that the disruption is partial and evolving and cannot be termed shut.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-planning-major-attack-idf-urgent-warning-in-farsi-tells-iranians-to-avoid-trains-1775544021847">Israel planning major attack? ‘URGENT’ warning in Farsi tells Iranians to avoid trains</a>Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/-we-ve-lost-the-keys-to-could-you-change-8-pm-to-1-am-iran-trolls-trump-on-strait-of-hormuz-threat-1775466635825">'We've lost the keys' to 'Could you change 8 pm to 1 am'? Iran trolls Trump on Strait of Hormuz threat</a>&nbsp;https://www.wionews.com/videos/us-iran-war-trump-warns-iran-as-strait-of-hormuz-deadline-nears-1775545187765/embed<h2>Tankers need to prove their identity before passing Strait of Hormuz</h2>Citrini’s post read, "Tankers passing through four or five a day, completely dark on AIS. The volume, they said, is higher than what the data suggests, and it’s been accelerating in the past couple of days through the Qeshm channel." Citrini said that the reason why AIS is not able to detect the ships is that many of them turn off their transponders. AIS tracks ships and broadcasts a vessel’s location, speed, identity and route. The analyst talked to fishermen, smugglers and regional officials who told him that Iran is only allowing selective ships to transit waters near Iranian territory. It has set up a “functional checkpoint” where tankers need to secure approval. It also calculated "a lasting risk premium in oil markets", but the traffic could rise significantly in the coming weeks. “We think the disruption is longer, and the new normal involves a permanent risk premium, but that we’ll likely see as high as 50% of pre-conflict traffic within the next 4-6 weeks,” Citrini said.

The Strait of Hormuz has recorded shipping traffic at 90% pre-war levels, according to a report. An analyst went to the conflict zone and noted that it is slowly increasing, and instead of a blockade, Iran has set up a “functional checkpoint”. 

A research firm sent an analyst to Oman’s Musandam Peninsula to observe first-hand the situation of ship traffic in the Strait of Hormuz. Its report claims that the reality is far different from what is being portrayed on the global stage. The Strait of Hormuz has turned into the main point of conflict in the ongoing US-Israel-Iran war. What started with the supposed threat of nuclear weapons has turned into a major oil crisis after Iran shut it down. However, days later, it claimed that the shipping route was open and "non-hostile" ships were passing through. On Sunday, semi-official Fars News Agency said that 15 ships transited the Strait of Hormuz over the past 24 hours. However, it maintained that the traffic is 90% lower than before the conflict began on February 28. Meanwhile, Donald Trump has set a deadline and called on Iran to open the strait within the time frame. Iran maintains that the waterway isn't closed. Also Read: Iranian musician performs in front of power plant amid Tehran's 'human-chains' request and Trump's threat Strait of Hormuz shipping traffic situation Oil markets are working with satellite images and political statements on the war to understand what is really going on in the Strait. Is it blocked? Is it open? This is what is deciding the markets and crude prices. Citrini Research decided to uncover the reality first-hand and saw that the vessels are still moving through the strait. An analyst who visited the Musandam Peninsula by boat observed the ships and noted that reality is far from what is being predominantly narrated in the media, CNBC reported. The firm’s report posted on Substack, citing the analyst who was not named due to security concerns, states that at least 15 ships are passing daily through the strait, and the traffic is picking up. It added that the disruption is partial and evolving and cannot be termed shut. Also Read: Israel planning major attack? ‘URGENT’ warning in Farsi tells Iranians to avoid trains Also Read: 'We've lost the keys' to 'Could you change 8 pm to 1 am'? Iran trolls Trump on Strait of Hormuz threat https://www.wionews.com/videos/us-iran-war-trump-warns-iran-as-strait-of-hormuz-deadline-nears-1775545187765/embed Tankers need to prove their identity before passing Strait of Hormuz Citrini’s post read, "Tankers passing through four or five a day, completely dark on AIS. The volume, they said, is higher than what the data suggests, and it’s been accelerating in the past couple of days through the Qeshm channel." Citrini said that the reason why AIS is not able to detect the ships is that many of them turn off their transponders. AIS tracks ships and broadcasts a vessel’s location, speed, identity and route. The analyst talked to fishermen, smugglers and regional officials who told him that Iran is only allowing selective ships to transit waters near Iranian territory. It has set up a “functional checkpoint” where tankers need to secure approval. It also calculated "a lasting risk premium in oil markets", but the traffic could rise significantly in the coming weeks. “We think the disruption is longer, and the new normal involves a permanent risk premium, but that we’ll likely see as high as 50% of pre-conflict traffic within the next 4-6 weeks,” Citrini said.

The Strait of Hormuz has recorded shipping traffic at 90% pre-war levels, according to a report. An analyst went to the conflict zone and noted that it is slowly increasing, and instead of a blockade, Iran has set up a “functional checkpoint”.&nbsp;

An analyst went to Strait of Hormuz and observed the shipping traffic. Here's what he saw

US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth on Monday (Apr 6) drew parallels between the rescue operation of the F-15E crew member, who was stranded in Iran after his fighter jet went down in enemy territory on Good Friday, and Jesus Christ’s death and resurrection. The US pilot was rescued on Easter Sunday following an intense special forces operation deep in Iran.Speaking during a press conference on the rescue mission, Hegseth detailed how the airman “evaded capture for more than a day, scaling rugged ridges while hunted by the enemy.”“When he was finally able to activate his emergency transponder, his first message was simple and it was powerful. He sent a message: ‘God is good,’” Hegseth said. “In that moment of isolation and danger, his faith and fighting spirit shone through.”Speaking of the F-15E shot down and the pilots rescue, Hegseth said, “You see, shot down on a Friday —Good Friday — hidden in a cave — a crevice — all of Saturday and rescued on Sunday,” Hegseth said. “Flown out of Iran as the sun was rising on Easter Sunday, a pilot reborn. All home and accounted for. A nation rejoicing. God is good.”The F-15E Strike Eagle fighter jet was shot down over southern Iran on Friday (Apr 3), the first such incident since the start of the war. While the first pilot was rescued by the US forces earlier, the second had remained missing behind the enemy lines as American and Iranian forces raced to locate him. Reports suggested that the second crew member from the downed F-15E has been recovered after a “heavy firefight”.“No American lives were lost,” Hegseth said. “We leave no man behind. And that is not luck. It’s the result of unmatched training, superior technology and unbreakable warrior ethos and sheer American grit. Our special operators, pilots and support crews performed with near perfection under fire, and they were lethal.”“Just ask any Iranian soldier who dared attempt to get anywhere near that pilot before or during that mission. Death from above. Our troops turned a potential tragedy into a resounding demonstration of American resolve and capability,” he said.Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing conflicts in West Asia involving Israel, Iran, the US, Gulf nations and non-state actors like Hezbollah, Hamas, Houthis, Islamic State, and others. Claims and counterclaims, disinformation and misinformation are being made online and offline. Given this context, WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, social media posts, photos and videos. &nbsp;

US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth likened the F-15E pilot rescue in Iran to Jesus’ resurrection. The US forces recovered the stranded airman in a high-risk mission on Easter Sunday.

US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth on Monday (Apr 6) drew parallels between the rescue operation of the F-15E crew member, who was stranded in Iran after his fighter jet went down in enemy territory on Good Friday, and Jesus Christ’s death and resurrection. The US pilot was rescued on Easter Sunday following an intense special forces operation deep in Iran. Speaking during a press conference on the rescue mission, Hegseth detailed how the airman “evaded capture for more than a day, scaling rugged ridges while hunted by the enemy.” “When he was finally able to activate his emergency transponder, his first message was simple and it was powerful. He sent a message: ‘God is good,’” Hegseth said. “In that moment of isolation and danger, his faith and fighting spirit shone through.” Speaking of the F-15E shot down and the pilots rescue, Hegseth said, “You see, shot down on a Friday —Good Friday — hidden in a cave — a crevice — all of Saturday and rescued on Sunday,” Hegseth said. “Flown out of Iran as the sun was rising on Easter Sunday, a pilot reborn. All home and accounted for. A nation rejoicing. God is good.” The F-15E Strike Eagle fighter jet was shot down over southern Iran on Friday (Apr 3), the first such incident since the start of the war. While the first pilot was rescued by the US forces earlier, the second had remained missing behind the enemy lines as American and Iranian forces raced to locate him. Reports suggested that the second crew member from the downed F-15E has been recovered after a “heavy firefight”. “No American lives were lost,” Hegseth said. “We leave no man behind. And that is not luck. It’s the result of unmatched training, superior technology and unbreakable warrior ethos and sheer American grit. Our special operators, pilots and support crews performed with near perfection under fire, and they were lethal.” “Just ask any Iranian soldier who dared attempt to get anywhere near that pilot before or during that mission. Death from above. Our troops turned a potential tragedy into a resounding demonstration of American resolve and capability,” he said. Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing conflicts in West Asia involving Israel, Iran, the US, Gulf nations and non-state actors like Hezbollah, Hamas, Houthis, Islamic State, and others. Claims and counterclaims, disinformation and misinformation are being made online and offline. Given this context, WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, social media posts, photos and videos.

US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth likened the F-15E pilot rescue in Iran to Jesus’ resurrection. The US forces recovered the stranded airman in a high-risk mission on Easter Sunday.

‘A pilot reborn’: Hegseth draws parallels between US pilot’s rescue and Jesus Christ’s resurrection

Israeli Defence Forces on Tuesday (Apr 7) issued an “urgent warning” to Iranians to avoid travelling by train and stay away from railway tracks across the country until at least 9 pm. In a statement issued in Farsi, the IDF warned of “safety” risks, suggesting a possible target for its airstrikes. This comes after US President Donald Trump threatened Tehran with “complete demolition” of the country’s civilian infrastructure once the deadline to make a deal and reopen the Strait of Hormuz is over.In a statement, IDF’s Persian-language spokesman, Lt. Col. (res.) Kamal Penhasi said, “Dear citizens, for your safety, we request that from this moment until 21:00 Iran time, you refrain from using and travelling by train across Iran.”He added, “Your presence on trains and near railway lines puts your lives at risk.”A day earlier, Defence Minister Israel Katz said that the Israeli military has been instructed to “continue striking with full force the national infrastructure of the Iranian terror regime.”Meanwhile, the IDF confirmed bombing another petrochemical facility in Iran a day earlier, Times of Israel reported. It said that it was “one of the few remaining facilities” used to manufacture materials for ballistic missiles.Iranian media on Monday (Apr 6) reported that airstrikes hit the Marvdasht Petrochemical Complex, near Shiraz, hours after the Israeli Air Force bombed Iran’s largest petrochemical facility in Asaluyeh.In a statement, the IDF said that the facility near &nbsp;Shiraz “was used by Iran’s armed forces to produce nitric acid, a substance necessary for manufacturing explosives and additional materials used in ballistic missile development processes.”The Israeli Air Force also struck an Iranian ballistic missile forces facility in northwestern Iran.&nbsp;“The site was struck while soldiers and commanders of the missile array were operating within it to advance and carry out terror activities against the State of Israel and other countries,” the IDF said.Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing conflicts in West Asia involving Israel, Iran, the US, Gulf nations and non-state actors like Hezbollah, Hamas, Houthis, Islamic State, and others. Claims and counterclaims, disinformation and misinformation are being made online and offline. Given this context, WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, social media posts, photos and videos.

Israel Defence Forces warns Iranians to avoid trains amid strike risks, as US President Donald Trump threatens escalation and Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz vows continued attacks.

Israeli Defence Forces on Tuesday (Apr 7) issued an “urgent warning” to Iranians to avoid travelling by train and stay away from railway tracks across the country until at least 9 pm. In a statement issued in Farsi, the IDF warned of “safety” risks, suggesting a possible target for its airstrikes. This comes after US President Donald Trump threatened Tehran with “complete demolition” of the country’s civilian infrastructure once the deadline to make a deal and reopen the Strait of Hormuz is over. In a statement, IDF’s Persian-language spokesman, Lt. Col. (res.) Kamal Penhasi said, “Dear citizens, for your safety, we request that from this moment until 21:00 Iran time, you refrain from using and travelling by train across Iran.” He added, “Your presence on trains and near railway lines puts your lives at risk.” A day earlier, Defence Minister Israel Katz said that the Israeli military has been instructed to “continue striking with full force the national infrastructure of the Iranian terror regime.” Meanwhile, the IDF confirmed bombing another petrochemical facility in Iran a day earlier, Times of Israel reported. It said that it was “one of the few remaining facilities” used to manufacture materials for ballistic missiles. Iranian media on Monday (Apr 6) reported that airstrikes hit the Marvdasht Petrochemical Complex, near Shiraz, hours after the Israeli Air Force bombed Iran’s largest petrochemical facility in Asaluyeh. In a statement, the IDF said that the facility near Shiraz “was used by Iran’s armed forces to produce nitric acid, a substance necessary for manufacturing explosives and additional materials used in ballistic missile development processes.” The Israeli Air Force also struck an Iranian ballistic missile forces facility in northwestern Iran. “The site was struck while soldiers and commanders of the missile array were operating within it to advance and carry out terror activities against the State of Israel and other countries,” the IDF said. Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing conflicts in West Asia involving Israel, Iran, the US, Gulf nations and non-state actors like Hezbollah, Hamas, Houthis, Islamic State, and others. Claims and counterclaims, disinformation and misinformation are being made online and offline. Given this context, WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, social media posts, photos and videos.

Israel Defence Forces warns Iranians to avoid trains amid strike risks, as US President Donald Trump threatens escalation and Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz vows continued attacks.

Israel planning major attack? ‘URGENT’ warning in Farsi tells Iranians to avoid trains

Mojtaba Khamenei's location and condition have remained a mystery, and a new report now claims that he is unconscious and not in a condition to run the country. This comes after a video showed him walking into a war room.

Mojtaba Khamenei's location and condition have remained a mystery, and a new report now claims that he is unconscious and not in a condition to run the country. This comes after a video showed him walking into a war room.

Mojtaba Khamenei unconscious in Qom: Back-and-forth continues on Supreme Leader's condition and location

US Representative Yassamin Ansari on Monday (Apr 6) called for the impeachment of Secretary of War Pete Hegseth over his handling of the US operations in Iran. In a statement, she said that she will introduce articles for the removal of Hegseth next week, accusing him of “repeatedly violating his oath of office and his duty to the Constitution.” She said that US President Donald Trump is threatening war crimes in Iran, adding that the defence secretary is “complicit”“Trump is escalating a devastating, illegal war, threatening massive war crimes and targeting civilian infrastructure in Iran. In the last 48 hours alone, the rhetoric has crossed every line. Pete Hegseth is complicit,” Ansari wrote on X.“I’ve called for the 25th Amendment and am introducing Articles of Impeachment against Hegseth,” she added.Following the ouster of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem and Attorney General Pam Bondi, the Democrats are now targeting Hegseth. According to an Axios report, he is the least popular member of the Trump Cabinet as per the polls. The Iran war has further strained his public image.Ansari said that only Congress has the power to declare a war, “not a rogue president or his lackeys.”“Hegseth’s reckless endangerment of US servicemembers and repeated war crimes,” she added, citing bombing of a girls’ school in Minab and other attacks “willfully targeting civilian infrastructure” as grounds for his impeachment and removal from the office.Ansari, an Iranian American, also pushed for the Cabinet to invoke the 25th Amendment to remove Trump from office over his “deranged statements” about the war, pointing to the US president’s profane Truth Social post on Easter Sunday.Threatening Iran, Trump had posted, “Open the Fuckin’ Strait [of Hormuz], you crazy bastards, or you’ll be living in Hell — JUST WATCH! Praise be to Allah.”“The 25th Amendment exists for a reason; his Cabinet should use it. The fate of US troops, the Iranian people, and the very foundation of our global system are at stake,” she said.Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing conflicts in West Asia involving Israel, Iran, the US, Gulf nations and non-state actors like Hezbollah, Hamas, Houthis, Islamic State, and others. Claims and counterclaims, disinformation and misinformation are being made online and offline. Given this context, WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, social media posts, photos and videos.

US Representative Yassamin Ansari seeks the impeachment of Secretary of War Pete Hegseth over Iran “war crimes,” accusing him of being complicit with Donald Trump.

US Representative Yassamin Ansari on Monday (Apr 6) called for the impeachment of Secretary of War Pete Hegseth over his handling of the US operations in Iran. In a statement, she said that she will introduce articles for the removal of Hegseth next week, accusing him of “repeatedly violating his oath of office and his duty to the Constitution.” She said that US President Donald Trump is threatening war crimes in Iran, adding that the defence secretary is “complicit” “Trump is escalating a devastating, illegal war, threatening massive war crimes and targeting civilian infrastructure in Iran. In the last 48 hours alone, the rhetoric has crossed every line. Pete Hegseth is complicit,” Ansari wrote on X. “I’ve called for the 25th Amendment and am introducing Articles of Impeachment against Hegseth,” she added. Following the ouster of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem and Attorney General Pam Bondi, the Democrats are now targeting Hegseth. According to an Axios report, he is the least popular member of the Trump Cabinet as per the polls. The Iran war has further strained his public image. Ansari said that only Congress has the power to declare a war, “not a rogue president or his lackeys.” “Hegseth’s reckless endangerment of US servicemembers and repeated war crimes,” she added, citing bombing of a girls’ school in Minab and other attacks “willfully targeting civilian infrastructure” as grounds for his impeachment and removal from the office. Ansari, an Iranian American, also pushed for the Cabinet to invoke the 25th Amendment to remove Trump from office over his “deranged statements” about the war, pointing to the US president’s profane Truth Social post on Easter Sunday. Threatening Iran, Trump had posted, “Open the Fuckin’ Strait [of Hormuz], you crazy bastards, or you’ll be living in Hell — JUST WATCH! Praise be to Allah.” “The 25th Amendment exists for a reason; his Cabinet should use it. The fate of US troops, the Iranian people, and the very foundation of our global system are at stake,” she said. Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing conflicts in West Asia involving Israel, Iran, the US, Gulf nations and non-state actors like Hezbollah, Hamas, Houthis, Islamic State, and others. Claims and counterclaims, disinformation and misinformation are being made online and offline. Given this context, WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, social media posts, photos and videos.

US Representative Yassamin Ansari seeks the impeachment of Secretary of War Pete Hegseth over Iran “war crimes,” accusing him of being complicit with Donald Trump.

‘Reckless’: House Democrat pushes to impeach Hegseth, accuses him of ‘war crimes’ in Iran

US President Donald Trump on Monday (Apr 6) claimed divine endorsement for his war against Iran, even as he claimed to have saved 30 to 50 million lives by ending eight wars, including the one between India and Pakistan. In a chaotic press conference, Trump covered a remarkable amount of ground — god, a Nobel Peace Prize grievance, threats to demolish every bridge in Iran, and frustration with allies from Seoul to Canberra who haven't shown up for the Strait of Hormuz standoff.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/watch-for-a-bright-future-iran-asks-youth-to-form-human-chains-around-power-plants-as-trump-threatens-destruction-in-four-hours-alireza-rahimi-1775524366456">'For a bright future': Iran calls on youth to form 'human chains' around power plants as Trump threatens destruction in 'four hours' | WATCH</a><h2>God backs Trump's Iran war?</h2>It started with a reporter asking whether Trump believed God supported America's actions in the Iran war. He didn't let her finish the question. "I do, because God is good," he said. "God is good, and God wants to see people taken care of." He also pushed back on the idea that he's enjoying the conflict. "Everyone says I enjoy it — I don't enjoy this. I don't like seeing people killed." Then came the familiar detour into his peacemaker record.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/watch-roof-collapse-at-terminal-3-of-indonesia-s-soekarno-hatta-international-airport-jakarta-main-airport-sends-passengers-scrambling-1775522342881">WATCH | Roof collapse at Jakarta's main airport sends passengers scrambling</a><h2>Trump (once again) claims to have ended war between India-Pakistan</h2>Trump repeated his claim — twice in the same press conference — that he has personally ended eight wars, including the India-Pakistan conflict last May. He said Pakistan's prime minister told him he saved between 30 and 50 million lives. "I ended 8 wars, including India and Pakistan, so much so that the Prime Minister of Pakistan told me that I saved 30 to 50 million lives," he claimed. Notably, India has consistently rejected the characterisation that Trump played any decisive role in ending that three-day standoff, which followed New Delhi's Operation Sindoor strikes against terrorist targets inside Pakistan. However, New Delhi's refusal has done little to slow Trump's retelling.Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing conflicts in West Asia involving Israel, Iran, US, Gulf nations and non-state actors like Hezbollah, Hamas, Houthis, Islamic State, and others. Claims and counterclaims, disinformation and misinformation are being made online and offline. Given this context, WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, social media posts, photos and videos.

Nearly 40 days into the Iran war, with strikes intensifying and no clear end in sight, Donald Trump claims he has already “saved 30–50 million lives” by ending 8 wars, including between India and Pakistan. He also claimed God supports the war.

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US President Donald Trump on Monday (Apr 6) claimed divine endorsement for his war against Iran, even as he claimed to have saved 30 to 50 million lives by ending eight wars, including the one between India and Pakistan. In a chaotic press conference, Trump covered a remarkable amount of ground — god, a Nobel Peace Prize grievance, threats to demolish every bridge in Iran, and frustration with allies from Seoul to Canberra who haven't shown up for the Strait of Hormuz standoff. Also read | 'For a bright future': Iran calls on youth to form 'human chains' around power plants as Trump threatens destruction in 'four hours' | WATCH God backs Trump's Iran war? It started with a reporter asking whether Trump believed God supported America's actions in the Iran war. He didn't let her finish the question. "I do, because God is good," he said. "God is good, and God wants to see people taken care of." He also pushed back on the idea that he's enjoying the conflict. "Everyone says I enjoy it — I don't enjoy this. I don't like seeing people killed." Then came the familiar detour into his peacemaker record. Also read | WATCH | Roof collapse at Jakarta's main airport sends passengers scrambling Trump (once again) claims to have ended war between India-Pakistan Trump repeated his claim — twice in the same press conference — that he has personally ended eight wars, including the India-Pakistan conflict last May. He said Pakistan's prime minister told him he saved between 30 and 50 million lives. "I ended 8 wars, including India and Pakistan, so much so that the Prime Minister of Pakistan told me that I saved 30 to 50 million lives," he claimed. Notably, India has consistently rejected the characterisation that Trump played any decisive role in ending that three-day standoff, which followed New Delhi's Operation Sindoor strikes against terrorist targets inside Pakistan. However, New Delhi's refusal has done little to slow Trump's retelling. Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing conflicts in West Asia involving Israel, Iran, US, Gulf nations and non-state actors like Hezbollah, Hamas, Houthis, Islamic State, and others. Claims and counterclaims, disinformation and misinformation are being made online and offline. Given this context, WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, social media posts, photos and videos.

Nearly 40 days into the Iran war, with strikes intensifying and no clear end in sight, Donald Trump claims he has already “saved 30–50 million lives” by ending 8 wars, including between India and Pakistan. He also claimed God supports the war.Scroll down to read more.

God supports Iran war? Trump touts peacemaker status, once again claims to have ended India-Pakistan conflict

As US President Donald Trump's latest ultimatum hangs over the country, Iran has taken an unusual step, asking young people to form 'human chains' around the nation's power plants to protect them from American strikes. In a video on Monday (Apr 6), Iran's Ministry of Sports and Youth urged students, athletes and artists to gather near critical power infrastructure at 2 PM Tuesday (Apr 7). Here's why.<h2>'For a bright future'</h2>In a call to action, Alireza Rahimi, the Iranian deputy of youth affairs, urged Iranian youth to gather at 2 pm on Tuesday near the nation's critical power infrastructure. The timing is hard to miss. Trump has set an 8 PM Eastern deadline for Iran to fully reopen the Strait of Hormuz, warning of sweeping military strikes if Tehran doesn't comply.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-take-the-oil-did-trump-reveal-his-iran-war-strategy-decades-ago-potus-shares-interview-clip-from-1987-watch-video-1774929356711">‘Take the oil’: Did Trump REVEAL his Iran war strategy decades ago? POTUS shares interview clip from 1987 | Watch video</a>Officials framed the mobilisation as something that came from the ground up. Rahimi said the idea originated with young Iranians themselves. "This action has been formed at the suggestion of the youth themselves. A number of university youth, young artists, and youth organisations proposed that we form a human ring or human chain around the country's power plants," he said.Iran is calling the move "Human Chain of Iran's Youth for a Bright Future." The campaign, he said is intended to symbolise unity and resilience. "We hope that with the participation of young people across the country, this human chain will be formed around the power plants, and it will be a sign of the youth's commitment to protecting the country's infrastructure and building a bright future," said the Iranian minister.<h3>Watch what he said here:</h3>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">علیرضا رحیمی، معاون امورجوانان وزارت ورزش وجوانان درگفتگو باپایگاه اطلاع‌رسانی دولت: -سه‌شنبه، ساعت۱۴، حلقه انسانی اطراف نیروگاه‌های برق در سراسرکشور باحضور جوانان، هنرمندان، تشکل‌ها و... تشکیل می‌شود. -حمله به زیرساختهای عمومی جنایت جنگی است.<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/%D8%AF%D9%88%D9%84%D8%AA_%D9%BE%D8%A7%DB%8C_%DA%A9%D8%A7%D8%B1_%D9%85%D8%B1%D8%AF%D9%85?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#دولت_پای_کار_مردم</a><a href="https://twitter.com/DrAlirezaRahimi?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@DrAlirezaRahimi</a> <a href="https://t.co/52qjky39mU">pic.twitter.com/52qjky39mU</a>&mdash; پاد (@PadDolat) <a href="https://twitter.com/PadDolat/status/2041210640589586937?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 6, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>Trump's 'four hour' threat</h2>The backdrop to all of this is Trump's increasingly explicit threats about what he's prepared to do. At a press conference on Monday, Trump revealed that the US military had war plans to demolish every bridge and knock out every power plant in Iran within a four-hour window. "Complete demolition by 12 o'clock," he said, adding that it would happen "if we wanted to."Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/markets-rattled-oil-prices-up-as-trump-threatens-to-destroy-kharg-island-amid-iran-war-1774919694748">Markets rattled, oil prices up as Trump threatens to destroy Kharg Island amid Iran war</a>"We have a plan -- because of the power of our military -- where every bridge in Iran will be decimated by 12 o'clock tomorrow night, where every power plant in Iran will be out of business, burning, exploding and never to be used again," said the POTUS. He had previously threatened to obliterate Kharg Island, Iran's main oil export hub, along with desalination plants, sites he noted have "purposefully" not yet been touched.Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing conflicts in West Asia involving Israel, Iran, US, Gulf nations and non-state actors like Hezbollah, Hamas, Houthis, Islamic State, and others. Claims and counterclaims, disinformation and misinformation are being made online and offline. Given this context, WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, social media posts, photos and videos.

Iran asks civilians to shield key infrastructure from US strikes: Tehran has urged youth to form “human chains” around power plants as POTUS Donald Trump’s deadline looms. 

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As US President Donald Trump's latest ultimatum hangs over the country, Iran has taken an unusual step, asking young people to form 'human chains' around the nation's power plants to protect them from American strikes. In a video on Monday (Apr 6), Iran's Ministry of Sports and Youth urged students, athletes and artists to gather near critical power infrastructure at 2 PM Tuesday (Apr 7). Here's why. 'For a bright future' In a call to action, Alireza Rahimi, the Iranian deputy of youth affairs, urged Iranian youth to gather at 2 pm on Tuesday near the nation's critical power infrastructure. The timing is hard to miss. Trump has set an 8 PM Eastern deadline for Iran to fully reopen the Strait of Hormuz, warning of sweeping military strikes if Tehran doesn't comply. Also read | ‘Take the oil’: Did Trump REVEAL his Iran war strategy decades ago? POTUS shares interview clip from 1987 | Watch video Officials framed the mobilisation as something that came from the ground up. Rahimi said the idea originated with young Iranians themselves. "This action has been formed at the suggestion of the youth themselves. A number of university youth, young artists, and youth organisations proposed that we form a human ring or human chain around the country's power plants," he said. Iran is calling the move "Human Chain of Iran's Youth for a Bright Future." The campaign, he said is intended to symbolise unity and resilience. "We hope that with the participation of young people across the country, this human chain will be formed around the power plants, and it will be a sign of the youth's commitment to protecting the country's infrastructure and building a bright future," said the Iranian minister. Watch what he said here:

Iran asks civilians to shield key infrastructure from US strikes: Tehran has urged youth to form “human chains” around power plants as POTUS Donald Trump’s deadline looms.&nbsp;Scroll down to read more.

'For a bright future': Iran calls on youth to form 'human chains' around power plants as Trump threatens destruction in 'four hours' | WATCH

Serious questions are being raised about the true scale of U.S. military casualties in the ongoing Iran conflict.

A report by The Intercept claims that the number of American troops killed or injured could be far higher than officially disclosed. While U.S. Central Command has acknowledged over 300 wounded personnel, independent estimates suggest the figure could be closer to 750.

An anonymous defence official has even alleged a “cover-up,” accusing the military of releasing outdated or incomplete casualty data. Meanwhile, officials have declined to provide clear figures on fatalities.

US Hiding Iran War Casualties? Report Alleges Pentagon Cover-Up

Iran has just launched its most devastating missile barrage to date, targeting the heart of Israel. Harrowing footage from Haifa where a residential building has partially collapsed following a direct hit, leaving four people dead and many more missing. We break down the new cluster munition technology being used by the IRGC and the catastrophic failure of regional air defences. As Tel Aviv burns and the death toll rises, is this the start of the final escalation?  

Iran's Unstoppable Missiles Crush Haifa: Tel Aviv Burns 

Tensions have escalated further as Iran questions the true objective of a recent U.S. military rescue operation.

Tehran claims that what Washington described as a high-risk mission to save a downed pilot may have actually been a cover for something far more serious—an attempt to seize enriched uranium.

Iranian officials, including Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baqaei, have called the U.S. narrative a “deception,” raising doubts about why American forces operated in areas far from the reported crash site.

Iran Accusing U.S. of Uranium Heist? 'Rescue Mission a Cover' 

U.S. President Donald Trump speaks in the White House Briefing Room about the weekend military operations to rescue U.S. military personnel in Iran, and the deadline he has set to clear the Strait of Hormuz.
Donald Trump, alongside Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, CIA Director John Ratcliffe and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. Dan Caine, is holding a news conference on the rescue of an F-15E crew member whose jet was downed over Iran.

Trump Holds News Conference a Day Before Iran Ultimatum Ends

US Secretary of War Hegseth Hails Airmen Rescue Mission in Iran

US-Iran War: Trump Holds News Conference a Day Before Iran Ultimatum Ends

Calls are growing to invoke Section 4 of the 25th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution after President Donald Trump’s controversial remarks. But what exactly is Section 4, and can it really remove a sitting U.S. President? This video explains how the process works, why it was created after John F. Kennedy’s assassination, and why it remains one of the most controversial constitutional provisions in American politics.


Trump Foul Remark Row: Section 4 Of The 25th Amendment Explained

U.S. President Donald Trump is under fire after using explicit language in a public threat to Iran over the Strait of Hormuz. The controversial post has raised questions about presidential conduct, diplomacy, and escalation risks in an already tense region. We break down what he said, why it matters, and how this fits into his pattern of aggressive rhetoric.


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Iranian missile strikes in early 2026 have increasingly breached Israel's air defense systems, including the Iron Dome, by using high-volume, saturated barrages of, ballistic, and potentially advanced, evasive missiles. Reports indicate direct hits on urban areas such as Tel Aviv, resulting in significant structural damage, injuries, and fatalities. 


US-Iran War: Iran's Cruise Missiles Slip Past Iron Dome Again

The Israeli Air Force conducted a large-scale wave of strikes overnight on Sunday, targeting three airports across Tehran and aimed at wearing down the Iranian Air Force and the IRGC Air Force capabilities, the military said on Monday. 

Dozens of IAF fighter jets struck targets at Bahram Airport, Mehrabad Airport, and Azmayesh Airport.

US-Iran War: IDF Claims Strikes on Three Airports Near Tehran Area

As President Donald Trump's deadline approaches, media reports suggest a last-ditch effort by mediators for a 45-day ceasefire. Pakistan has reportedly proposed a two-stage plan to end the conflict and reopen the Strait of Hormuz. The framework involves an immediate ceasefire followed by a final agreement within 15 to 20 days. Under the proposal, Iran would forego nuclear weapons in exchange for sanctions relief and access to frozen funds. Pakistan Army Chief General Asim Munir reportedly held talks with US Vice President J.D. Vance, US envoy Steve Witkoff, and Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi to coordinate the plan.


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