US President Donald Trump has said Israel will not carry out further strikes on Iran’s South Pars gas field, while issuing a sharp warning to Tehran amid escalating tensions.

Trump warned that if Iran targets Qatar again, the United States would respond by “massively” striking Iran’s gas field, one of the world’s largest energy reserves.

His remarks come after Iranian missile strikes hit Qatar’s Ras Laffan LNG hub following earlier attacks on Iran’s energy infrastructure.

The developments mark a dangerous escalation in the conflict, with energy infrastructure across the Gulf increasingly becoming a key target.

US-Iran War: Trump Says Israel Will Not Strike Iran Gas Plant Again | WION Breaking

US Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard has warned that Pakistan’s missile programme could potentially reach the United States, raising concerns over long-range capabilities.

Gabbard said Pakistan’s arsenal may include intercontinental-range missiles, signalling a possible expansion in its strategic reach.

The remarks come amid heightened global focus on missile capabilities and evolving security threats.

US-Iran War: Tulsi Gabbard Warns Pakistan Missiles Could Reach US, Flags ICBM Capability | WION

QatarEnergy says an Iranian missile strike has damaged infrastructure at Ras Laffan Industrial City, the world’s largest LNG production site.

The attack triggered fires and caused what officials described as extensive damage to parts of the facility. Authorities said the site had been evacuated earlier after warnings that it could be targeted.

Doha has condemned the strike as a violation of its sovereignty and national security, as tensions escalate across the region.

Iran-US War: Iranian Missile Damages Qatar’s Ras Laffan LNG Facility | WION

Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has called for a new protocol governing the Strait of Hormuz, suggesting fresh rules for navigation after the ongoing conflict ends.

Araghchi said any new framework should be developed by countries bordering the Gulf and ensure safe passage under conditions aligned with regional and Iranian interests.

He also made it clear that Iran will not allow its “enemies” to use the strategic waterway, signalling continued restrictions amid rising tensions.

The Strait of Hormuz remains a critical global energy route, and any change in access or rules could have major implications for international oil and gas flows.

US-Israel Strikes: Iran FM Calls for New Hormuz Protocol, Says Enemies Won’t Be Allowed Access

Qatar has condemned the Iranian missile strike on Ras Laffan Industrial City, calling it a violation of its sovereignty and national security.

Authorities said the attack targeted the world’s largest LNG production site, causing fires and damage to key infrastructure. The facility had been evacuated prior to the strike following warnings of a possible attack.

Doha has strongly criticised the escalation, as tensions across the Gulf region continue to rise.

Iran Strikes Back: Qatar Condemns Iranian Strike on Ras Laffan LNG Facility | WION

US Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard has come under scrutiny after refusing to directly answer whether Iran posed an “imminent threat” to the United States before the war.

During a Senate hearing, Gabbard said determining what constitutes an imminent threat is the responsibility of the president, not the intelligence community, declining to give a clear yes-or-no answer.

The controversy comes as a senior US counterterrorism official, Joe Kent, resigned in protest, stating that Iran posed “no imminent threat” and questioning the justification for the conflict.

Lawmakers have criticised the lack of clarity, as conflicting assessments within the US administration raise questions over the intelligence basis for the war.

US-Iran War: Tulsi Gabbard Dodges Iran Threat Question, Top US Official Says No “Imminent Threat”

Iran Strikes Back: Iranian Missile Damages Qatar’s Ras Laffan LNG Facility | WION

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has pointed to what he calls growing evidence that the US-led war is “unjust”, as criticism mounts over Washington’s actions.

His remarks come as the head of the US National Counterterrorism Center, Joe Kent, resigned in protest, saying Iran posed no imminent threat to the United States and questioning the basis for the conflict.

US-Iran War: Iran’s Araghchi Alleges “Unjust War” as US Counterterror Chief Quits | WION

The ongoing West Asia conflict is exposing a global defence supply crunch, with production lines stretched and stockpiles under pressure.

As countries rush to replenish military inventories, the situation has opened a rare window of opportunity for emerging defence exporters like India.

Long dependent on imports, India is now repositioning itself as a serious supplier in the global defence market.


US-Iran War: India Eyes Defence Boom Amid West Asia War | World Business Watch

At least two people were killed in an Iranian missile strike near Tel Aviv, according to Israeli media and emergency services. The victims were in the suburb of Ramat Gan, where the attack caused damage and triggered rescue operations.

Reports said the casualties were caused by shrapnel from an intercepted missile, with additional injuries also reported.

The strike is part of a broader wave of Iranian missile attacks targeting central Israel amid escalating conflict.

Iran Strikes Back: Iranian Missile Strike Near Tel Aviv Kills 2 | WION

Iran has vowed retaliation following the killing of senior security official Ali Larijani, as tensions escalate in the ongoing conflict.

Iranian military officials warned of a “decisive” response after Larijani’s death in strikes attributed to Israel.

The threat signals a further escalation, with fears of wider regional fallout as both sides continue targeting key military and leadership positions.

US-Iran War: Iran Vows Retaliation After Killing Of Ali Larijani | WION 

U.S. diesel prices have surged past $5 per gallon for the first time since December 2022, driven by supply disruptions linked to the ongoing Iran conflict.

The spike comes as the war has squeezed global fuel supplies, particularly impacting diesel, a key fuel for transport and industry.

Rising prices at the pump are expected to add pressure on inflation and increase costs across sectors dependent on fuel.

US Faces Higher Prices at the Pump | World Business Watch

Farmers across the United States are facing soaring costs this spring as fertiliser prices spike and potential shortages loom due to disruptions linked to the Iran conflict.

The surge comes on top of an already strained farm economy, raising concerns over crop planting and profitability in the months ahead.

Rising input costs are expected to put additional pressure on farmers and could impact agricultural output if the trend continues.

US-Iran War: Fertiliser Prices Spike Amid Iran Conflict | World Business Watch

The global energy crunch is deepening as disruptions around the Strait of Hormuz, a key route for nearly a fifth of global oil and gas trade, tighten fuel supplies and push prices higher.

From Asia to Europe, governments are being forced into tough decisions, cutting energy use, tapping reserves, and trying to shield consumers as shortages begin to impact businesses and industries.

The crisis is unfolding beyond the region, with concerns growing over wider economic fallout and prolonged supply stress.

US-Iran War: Global Energy Crunch Deepens | World Business Watch

Iran has launched multiple missile salvos targeting Israel, marking another escalation in the ongoing conflict.

According to media reports, areas around Tel Aviv were hit, with some reports suggesting the use of cluster munitions in the strikes.

Iran Strikes Back: Iran Fires Missile Salvos At Israel, Reports Say Cluster Munitions Used |Breaking

US President Donald Trump has postponed his planned visit to China due to the ongoing war with Iran, shifting focus to the escalating conflict.

The trip, originally scheduled for late March, was aimed at easing tensions and advancing trade talks between the two countries. The delay has now pushed back key discussions on tariffs, semiconductors, agriculture and other major issues.

Officials say the visit could take place in five to six weeks, but the postponement has raised concerns over the pace of US-China engagement and trade negotiations.

US-Iran War: Iran War Forces Trump To Delay China Visit, Trade Talks Hit | WION

India has stepped up food supplies to Gulf countries amid ongoing war-related disruptions, with over 5,000 metric tonnes of perishable goods reaching regional markets.

The move aims to stabilise supply chains and ensure the availability of essential food items as conflict impacts trade routes and logistics in the region.

Authorities say shipments include key perishables to support demand in Gulf markets during the crisis.

US-Iran War: India Sends 5,000 Tonnes Of Food To Gulf Amid War Disruptions | WION

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Israel killed senior Iranian official Ali Larijani in recent strikes.

The Israeli military also said Netanyahu ordered operations targeting Iranian leaders. The statements mark a direct acknowledgment of leadership-level targeting amid the ongoing conflict.


US-Israel Strike Iran | Netanyahu: Israel Killed Iran’s Larijani | WION 

Iran has confirmed the deaths of top security official Ali Larijani and IRGC Basij commander Gholamreza Soleimani, marking a major escalation in the ongoing conflict.

Iran’s Supreme National Security Council confirmed Larijani’s death, while state media also confirmed the killing of Soleimani, who headed the Basij paramilitary force.

Both were killed in strikes that Israel had earlier claimed responsibility for, targeting senior Iranian leadership.

The killings represent a significant blow to Iran’s security and military establishment amid the widening regional conflict.

US-Iran War: Iran Confirms Ali Larijani, Basij Chief Gholamreza Soleimani Killed | WION

An Iranian projectile landed near Al Minhad Air Base in the UAE, which hosts Australia’s Middle East military headquarters, according to officials.

Australia’s Prime Minister said the projectile struck a road near the base, causing minor damage and a fire. No Australian personnel were injured.

The incident comes amid escalating regional tensions, with military sites across the Gulf increasingly exposed to missile and drone activity.

US-Iran War: Iranian Projectile Hits Near Australian HQ At UAE Air Base | Breaking

A fire aboard the USS Gerald R Ford aircraft carrier raged for hours and took more than 30 hours to bring under control, according to a New York Times report.

The prolonged firefighting effort highlights the scale of the blaze on one of the US Navy’s most advanced warships. Further details on the cause of the fire and possible damage have not been disclosed.

US-Iran War: Fire On USS Gerald R Ford Rages For Hours, Took Over 30 Hours To Contain | WION

India has received its second LPG tanker through the Strait of Hormuz, with the vessel Nanda Devi arriving safely in Gujarat.

The shipment comes amid heightened tensions in the region, where concerns over disruptions to the Strait of Hormuz have raised alarms over global energy supplies.

US-Iran War: Second LPG Tanker Nanda Devi Reaches India Via Hormuz, Arrives In Gujarat | Breaking

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has ruled out joining the ongoing Iran war, stating that Britain will not be “dragged into a wider conflict.”

Starmer emphasised that the UK’s priority is to avoid escalation, even as tensions rise in the Middle East following U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran. He said any involvement would depend on a coordinated international plan rather than unilateral military action.

While Britain is working with allies on efforts to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, Starmer acknowledged that doing so would not be easy and requires careful planning and cooperation.

The remarks come amid growing pressure from Washington on allies to contribute to securing the critical shipping route, as several countries remain hesitant to join military operations.

UK PM Rules Out Iran War, Says Britain ‘Won’t Be Dragged Into Wider Conflict’ | WION

The United States has repositioned two of its major aircraft carrier strike groups, USS Gerald R. Ford and USS Abraham Lincoln, amid escalating tensions with Iran.

The move signals a significant military shift as Washington increases its naval presence in the region during the ongoing conflict.

Officials say the deployments are aimed at strengthening deterrence and ensuring operational readiness as the situation continues to evolve.

The repositioning of multiple carrier strike groups underscores rising concerns over a wider regional escalation.

US Relocates USS Gerald R. Ford, USS Abraham Lincoln Amid Iran Tensions | WION