President Trump has once again signaled the possibility of military action against Iran if diplomatic talks break down. Just days ahead of key negotiations, Trump warned that the US is prepared to act if necessary. Meanwhile, Israel is expected to play a leading role in any potential strike, with Netanyahu meeting top US officials in Jerusalem.

US-Iran tensions: President Trump threatens Iran to use military force if required

Amid rising tensions, the US and Iran are set for indirect talks in Oman on April 12. Steve Witkoff will lead the US delegation, but Israeli PM Netanyahu demands tough action, including strikes on Iranian nuclear sites. Meanwhile, US airstrikes continue on Iran-backed Houthis in Yemen, deepening the regional conflict.

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President Donald Trump has announced direct nuclear talks with Iran, but Tehran insists the upcoming meeting in Oman will be indirect. Iran awaits a US response to what it calls a "generous offer" while rejecting direct engagement amid rising threats. Trump warned Tehran of serious consequences if talks collapse, with Iran vowing a swift response.

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Amid potential attack by the US and Israel, Iran is readying more Ghadir radars. The buildup in West Asia has swelled up. This swelling up comes after satellite images of the US stationing six B2 bombers at Diego Garcia have appeared.

Iran declares combat readiness amid US military build-up

Tensions between Iran and the United States have intensified following remarks by President Donald Trump. Iran’s IRGC chief declared that the country will not back down from war, while the US deployed a second THAAD battery in Israel to counter regional threats. Iran’s foreign minister also dismissed the possibility of direct talks with Washington, calling them "meaningless."

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Amid rising tensions with the US and Israel, Iran has deployed two advanced ‘Ghadir’ radar systems in its southern region. These long-range radars, capable of detecting threats over 1,100 km, are designed to bolster Tehran's air defences. While Iran prepares militarily, it also signals willingness for equal-footing dialogue with Washington.

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There is a storm in the making in West Asia. The US is locked in a fierce battle with Yemen's Houthis. West is worried about Iran's growing nuclear capabilities. Experts have warned that a direct confrontation between the two enemies might be inevitable.

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The United States has deployed a third of its B-2 stealth bombers to Diego Garcia, escalating its military presence after President Trump’s warning to Iran. With tensions high in the Middle East, experts see this as a strategic move to counter Iran and the Houthis.

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The U.S. is increasing its military presence in West Asia amid rising tensions with Iran. The Pentagon has deployed the USS Carl Vinson Carrier Strike Group to the region, joining the USS Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group. Meanwhile, U.S. forces have conducted strikes in Yemen, and the Houthis have released footage of a downed American MQ-9 drone in Marib.

US sends warships, jets to West Asia amid Iran tensions

Amidst the rising tensions with Iran and also its proxies, the Pentagon has said that the United States is increasing the number of aircraft carriers that it deploys in West Asia from one to two. Keeping the one that is already there and sending another one from the Indo-Pacific. The Pentagon spokesperson Shan Parnell said the Carl Vinson will now join Harry S. Truman to continue what the Americans claim is promoting regional stability, deterring aggression, and also protecting the free flow of commerce in the region.

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US-Iran tensions: US deploys warplanes, ships to West Asia in warning to Iran

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Iran has warned that it would have no alternative but to acquire a nuclear weapon if attacked by the United States or its allies.

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#Gravitas A day after US President Donald Trump issued an ultimatum to Iran, to agree on the nuclear deal or be bombed, Tehran has readied its missiles to strike US-linked sites.

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Tensions between the US and Iran reach a boiling point as Supreme Leader Khamenei vows retaliation against any strike. President Trump warns of military action if Iran advances its nuclear program. Meanwhile, reports suggest Iran has deployed missiles in underground facilities, raising concerns of a potential conflict.

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US President Donald Trump on Friday (March 28) warned Iran, saying that "bad things" would happen to the nation if it fails to reach a nuclear deal.&nbsp;
This comes a day after Iran responded to a letter from the US president, calling for talks.
"My big preference... is we work it out with Iran. But if we don't work it out, bad, bad things are gonna happen to Iran," Trump told reporters in the Oval Office.
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Last week, Trump sent Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei a letter, proposing negotiations on a new nuclear deal, with a two-month ultimatum, to reach an agreement.&nbsp;
The communication contained &ldquo;more of a threatening posture,&rdquo; but apparently also offered &ldquo;some opportunities&rdquo; for Iran, the country&rsquo;s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said on Thursday, saying a response will come &ldquo;in the coming days.&rdquo;
Trump&rsquo;s envoy, Steve Witkoff, delivered the letter to the president of the United Arab Emirates. Following this, a UAE official passed the letter to the Iranians.&nbsp;
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Moreover, last week, Khamenei said that the deadly US strikes on the Houthi rebels in Yemen were a "crime that must be stopped".
Prior to that week, &nbsp;the Tehran-backed militant group threatened to renew attacks on Israeli shipping in retaliation to aid blockade in the besieged Palestinian enclave by Israel. This triggered the first US strikes on Yemen since President Donald Trump took office in the month of January.
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The US said that several top Houthi officials were killed in its strikes on Yemen, whereas the Houthi-run health ministry said the strikes claimed the lives of 53 people and injured approximately 100.
Moreover, the US president also threatened to "annihilate" Houthis and warned Iran against continuing with its aid to the group amid an ongoing US military campaign against them. &nbsp;
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(With inputs from agencies)

World: Last week, Trump sent Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei a letter, proposing negotiations on a new nuclear deal, with a two-month ultimatum.

US President Donald Trump on Friday (March 28) warned Iran, saying that "bad things" would happen to the nation if it fails to reach a nuclear deal. This comes a day after Iran responded to a letter from the US president, calling for talks. "My big preference... is we work it out with Iran. But if we don't work it out, bad, bad things are gonna happen to Iran," Trump told reporters in the Oval Office. Also read: Iran's Khamenei says US strikes on Yemen 'a crime that must be stopped' Last week, Trump sent Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei a letter, proposing negotiations on a new nuclear deal, with a two-month ultimatum, to reach an agreement. The communication contained “more of a threatening posture,” but apparently also offered “some opportunities” for Iran, the country’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said on Thursday, saying a response will come “in the coming days.” Trump’s envoy, Steve Witkoff, delivered the letter to the president of the United Arab Emirates. Following this, a UAE official passed the letter to the Iranians. Also read: ‘Iran will retaliate’: Khamenei warns Trump against making ‘unwise’ threats, says ‘will inflict a blow’ Moreover, last week, Khamenei said that the deadly US strikes on the Houthi rebels in Yemen were a "crime that must be stopped". Prior to that week, the Tehran-backed militant group threatened to renew attacks on Israeli shipping in retaliation to aid blockade in the besieged Palestinian enclave by Israel. This triggered the first US strikes on Yemen since President Donald Trump took office in the month of January. Also read: ‘They aim at domination’: Khamenei condemns ‘bullying’ after Trump’s military action threat against Iran The US said that several top Houthi officials were killed in its strikes on Yemen, whereas the Houthi-run health ministry said the strikes claimed the lives of 53 people and injured approximately 100. Moreover, the US president also threatened to "annihilate" Houthis and warned Iran against continuing with its aid to the group amid an ongoing US military campaign against them. Also read: 'Final strokes': Trump hints at 'final moments' with Iran after his letter to Khamenei 'gets lost in mail' (With inputs from agencies)

'Bad, bad things will happen': Trump warns Iran on nuclear deal

The US has urged Iran to dismantle its nuclear program, warning of serious consequences if it refuses. While Trump has signaled a preference for diplomacy, he has also warned of potential military action. Meanwhile, Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei has vowed resistance, escalating tensions further.

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One person who’s definitely not pulling any punches against the US president is Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. In response to the US onslaught against the Houthis and Donald Trump's threat letter to Iran regarding a new nuclear deal, Khamenei has openly labeled Trump as a brute and a bully who deserves "nothing but a tight slap." Khamenei emphasized that all US threats against Iran will fail, downplaying the links between Iran and the Houthis, dismissing the threats as baseless. Watch in for more details!

'Start fight, and you'll get hard slaps': Iran's Supreme Leader

Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has rejected holding negotiations with the US over a nuclear deal. This comes after Iranian media reported that a letter from US President Donald Trump was received, offering talks. Watch in for more details!

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Iran has received the letter given by US President Donald Trump by Anwar Gargash, diplomatic adviser to the president of the United Arab Emirates, Iran&rsquo;s foreign ministry spokesperson said on Wednesday.&nbsp;
Earlier in the day, Iran&rsquo;s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said that an Arab intermediary will deliver Trump's letter to Tehran.&nbsp;
The letter was given to Gargash by Trump&rsquo;s Mideast envoy Steve Witkoff, who was in Abu Dhabi yesterday, Axios reported.
Gargash met Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi today, Iranian state media said. However, Iranian foreign ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei did not give further details about their meeting.
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Trump last Friday said that he had sent a letter to Iran&rsquo;s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, urging the country to enter negotiations over its nuclear programme.&nbsp;
"I've written them a letter, saying I hope you're going to negotiate because if we have to go in militarily, it's going to be a terrible thing for them," he said. "You can't let them have a nuclear weapon."
But Iran's mission to the United Nations told AFP that they did not receive such a letter.&nbsp;
A day after Trump informed about his letter, Khamenei in a speech, said that Iran would not negotiate with "bullying powers".&nbsp;
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<h2>Closed-door UNSC meeting</h2>
Iran&rsquo;s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said that a closed-door meeting of the UN Security Council has been requested, "which is a completely new procedure and surprising, and questions the goodwill of the countries requesting this meeting."
The meeting had been requested by France, Greece, Panama, South Korea, Britain, and the US as Tehran's nuclear programme edges close to weapons-grade uranium.
"We have always been ready to negotiate on the nuclear issue from an equal position, and we have also negotiated on the JCPOA, and negotiations are ongoing," Araghchi added.
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<h2>'Something going to happen very soon'</h2>
Moreover, after revealing the letter, Trump also said that action against Iran could be imminent, suggesting that "something is going to happen very soon."
Speaking to reporters in the Oval Office, Trump said, "There will be some interesting days ahead, that's all I can tell you." He did not provide specific details.
"We&rsquo;re down to final strokes with Iran. That&rsquo;s going to be an interesting time, and we&rsquo;ll see what happens," he said.
Repeating his stance on Iran&rsquo;s nuclear ambitions, Trump added, "We&rsquo;re down to final moments. We&rsquo;re at the final moments. We can&rsquo;t let them have a nuclear weapon."
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(With inputs from agencies)

World: Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi did not specify which Arab country would act as the intermediary or provide details about what is there in the letter.

Iran has received the letter given by US President Donald Trump by Anwar Gargash, diplomatic adviser to the president of the United Arab Emirates, Iran’s foreign ministry spokesperson said on Wednesday. Earlier in the day, Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said that an Arab intermediary will deliver Trump's letter to Tehran. The letter was given to Gargash by Trump’s Mideast envoy Steve Witkoff, who was in Abu Dhabi yesterday, Axios reported. Gargash met Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi today, Iranian state media said. However, Iranian foreign ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei did not give further details about their meeting. Also read: Iran President tells Trump 'do whatever damn thing you want,' rejects negotiations conducted under orders or threats Trump last Friday said that he had sent a letter to Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, urging the country to enter negotiations over its nuclear programme. "I've written them a letter, saying I hope you're going to negotiate because if we have to go in militarily, it's going to be a terrible thing for them," he said. "You can't let them have a nuclear weapon." But Iran's mission to the United Nations told AFP that they did not receive such a letter. A day after Trump informed about his letter, Khamenei in a speech, said that Iran would not negotiate with "bullying powers". Also read: Iran won't negotiate under 'intimidation' as Donald Trump ramps up pressure Closed-door UNSC meeting Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said that a closed-door meeting of the UN Security Council has been requested, "which is a completely new procedure and surprising, and questions the goodwill of the countries requesting this meeting." The meeting had been requested by France, Greece, Panama, South Korea, Britain, and the US as Tehran's nuclear programme edges close to weapons-grade uranium. "We have always been ready to negotiate on the nuclear issue from an equal position, and we have also negotiated on the JCPOA, and negotiations are ongoing," Araghchi added. Also read: Trump's reverses course on Canada tariffs, markets react 'Something going to happen very soon' Moreover, after revealing the letter, Trump also said that action against Iran could be imminent, suggesting that "something is going to happen very soon." Speaking to reporters in the Oval Office, Trump said, "There will be some interesting days ahead, that's all I can tell you." He did not provide specific details. "We’re down to final strokes with Iran. That’s going to be an interesting time, and we’ll see what happens," he said. Repeating his stance on Iran’s nuclear ambitions, Trump added, "We’re down to final moments. We’re at the final moments. We can’t let them have a nuclear weapon." Also read: 'Final strokes': Trump hints at 'final moments' with Iran after his letter to Khamenei 'gets lost in mail' (With inputs from agencies)

Iran receives Trump's letter delivered by UAE official days after US prez hints at 'final strokes' with Tehran

Iran has rejected the US proposal for nuclear negotiations, with Supreme Leader Khamenei calling Washington a "bully government" aiming for domination. This comes after President Trump claimed he sent a letter to Iran’s leadership to discuss a potential nuclear deal. Meanwhile, Iran denies receiving any such letter and warns of consequences if its nuclear facilities are attacked.

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U.S. President Donald Trump said he wants to negotiate a nuclear deal with Iran and sent a letter to its leadership this week suggesting talks with the Islamic Republic

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Tehran is considering moving its capital to an entirely different location on the Gulf of Oman. This move is being contemplated due to concerns over the city's vulnerability to earthquakes, pollution, and security risks. Additionally, Iran may be seeking a fresh start and strategic advantages by relocating to a more secure and accessible area.

Iran's plan to build a city near Oman?

In Iran, military leaders are urging their Supreme Leader to revoke the nuclear fatwa. Senior commanders of Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) have called on Ayatollah Ali Khamenei to lift his longstanding fatwa that bans the creation and use of nuclear weapons. According to The Telegraph, the Iranian commanders argue that nuclear weapons are essential for the country’s survival amid mounting pressures from Western adversaries.

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Iran conducted air defence exercises on Saturday as the country braces for more friction with Israel and the United States under incoming US president Donald Trump. Watch this report for more details!

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