<p>Amid the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-may-have-a-second-wave-of-coronavirus-later-this-year-predicts-health-official-293948">coronavirus crisis</a>, US President Donald Trump said that he has instructed the Navy "to shoot down and destroy any and all Iranian gunboats if they harass our ships at sea."</p>

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<p>Trump's latest attack on Iran comes as the country announced it had successfully launched the first military satellite on Wednesday after it repeatedly failed to launch satellites in the past even as tensions escalated with the US in the Middle East.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-state-sues-chinas-leaders-over-coronavirus-293897">Also Read: US state sues China's leaders over coronavirus</a></p>

<p>The Trump administration had earlier accused Iran of harassing its ships in the Gulf. The US Defence Department had accused Iran of "dangerous and provocative" actions in the Gulf. The US department had said that eleven Iran boats had "repeatedly crossed the bows and sterns" of US vessels in international waters.</p>

<p>Iran dismissed the US allegation, saying that it was a "Hollywood account of the encounter" while warning the US that any "miscalculation will receive a decisive response".</p>

<p>The tensions between the two nations have escalated since a US drone strike killed Major General Qasem Soleimani, the former head of the country's elite Quds Force. However, with the coronavirus sweeping the country Iran has accused the US of hurting it with sanctions at a time when its citizens are suffering.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Iran had rejected Trump's offer of ventilators, foreign minister Zarif said that the country would be "exporting ventilators in a few months, all you need to do is stop interfering in the affairs of other nations; mine especially.”</p>

<p>Earlier, US secretary of state Mike Pompeo had offered a helping hand to Iran, while claiming that the country’s infrastructure was not prepared to deal with an outbreak, but it was rejected by Iran which said it can manage alone.</p>


Amid the coronavirus crisis, US President Donald Trump said that he has instructed the Navy "to shoot down and destroy any and all Iranian gunboats if they harass our ships at sea.

Amid the coronavirus crisis, US President Donald Trump said that he has instructed the Navy "to shoot down and destroy any and all Iranian gunboats if they harass our ships at sea." I have instructed the United States Navy to shoot down and destroy any and all Iranian gunboats if they harass our ships at sea. — Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) April 22, 2020 × Trump's latest attack on Iran comes as the country announced it had successfully launched the first military satellite on Wednesday after it repeatedly failed to launch satellites in the past even as tensions escalated with the US in the Middle East. Also Read: US state sues China's leaders over coronavirus The Trump administration had earlier accused Iran of harassing its ships in the Gulf. The US Defence Department had accused Iran of "dangerous and provocative" actions in the Gulf. The US department had said that eleven Iran boats had "repeatedly crossed the bows and sterns" of US vessels in international waters. Iran dismissed the US allegation, saying that it was a "Hollywood account of the encounter" while warning the US that any "miscalculation will receive a decisive response". The tensions between the two nations have escalated since a US drone strike killed Major General Qasem Soleimani, the former head of the country's elite Quds Force. However, with the coronavirus sweeping the country Iran has accused the US of hurting it with sanctions at a time when its citizens are suffering. Iran had rejected Trump's offer of ventilators, foreign minister Zarif said that the country would be "exporting ventilators in a few months, all you need to do is stop interfering in the affairs of other nations; mine especially.” Earlier, US secretary of state Mike Pompeo had offered a helping hand to Iran, while claiming that the country’s infrastructure was not prepared to deal with an outbreak, but it was rejected by Iran which said it can manage alone.

Instructed US Navy to shoot down Iranian gunboats if they harass our ships at sea: Trump

<p>Polling booths opened in Iran on Thursday with President Hassan Rouhani's fate in the balance.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-defends-barring-of-candidates-as-campaign-ends-281826">Also Read:&nbsp;Iran defends barring of candidates as campaign ends</a></p>

<p>The country's supreme leader Ayatollah Ali <a href="https://www.wionews.com/opinions-blogs/us-pullout-from-nuclear-deal-makes-iran-elections-even-more-crucial-281859">Khamenei</a> was one of the early voters while calling people to take part in the election "as soon as possible" and &nbsp;"guarantee the country's national interests".</p>

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<p>It is the eleventh parliamentary election in the country since 1979 taking place this time under US sanctions and under the cloud of former Quad chief Sulemani's death which created widespread uproar in the country after the Iran general was killed by a US drone strike in Iraq.</p>

<p>Public anger aimed at the government last month as Iran's army brought down a Ukrainian airliner killing all 176 people on board on the same day the US conducted drone strikes against Sulemani.</p>

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<p>Experts feel the Conservatives may win ousting Rouhani as the country battles high inflation and economic downturn amid US sanctions. In the past ten elections, Iran has averaged 60.5 per cent turnout.</p>

<p>The Guardian Council said it expected at least 50 per cent of registered voters to cast ballots.</p>

<p>At least 58 million people are eligible to vote with 16,033 candidates contesting for 290 seats in 31 provinces.</p>

<p>Voting for the Majles, Iran's parliament lasts for at least ten hours or more with final results expected by Sunday.</p>


Polling booths opened in Iran on Thursday with President Hassan Rouhani's fate in the balance. Also Read: Iran defends barring of candidates as campaign ends The country's supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was one of the early voters while calling people to take part in the election "as soon as possible" and "guarantee the country's national interests".

Polling booths opened in Iran on Thursday with President Hassan Rouhani's fate in the balance. Also Read: Iran defends barring of candidates as campaign ends The country's supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was one of the early voters while calling people to take part in the election "as soon as possible" and "guarantee the country's national interests". Watch Video: It is the eleventh parliamentary election in the country since 1979 taking place this time under US sanctions and under the cloud of former Quad chief Sulemani's death which created widespread uproar in the country after the Iran general was killed by a US drone strike in Iraq. Public anger aimed at the government last month as Iran's army brought down a Ukrainian airliner killing all 176 people on board on the same day the US conducted drone strikes against Sulemani. In Pics: Iran to vote in crucial parliamentary election, many see as 'lost cause' Experts feel the Conservatives may win ousting Rouhani as the country battles high inflation and economic downturn amid US sanctions. In the past ten elections, Iran has averaged 60.5 per cent turnout. The Guardian Council said it expected at least 50 per cent of registered voters to cast ballots. At least 58 million people are eligible to vote with 16,033 candidates contesting for 290 seats in 31 provinces. Voting for the Majles, Iran's parliament lasts for at least ten hours or more with final results expected by Sunday.

Voting begins in Iran's parliamentary elections

<p>Shortly after Iran launched ballistic missiles on US bases in Iraq, President Trump in a tweet said "all is well".</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-fires-missiles-at-us-bases-in-iraq-272811">Also Read:&nbsp;Iran fires ballistic missiles at US bases in Iraq</a></p>

<p>"All is well! Missiles launched from Iran at two military bases located in Iraq. Assessment of casualties &amp; damages taking place now. So far, so good!, the US President said, adding,"We have the most powerful and well-equipped military anywhere in the world, by far!"</p>

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<p>After launching the missiles, Iran's foreign minister Javed Zarif said, "Iran took &amp; concluded proportionate measures in self-defense under Article 51 of UN Charter targeting base."</p>

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<p>"We do not seek escalation or war, but will defend ourselves against any aggression," Iran's foreign minister added.</p>

<p>The Pentagon said Iran had fired "more than a dozen" ballistic missiles.</p>

<p>Meanwhile, a former minister of Iran Saeed Jalili tweeted a photo of the Iran flag in an apparent dig at US President Trump who had tweeted an image of the American flag after the drone strike in Baghdad airport&nbsp;which killed Iran's general Qasim Soleimani.</p>

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<p>"At approximately 5.30 pm (2230 GMT) on January 7, Iran launched more than a dozen ballistic missiles against US military and coalition forces in Iraq," Assistant to the Secretary of Defense for Public Affairs Jonathan Hoffman said.</p>

<p>"It is clear that these missiles were launched from Iran and targeted at least two Iraqi military bases hosting US military and coalition personnel at Al-Assad and Irbil," Hoffman added.</p>

<p>"These bases have been on high alert due to indications that the Iranian regime planned to attack our forces and interests in the region," a Pentagon spokesman said.</p>

<p>Meanwhile, the US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) said it was closely monitoring events in the Middle East after Iran fired missiles at US airbases.</p>


Shortly after Iran launched ballistic missiles on US bases in Iraq, President Trump in a tweet said "all is well". Also Read: Iran fires ballistic missiles at US bases in Iraq "All is well!

Shortly after Iran launched ballistic missiles on US bases in Iraq, President Trump in a tweet said "all is well". Also Read: Iran fires ballistic missiles at US bases in Iraq "All is well! Missiles launched from Iran at two military bases located in Iraq. Assessment of casualties & damages taking place now. So far, so good!, the US President said, adding,"We have the most powerful and well-equipped military anywhere in the world, by far!" All is well! Missiles launched from Iran at two military bases located in Iraq. Assessment of casualties & damages taking place now. So far, so good! We have the most powerful and well equipped military anywhere in the world, by far! I will be making a statement tomorrow morning. — Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) January 8, 2020 × After launching the missiles, Iran's foreign minister Javed Zarif said, "Iran took & concluded proportionate measures in self-defense under Article 51 of UN Charter targeting base." Iran took & concluded proportionate measures in self-defense under Article 51 of UN Charter targeting base from which cowardly armed attack against our citizens & senior officials were launched. We do not seek escalation or war, but will defend ourselves against any aggression. — Javad Zarif (@JZarif) January 8, 2020 × "We do not seek escalation or war, but will defend ourselves against any aggression," Iran's foreign minister added. The Pentagon said Iran had fired "more than a dozen" ballistic missiles. Meanwhile, a former minister of Iran Saeed Jalili tweeted a photo of the Iran flag in an apparent dig at US President Trump who had tweeted an image of the American flag after the drone strike in Baghdad airport which killed Iran's general Qasim Soleimani. pic.twitter.com/Nske7KLJVy — Saeed Jalili (@DrSaeedJalili) January 7, 2020 × Also Read: Oil prices surge to new high after Iran attacks US bases in Iraq "At approximately 5.30 pm (2230 GMT) on January 7, Iran launched more than a dozen ballistic missiles against US military and coalition forces in Iraq," Assistant to the Secretary of Defense for Public Affairs Jonathan Hoffman said. "It is clear that these missiles were launched from Iran and targeted at least two Iraqi military bases hosting US military and coalition personnel at Al-Assad and Irbil," Hoffman added. "These bases have been on high alert due to indications that the Iranian regime planned to attack our forces and interests in the region," a Pentagon spokesman said. Meanwhile, the US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) said it was closely monitoring events in the Middle East after Iran fired missiles at US airbases.

All is well, so far, so good, says Trump after Iran's missile strikes at US bases in Iraq

<p>A top commander in Iraq's Hashed al-Shaabi paramilitary network said Wednesday it was time for an "Iraqi response" to a US drone strike that killed the network's deputy chief.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-fires-missiles-at-us-bases-in-iraq-272811">Also read: Iran fires 'more than a dozen' ballistic missiles at US bases in Iraq</a></p>

<p>"That response will be no less than the size of the Iranian response. That is a promise," Qais al-Khazali, a hardline Hashed commander, threatened in a tweet. &nbsp;</p>

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<p>Iran launched missiles at Iraqi bases housing US troops early Wednesday in retaliation for last week's US drone strike that killed senior Iranian commander Qasem Soleimani and Hashed deputy chief Abu Mahdi al-Muhandis.</p>

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<p>In 2007, Khazali was arrested by American forces for his alleged role in an attack on a government compound in Karbala in the Shia heartland of southern Iraq, which left five American soldiers dead.</p>

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<p>He is now one of the most feared and respected Shia militia leaders in Iraq, and one of Iran’s most important allies in the country.</p>

<p>He was among the thousands of militia fighters, armed and wearing green camouflage military fatigues, who flocked to northern Iraq to battle Islamic State.</p>


A top commander in Iraq's Hashed al-Shaabi paramilitary network said Wednesday it was time for an "Iraqi response" to a US drone strike that killed the network's deputy chief.

A top commander in Iraq's Hashed al-Shaabi paramilitary network said Wednesday it was time for an "Iraqi response" to a US drone strike that killed the network's deputy chief. Also read: Iran fires 'more than a dozen' ballistic missiles at US bases in Iraq "That response will be no less than the size of the Iranian response. That is a promise," Qais al-Khazali, a hardline Hashed commander, threatened in a tweet. In Pics: Key facts about Al-Asad US air base in Iraq attacked by Iran Iran launched missiles at Iraqi bases housing US troops early Wednesday in retaliation for last week's US drone strike that killed senior Iranian commander Qasem Soleimani and Hashed deputy chief Abu Mahdi al-Muhandis. Watch: Also Read: Iran's slain general Soleimani laid to rest in hometown Kerman In 2007, Khazali was arrested by American forces for his alleged role in an attack on a government compound in Karbala in the Shia heartland of southern Iraq, which left five American soldiers dead. Also Read: Oil prices surge to new high after Iran attacks US bases in Iraq He is now one of the most feared and respected Shia militia leaders in Iraq, and one of Iran’s most important allies in the country. He was among the thousands of militia fighters, armed and wearing green camouflage military fatigues, who flocked to northern Iraq to battle Islamic State.

Qasem Soleimani killing: It's time for 'Iraqi response' to US drone strike, says Paramilitary chief Qais al-Khazali

<p>Iran today fired ballistic missiles on US airbases in Iraq targeting Al-Asad and Irbil.</p>

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<p>The Pentagon said Iran fired "more than a dozen" ballistic missiles.&nbsp;</p>
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<p>Iraqi's military said there were no Iraqi casualties after the&nbsp;ballistic missile strikes.</p>

<p>"Between 1:45 am and 2:15 am (2245 GMT and 2315 GMT) Iraq was hit by 22 missiles, 17 on the Ain al-Asad air base and ... five on the city of Arbil," the Iraqi military command said in a statement.</p>

<p>"There were no victims among the Iraqi forces," the Iraq military said.</p>

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<p>The US said Iran had launched missiles targeting its military and coalition forces stationed in Iraq.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"At approximately 5.30 pm (2230 GMT) on January 7, Iran launched more than a dozen ballistic missiles against US military and coalition forces in Iraq," Assistant to the Secretary of Defense for Public Affairs Jonathan Hoffman said.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/irans-slain-general-soleimani-laid-to-rest-in-hometown-kerman-272814">Also Read: Iran's slain general Soleimani laid to rest in hometown Kerman</a></p>

<p>"It is clear that these missiles were launched from Iran and targeted at least two Iraqi military bases hosting US military and coalition personnel at Al-Assad and Irbil," Hoffman added.</p>

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<p>After the missile strikes, Iran's foreign minister in a tweet said: "Iran took &amp; concluded proportionate measures in self-defense under Article 51 of UN Charter targeting base from which cowardly armed attack against our citizens and senior officials were launched."</p>

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<p>"We do not seek escalation or war, but will defend ourselves against any aggression," Zarif added.</p>

<p>Just minutes later US President Trump shot back in a tweet saying: "All is well, missiles launched from Iran at two military bases located in Iraq. Assessment of casualties &amp; damages taking place now. So far, so good!"</p>

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<p>"We have the most powerful and well-equipped military anywhere in the world, by far!"</p>

<p>Trump said he would be making a statement on Wednesday.</p>

<p>Iran had vowed revenge on the US after the assassination&nbsp;of General Qasem Soleimani who was killed in a US drone strike at Baghdad airport last week.</p>

<p>"These bases have been on high alert due to indications that the Iranian regime planned to attack our forces and interests in the region," a Pentagon spokesman said.</p>

<p>Meanwhile, the US Federal Aviation Administration(FAA) said it was banning all US-registered carriers from flying over Iraq, Iran and the Gulf after the missile attacks on US bases&nbsp;in Iraq.</p>

<p>Air France, UAE carriers Emirates Airline and low-cost Flydubai cancelled flights to Baghdad after Iran fired ballistic missiles on US bases in Iraq.</p>

<p>"We condemn this attack on Iraqi military bases hosting the coalition including British forces,"&nbsp;Britain's foreign secretary Dominic Raab said, adding, "We are concerned about reports of casualties and use of ballistic missiles."</p>

<p>Germany's defence minister Annegret Kramp-Karrenbaue joined the UK to condemn the strikes calling it an "aggression".</p>

<p>"It is now crucial that we do not allow this spiral to continue," Annegret Kramp-Karrenbauer told a television channel, adding, "it is now primarily up to the Iranians to refrain from further escalation."</p>


Iran today fired ballistic missiles on US airbases in Iraq targeting Al-Asad and Irbil. In Pics: Key facts about Al-Asad US air base in Iraq attacked by Iran The Pentagon said Iran fired "more than a dozen" ballistic missiles.

Iran today fired ballistic missiles on US airbases in Iraq targeting Al-Asad and Irbil. In Pics: Key facts about Al-Asad US air base in Iraq attacked by Iran The Pentagon said Iran fired "more than a dozen" ballistic missiles. Iraqi's military said there were no Iraqi casualties after the ballistic missile strikes. "Between 1:45 am and 2:15 am (2245 GMT and 2315 GMT) Iraq was hit by 22 missiles, 17 on the Ain al-Asad air base and ... five on the city of Arbil," the Iraqi military command said in a statement. "There were no victims among the Iraqi forces," the Iraq military said. Watch Video: The US said Iran had launched missiles targeting its military and coalition forces stationed in Iraq. "At approximately 5.30 pm (2230 GMT) on January 7, Iran launched more than a dozen ballistic missiles against US military and coalition forces in Iraq," Assistant to the Secretary of Defense for Public Affairs Jonathan Hoffman said. Also Read: Iran's slain general Soleimani laid to rest in hometown Kerman "It is clear that these missiles were launched from Iran and targeted at least two Iraqi military bases hosting US military and coalition personnel at Al-Assad and Irbil," Hoffman added. Iran took & concluded proportionate measures in self-defense under Article 51 of UN Charter targeting base from which cowardly armed attack against our citizens & senior officials were launched. We do not seek escalation or war, but will defend ourselves against any aggression. — Javad Zarif (@JZarif) January 8, 2020 × After the missile strikes, Iran's foreign minister in a tweet said: "Iran took & concluded proportionate measures in self-defense under Article 51 of UN Charter targeting base from which cowardly armed attack against our citizens and senior officials were launched." Also Read: Oil prices surge to new high after Iran attacks US bases in Iraq "We do not seek escalation or war, but will defend ourselves against any aggression," Zarif added. Just minutes later US President Trump shot back in a tweet saying: "All is well, missiles launched from Iran at two military bases located in Iraq. Assessment of casualties & damages taking place now. So far, so good!" All is well! Missiles launched from Iran at two military bases located in Iraq. Assessment of casualties & damages taking place now. So far, so good! We have the most powerful and well equipped military anywhere in the world, by far! I will be making a statement tomorrow morning. — Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) January 8, 2020 × "We have the most powerful and well-equipped military anywhere in the world, by far!" Trump said he would be making a statement on Wednesday. Iran had vowed revenge on the US after the assassination of General Qasem Soleimani who was killed in a US drone strike at Baghdad airport last week. "These bases have been on high alert due to indications that the Iranian regime planned to attack our forces and interests in the region," a Pentagon spokesman said. Meanwhile, the US Federal Aviation Administration(FAA) said it was banning all US-registered carriers from flying over Iraq, Iran and the Gulf after the missile attacks on US bases in Iraq. Air France, UAE carriers Emirates Airline and low-cost Flydubai cancelled flights to Baghdad after Iran fired ballistic missiles on US bases in Iraq. "We condemn this attack on Iraqi military bases hosting the coalition including British forces," Britain's foreign secretary Dominic Raab said, adding, "We are concerned about reports of casualties and use of ballistic missiles." Germany's defence minister Annegret Kramp-Karrenbaue joined the UK to condemn the strikes calling it an "aggression". "It is now crucial that we do not allow this spiral to continue," Annegret Kramp-Karrenbauer told a television channel, adding, "it is now primarily up to the Iranians to refrain from further escalation."

Iran fires 'more than a dozen' ballistic missiles at US bases in Iraq

Thousands have gathered to get the final glimpse of slain general Qassim Suleimaniwho was killed in the US airstrike. People were seen weeping and flying Iranian flags as the three day mourning period come to an end. As Iran mourns general Qassim's death, the US is fire fighting a blunder of monumental proportions. This has a connection with a leaked letter from the Pentagon. The letter informs the Iraqi government of America's decision to withdraw troops from the country. Watch report: #SuleimaniKilling #QassimSuleimani #SuleimaniBurial

Tears and fury on the streets Of Kerman on burial of Qassim Suleimani

Iraqi mourners held a funeral procession for militia commander Abu Mahdi al-Muhandis on January 7, who was killed by U.S. air strike at Baghdad airport. A stampede erupted at the funeral procession, killing 35 people and injuring 48 others. According to the report the stampede took place in Kerman, the hometown of Revolutionary Guard Gen. Qassim Suleimani. #WION #SuleimaniKilling #SuleimaniFuneral

35 killed, 48 injured in stampede at slain general Qassim Suleimani's funeral