Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) on Saturday (Amar 21) issued a chilling ultimatum to residents of Ras Al-Khaimah, warning of "imminent strikes" linked to the emirate's alleged role in operations against Iranian-controlled islands. It asked Ras Al-Khaimah residents to leave, warning that the city could become a target "in the near future." This comes as companies have already started evacuating the Dubai financial district amid Iranian threats against US and Israel-linked economic targets, including banks, following reported strikes on an Iranian financial institution. Reports suggest that major firms, including Citigroup, Deloitte and PwC, have either shut offices or asked employees to leave.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/us-s-oil-gambit-how-trump-is-using-iranian-crude-to-bankrupt-tehran-amid-strait-of-hormuz-blockade-in-pics-1774056598032">US's oil gambit: How Trump is using Iranian crude to bankrupt Tehran | In Pics</a><h2>Ras Al-Khaimah residents asked to evacuate</h2>In a statement, the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) warned residents of Ras Al-Khaimah to evacuate, saying that the area could become a target in the coming days. According to an Anadolu report, the group said that the imminent strikes were linked to "the use of the area in activities directed against Iranian-controlled islands".It also said earlier warnings had been sent to Emirati authorities, accusing them of pursuing a dangerous course and holding them responsible for any fallout. The Group also published an annotated evacuation map and instructed residents to use routes marked on it.

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The alert follows similar threats aimed at energy infrastructure across the Gulf, including facilities in Saudi Arabia, the UAE and Qatar. Among them is the Al-Hosn gas field in the UAE.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/mission-accomplished-trump-reveals-5-iran-war-goals-announces-surprise-exit-strategy-as-us-nears-victory-what-are-they-and-is-the-war-ending-soon-1774045708559">'Winding down': Trump sets 5 goals—what are they and is Iran war ending soon?</a><h2>Companies evacuate the Dubai financial district</h2>In Dubai’s financial centre, staff were told to evacuate offices in DIFC and Oud Metha, according to an AFP report citing people familiar with the matter. Others followed, quietly clearing out workspaces through the day. Meanwhile, British consulting group PwC has moved to close offices across multiple Gulf countries for the rest of the week, calling it a "precaution".<h2>Iran's expanding target list</h2>Iran’s central command, Khatam Al-Anbiya, in a statement claimed to have a "free rein" to target economic centres tied to the United States and Israel. "The enemy has given us free rein to target economic centres and banks belonging to the United States and the Zionist regime," it said, urging civilians across the region to stay at least one kilometre away from banks. In recent days, targets have extended beyond military sites. Airports, ports, hotels and commercial hubs have all come under threat or attack.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 has issued an evacuation warning for Ras Al-Khaimah as tensions continue to rise on Day 22 of the US-Israel-Iran war. The IRGC has warned of imminent strikes "in the near future," triggering panic across the UAE. Scroll to see what’s unfolding.

Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) on Saturday (Amar 21) issued a chilling ultimatum to residents of Ras Al-Khaimah, warning of "imminent strikes" linked to the emirate's alleged role in operations against Iranian-controlled islands. It asked Ras Al-Khaimah residents to leave, warning that the city could become a target "in the near future." This comes as companies have already started evacuating the Dubai financial district amid Iranian threats against US and Israel-linked economic targets, including banks, following reported strikes on an Iranian financial institution. Reports suggest that major firms, including Citigroup, Deloitte and PwC, have either shut offices or asked employees to leave. Also read | US's oil gambit: How Trump is using Iranian crude to bankrupt Tehran | In Pics Ras Al-Khaimah residents asked to evacuate In a statement, the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) warned residents of Ras Al-Khaimah to evacuate, saying that the area could become a target in the coming days. According to an Anadolu report, the group said that the imminent strikes were linked to "the use of the area in activities directed against Iranian-controlled islands". It also said earlier warnings had been sent to Emirati authorities, accusing them of pursuing a dangerous course and holding them responsible for any fallout. The Group also published an annotated evacuation map and instructed residents to use routes marked on it.

Iran has issued an evacuation warning for Ras Al-Khaimah as tensions continue to rise on Day 22 of the US-Israel-Iran war. The IRGC has warned of imminent strikes "in the near future," triggering panic across the UAE. Scroll to see what’s unfolding.

IRGC warns Ras Al-Khaimah residents to evacuate — why is Iran threatening UAE and what happens next?

Iran war day 21: US President Donald Trump declares a 30-day waiver on Iranian oil. With 140 million barrels of oil unlocked, does this mean the end of the global energy crisis? How will this bankrupt Tehran? All you need to know.

US's oil gambit: How Trump is using Iranian crude to bankrupt Tehran amid Strait of Hormuz blockade | In Pics

In a high-stakes gambit to break the global energy crisis, the Donald Trump administration has issued a shock 30-day sanctions waiver, seeking to flood the market with 140 million barrels of stranded Iranian oil. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent confirmed the move on Friday (Mar 20), stating that the US will effectively "use Iranian barrels against Tehran" to drive down prices as the Iran War enters its 22nd day. By unlocking oil currently, allegedly being "hoarded by China on the cheap," Washington aims to provide a massive 440-million-barrel cushion to the global market, undercutting Iran’s leverage over the Strait of Hormuz while ensuring the "head of the snake" remains financially strangled.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/mission-accomplished-trump-reveals-5-iran-war-goals-announces-surprise-exit-strategy-as-us-nears-victory-what-are-they-and-is-the-war-ending-soon-1774045708559">'Winding down': Trump sets 5 goals—what are they and is Iran war ending soon?</a><h2>The 140 Million Barrel Surge: How the US is Using Iranian Oil to Bankrupt Tehran</h2>Taking to X, Trump's treasury secretary confirmed that the US was issuing a "narrowly tailored, short-term authorisation permitting the sale of Iranian oil currently stranded at sea."Calling Iran the "head of the snake for global terrorism," he claimed Operation Epic Fury was closer to winning the critical fight than previously anticipated. Scott Bessent revealed that America plans to use "Iranian barrels against Tehran to keep the price down".By his estimates, this move will flood the global crude market with approximately 140 million barrels of oil. This, he said, would relieve the "temporary pressures on supply caused by Iran". Since the start of the US-Israel-Iran war, Iran has effectively closed the shipping channel through which over one-fifth of global oil and one-quarter of liquefied natural gas (LNG) pass daily. This has led to the price of a barrel of North Sea Brent crude to skyrocket to $112.19 on Friday, up 3.26 per cent.The Trump aide noted Iran will not be able to access any revenue generated from this oil, effectively emptying Tehran's oil coffers, while denying it any money in return. "The United States will continue to maintain maximum pressure on Iran and its ability to access the international financial system," he added.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-we-don-t-use-it-trump-demands-other-nations-need-to-guard-strait-of-hormuz-says-us-considering-winding-down-military-operations-in-iran-1774043538465">‘US does not!’ Trump refuses to guard Strait of Hormuz amid Iran war</a><h2>Targeting the 'China Discount': Why Trump is Ending Beijing’s Cheap Energy Monopoly</h2>According to Beesent's X post, as the global markets battle soaring oil prices, China has been hoarding Iranian oil "on the cheap". By waiving off the sanctions on Iranian oil, the US is effectively flooding the market with millions of barrels of oil, temporarily bringing down the oil prices.He noted that the waiver is strictly applicable "to oil that is already in transit and does not allow new purchases or production".&nbsp;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.

US announced a 30-day "waiver" allowing the sale of Iranian crude already loaded on vessels (as of March 20). The goal? Release 140 million barrels immediately to stabilise a market rattled by Strait of Hormuz closure. The Catch: Iran is blocked from accessing the revenue.

In a high-stakes gambit to break the global energy crisis, the Donald Trump administration has issued a shock 30-day sanctions waiver, seeking to flood the market with 140 million barrels of stranded Iranian oil. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent confirmed the move on Friday (Mar 20), stating that the US will effectively "use Iranian barrels against Tehran" to drive down prices as the Iran War enters its 22nd day. By unlocking oil currently, allegedly being "hoarded by China on the cheap," Washington aims to provide a massive 440-million-barrel cushion to the global market, undercutting Iran’s leverage over the Strait of Hormuz while ensuring the "head of the snake" remains financially strangled. Also read | 'Winding down': Trump sets 5 goals—what are they and is Iran war ending soon? The 140 Million Barrel Surge: How the US is Using Iranian Oil to Bankrupt Tehran Taking to X, Trump's treasury secretary confirmed that the US was issuing a "narrowly tailored, short-term authorisation permitting the sale of Iranian oil currently stranded at sea." Calling Iran the "head of the snake for global terrorism," he claimed Operation Epic Fury was closer to winning the critical fight than previously anticipated. Scott Bessent revealed that America plans to use "Iranian barrels against Tehran to keep the price down". By his estimates, this move will flood the global crude market with approximately 140 million barrels of oil. This, he said, would relieve the "temporary pressures on supply caused by Iran". Since the start of the US-Israel-Iran war, Iran has effectively closed the shipping channel through which over one-fifth of global oil and one-quarter of liquefied natural gas (LNG) pass daily. This has led to the price of a barrel of North Sea Brent crude to skyrocket to $112.19 on Friday, up 3.26 per cent. The Trump aide noted Iran will not be able to access any revenue generated from this oil, effectively emptying Tehran's oil coffers, while denying it any money in return. "The United States will continue to maintain maximum pressure on Iran and its ability to access the international financial system," he added. Also read | ‘US does not!’ Trump refuses to guard Strait of Hormuz amid Iran war Targeting the 'China Discount': Why Trump is Ending Beijing’s Cheap Energy Monopoly According to Beesent's X post, as the global markets battle soaring oil prices, China has been hoarding Iranian oil "on the cheap". By waiving off the sanctions on Iranian oil, the US is effectively flooding the market with millions of barrels of oil, temporarily bringing down the oil prices. He noted that the waiver is strictly applicable "to oil that is already in transit and does not allow new purchases or production". 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.

US announced a 30-day "waiver" allowing the sale of Iranian crude already loaded on vessels (as of March 20). The goal? Release 140 million barrels immediately to stabilise a market rattled by Strait of Hormuz closure. The Catch: Iran is blocked from accessing the revenue.

'Using their barrels against them': Trump floods market with Iranian oil to crash global prices, issues 30-day sanctions waiver

Is America's "Epic Fury" against Iran nearing its endgame? On Friday (Mar 20), US President Donald Trump sent shockwaves through global markets by announcing he is considering "winding down" military operations, claiming the US is "very close" to meeting its victory plan. On Truth Social, the POTUS laid out five "objectives" that the US has achieved or is "close to meeting". What are they? Here's all you need to know.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-we-don-t-use-it-trump-demands-other-nations-need-to-guard-strait-of-hormuz-says-us-considering-winding-down-military-operations-in-iran-1774043538465">‘US does not!’ Trump signals America mulling 'winding down' in Iran, refuses to guard Strait of Hormuz</a><h2>Breaking down the “five objectives” laid out by Trump</h2>US President Donald Trump hinted that Washington may be nearing the end of its military campaign against Iran. In a post on Truth Social, Trump claimed the US was “very close” to achieving its goals and was now considering “winding down” operations in the region. At the centre of his message was a clear checklist or five “objectives,” as he framed them. Let's break them down.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/proof-of-life-or-archive-footage-iran-releases-first-video-of-mojtaba-khamenei-amid-injury-and-disfigurement-rumours-watch-1773987130959">Proof of life or archive footage? Iran releases first video of Mojtaba Khamenei amid injury and 'disfigurement' rumours | Watch</a>The first, Trump said, was to “completely degrade” Iran’s missile capabilities, including “launchers, and everything else pertaining to them”. The second objective, Trump said, was the destruction of Iran’s defence industrial base, the backbone that sustains its military production. The third deals with more direct military targets: “Eliminating Iran’s navy and air force, along with anti-aircraft systems,” wrote. Trump's fourth objective is nothing new, and is something the US has repeated for years: ensuring Iran never manages “to get even close to Nuclear Capability”, while maintaining the US's ability to respond “quickly and powerfully” if it does. And finally, protecting key US allies in the Middle East. Trump named Israel, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, the United Arab Emirates, Bahrain and Kuwait among those Washington aims to shield.

Notably, Trump's post includes no immediate timeline and no confirmation of how close the five targets are to being achieved.&nbsp;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 Trump preparing to end the Iran war? He says the US is “very close” to victory. But here’s the twist: he has outlined 5 key goals that need to be achieved. Is America's mission almost done, or is this an exit strategy as US burns through nearly $2 billion a day? Scroll to see what’s next.

Is America's "Epic Fury" against Iran nearing its endgame? On Friday (Mar 20), US President Donald Trump sent shockwaves through global markets by announcing he is considering "winding down" military operations, claiming the US is "very close" to meeting its victory plan. On Truth Social, the POTUS laid out five "objectives" that the US has achieved or is "close to meeting". What are they? Here's all you need to know. Also read | ‘US does not!’ Trump signals America mulling 'winding down' in Iran, refuses to guard Strait of Hormuz Breaking down the “five objectives” laid out by Trump US President Donald Trump hinted that Washington may be nearing the end of its military campaign against Iran. In a post on Truth Social, Trump claimed the US was “very close” to achieving its goals and was now considering “winding down” operations in the region. At the centre of his message was a clear checklist or five “objectives,” as he framed them. Let's break them down. Also read | Proof of life or archive footage? Iran releases first video of Mojtaba Khamenei amid injury and 'disfigurement' rumours | Watch The first, Trump said, was to “completely degrade” Iran’s missile capabilities, including “launchers, and everything else pertaining to them”. The second objective, Trump said, was the destruction of Iran’s defence industrial base, the backbone that sustains its military production. The third deals with more direct military targets: “Eliminating Iran’s navy and air force, along with anti-aircraft systems,” wrote. Trump's fourth objective is nothing new, and is something the US has repeated for years: ensuring Iran never manages “to get even close to Nuclear Capability”, while maintaining the US's ability to respond “quickly and powerfully” if it does. And finally, protecting key US allies in the Middle East. Trump named Israel, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, the United Arab Emirates, Bahrain and Kuwait among those Washington aims to shield.

Is Trump preparing to end the Iran war? He says the US is “very close” to victory. But here’s the twist: he has outlined 5 key goals that need to be achieved. Is America's mission almost done, or is this an exit strategy as US burns through nearly $2 billion a day? Scroll to see what’s next.

Trump announces surprise exit strategy, reveals 5 Iran war goals US 'very close to meeting' — what are they, and is the war ending soon?

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