Iran's Parliamentary Speaker Ghalibaf Criticises Trump; Says 'US Planning Ground Attack'

Iran's Parliamentary Speaker Ghalibaf Criticizes Trump; Says 'US Planning Ground Attack'

U.S. Vice President JD Vance has said American forces will exit the Iran war soon, stressing that most military objectives have already been achieved. Speaking in an interview, Vance described the conflict as short-term and said Washington is not seeking a prolonged presence.

Vance also linked the timeline for withdrawal to stabilising fuel prices, calling recent increases a temporary effect of the conflict. He reiterated that U.S. President Donald Trump intends to wrap up operations after securing long-term objectives.

The remarks come as Trump has extended a deadline for Iran linked to tensions around the Strait of Hormuz, a key global energy corridor.

Iran-US War: US VP Says Exit From Iran War Soon | WION

Foreign ministers from Egypt and Turkey have arrived in Pakistan for regional talks aimed at addressing the Iran conflict. Badr Abdelatty and Hakan Fidan are set to join discussions in Islamabad focused on de-escalation efforts.

Pakistan is hosting the talks as part of a broader diplomatic push to ease tensions and explore possible negotiations linked to the ongoing war involving Iran.

US-Iran War: Egypt, Turkey FMs Arrive In Pakistan For Iran War Talks | WION

Thousands of protesters rallied across Greece, including in Athens, against U.S.-Israeli strikes on Iran. Demonstrators marched from parliament towards the U.S. embassy, voicing opposition to the war and Greece’s involvement.

Protesters gathered in multiple cities, carrying banners and chanting slogans against the conflict, as anti-war sentiment grows across Europe.

US-Iran War: Thousands Protest Across Greece Against Iran War, March To US Embassy | WION

Pakistan’s foreign minister says Iran has agreed to allow 20 Pakistani-flagged vessels to pass through the Strait of Hormuz, with two ships permitted daily under the arrangement.

The move follows earlier disruptions in the key maritime corridor and is being seen as a step towards easing tensions in one of the world’s most critical energy shipping routes.

US-Iran War: Pakistan Ships Cleared To Transit Hormuz Strait After Iran Nod | WION

Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has warned that U.S. and Israeli universities in West Asia could be considered “legitimate targets” following a strike on a Tehran university.

The warning follows reports that the Iran University of Science and Technology was hit in alleged U.S.-Israeli strikes.

The IRGC has also urged Washington to condemn the attacks, warning of escalation if its demands are not met.

Iran-US War: IRGC Warns US, Israeli Universities After Tehran University Strike | WION

U.S. President Donald Trump made a crude remark about Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman during a speech at an investment summit in Miami. Trump framed the comment as an assertion of U.S. leverage over Saudi Arabia.

The remarks, delivered at a high-profile investor event, combined praise with a taunt directed at the Saudi leadership, drawing attention to Washington-Riyadh ties.

US-Iran War: Trump Says Saudi Crown Prince ‘Kissing My A’ At Miami Summit | WION

A Reuters/Ipsos poll has found that President Donald Trump’s approval rating has fallen in recent days to its lowest point since he returned to the White House in January, 2025. The widespread disapproval of the war he launched on Iran is the one statistic that stands out.

The survey found that 61% disapproved of the strikes on Iran, compared to 59% last week. Only 35% of Americans approve of the US strikes on Iran. This is down from 37% in a Reuters/Ipsos poll conducted last ​week.

Americans Rate Trump's Handling of Iran War, Presidency, Economy

U.S. President Donald Trump has called for Israel and Saudi Arabia to normalise ties once the Iran war ends, reviving efforts to expand the Abraham Accords.

Trump said it was “time” for the two regional powers to formalise relations following the conflict, as Washington pushes for a broader diplomatic reset in the Middle East.

However, Saudi Arabia’s position on the need for a credible path towards a Palestinian state remains a key hurdle to any normalisation deal.

The push comes amid ongoing war dynamics and shifting regional alignments.

US-Iran War: Trump Pushes Israel-Saudi Normalisation After Iran War, Eyes Abraham Accords | WION

U.S. President Donald Trump has said the United States is meeting its objectives in the ongoing Iran conflict, now in its fourth week.

His remarks come as U.S. Central Command reports that more than 300 American service members have been wounded since the war began, with most injuries described as minor and many troops already returned to duty.

The update follows an Iranian strike on a Saudi base that injured U.S. personnel and damaged military assets, underscoring the continued risks faced by American forces in the region.

The conflict began on February 28 with U.S.-Israel strikes on Iran, triggering sustained retaliation across the Middle East.

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A missile strike has hit Tel Aviv, killing one person and injuring several others, according to Israeli authorities.

Police said the attack targeted a populated civilian area, with security forces responding at the site.

Authorities are collecting fragments from what is believed to be a ballistic missile as investigations continue.

Iran Strikes Back: Missile Strike Hits Tel Aviv, One Killed | WION

U.S. President Donald Trump has referred to the Strait of Hormuz as the “Strait of Trump” while urging Iran to reopen the critical global oil shipping route.

Trump said Iran was “not the bully any longer” and called for immediate restoration of traffic through the waterway, which remains central to global energy flows.

The Strait of Hormuz remains a key chokepoint for global oil shipments, with tensions in the region continuing to affect international markets.

Iran-US War: Trump Calls Strait Of Hormuz ‘Strait Of Trump’, Urges Iran To Reopen Route | WION

Protests have erupted in Turkey over restrictions at the Al Aqsa mosque, with hundreds rallying in Ankara.

Demonstrators called for the protection of Muslim prayer rights amid anger over the reported closure.

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan said the right to pray cannot be banned, condemning the restrictions.


Turkey Protests Erupt Over Al Aqsa Closure, Erdogan Slams Prayer Ban | WION

Reports say U.S. and Israeli forces struck Iran’s Isfahan nuclear research complex, killing at least 26 people and damaging infrastructure amid the ongoing Iran war. The attack on a sensitive nuclear site has raised regional tensions and drawn international concern over nuclear safety and conflict escalation.

US-Israel Strike Iran | Iran: 26 Killed in U.S.‑Israel Strike on Isfahan Nuclear Complex

U.S. Senator Marco Rubio warns that Iran may set up a toll for ships passing through the strategic Strait of Hormuz amid its ongoing closure and rising tensions. Experts say this “toll booth” system could disrupt global oil flows and further strain maritime trade.

Breaking: Rubio Says Iran May Impose Toll on Strait of Hormuz Shipping

Israel Defence Minister Israel Katz announced that IDF will intensify its strikes on Iran. This came after Tehran continued its retaliatory attacks on Tel Aviv as well as U.S. bases in West Asia. On the other hand, IRGC reiterated that Strait of Hormuz will remain closed to U.S. and its allies.

Israel Attacks Isfahan Which Houses Nuclear Site, Tehran Issues Hormuz Warning

From diplomacy to deployment, signs of a further escalation in West Asia are growing stronger. As talks stall, U.S, Iran and Israel are shoring up its forces raising fears of a further prolonger war.


US-Iran War: Iran Ready With 1 Million Soldiers, IDF 'Could Collapse' Says Israeli Army Chief

Sustained Iranian air strikes are forcing US troops to withdraw or reduce presence at multiple bases across West Asia. From Kuwait to the UAE, repeated attacks have damaged infrastructure, destroyed key assets and disrupted operations.  Iran's Revolutionary Guards warned civilians across the Middle East to stay away from areas near US forces. US soldiers who have been forced into hiding in hotels across the Gulf after strikes on military sites are now on Iran's radar. Iran's military has now warned that hotels sheltering American troops would be targeted as well.

US Troops Flee Iran Fire | Attacks Force U.S. Troops to Work Remotely

#Gravitas First, it was 48 hours, then 5 days, and now 10 days. U.S. President Donald Trump has once again paused strikes on Iran's energy infrastructure. Trump now says the strikes have been pushed to April 6 unless Iran meets American demands. 

US-Iran War: Trump Postpones Strikes on Iran's Energy Plants Again 

Amid the ongoing Israel–Iran war, reports suggest Israel’s military chief has warned Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of serious strain on the IDF, citing manpower shortages and operational pressure. The warning highlights concerns over long-term readiness as the conflict expands across multiple fronts and intensifies regional tensions.

Israel-Iran War: Israel's Chief of Staff Cautions Netanyahu of Potential IDF Collapse

Israel has launched a fresh wave of airstrikes targeting military infrastructure in Tehran and Isfahan, marking a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict. Reports indicate multiple sites were hit as part of efforts to weaken Iran’s capabilities, raising fears of further retaliation and wider regional instability.

Breaking: Israel Carries Out Fresh Wave of Strikes on Tehran, Isfahan 

Iran has launched waves of missiles and drones targeting Israel and U.S. military assets across the Persian Gulf amid ongoing conflict. Several Gulf states reported interceptions, with heightened tensions affecting regional security and global markets. The strikes mark a serious escalation in the war.

US-Iran War: Iran Fires Missiles & Drones at Israel and U.S. Assets in the Gulf 

Reports and open‑source investigations suggest the United States military has deployed BLU‑91/B scatterable anti‑tank mines near Shiraz in southern Iran amid the ongoing conflict. Images show the mines dispersed close to a missile site, drawing concern over civilian danger and escalation in tactics

US-Iran War | Reports: U.S. Deployed Blu-91/b Anti-tank Mines in Iran

Reports and images suggest the United States military has scattered BLU‑91/B scatterable anti‑tank mines near Shiraz during the Iran conflict. The deployment - believed linked to disrupting Iranian missile facilities -has raised concerns over civilian danger and broader escalation in the region.

US-Iran War | Reports: U.S. Dropped Blu-91/b Mines Near Shiraz 

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