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Fresh intelligence assessments indicate thatIran is maintaining firm control over the Strait of Hormuz, using it as a strategic pressure point in its ongoing standoff with the United States.

According to multiple sources, Tehran is unlikely to fully restore normal movement through the crucial maritime corridor anytime soon. Instead, it is carefully managing vessel traffic, allowing selective passage while restricting others to influence global oil supply and prices.

Iran Tightens Grip on Strait of Hormuz With Controlled Shipping Corridor

Iran shifts to 'forgotten' oil port amid war. Report says volume of oil stored at Jask port terminal increased.


Iran Shifts to 'Forgotten' Oil Port, Report: Volume of Oil Stored at Jask Port Terminal Increased

Pope Leo XIV carried a wooden cross for all of the 14 stations of the Way of the Cross at the Colosseum on his first Good Friday as pontiff, marking the first time in decades that a pope carried the cross to every station.

“I think it will be an important sign because of what the pope represents, a spiritual leader in the world today, and for this voice, that everyone wants to hear, that says Christ still suffers,” Leo told reporters this week outside of the papal retreat at Castel Gandolfo. “I carry all of this suffering in my prayer.”

Pope Leo XIV Leads Good Friday Procession

Iran is employing a calculated, calibrated strategy to tighten control over the Strait of Hormuz, using its Revolutionary Guard to disrupt commercial shipping and demand passage fees. This "toll gate" approach, combined with threats to block traffic, impacts 20% of global oil, driving up fuel prices and creating severe global energy disruption. 


Iran's Calculated Strategy: Hormuz Strait Tensions Spark Global Alarm 

Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has launched multiple waves of "Operation True Promise 4," a sustained retaliatory campaign involving massive drone and missile strikes, including Qiam, Fath, and Khyber Shikan missiles. The strikes have targeted Israeli military sites, cities like Tel Aviv and Haifa, and U.S. assets in the region. 


Israel-Iran War: New Wave of Iran's 'Operation True Promise 4'

The downing of two US warplanes in a single day has jolted the nearly five-week-long conflict with Iran, exposing fresh vulnerabilities and triggering a high-risk hunt for a missing American pilot believed to be on the run inside hostile territory. The incidents, confirmed by both US and Iranian officials, mark the first time American aircraft have been brought down in the war, sharply contradicting claims of air superiority and pushing tensions into a more dangerous phase.


Iran: Two US Jets Shot Down in Rapid Succession, Search Ops Continue

Ma ​Xingrui, a member of China's elite Politburo who had risen rapidly through the ranks after ‌working as a rocket scientist, is under investigation over suspected "serious violation of law and discipline".
China is stepping up its years-long fight to root out corruption with the purge of sitting members of the Politburo, the ruling Communist Party's decision-making body, with Ma ​the third member targeted in the past six months.

Xi Jinping Ousts Third Politburo Member in Deepening Purge of China’s Top Ranks

A US fighter jet has been shot down over Iran, marking a major escalation in the ongoing conflict. US officials have confirmed the incident, with a high-risk search-and-rescue operation underway for the crew. Reports suggest one member may have been rescued while another remains missing, as tensions rise and the situation on the ground remains highly volatile.


US-Iran War: US Fighter Jet Downed Over Iran, Search On For Missing Crew

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Tensions between Iran and the United States have sharply escalated, with an IRGC commander issuing a chilling warning to US officials and Tehran claiming a strike on a US base in Saudi Arabia. Donald Trump has threatened heavy retaliation, while Iranian leaders vow to fight back if attacked. The exchange of threats signals a dangerous phase, raising fears of wider conflict across the Middle East.


US-Iran War: IRGC Threatens, Claims Strike On US Base As War Rhetoric Intensifies 

U.S. President Donald Trump is set to address the nation with a major update on the ongoing Iran conflict, while doubling down on his criticism of NATO allies. Frustrated over lack of support, Trump has hinted at a possible U.S. exit from NATO, calling the alliance ineffective during the war. As tensions with Iran continue and diplomatic talks remain uncertain, this address could signal a major shift in U.S. foreign policy.

U.S. President Donald Trump Amplifies His Stance On NATO And Talks With Iran

The conflict between Iran and Israel continues to escalate, with both sides launching fresh strikes and counter-strikes across multiple fronts. What began as targeted military operations has now evolved into a sustained exchange of missile and drone attacks.


Iran War: Israel And Iran Continue to Trade Strikes And Counter-Strikes

Russia has launched a massive daytime drone assault on Ukraine, deploying over 360 drones in one of the largest coordinated attacks in recent months. Ukrainian defenses scrambled to intercept the wave, as the strike highlights an escalation in aerial warfare tactics. The attack raises fresh concerns over civilian safety, infrastructure damage, and the evolving nature of the Russia-Ukraine conflict.

Russia Launches 360 Drones In Mass Daylight Assault On Ukraine

The Iran Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has launched a new wave of missile attacks, including Qiam ballistic missiles, targeting positions linked to Israel and its allies. The latest phase of Operation True Promise involved a multi‑missile barrage aimed at striking command centers, communications networks, and air defence systems across the region. Qiam missiles, known for their improved guidance and radar‑evasive design, are among the systems deployed in this escalating conflict.

Iran Unleashes Deadly New Qiam Missiles In Latest Attack Targeting Israel

Italy refused authorisation for some US aircraft headed to the Middle East on a combat mission to land at its Sigonella base, a defence ministry source and Italian media said Tuesday.
Under the terms of agreements with the United States, some Italian bases can be used by US military aircraft, but only for logistical purposes. The decision came against a backdrop of tensions between Washington and some of its European allies over the war in Iran.
On Monday, Spain said it had closed its airspace to U.S. planes involved in attacks on Iran, a step beyond its previous refusal ​to allow the use of ​jointly operated military bases.

Italy Has Reportedly Disallowed Some US Aircraft  From Using Its Base in Sicily

Reports indicate US forces used the combat-untested Precision Strike Missile (PrSM) during strikes on Iran on February 28, 2026, with1,2] a missile hitting civilian infrastructure, including a school and sports hall, near Lamerd. The Lockheed Martin-developed weapon is designed to replace ATACMS. 


US Forces Are Reportedly Using Untested PrSM Missile in Strikes Against Iran

Naval officers from across the Indian Ocean gathered in the southern Indian city of Kochi last week for a major table-top exercise aimed at tackling growing maritime threats. The Indian Navy hosted the IONS Maritime Exercise (IMEX) Table-Top Exercise 2026 on 27 March at the Maritime Warfare Centre in Southern Naval Command. Delegates sat around simulation screens rather than heading out to sea, working through imaginary crises in a safe but realistic setting.


Indian Navy Hosts I.O.N.S Maritime Table-Top Exercise 2026

U.S. President Donald Trump sparked controversy at a Saudi‑backed investment forum by making a crude comment about Mohammed bin Salman, saying the crown prince hadn’t expected to “be kissing my a**,” highlighting a dramatically blunt tone in discussing the longtime Gulf leader.


Riyadh: Trump’s Crude Remarks on Saudi Prince While Speaking at Saudi-US Investment Forum

Iran on Sunday named US Navy Officers Commander Leigh R Tate and Executive Officer Jeffrey E York of the USS Spruance, as responsible for a missile strike on a school in Minab which claimed 168 lives.
According to a post shared by Iran, the officers ordered the launch of Tomahawk missiles three times.

US-Iran War: Iran Names US Officials Allegedly Behind Deadly Minab School Strike |

The Pentagon is preparing for weeks of ground operations in Iran, U.S. officials said, as thousands of American soldiers and Marines arrive in the Middle East for what could become a dangerous new phase of the war should President Donald Trump choose to escalate.


Reports: Pentagon Prepares For Weeks of Ground Operations in Iran

Tensions in West Asia are hitting a boiling point as the United States ramps up its military presence, deploying nearly 3,500 personnel aboard the USS Tripoli. One month into the Israel-US war with Iran, Tehran’s leadership is issuing chilling warnings, claiming their forces are “waiting” for American ground troops.

With Iranian officials like Ghalibaf openly threatening retaliation and the US reinforcing its position, fears of a full-scale ground invasion are growing. Is Iran truly prepared for a direct confrontation, or is this a high-stakes war of words before a larger escalation?

US-Iran War: Iran Says Its Forces Are 'Waiting' for US Troops, Warns to Target USS Abraham Lincoln 

Yemen’s Iran-aligned Houthis have entered the conflict, launching their first confirmed missile attack on Israel. The strike marks a significant escalation, opening a new front in the war and raising fears of a wider regional confrontation. Israel says it intercepted the incoming threat as tensions continue to surge across West Asia.


Israel Hits Iran's Steel Plants, Economic Warfare Intensifies 

Reports indicate that interceptor missile stockpiles in both the United States and Israel are under immense strain due to prolonged conflict with Iran. Military analysts warn this could impact defensive capabilities and require urgent resupply or production increases as regional tensions escalate.

US-Iran War: U.S. And Israel's Interceptor Stockpiles Are Reportedly Under Immense Strain

Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has launched its 82nd wave of missile and drone strikes targeting Israeli and allied positions as part of the ongoing Israel‑Iran war, in one of the longest series of coordinated barrages since the conflict began. The latest offensive includes ballistic missiles, UAVs, and drones aimed at military and strategic targets, forcing Israeli air defences to respond amid heightened regional tensions. 


Israel-Iran War | IRGC Launches 82nd Wave of Missiles, Drone Strikes

The Pentagon is reportedly considering redirecting military aid and weapons originally destined for Ukraine to support operations in the Middle East as the Iran war strains U.S. munitions stockpiles. The move underscores the tough trade‑offs Washington faces between backing Ukraine and sustaining combat efforts in the region.

U.S. Department of War Mulling Over Diverting Ukraine Aid for War in Iran

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