US-Israel-Iran war Highlights | Wall Street jumps as Iran expresses ‘will’ to end war

Spain’s prime minister, Pedro Sanchez, has warned that Israel’s new death penalty law instructing military courts to impose the death penalty on Palestinians convicted of killing Israelis in acts of “terror” applies only to non-Jews, describing it as “another step toward apartheid”.
 

Ten European countries, including France and the United Kingdom, Tuesday urged all sides to ensure the safety of the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon after three peacekeepers were killed in recent days.

France 'surprised' by Trump criticism over US military overflights: Macron's office

Iran’s IRGC issued a warning against 18 American technology companies, including Microsoft, Apple, Google, Intel and Boeing, stating they would be considered legitimate targets in response to what it described as terrorist operations carried out by the US and Israel.

Gen Dan Caine said the US military has struck more than 11,000 targets over the past 29 days, as operations against Iran continue to intensify. He stated that forces are working to degrade and destroy Iran’s capabilities, with ongoing strikes targeting key manufacturing and research sites. Caine also said the US military has taken out over 150 ships in Iran’s navy, underscoring the scale of the campaign.

Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi warned of what he described as false-flag operations aimed at undermining regional ties during a call with his Turkish counterpart.

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said he visited US Central Command over the weekend and met with troops, though he declined to share which bases he traveled to.

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the United States will ensure the Strait of Hormuz remains open and warned NATO may need to be re-examined after some allies denied airspace and basing access.

Qatar said on Tuesday (March 31) that the future of the Strait of Hormuz is “primarily a regional” one that needs to be resolved by “regional consensus.”

US President Donald Trump urged countries facing jet fuel shortages due to disruption in the Strait of Hormuz to secure supplies themselves, while criticising the UK's stance on the conflict with Iran.

An Iranian lawmaker said Tehran is ready for a potential ground conflict with the US, according to Iranian media. Ahmad Bakhshayesh Ardestani said Iran has strong ground forces and is “waiting for a ground conflict to show the peak of our power.”

At least 4,770 members of the IRGC, Basij, and police have been killed since the start of the war in attacks by Israel and the United States, Iran International has learned.

Russia’s Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said on Tuesday that US plans for regime change in Iran and Venezuela were aimed at gaining control over oil and gas resources.

Rome has denied US military aircraft bound for the Middle East permission to land at Naval Air Station Sigonella in Sicily, according to reports from Corriere della Sera. The refusal, reportedly due to a lack of prior coordination, has fueled a diplomatic crisis with Washington. Secretary of State Marco Rubio intensified the friction on Monday, warned that the US may "reassess" its NATO commitments once the war with Iran concludes, signaling a potential shift in the trans-Atlantic security architecture.

UAE said its defence systems are dealing with missile and drone threats from Iran.

The average retail price of gasoline across the United States rose above $4 per gallon on Monday for the first time in over three years, according to data from GasBuddy. The increase comes as the ongoing US-Israeli conflict with Iran continues to disrupt global energy markets.

The last time fuel prices hit this level was in August 2022, shortly after Russia invaded Ukraine, and analysts often view the $4 mark as a psychological threshold for consumers. Rising costs of various goods, including crude oil used in gasoline production, have been driven in part by Iran’s effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global trade route, according to a report in the Reuters.

A Kuwaiti oil tanker struck near Dubai on Tuesday was transporting around 2 million barrels of crude oil sourced from Kuwait and Saudi Arabia, according to data from Lloyd’s and TankerTrackers, as reported by a news agency.

Pakistan’s Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar has visited China as Islamabad intensifies its efforts to play a mediating role in the conflict. During the visit, Dar held talks with his Chinese counterpart Wang Yi, focusing on regional tensions, the situation in Iran, and bilateral relations. According to China’s Foreign Ministry, both countries share aligned views on key international and regional matters.

China expressed deep concern over the destruction of historical sites during the conflict and urged all parties, particularly the US and Israel, to immediately stop military actions. It also strongly opposed any attacks on nuclear facilities. Beijing stated it would continue working to ease tensions and promote peace, and it thanked concerned parties for assisting Chinese vessels navigating the Strait of Hormuz, noting that three of its ships have recently passed through the area, according to the report in the Al Jazeera.

Iran has executed two individuals accused of links to the opposition group Mujahideen-e Khalq Organisation (MKO). Officials said the two were involved in multiple operations in Tehran, according to the ISNA news agency.

One Palestinian has been killed in an Israeli strike in northern Gaza. According to the Wafa news agency, the attack targeted a group of civilians in Jabalia, leaving one person dead and several others injured.

Two container ships operated by COSCO Shipping have successfully crossed the Strait of Hormuz and exited the Gulf, according to ship tracking data.

Iran’s ISNA news agency reported an attack on the city of Mahallat in the Markazi province last night, claiming that 11 people were killed and 15 others were injured. Three residential units in Mahallat city were “directly hit by projectiles”, causing significant damage, it said.

Iran has arrested two people accused of sending information about sensitive locations to US-Israeli spy services, according to the Tasnim news agency.

After visuals showed massive explosion in Iran's Isfahan, multiple power outages in the capital Tehran was reported

The Pentagon is set to hold a press briefing about the war in Iran today at 6.30 pm (IST). Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs Gen. Dan Caine is slated to address the media

The Saudi Ministry of Defense said that the drones were intercepted and destroyed over the past hours. Earlier, the ministry said it had intercepted eight ballistic missiles launched towards Riyadh and the Eastern Province

An Iranian aeroplane being readied for a humanitarian run to India was damaged Monday (Mar 30) in what officials are claiming was a US airstrike on Mashhad airport. In a post on X, the Iranian embassy in India slammed the attack as “a war crime and a clear violation of international law” READ MORE

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said that the conflict has crossed the halfway mark in terms of objectives. However, he stopped short of committing to any timeline for when the fighting might end. "It's definitely beyond the halfway point. But I don't want to put a schedule on it," Netanyahu told conservative US broadcaster Newsmax 

US President Donald Trump has reportedly told his aides that he is willing to end the US military campaign against Iran even if the Strait of Hormuz remains largely closed. Find out more here

Massive explosions rocked the city of Isfahan in Iran in the early hours of Tuesday, according to media reports. Donald Trump shared a video showing a series of blasts triggering fires, turning the sky orange.. READ MORE

France requested an emergency meeting of the United Nations Security Council after three UN peacekeepers were killed in Lebanon over the past 24 hours.

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Qatar’s Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, and Jordan’s King Abdullah II condemned Iranian attacks on regional civilian infrastructure during a summit in Jeddah.

Hezbollah claimed responsibility for a second attack on Israel’s largest oil refinery, Bazan, in Haifa, which sparked a fire.

Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei denied engaging in talks with the US, stating that Tehran only received “requests for talks” via intermediaries.

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio told Al Jazeera that President Donald Trump prefers diplomacy but warned Iran of “real consequences” over the partial closure of the Strait of Hormuz.

Kuwait Petroleum Corporation reported that an Iranian strike on the Al-Salmi oil tanker at Dubai Port caused a fire and warned of a potential oil spill.

Iranian state media has announced that the funeral for IRGC Navy Commander Admiral Alireza Tangsiri, who was killed in an Israeli attack, will take place on Monday. The chairman of the Iranian Assembly of Experts, Mohammad Ali Movahedi Kermani, has issued condolences for Tangsiri’s death, saying it marks “another page in the bravery of the brave men of Iran”.

The Lebanese militant group Hezbollah reported that its fighters struck an Israeli air defense system in the Ma’alot-Tarshiha settlement at 3 a.m. (00:00 GMT) using a “swarm of attack drones.” This marks the third operation the group has claimed earlier today.

Spain’s prime minister, Pedro Sanchez, has warned that Israel’s new death penalty law instructing military courts to impose the death penalty on Palestinians convicted of killing Israelis in acts of “terror” applies only to non-Jews, describing it as “another step toward apartheid”.
 

Ten European countries, including France and the United Kingdom, Tuesday urged all sides to ensure the safety of the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon after three peacekeepers were killed in recent days.

France 'surprised' by Trump criticism over US military overflights: Macron's office

Iran’s IRGC issued a warning against 18 American technology companies, including Microsoft, Apple, Google, Intel and Boeing, stating they would be considered legitimate targets in response to what it described as terrorist operations carried out by the US and Israel.

Gen Dan Caine said the US military has struck more than 11,000 targets over the past 29 days, as operations against Iran continue to intensify. He stated that forces are working to degrade and destroy Iran’s capabilities, with ongoing strikes targeting key manufacturing and research sites. Caine also said the US military has taken out over 150 ships in Iran’s navy, underscoring the scale of the campaign.

Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi warned of what he described as false-flag operations aimed at undermining regional ties during a call with his Turkish counterpart.

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said he visited US Central Command over the weekend and met with troops, though he declined to share which bases he traveled to.

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the United States will ensure the Strait of Hormuz remains open and warned NATO may need to be re-examined after some allies denied airspace and basing access.

Qatar said on Tuesday (March 31) that the future of the Strait of Hormuz is “primarily a regional” one that needs to be resolved by “regional consensus.”

US President Donald Trump urged countries facing jet fuel shortages due to disruption in the Strait of Hormuz to secure supplies themselves, while criticising the UK's stance on the conflict with Iran.

An Iranian lawmaker said Tehran is ready for a potential ground conflict with the US, according to Iranian media. Ahmad Bakhshayesh Ardestani said Iran has strong ground forces and is “waiting for a ground conflict to show the peak of our power.”

At least 4,770 members of the IRGC, Basij, and police have been killed since the start of the war in attacks by Israel and the United States, Iran International has learned.

Russia’s Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said on Tuesday that US plans for regime change in Iran and Venezuela were aimed at gaining control over oil and gas resources.

Rome has denied US military aircraft bound for the Middle East permission to land at Naval Air Station Sigonella in Sicily, according to reports from Corriere della Sera. The refusal, reportedly due to a lack of prior coordination, has fueled a diplomatic crisis with Washington. Secretary of State Marco Rubio intensified the friction on Monday, warned that the US may "reassess" its NATO commitments once the war with Iran concludes, signaling a potential shift in the trans-Atlantic security architecture.

UAE said its defence systems are dealing with missile and drone threats from Iran.

The average retail price of gasoline across the United States rose above $4 per gallon on Monday for the first time in over three years, according to data from GasBuddy. The increase comes as the ongoing US-Israeli conflict with Iran continues to disrupt global energy markets.

The last time fuel prices hit this level was in August 2022, shortly after Russia invaded Ukraine, and analysts often view the $4 mark as a psychological threshold for consumers. Rising costs of various goods, including crude oil used in gasoline production, have been driven in part by Iran’s effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global trade route, according to a report in the Reuters.

A Kuwaiti oil tanker struck near Dubai on Tuesday was transporting around 2 million barrels of crude oil sourced from Kuwait and Saudi Arabia, according to data from Lloyd’s and TankerTrackers, as reported by a news agency.

Pakistan’s Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar has visited China as Islamabad intensifies its efforts to play a mediating role in the conflict. During the visit, Dar held talks with his Chinese counterpart Wang Yi, focusing on regional tensions, the situation in Iran, and bilateral relations. According to China’s Foreign Ministry, both countries share aligned views on key international and regional matters.

China expressed deep concern over the destruction of historical sites during the conflict and urged all parties, particularly the US and Israel, to immediately stop military actions. It also strongly opposed any attacks on nuclear facilities. Beijing stated it would continue working to ease tensions and promote peace, and it thanked concerned parties for assisting Chinese vessels navigating the Strait of Hormuz, noting that three of its ships have recently passed through the area, according to the report in the Al Jazeera.

Iran has executed two individuals accused of links to the opposition group Mujahideen-e Khalq Organisation (MKO). Officials said the two were involved in multiple operations in Tehran, according to the ISNA news agency.

One Palestinian has been killed in an Israeli strike in northern Gaza. According to the Wafa news agency, the attack targeted a group of civilians in Jabalia, leaving one person dead and several others injured.

Two container ships operated by COSCO Shipping have successfully crossed the Strait of Hormuz and exited the Gulf, according to ship tracking data.

Iran’s ISNA news agency reported an attack on the city of Mahallat in the Markazi province last night, claiming that 11 people were killed and 15 others were injured. Three residential units in Mahallat city were “directly hit by projectiles”, causing significant damage, it said.

Iran has arrested two people accused of sending information about sensitive locations to US-Israeli spy services, according to the Tasnim news agency.

After visuals showed massive explosion in Iran's Isfahan, multiple power outages in the capital Tehran was reported

The Pentagon is set to hold a press briefing about the war in Iran today at 6.30 pm (IST). Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs Gen. Dan Caine is slated to address the media

The Saudi Ministry of Defense said that the drones were intercepted and destroyed over the past hours. Earlier, the ministry said it had intercepted eight ballistic missiles launched towards Riyadh and the Eastern Province

An Iranian aeroplane being readied for a humanitarian run to India was damaged Monday (Mar 30) in what officials are claiming was a US airstrike on Mashhad airport. In a post on X, the Iranian embassy in India slammed the attack as “a war crime and a clear violation of international law” READ MORE

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said that the conflict has crossed the halfway mark in terms of objectives. However, he stopped short of committing to any timeline for when the fighting might end. "It's definitely beyond the halfway point. But I don't want to put a schedule on it," Netanyahu told conservative US broadcaster Newsmax 

US President Donald Trump has reportedly told his aides that he is willing to end the US military campaign against Iran even if the Strait of Hormuz remains largely closed. Find out more here

Massive explosions rocked the city of Isfahan in Iran in the early hours of Tuesday, according to media reports. Donald Trump shared a video showing a series of blasts triggering fires, turning the sky orange.. READ MORE

France requested an emergency meeting of the United Nations Security Council after three UN peacekeepers were killed in Lebanon over the past 24 hours.

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Qatar’s Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, and Jordan’s King Abdullah II condemned Iranian attacks on regional civilian infrastructure during a summit in Jeddah.

Hezbollah claimed responsibility for a second attack on Israel’s largest oil refinery, Bazan, in Haifa, which sparked a fire.

Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei denied engaging in talks with the US, stating that Tehran only received “requests for talks” via intermediaries.

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio told Al Jazeera that President Donald Trump prefers diplomacy but warned Iran of “real consequences” over the partial closure of the Strait of Hormuz.

Kuwait Petroleum Corporation reported that an Iranian strike on the Al-Salmi oil tanker at Dubai Port caused a fire and warned of a potential oil spill.

Iranian state media has announced that the funeral for IRGC Navy Commander Admiral Alireza Tangsiri, who was killed in an Israeli attack, will take place on Monday. The chairman of the Iranian Assembly of Experts, Mohammad Ali Movahedi Kermani, has issued condolences for Tangsiri’s death, saying it marks “another page in the bravery of the brave men of Iran”.

The Lebanese militant group Hezbollah reported that its fighters struck an Israeli air defense system in the Ma’alot-Tarshiha settlement at 3 a.m. (00:00 GMT) using a “swarm of attack drones.” This marks the third operation the group has claimed earlier today.

Spain’s prime minister, Pedro Sanchez, has warned that Israel’s new death penalty law instructing military courts to impose the death penalty on Palestinians convicted of killing Israelis in acts of “terror” applies only to non-Jews, describing it as “another step toward apartheid”.
 

Ten European countries, including France and the United Kingdom, Tuesday urged all sides to ensure the safety of the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon after three peacekeepers were killed in recent days.

France 'surprised' by Trump criticism over US military overflights: Macron's office

Iran’s IRGC issued a warning against 18 American technology companies, including Microsoft, Apple, Google, Intel and Boeing, stating they would be considered legitimate targets in response to what it described as terrorist operations carried out by the US and Israel.

Gen Dan Caine said the US military has struck more than 11,000 targets over the past 29 days, as operations against Iran continue to intensify. He stated that forces are working to degrade and destroy Iran’s capabilities, with ongoing strikes targeting key manufacturing and research sites. Caine also said the US military has taken out over 150 ships in Iran’s navy, underscoring the scale of the campaign.

Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi warned of what he described as false-flag operations aimed at undermining regional ties during a call with his Turkish counterpart.

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said he visited US Central Command over the weekend and met with troops, though he declined to share which bases he traveled to.

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the United States will ensure the Strait of Hormuz remains open and warned NATO may need to be re-examined after some allies denied airspace and basing access.

Qatar said on Tuesday (March 31) that the future of the Strait of Hormuz is “primarily a regional” one that needs to be resolved by “regional consensus.”

US President Donald Trump urged countries facing jet fuel shortages due to disruption in the Strait of Hormuz to secure supplies themselves, while criticising the UK's stance on the conflict with Iran.

An Iranian lawmaker said Tehran is ready for a potential ground conflict with the US, according to Iranian media. Ahmad Bakhshayesh Ardestani said Iran has strong ground forces and is “waiting for a ground conflict to show the peak of our power.”

At least 4,770 members of the IRGC, Basij, and police have been killed since the start of the war in attacks by Israel and the United States, Iran International has learned.

Russia’s Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said on Tuesday that US plans for regime change in Iran and Venezuela were aimed at gaining control over oil and gas resources.

Rome has denied US military aircraft bound for the Middle East permission to land at Naval Air Station Sigonella in Sicily, according to reports from Corriere della Sera. The refusal, reportedly due to a lack of prior coordination, has fueled a diplomatic crisis with Washington. Secretary of State Marco Rubio intensified the friction on Monday, warned that the US may "reassess" its NATO commitments once the war with Iran concludes, signaling a potential shift in the trans-Atlantic security architecture.

UAE said its defence systems are dealing with missile and drone threats from Iran.

The average retail price of gasoline across the United States rose above $4 per gallon on Monday for the first time in over three years, according to data from GasBuddy. The increase comes as the ongoing US-Israeli conflict with Iran continues to disrupt global energy markets.

The last time fuel prices hit this level was in August 2022, shortly after Russia invaded Ukraine, and analysts often view the $4 mark as a psychological threshold for consumers. Rising costs of various goods, including crude oil used in gasoline production, have been driven in part by Iran’s effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global trade route, according to a report in the Reuters.

A Kuwaiti oil tanker struck near Dubai on Tuesday was transporting around 2 million barrels of crude oil sourced from Kuwait and Saudi Arabia, according to data from Lloyd’s and TankerTrackers, as reported by a news agency.

Pakistan’s Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar has visited China as Islamabad intensifies its efforts to play a mediating role in the conflict. During the visit, Dar held talks with his Chinese counterpart Wang Yi, focusing on regional tensions, the situation in Iran, and bilateral relations. According to China’s Foreign Ministry, both countries share aligned views on key international and regional matters.

China expressed deep concern over the destruction of historical sites during the conflict and urged all parties, particularly the US and Israel, to immediately stop military actions. It also strongly opposed any attacks on nuclear facilities. Beijing stated it would continue working to ease tensions and promote peace, and it thanked concerned parties for assisting Chinese vessels navigating the Strait of Hormuz, noting that three of its ships have recently passed through the area, according to the report in the Al Jazeera.

Iran has executed two individuals accused of links to the opposition group Mujahideen-e Khalq Organisation (MKO). Officials said the two were involved in multiple operations in Tehran, according to the ISNA news agency.

One Palestinian has been killed in an Israeli strike in northern Gaza. According to the Wafa news agency, the attack targeted a group of civilians in Jabalia, leaving one person dead and several others injured.

Two container ships operated by COSCO Shipping have successfully crossed the Strait of Hormuz and exited the Gulf, according to ship tracking data.

Iran’s ISNA news agency reported an attack on the city of Mahallat in the Markazi province last night, claiming that 11 people were killed and 15 others were injured. Three residential units in Mahallat city were “directly hit by projectiles”, causing significant damage, it said.

Iran has arrested two people accused of sending information about sensitive locations to US-Israeli spy services, according to the Tasnim news agency.

After visuals showed massive explosion in Iran's Isfahan, multiple power outages in the capital Tehran was reported

The Pentagon is set to hold a press briefing about the war in Iran today at 6.30 pm (IST). Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs Gen. Dan Caine is slated to address the media

The Saudi Ministry of Defense said that the drones were intercepted and destroyed over the past hours. Earlier, the ministry said it had intercepted eight ballistic missiles launched towards Riyadh and the Eastern Province

An Iranian aeroplane being readied for a humanitarian run to India was damaged Monday (Mar 30) in what officials are claiming was a US airstrike on Mashhad airport. In a post on X, the Iranian embassy in India slammed the attack as “a war crime and a clear violation of international law” READ MORE

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said that the conflict has crossed the halfway mark in terms of objectives. However, he stopped short of committing to any timeline for when the fighting might end. "It's definitely beyond the halfway point. But I don't want to put a schedule on it," Netanyahu told conservative US broadcaster Newsmax 

US President Donald Trump has reportedly told his aides that he is willing to end the US military campaign against Iran even if the Strait of Hormuz remains largely closed. Find out more here

Massive explosions rocked the city of Isfahan in Iran in the early hours of Tuesday, according to media reports. Donald Trump shared a video showing a series of blasts triggering fires, turning the sky orange.. READ MORE

France requested an emergency meeting of the United Nations Security Council after three UN peacekeepers were killed in Lebanon over the past 24 hours.

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Qatar’s Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, and Jordan’s King Abdullah II condemned Iranian attacks on regional civilian infrastructure during a summit in Jeddah.

Hezbollah claimed responsibility for a second attack on Israel’s largest oil refinery, Bazan, in Haifa, which sparked a fire.

Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei denied engaging in talks with the US, stating that Tehran only received “requests for talks” via intermediaries.

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio told Al Jazeera that President Donald Trump prefers diplomacy but warned Iran of “real consequences” over the partial closure of the Strait of Hormuz.

Kuwait Petroleum Corporation reported that an Iranian strike on the Al-Salmi oil tanker at Dubai Port caused a fire and warned of a potential oil spill.

Iranian state media has announced that the funeral for IRGC Navy Commander Admiral Alireza Tangsiri, who was killed in an Israeli attack, will take place on Monday. The chairman of the Iranian Assembly of Experts, Mohammad Ali Movahedi Kermani, has issued condolences for Tangsiri’s death, saying it marks “another page in the bravery of the brave men of Iran”.

The Lebanese militant group Hezbollah reported that its fighters struck an Israeli air defense system in the Ma’alot-Tarshiha settlement at 3 a.m. (00:00 GMT) using a “swarm of attack drones.” This marks the third operation the group has claimed earlier today.

Spain’s prime minister, Pedro Sanchez, has warned that Israel’s new death penalty law instructing military courts to impose the death penalty on Palestinians convicted of killing Israelis in acts of “terror” applies only to non-Jews, describing it as “another step toward apartheid”.
 

Ten European countries, including France and the United Kingdom, Tuesday urged all sides to ensure the safety of the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon after three peacekeepers were killed in recent days.

France 'surprised' by Trump criticism over US military overflights: Macron's office

Iran’s IRGC issued a warning against 18 American technology companies, including Microsoft, Apple, Google, Intel and Boeing, stating they would be considered legitimate targets in response to what it described as terrorist operations carried out by the US and Israel.

Gen Dan Caine said the US military has struck more than 11,000 targets over the past 29 days, as operations against Iran continue to intensify. He stated that forces are working to degrade and destroy Iran’s capabilities, with ongoing strikes targeting key manufacturing and research sites. Caine also said the US military has taken out over 150 ships in Iran’s navy, underscoring the scale of the campaign.

Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi warned of what he described as false-flag operations aimed at undermining regional ties during a call with his Turkish counterpart.

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said he visited US Central Command over the weekend and met with troops, though he declined to share which bases he traveled to.

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the United States will ensure the Strait of Hormuz remains open and warned NATO may need to be re-examined after some allies denied airspace and basing access.

Qatar said on Tuesday (March 31) that the future of the Strait of Hormuz is “primarily a regional” one that needs to be resolved by “regional consensus.”

US President Donald Trump urged countries facing jet fuel shortages due to disruption in the Strait of Hormuz to secure supplies themselves, while criticising the UK's stance on the conflict with Iran.

An Iranian lawmaker said Tehran is ready for a potential ground conflict with the US, according to Iranian media. Ahmad Bakhshayesh Ardestani said Iran has strong ground forces and is “waiting for a ground conflict to show the peak of our power.”

At least 4,770 members of the IRGC, Basij, and police have been killed since the start of the war in attacks by Israel and the United States, Iran International has learned.

Russia’s Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said on Tuesday that US plans for regime change in Iran and Venezuela were aimed at gaining control over oil and gas resources.

Rome has denied US military aircraft bound for the Middle East permission to land at Naval Air Station Sigonella in Sicily, according to reports from Corriere della Sera. The refusal, reportedly due to a lack of prior coordination, has fueled a diplomatic crisis with Washington. Secretary of State Marco Rubio intensified the friction on Monday, warned that the US may "reassess" its NATO commitments once the war with Iran concludes, signaling a potential shift in the trans-Atlantic security architecture.

UAE said its defence systems are dealing with missile and drone threats from Iran.

The average retail price of gasoline across the United States rose above $4 per gallon on Monday for the first time in over three years, according to data from GasBuddy. The increase comes as the ongoing US-Israeli conflict with Iran continues to disrupt global energy markets.

The last time fuel prices hit this level was in August 2022, shortly after Russia invaded Ukraine, and analysts often view the $4 mark as a psychological threshold for consumers. Rising costs of various goods, including crude oil used in gasoline production, have been driven in part by Iran’s effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global trade route, according to a report in the Reuters.

A Kuwaiti oil tanker struck near Dubai on Tuesday was transporting around 2 million barrels of crude oil sourced from Kuwait and Saudi Arabia, according to data from Lloyd’s and TankerTrackers, as reported by a news agency.

Pakistan’s Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar has visited China as Islamabad intensifies its efforts to play a mediating role in the conflict. During the visit, Dar held talks with his Chinese counterpart Wang Yi, focusing on regional tensions, the situation in Iran, and bilateral relations. According to China’s Foreign Ministry, both countries share aligned views on key international and regional matters.

China expressed deep concern over the destruction of historical sites during the conflict and urged all parties, particularly the US and Israel, to immediately stop military actions. It also strongly opposed any attacks on nuclear facilities. Beijing stated it would continue working to ease tensions and promote peace, and it thanked concerned parties for assisting Chinese vessels navigating the Strait of Hormuz, noting that three of its ships have recently passed through the area, according to the report in the Al Jazeera.

Iran has executed two individuals accused of links to the opposition group Mujahideen-e Khalq Organisation (MKO). Officials said the two were involved in multiple operations in Tehran, according to the ISNA news agency.

One Palestinian has been killed in an Israeli strike in northern Gaza. According to the Wafa news agency, the attack targeted a group of civilians in Jabalia, leaving one person dead and several others injured.

Two container ships operated by COSCO Shipping have successfully crossed the Strait of Hormuz and exited the Gulf, according to ship tracking data.

Iran’s ISNA news agency reported an attack on the city of Mahallat in the Markazi province last night, claiming that 11 people were killed and 15 others were injured. Three residential units in Mahallat city were “directly hit by projectiles”, causing significant damage, it said.

Iran has arrested two people accused of sending information about sensitive locations to US-Israeli spy services, according to the Tasnim news agency.

After visuals showed massive explosion in Iran's Isfahan, multiple power outages in the capital Tehran was reported

The Pentagon is set to hold a press briefing about the war in Iran today at 6.30 pm (IST). Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs Gen. Dan Caine is slated to address the media

The Saudi Ministry of Defense said that the drones were intercepted and destroyed over the past hours. Earlier, the ministry said it had intercepted eight ballistic missiles launched towards Riyadh and the Eastern Province

An Iranian aeroplane being readied for a humanitarian run to India was damaged Monday (Mar 30) in what officials are claiming was a US airstrike on Mashhad airport. In a post on X, the Iranian embassy in India slammed the attack as “a war crime and a clear violation of international law” READ MORE

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said that the conflict has crossed the halfway mark in terms of objectives. However, he stopped short of committing to any timeline for when the fighting might end. "It's definitely beyond the halfway point. But I don't want to put a schedule on it," Netanyahu told conservative US broadcaster Newsmax 

US President Donald Trump has reportedly told his aides that he is willing to end the US military campaign against Iran even if the Strait of Hormuz remains largely closed. Find out more here

Massive explosions rocked the city of Isfahan in Iran in the early hours of Tuesday, according to media reports. Donald Trump shared a video showing a series of blasts triggering fires, turning the sky orange.. READ MORE

France requested an emergency meeting of the United Nations Security Council after three UN peacekeepers were killed in Lebanon over the past 24 hours.

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Qatar’s Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, and Jordan’s King Abdullah II condemned Iranian attacks on regional civilian infrastructure during a summit in Jeddah.

Hezbollah claimed responsibility for a second attack on Israel’s largest oil refinery, Bazan, in Haifa, which sparked a fire.

Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei denied engaging in talks with the US, stating that Tehran only received “requests for talks” via intermediaries.

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio told Al Jazeera that President Donald Trump prefers diplomacy but warned Iran of “real consequences” over the partial closure of the Strait of Hormuz.

Kuwait Petroleum Corporation reported that an Iranian strike on the Al-Salmi oil tanker at Dubai Port caused a fire and warned of a potential oil spill.

Iranian state media has announced that the funeral for IRGC Navy Commander Admiral Alireza Tangsiri, who was killed in an Israeli attack, will take place on Monday. The chairman of the Iranian Assembly of Experts, Mohammad Ali Movahedi Kermani, has issued condolences for Tangsiri’s death, saying it marks “another page in the bravery of the brave men of Iran”.

The Lebanese militant group Hezbollah reported that its fighters struck an Israeli air defense system in the Ma’alot-Tarshiha settlement at 3 a.m. (00:00 GMT) using a “swarm of attack drones.” This marks the third operation the group has claimed earlier today.

Spain’s prime minister, Pedro Sanchez, has warned that Israel’s new death penalty law instructing military courts to impose the death penalty on Palestinians convicted of killing Israelis in acts of “terror” applies only to non-Jews, describing it as “another step toward apartheid”.
 

Ten European countries, including France and the United Kingdom, Tuesday urged all sides to ensure the safety of the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon after three peacekeepers were killed in recent days.

France 'surprised' by Trump criticism over US military overflights: Macron's office

Iran’s IRGC issued a warning against 18 American technology companies, including Microsoft, Apple, Google, Intel and Boeing, stating they would be considered legitimate targets in response to what it described as terrorist operations carried out by the US and Israel.

Gen Dan Caine said the US military has struck more than 11,000 targets over the past 29 days, as operations against Iran continue to intensify. He stated that forces are working to degrade and destroy Iran’s capabilities, with ongoing strikes targeting key manufacturing and research sites. Caine also said the US military has taken out over 150 ships in Iran’s navy, underscoring the scale of the campaign.

Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi warned of what he described as false-flag operations aimed at undermining regional ties during a call with his Turkish counterpart.

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said he visited US Central Command over the weekend and met with troops, though he declined to share which bases he traveled to.

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the United States will ensure the Strait of Hormuz remains open and warned NATO may need to be re-examined after some allies denied airspace and basing access.

Qatar said on Tuesday (March 31) that the future of the Strait of Hormuz is “primarily a regional” one that needs to be resolved by “regional consensus.”

US President Donald Trump urged countries facing jet fuel shortages due to disruption in the Strait of Hormuz to secure supplies themselves, while criticising the UK's stance on the conflict with Iran.

An Iranian lawmaker said Tehran is ready for a potential ground conflict with the US, according to Iranian media. Ahmad Bakhshayesh Ardestani said Iran has strong ground forces and is “waiting for a ground conflict to show the peak of our power.”

At least 4,770 members of the IRGC, Basij, and police have been killed since the start of the war in attacks by Israel and the United States, Iran International has learned.

Russia’s Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said on Tuesday that US plans for regime change in Iran and Venezuela were aimed at gaining control over oil and gas resources.

Rome has denied US military aircraft bound for the Middle East permission to land at Naval Air Station Sigonella in Sicily, according to reports from Corriere della Sera. The refusal, reportedly due to a lack of prior coordination, has fueled a diplomatic crisis with Washington. Secretary of State Marco Rubio intensified the friction on Monday, warned that the US may "reassess" its NATO commitments once the war with Iran concludes, signaling a potential shift in the trans-Atlantic security architecture.

UAE said its defence systems are dealing with missile and drone threats from Iran.

The average retail price of gasoline across the United States rose above $4 per gallon on Monday for the first time in over three years, according to data from GasBuddy. The increase comes as the ongoing US-Israeli conflict with Iran continues to disrupt global energy markets.

The last time fuel prices hit this level was in August 2022, shortly after Russia invaded Ukraine, and analysts often view the $4 mark as a psychological threshold for consumers. Rising costs of various goods, including crude oil used in gasoline production, have been driven in part by Iran’s effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global trade route, according to a report in the Reuters.

A Kuwaiti oil tanker struck near Dubai on Tuesday was transporting around 2 million barrels of crude oil sourced from Kuwait and Saudi Arabia, according to data from Lloyd’s and TankerTrackers, as reported by a news agency.

Pakistan’s Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar has visited China as Islamabad intensifies its efforts to play a mediating role in the conflict. During the visit, Dar held talks with his Chinese counterpart Wang Yi, focusing on regional tensions, the situation in Iran, and bilateral relations. According to China’s Foreign Ministry, both countries share aligned views on key international and regional matters.

China expressed deep concern over the destruction of historical sites during the conflict and urged all parties, particularly the US and Israel, to immediately stop military actions. It also strongly opposed any attacks on nuclear facilities. Beijing stated it would continue working to ease tensions and promote peace, and it thanked concerned parties for assisting Chinese vessels navigating the Strait of Hormuz, noting that three of its ships have recently passed through the area, according to the report in the Al Jazeera.

Iran has executed two individuals accused of links to the opposition group Mujahideen-e Khalq Organisation (MKO). Officials said the two were involved in multiple operations in Tehran, according to the ISNA news agency.

One Palestinian has been killed in an Israeli strike in northern Gaza. According to the Wafa news agency, the attack targeted a group of civilians in Jabalia, leaving one person dead and several others injured.

Two container ships operated by COSCO Shipping have successfully crossed the Strait of Hormuz and exited the Gulf, according to ship tracking data.

Iran’s ISNA news agency reported an attack on the city of Mahallat in the Markazi province last night, claiming that 11 people were killed and 15 others were injured. Three residential units in Mahallat city were “directly hit by projectiles”, causing significant damage, it said.

Iran has arrested two people accused of sending information about sensitive locations to US-Israeli spy services, according to the Tasnim news agency.

After visuals showed massive explosion in Iran's Isfahan, multiple power outages in the capital Tehran was reported

The Pentagon is set to hold a press briefing about the war in Iran today at 6.30 pm (IST). Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs Gen. Dan Caine is slated to address the media

The Saudi Ministry of Defense said that the drones were intercepted and destroyed over the past hours. Earlier, the ministry said it had intercepted eight ballistic missiles launched towards Riyadh and the Eastern Province

An Iranian aeroplane being readied for a humanitarian run to India was damaged Monday (Mar 30) in what officials are claiming was a US airstrike on Mashhad airport. In a post on X, the Iranian embassy in India slammed the attack as “a war crime and a clear violation of international law” READ MORE

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said that the conflict has crossed the halfway mark in terms of objectives. However, he stopped short of committing to any timeline for when the fighting might end. "It's definitely beyond the halfway point. But I don't want to put a schedule on it," Netanyahu told conservative US broadcaster Newsmax 

US President Donald Trump has reportedly told his aides that he is willing to end the US military campaign against Iran even if the Strait of Hormuz remains largely closed. Find out more here

Massive explosions rocked the city of Isfahan in Iran in the early hours of Tuesday, according to media reports. Donald Trump shared a video showing a series of blasts triggering fires, turning the sky orange.. READ MORE

France requested an emergency meeting of the United Nations Security Council after three UN peacekeepers were killed in Lebanon over the past 24 hours.

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Qatar’s Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, and Jordan’s King Abdullah II condemned Iranian attacks on regional civilian infrastructure during a summit in Jeddah.

Hezbollah claimed responsibility for a second attack on Israel’s largest oil refinery, Bazan, in Haifa, which sparked a fire.

Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei denied engaging in talks with the US, stating that Tehran only received “requests for talks” via intermediaries.

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio told Al Jazeera that President Donald Trump prefers diplomacy but warned Iran of “real consequences” over the partial closure of the Strait of Hormuz.

Kuwait Petroleum Corporation reported that an Iranian strike on the Al-Salmi oil tanker at Dubai Port caused a fire and warned of a potential oil spill.

Iranian state media has announced that the funeral for IRGC Navy Commander Admiral Alireza Tangsiri, who was killed in an Israeli attack, will take place on Monday. The chairman of the Iranian Assembly of Experts, Mohammad Ali Movahedi Kermani, has issued condolences for Tangsiri’s death, saying it marks “another page in the bravery of the brave men of Iran”.

The Lebanese militant group Hezbollah reported that its fighters struck an Israeli air defense system in the Ma’alot-Tarshiha settlement at 3 a.m. (00:00 GMT) using a “swarm of attack drones.” This marks the third operation the group has claimed earlier today.

Spain’s prime minister, Pedro Sanchez, has warned that Israel’s new death penalty law instructing military courts to impose the death penalty on Palestinians convicted of killing Israelis in acts of “terror” applies only to non-Jews, describing it as “another step toward apartheid”.
 

Ten European countries, including France and the United Kingdom, Tuesday urged all sides to ensure the safety of the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon after three peacekeepers were killed in recent days.

France 'surprised' by Trump criticism over US military overflights: Macron's office

Iran’s IRGC issued a warning against 18 American technology companies, including Microsoft, Apple, Google, Intel and Boeing, stating they would be considered legitimate targets in response to what it described as terrorist operations carried out by the US and Israel.

Gen Dan Caine said the US military has struck more than 11,000 targets over the past 29 days, as operations against Iran continue to intensify. He stated that forces are working to degrade and destroy Iran’s capabilities, with ongoing strikes targeting key manufacturing and research sites. Caine also said the US military has taken out over 150 ships in Iran’s navy, underscoring the scale of the campaign.

Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi warned of what he described as false-flag operations aimed at undermining regional ties during a call with his Turkish counterpart.

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said he visited US Central Command over the weekend and met with troops, though he declined to share which bases he traveled to.

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the United States will ensure the Strait of Hormuz remains open and warned NATO may need to be re-examined after some allies denied airspace and basing access.

Qatar said on Tuesday (March 31) that the future of the Strait of Hormuz is “primarily a regional” one that needs to be resolved by “regional consensus.”

US President Donald Trump urged countries facing jet fuel shortages due to disruption in the Strait of Hormuz to secure supplies themselves, while criticising the UK's stance on the conflict with Iran.

An Iranian lawmaker said Tehran is ready for a potential ground conflict with the US, according to Iranian media. Ahmad Bakhshayesh Ardestani said Iran has strong ground forces and is “waiting for a ground conflict to show the peak of our power.”

At least 4,770 members of the IRGC, Basij, and police have been killed since the start of the war in attacks by Israel and the United States, Iran International has learned.

Russia’s Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said on Tuesday that US plans for regime change in Iran and Venezuela were aimed at gaining control over oil and gas resources.

Rome has denied US military aircraft bound for the Middle East permission to land at Naval Air Station Sigonella in Sicily, according to reports from Corriere della Sera. The refusal, reportedly due to a lack of prior coordination, has fueled a diplomatic crisis with Washington. Secretary of State Marco Rubio intensified the friction on Monday, warned that the US may "reassess" its NATO commitments once the war with Iran concludes, signaling a potential shift in the trans-Atlantic security architecture.

UAE said its defence systems are dealing with missile and drone threats from Iran.

The average retail price of gasoline across the United States rose above $4 per gallon on Monday for the first time in over three years, according to data from GasBuddy. The increase comes as the ongoing US-Israeli conflict with Iran continues to disrupt global energy markets.

The last time fuel prices hit this level was in August 2022, shortly after Russia invaded Ukraine, and analysts often view the $4 mark as a psychological threshold for consumers. Rising costs of various goods, including crude oil used in gasoline production, have been driven in part by Iran’s effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global trade route, according to a report in the Reuters.

A Kuwaiti oil tanker struck near Dubai on Tuesday was transporting around 2 million barrels of crude oil sourced from Kuwait and Saudi Arabia, according to data from Lloyd’s and TankerTrackers, as reported by a news agency.

Pakistan’s Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar has visited China as Islamabad intensifies its efforts to play a mediating role in the conflict. During the visit, Dar held talks with his Chinese counterpart Wang Yi, focusing on regional tensions, the situation in Iran, and bilateral relations. According to China’s Foreign Ministry, both countries share aligned views on key international and regional matters.

China expressed deep concern over the destruction of historical sites during the conflict and urged all parties, particularly the US and Israel, to immediately stop military actions. It also strongly opposed any attacks on nuclear facilities. Beijing stated it would continue working to ease tensions and promote peace, and it thanked concerned parties for assisting Chinese vessels navigating the Strait of Hormuz, noting that three of its ships have recently passed through the area, according to the report in the Al Jazeera.

Iran has executed two individuals accused of links to the opposition group Mujahideen-e Khalq Organisation (MKO). Officials said the two were involved in multiple operations in Tehran, according to the ISNA news agency.

One Palestinian has been killed in an Israeli strike in northern Gaza. According to the Wafa news agency, the attack targeted a group of civilians in Jabalia, leaving one person dead and several others injured.

Two container ships operated by COSCO Shipping have successfully crossed the Strait of Hormuz and exited the Gulf, according to ship tracking data.

Iran’s ISNA news agency reported an attack on the city of Mahallat in the Markazi province last night, claiming that 11 people were killed and 15 others were injured. Three residential units in Mahallat city were “directly hit by projectiles”, causing significant damage, it said.

Iran has arrested two people accused of sending information about sensitive locations to US-Israeli spy services, according to the Tasnim news agency.

After visuals showed massive explosion in Iran's Isfahan, multiple power outages in the capital Tehran was reported

The Pentagon is set to hold a press briefing about the war in Iran today at 6.30 pm (IST). Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs Gen. Dan Caine is slated to address the media

The Saudi Ministry of Defense said that the drones were intercepted and destroyed over the past hours. Earlier, the ministry said it had intercepted eight ballistic missiles launched towards Riyadh and the Eastern Province

An Iranian aeroplane being readied for a humanitarian run to India was damaged Monday (Mar 30) in what officials are claiming was a US airstrike on Mashhad airport. In a post on X, the Iranian embassy in India slammed the attack as “a war crime and a clear violation of international law” READ MORE

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said that the conflict has crossed the halfway mark in terms of objectives. However, he stopped short of committing to any timeline for when the fighting might end. "It's definitely beyond the halfway point. But I don't want to put a schedule on it," Netanyahu told conservative US broadcaster Newsmax 

US President Donald Trump has reportedly told his aides that he is willing to end the US military campaign against Iran even if the Strait of Hormuz remains largely closed. Find out more here

Massive explosions rocked the city of Isfahan in Iran in the early hours of Tuesday, according to media reports. Donald Trump shared a video showing a series of blasts triggering fires, turning the sky orange.. READ MORE

France requested an emergency meeting of the United Nations Security Council after three UN peacekeepers were killed in Lebanon over the past 24 hours.

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Qatar’s Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, and Jordan’s King Abdullah II condemned Iranian attacks on regional civilian infrastructure during a summit in Jeddah.

Hezbollah claimed responsibility for a second attack on Israel’s largest oil refinery, Bazan, in Haifa, which sparked a fire.

Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei denied engaging in talks with the US, stating that Tehran only received “requests for talks” via intermediaries.

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio told Al Jazeera that President Donald Trump prefers diplomacy but warned Iran of “real consequences” over the partial closure of the Strait of Hormuz.

Kuwait Petroleum Corporation reported that an Iranian strike on the Al-Salmi oil tanker at Dubai Port caused a fire and warned of a potential oil spill.

Iranian state media has announced that the funeral for IRGC Navy Commander Admiral Alireza Tangsiri, who was killed in an Israeli attack, will take place on Monday. The chairman of the Iranian Assembly of Experts, Mohammad Ali Movahedi Kermani, has issued condolences for Tangsiri’s death, saying it marks “another page in the bravery of the brave men of Iran”.

The Lebanese militant group Hezbollah reported that its fighters struck an Israeli air defense system in the Ma’alot-Tarshiha settlement at 3 a.m. (00:00 GMT) using a “swarm of attack drones.” This marks the third operation the group has claimed earlier today.

Spain’s prime minister, Pedro Sanchez, has warned that Israel’s new death penalty law instructing military courts to impose the death penalty on Palestinians convicted of killing Israelis in acts of “terror” applies only to non-Jews, describing it as “another step toward apartheid”.
 

Ten European countries, including France and the United Kingdom, Tuesday urged all sides to ensure the safety of the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon after three peacekeepers were killed in recent days.

France 'surprised' by Trump criticism over US military overflights: Macron's office

Iran’s IRGC issued a warning against 18 American technology companies, including Microsoft, Apple, Google, Intel and Boeing, stating they would be considered legitimate targets in response to what it described as terrorist operations carried out by the US and Israel.

Gen Dan Caine said the US military has struck more than 11,000 targets over the past 29 days, as operations against Iran continue to intensify. He stated that forces are working to degrade and destroy Iran’s capabilities, with ongoing strikes targeting key manufacturing and research sites. Caine also said the US military has taken out over 150 ships in Iran’s navy, underscoring the scale of the campaign.

Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi warned of what he described as false-flag operations aimed at undermining regional ties during a call with his Turkish counterpart.

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said he visited US Central Command over the weekend and met with troops, though he declined to share which bases he traveled to.

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the United States will ensure the Strait of Hormuz remains open and warned NATO may need to be re-examined after some allies denied airspace and basing access.

Qatar said on Tuesday (March 31) that the future of the Strait of Hormuz is “primarily a regional” one that needs to be resolved by “regional consensus.”

US President Donald Trump urged countries facing jet fuel shortages due to disruption in the Strait of Hormuz to secure supplies themselves, while criticising the UK's stance on the conflict with Iran.

An Iranian lawmaker said Tehran is ready for a potential ground conflict with the US, according to Iranian media. Ahmad Bakhshayesh Ardestani said Iran has strong ground forces and is “waiting for a ground conflict to show the peak of our power.”

At least 4,770 members of the IRGC, Basij, and police have been killed since the start of the war in attacks by Israel and the United States, Iran International has learned.

Russia’s Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said on Tuesday that US plans for regime change in Iran and Venezuela were aimed at gaining control over oil and gas resources.

Rome has denied US military aircraft bound for the Middle East permission to land at Naval Air Station Sigonella in Sicily, according to reports from Corriere della Sera. The refusal, reportedly due to a lack of prior coordination, has fueled a diplomatic crisis with Washington. Secretary of State Marco Rubio intensified the friction on Monday, warned that the US may "reassess" its NATO commitments once the war with Iran concludes, signaling a potential shift in the trans-Atlantic security architecture.

UAE said its defence systems are dealing with missile and drone threats from Iran.

The average retail price of gasoline across the United States rose above $4 per gallon on Monday for the first time in over three years, according to data from GasBuddy. The increase comes as the ongoing US-Israeli conflict with Iran continues to disrupt global energy markets.

The last time fuel prices hit this level was in August 2022, shortly after Russia invaded Ukraine, and analysts often view the $4 mark as a psychological threshold for consumers. Rising costs of various goods, including crude oil used in gasoline production, have been driven in part by Iran’s effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global trade route, according to a report in the Reuters.

A Kuwaiti oil tanker struck near Dubai on Tuesday was transporting around 2 million barrels of crude oil sourced from Kuwait and Saudi Arabia, according to data from Lloyd’s and TankerTrackers, as reported by a news agency.

Pakistan’s Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar has visited China as Islamabad intensifies its efforts to play a mediating role in the conflict. During the visit, Dar held talks with his Chinese counterpart Wang Yi, focusing on regional tensions, the situation in Iran, and bilateral relations. According to China’s Foreign Ministry, both countries share aligned views on key international and regional matters.

China expressed deep concern over the destruction of historical sites during the conflict and urged all parties, particularly the US and Israel, to immediately stop military actions. It also strongly opposed any attacks on nuclear facilities. Beijing stated it would continue working to ease tensions and promote peace, and it thanked concerned parties for assisting Chinese vessels navigating the Strait of Hormuz, noting that three of its ships have recently passed through the area, according to the report in the Al Jazeera.

Iran has executed two individuals accused of links to the opposition group Mujahideen-e Khalq Organisation (MKO). Officials said the two were involved in multiple operations in Tehran, according to the ISNA news agency.

One Palestinian has been killed in an Israeli strike in northern Gaza. According to the Wafa news agency, the attack targeted a group of civilians in Jabalia, leaving one person dead and several others injured.

Two container ships operated by COSCO Shipping have successfully crossed the Strait of Hormuz and exited the Gulf, according to ship tracking data.

Iran’s ISNA news agency reported an attack on the city of Mahallat in the Markazi province last night, claiming that 11 people were killed and 15 others were injured. Three residential units in Mahallat city were “directly hit by projectiles”, causing significant damage, it said.

Iran has arrested two people accused of sending information about sensitive locations to US-Israeli spy services, according to the Tasnim news agency.

After visuals showed massive explosion in Iran's Isfahan, multiple power outages in the capital Tehran was reported

The Pentagon is set to hold a press briefing about the war in Iran today at 6.30 pm (IST). Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs Gen. Dan Caine is slated to address the media

The Saudi Ministry of Defense said that the drones were intercepted and destroyed over the past hours. Earlier, the ministry said it had intercepted eight ballistic missiles launched towards Riyadh and the Eastern Province

An Iranian aeroplane being readied for a humanitarian run to India was damaged Monday (Mar 30) in what officials are claiming was a US airstrike on Mashhad airport. In a post on X, the Iranian embassy in India slammed the attack as “a war crime and a clear violation of international law” READ MORE

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said that the conflict has crossed the halfway mark in terms of objectives. However, he stopped short of committing to any timeline for when the fighting might end. "It's definitely beyond the halfway point. But I don't want to put a schedule on it," Netanyahu told conservative US broadcaster Newsmax 

US President Donald Trump has reportedly told his aides that he is willing to end the US military campaign against Iran even if the Strait of Hormuz remains largely closed. Find out more here

Massive explosions rocked the city of Isfahan in Iran in the early hours of Tuesday, according to media reports. Donald Trump shared a video showing a series of blasts triggering fires, turning the sky orange.. READ MORE

France requested an emergency meeting of the United Nations Security Council after three UN peacekeepers were killed in Lebanon over the past 24 hours.

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Qatar’s Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, and Jordan’s King Abdullah II condemned Iranian attacks on regional civilian infrastructure during a summit in Jeddah.

Hezbollah claimed responsibility for a second attack on Israel’s largest oil refinery, Bazan, in Haifa, which sparked a fire.

Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei denied engaging in talks with the US, stating that Tehran only received “requests for talks” via intermediaries.

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio told Al Jazeera that President Donald Trump prefers diplomacy but warned Iran of “real consequences” over the partial closure of the Strait of Hormuz.

Kuwait Petroleum Corporation reported that an Iranian strike on the Al-Salmi oil tanker at Dubai Port caused a fire and warned of a potential oil spill.

Iranian state media has announced that the funeral for IRGC Navy Commander Admiral Alireza Tangsiri, who was killed in an Israeli attack, will take place on Monday. The chairman of the Iranian Assembly of Experts, Mohammad Ali Movahedi Kermani, has issued condolences for Tangsiri’s death, saying it marks “another page in the bravery of the brave men of Iran”.

The Lebanese militant group Hezbollah reported that its fighters struck an Israeli air defense system in the Ma’alot-Tarshiha settlement at 3 a.m. (00:00 GMT) using a “swarm of attack drones.” This marks the third operation the group has claimed earlier today.