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Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani on Thursday (Mar 12) said that an Italian base in the Iraqi Kurdish city of Erbil was “attacked” amid the ongoing war in West Asia. He added that all their soldiers were “well and safe” and took shelter in the bunker. No injuries were reported.“I strongly condemn the attack on the Italian base in Erbil,” Tajani said on X, without giving details. “I just spoke with the Italian ambassador to Iraq. Fortunately, all our soldiers are well and safe in the bunker,” he said.&nbsp;Italy has soldiers in Erbil training the Kurdistan security forces as part of an international coalition force.AFP reported, citing a Kurdish security source, that drones were intercepted on Wednesday (Mar 11) over Erbil by the US-led international forces, which are based at Erbil airport. No casualties were reported. Blasts were reported near the airport as air defences engaged drones.On February 28, the US and Israeli military launched strikes on Iran, killing Iran’s supreme leader Ali Khamenei and several other top Iranian officials. The operation was named ‘Epic Fury’ by the US and ‘Lion’s Roar’ by Israel. The attacks came amid heightened tensions between Washington and Tehran and ongoing talks over Iran’s nuclear program. In retaliation, Iran launched attacks on Israel and US military bases in the region, including in Bahrain, Kuwait, the UAE, Iraq, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Jordan, and Azerbaijan.In a recent declaration, US President Donald Trump on Wednesday (Mar 11) claimed victory in the war with Iran, without providing any evidence to support his remarks. “Let me say we’ve won. You know, you never like to say too early that you won. We won. We won, in the first hour it was over, but we won,” he said.On the other hand, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on Thursday (Mar 12) has set three conditions to end the raging war. In a first statement on ending war, Pezeshkian said, “The only way to end this war—ignited by the Zionist regime &amp; US—is recognizing Iran’s legitimate rights, payment of reparations, and firm int’l guarantees against future aggression.”Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing conflicts in West Asia involving Israel, Iran, the 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.

Italy said its military base in Erbil, Iraq, was attacked amid the West Asia war. Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani confirmed no injuries, adding that all Italian soldiers were safe after taking shelter in bunkers.

Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani on Thursday (Mar 12) said that an Italian base in the Iraqi Kurdish city of Erbil was “attacked” amid the ongoing war in West Asia. He added that all their soldiers were “well and safe” and took shelter in the bunker. No injuries were reported. “I strongly condemn the attack on the Italian base in Erbil,” Tajani said on X, without giving details. “I just spoke with the Italian ambassador to Iraq. Fortunately, all our soldiers are well and safe in the bunker,” he said. Italy has soldiers in Erbil training the Kurdistan security forces as part of an international coalition force. AFP reported, citing a Kurdish security source, that drones were intercepted on Wednesday (Mar 11) over Erbil by the US-led international forces, which are based at Erbil airport. No casualties were reported. Blasts were reported near the airport as air defences engaged drones. On February 28, the US and Israeli military launched strikes on Iran, killing Iran’s supreme leader Ali Khamenei and several other top Iranian officials. The operation was named ‘Epic Fury’ by the US and ‘Lion’s Roar’ by Israel. The attacks came amid heightened tensions between Washington and Tehran and ongoing talks over Iran’s nuclear program. In retaliation, Iran launched attacks on Israel and US military bases in the region, including in Bahrain, Kuwait, the UAE, Iraq, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Jordan, and Azerbaijan. In a recent declaration, US President Donald Trump on Wednesday (Mar 11) claimed victory in the war with Iran, without providing any evidence to support his remarks. “Let me say we’ve won. You know, you never like to say too early that you won. We won. We won, in the first hour it was over, but we won,” he said. On the other hand, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on Thursday (Mar 12) has set three conditions to end the raging war. In a first statement on ending war, Pezeshkian said, “The only way to end this war—ignited by the Zionist regime & US—is recognizing Iran’s legitimate rights, payment of reparations, and firm int’l guarantees against future aggression.” Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing conflicts in West Asia involving Israel, Iran, the 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.

Italy said its military base in Erbil, Iraq, was attacked amid the West Asia war. Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani confirmed no injuries, adding that all Italian soldiers were safe after taking shelter in bunkers.

Italian base in Iraqi Kurdistan attacked as Iran war expands in West Asia

US President Donald Trump on Wednesday (Mar 11) resorted to his old technique of name-calling reporters who call out his lies and half-truths. As the POTUS was departing the White House for Cincinnati, Ohio, he slammed a female reporter as "rotten" for calling out Trump's unsubstantiated voter fraud claims. This comes as the United States, which is engaged in a war alongside Israel against Iran, heads towards the midterm elections. Here's what triggered the US president and how the shocking moment panned out.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-nobel-cannibal-khamenei-s-x-account-posts-ghastly-trump-cartoon-after-potus-floats-twisted-tomahawk-theory-on-minab-school-strike-1773194272348">'Nobel Cannibal': Khamenei’s X account posts ghastly Trump cartoon after POTUS floats Tomahawk theory on Iran school strike</a><h2>Why did Trump call a reporter 'rotten'?</h2>Trump was questioned by PBS News Hour White House correspondent Liz Landers about the FBI seizing election records in Arizona. She asked him why the FBI had issued a federal grand jury subpoena for records related to 2020 voter results in Maricopa County, Arizona. To this, Trump replied, "they probably thought the election was rigged, right?". In reply, the reporter said that the elections were not rigged, spurring Trump to exclaim, "Really, how do you know?".The reporter answered that Trump's "own attorney general in 2020 said that there was no measurable voter fraud." This served to antagonise the US president, who then told Lander, "I think it was rigged. And if you say it wasn’t rigged, then you’re a rotten reporter".Watch what happened here:

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Reporter: &quot;Why did the FBI seize election records in [Georgia]? Your own attorney general in 2020 said there was not measurable voter fraud to change outcome of the election. Where is the evidence?&quot; Trump: &quot;You&#39;re a rotten reporter.&quot;<a href="https://t.co/oFbVOVr7Qc">pic.twitter.com/oFbVOVr7Qc</a> <a href="https://t.co/3Dn1ahs3qr">pic.twitter.com/3Dn1ahs3qr</a>&mdash; The American Conservative (@amconmag) <a href="https://twitter.com/amconmag/status/2031815713711636877?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 11, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>Trump’s war on female journalists: 2025-26</h2>Dec 2025: ABC’s Rachel Scott called “obnoxious” over Pacific boat strike video.Dec 2025: CNN’s Kaitlan Collins labelled “Stupid and Nasty” over ballroom costs.Nov 2025: ABC’s Mary Bruce was told that she is a “terrible person” during MBS visit.Nov 2025: Bloomberg reporter Catherine Lucey told "quiet, piggy” for a question on the release of Epstein-related material.<h2>Trump's repeated salvos against female reporters</h2>This is not the first time Trump has belittled female reporters publicly. In December 2025, he called one "obnoxious" for asking questions about the lethal US strikes on alleged drug boats in the Pacific region. ABC reporter Rachel Scott had asked him about White House's plans to release the full video of the September 2 boat strike that has been dubbed "double tap". The boat strike saw the US hit the vessel a second time, killing two people who had survived a previous hit. Trump, after saying he had "no problem" releasing a video of the strike, had backpedalled, saying, "Whatever (Pete) Hegseth wants to do is OK with me". When pressed further, Trump snapped at the reporter, saying, "You are the most obnoxious reporter in the whole place." Calling her a "terrible reporter", he added, "Let me just tell you, you are an obnoxious, a terrible—actually a terrible—reporter.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/dubai-creek-harbour-strike-drone-hits-luxury-residential-building-sparking-major-fire-and-evacuations-amid-iran-war-watch-1773280236925">Dubai Creek Harbour strike: Drone hits luxury residential building, sparking major fire and evacuations amid Iran war — Watch</a>Earlier in December, he slammed Kaitlan Collins of CNN for questioning the increasing price of his new White House ballroom. In a Truth Social post, he labelled her "always Stupid and Nasty," while ranting, "asked me why the new ballroom was costing more money than originally thought one year ago".November 2025 saw Trump lashing out at female reporters multiple times. In one incident, he berated ABC White House correspondent Mary Bruce for asking about the 2018 killing of Jamal Khashoggi, the Trump family's business ties, and the Epstein case. This happened as Trump was hosting Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. Admonishing her, Trump said, "You’re a terrible person and a terrible reporter," while telling her not to "embarrass our guest." A separate incident, before this, happened on Nov 14 aboard Air Force One, where, when pressed by Bloomberg reporter Catherine Lucey on why he would not release Epstein-related material, Trump cut her off with "quiet, piggy."&nbsp;

Why did Donald Trump call a reporter a “rotten” at the White House? The tense moment unfolded after a journalist challenged Trump’s repeated claims about the 2020 election being rigged. What exactly was asked and how did the exchange escalate? Scroll down to watch the video.

US President Donald Trump on Wednesday (Mar 11) resorted to his old technique of name-calling reporters who call out his lies and half-truths. As the POTUS was departing the White House for Cincinnati, Ohio, he slammed a female reporter as "rotten" for calling out Trump's unsubstantiated voter fraud claims. This comes as the United States, which is engaged in a war alongside Israel against Iran, heads towards the midterm elections. Here's what triggered the US president and how the shocking moment panned out. Also read | 'Nobel Cannibal': Khamenei’s X account posts ghastly Trump cartoon after POTUS floats Tomahawk theory on Iran school strike Why did Trump call a reporter 'rotten'? Trump was questioned by PBS News Hour White House correspondent Liz Landers about the FBI seizing election records in Arizona. She asked him why the FBI had issued a federal grand jury subpoena for records related to 2020 voter results in Maricopa County, Arizona. To this, Trump replied, "they probably thought the election was rigged, right?". In reply, the reporter said that the elections were not rigged, spurring Trump to exclaim, "Really, how do you know?". The reporter answered that Trump's "own attorney general in 2020 said that there was no measurable voter fraud." This served to antagonise the US president, who then told Lander, "I think it was rigged. And if you say it wasn’t rigged, then you’re a rotten reporter". Watch what happened here:

Why did Donald Trump call a reporter a “rotten” at the White House? The tense moment unfolded after a journalist challenged Trump’s repeated claims about the 2020 election being rigged. What exactly was asked and how did the exchange escalate? Scroll down to watch the video.

‘You’re a rotten reporter’: Trump revives 2020 rigged election claims in viral clash with reporter as US heads to midterms | Video

In a tragic incident amid the ongoing war in West Asia, the Indian Embassy in Iraq on Thursday (Mar 12) announced that an Indian crew member who was a part of US-owned crude oil tanker that was attacked in Iraq lost his life. The Indian Embassy said that the tanker was named Safesea Vishnu and was sailing under the Marshall Islands flag. Safesea Vishnu, along with another Maltese-flagged Zefyros, was attacked near Basra, Iraq as it entered the Persian Gulf. Iran claimed responsibility for the attacks, saying an underwater drone attack "blew up two oil tankers in the Persian Gulf", according to Iranian state broadcaster IRIB.&nbsp;&nbsp;A total of 38 crew members were rescued, with the Indian embassy now adding that as many as 15 were Indian crew and they have been evacuated to a safe place. It also said that it is in regular contact with Iraqi authorities and rescued Indian sailors and is offering all possible assistance. “Embassy extends its deepest condolences to the family members of the deceased crew member,” it added in its statement. As per Vessel Tracker, the last updated position of the Safesea Vishnu was in Basrah Oil Terminal Anchorage in the Persian Gulf off the Iraq at midnight.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-sets-three-conditions-to-end-war-after-trump-declared-us-has-won-what-are-these-and-will-the-conflict-to-end-soon-1773290022027">Iran sets three conditions to end war after Trump declared 'US has won' — What are these and will the conflict to end soon?</a><figure class="image"><img src="https://cdn1.wionews.com/prod/wion/images/2026/20260312/image-1773295149939.png"></figure><h2>Has MEA reacted to the incident?</h2>The Indian Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has not officially issued any statement on the incident. On Mar 11, it issued a statement condemning the attack on the Thai-flagged vessel Mayuree Naree, which was sailing toward Kandla Port through the Strait of Hormuz. The ship’s Thai-listed operator, Precious Shipping, confirmed the incident and said that three crew members were missing. “India deplores the fact that commercial shipping is being made a target of military attacks in the ongoing conflict in West Asia. Precious lives, including those of Indian citizens, have already been lost in multiple such attacks in the earlier phase of this conflict, and the intensity and lethality of the attacks only seem to be increasing,” MEA said.&nbsp;VIDEO OF THE INCIDENT:

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">Iraqi tanker, this video is real <a href="https://t.co/h83FGcmjSt">pic.twitter.com/h83FGcmjSt</a>&mdash; Open Source Intel (@Osint613) <a href="https://twitter.com/Osint613/status/2031856121208525170?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 11, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

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<h2>Indian-flagged vessel allowed to pass Strait of Hormuz?</h2>As the war in West Asia continues, at least three commercial vessels have been hit by "unknown projectiles" in the Strait of Hormuz. One ship was hit off the coast of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), a second north of Oman had to be evacuated due to fire on board, and a third sustained damage north-west of Dubai, according to the UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO).&nbsp;Meanwhile, in what is being termed as India's diplomatic win, Iran allowed India's crude vessel to pass through Strait of Hormuz and the tanker has reached Mumbai Port on Mar 12. Reports have said that it is the result of Indian Foreign Minister S Jaishankar's conversation with Iranian counterpart Abbas Araghchi. Iran has closed the Strait of Hormuz, after the US and Israel launched pre-emptive attack on the Islamic Republic on Feb 28. It has declared that any vessel passing through the passage would require Iran's prior approval, with Iranian Revolutionary Guard stating that it would "not allow a single drop of oil to leave the region to the US" through the strait.&nbsp;Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing conflicts in West Asia involving Israel, Iran, the 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.

An Indian crew member was killed after the US-owned tanker Safesea Vishnu was attacked near Basra, Iraq amid the West Asia war. Thirty-eight sailors were rescued, including 15 Indians. Tensions are growing in the Strait of Hormuz

In a tragic incident amid the ongoing war in West Asia, the Indian Embassy in Iraq on Thursday (Mar 12) announced that an Indian crew member who was a part of US-owned crude oil tanker that was attacked in Iraq lost his life. The Indian Embassy said that the tanker was named Safesea Vishnu and was sailing under the Marshall Islands flag. Safesea Vishnu, along with another Maltese-flagged Zefyros, was attacked near Basra, Iraq as it entered the Persian Gulf. Iran claimed responsibility for the attacks, saying an underwater drone attack "blew up two oil tankers in the Persian Gulf", according to Iranian state broadcaster IRIB. A total of 38 crew members were rescued, with the Indian embassy now adding that as many as 15 were Indian crew and they have been evacuated to a safe place. It also said that it is in regular contact with Iraqi authorities and rescued Indian sailors and is offering all possible assistance. “Embassy extends its deepest condolences to the family members of the deceased crew member,” it added in its statement. As per Vessel Tracker, the last updated position of the Safesea Vishnu was in Basrah Oil Terminal Anchorage in the Persian Gulf off the Iraq at midnight. Also Read: Iran sets three conditions to end war after Trump declared 'US has won' — What are these and will the conflict to end soon? Has MEA reacted to the incident? The Indian Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has not officially issued any statement on the incident. On Mar 11, it issued a statement condemning the attack on the Thai-flagged vessel Mayuree Naree, which was sailing toward Kandla Port through the Strait of Hormuz. The ship’s Thai-listed operator, Precious Shipping, confirmed the incident and said that three crew members were missing. “India deplores the fact that commercial shipping is being made a target of military attacks in the ongoing conflict in West Asia. Precious lives, including those of Indian citizens, have already been lost in multiple such attacks in the earlier phase of this conflict, and the intensity and lethality of the attacks only seem to be increasing,” MEA said. VIDEO OF THE INCIDENT:

An Indian crew member was killed after the US-owned tanker Safesea Vishnu was attacked near Basra, Iraq amid the West Asia war. Thirty-eight sailors were rescued, including 15 Indians. Tensions are growing in the Strait of Hormuz

Indian sailor killed in Iranian underwater drone attack on US-owned oil tanker, 15 crew members evacuated

Amid the ongoing war with United States and Israel, Iran was reportedly on the verge of nearing a deal with China to purchase anti-ship cruise missiles. It was reported that the Chinese-made CM-302 missiles is near completion, though no delivery date was fixed for the delivery. However, the claims have now been denied by China.&nbsp;On Monday (March 9) &nbsp;Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said, "The report is not true. As a responsible major country, China always abides by its international obligations. China opposes ill-intentioned association and the spread of disinformation, and hopes relevant sides will choose the course of action conducive to de-escalating the tense situation."&nbsp;China during the 1980s was one of the largest arms supplier of Iran but that slowly dwindled due to international pressure.<h2>About CM-302 Missiles</h2>&nbsp;<ul><li>The CM-302 anti-ship cruise missiles has a distance of 290 kilometres</li><li>Its ability to fly low and fast helps it to evade shipborne defences</li><li>According to defence analysts, these missiles are very difficult to intercept</li><li>If the deal went through it would have been among the most advanced military hardware to be transferred to Iran by China</li><li>The deal would defy a United Nations weapons embargo that was first imposed in 2006</li></ul><h2>“Severely weakened Iran's military capabilities”</h2>&nbsp;Meanwhile, US President Donald Trump has claimed that the 11-day-war has "severely crippled" Iran's military capabilities.&nbsp;"Over the past 11 days, our military has virtually destroyed Iran. Tough country," said while addressing a gathering in Kentucky.&nbsp;"Their air force is gone. That took the better part of about three hours. They no longer have radar. They don't have anti-aircraft equipment. They don't have anything. Their missiles are down by 90 per cent. Their drones are down by 85 per cent. We're blowing up the factories where they're made, left and right," he further said. &nbsp;

If the anti-ship cruise missile deal went through it would have been among the most advanced military hardware to be transferred to Iran by China.

Amid the ongoing war with United States and Israel, Iran was reportedly on the verge of nearing a deal with China to purchase anti-ship cruise missiles. It was reported that the Chinese-made CM-302 missiles is near completion, though no delivery date was fixed for the delivery. However, the claims have now been denied by China. On Monday (March 9) Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said, "The report is not true. As a responsible major country, China always abides by its international obligations. China opposes ill-intentioned association and the spread of disinformation, and hopes relevant sides will choose the course of action conducive to de-escalating the tense situation." China during the 1980s was one of the largest arms supplier of Iran but that slowly dwindled due to international pressure. About CM-302 Missiles The CM-302 anti-ship cruise missiles has a distance of 290 kilometres Its ability to fly low and fast helps it to evade shipborne defences According to defence analysts, these missiles are very difficult to intercept If the deal went through it would have been among the most advanced military hardware to be transferred to Iran by China The deal would defy a United Nations weapons embargo that was first imposed in 2006 “Severely weakened Iran's military capabilities” Meanwhile, US President Donald Trump has claimed that the 11-day-war has "severely crippled" Iran's military capabilities. "Over the past 11 days, our military has virtually destroyed Iran. Tough country," said while addressing a gathering in Kentucky. "Their air force is gone. That took the better part of about three hours. They no longer have radar. They don't have anti-aircraft equipment. They don't have anything. Their missiles are down by 90 per cent. Their drones are down by 85 per cent. We're blowing up the factories where they're made, left and right," he further said.

If the anti-ship cruise missile deal went through it would have been among the most advanced military hardware to be transferred to Iran by China.

Iran war: China slams report of missile deal with Tehran. What is the CM-302 anti-ship cruise missile?

US-Iran-Israel war LIVE | On Feb 28, Israel and the United States launched massive strikes on Iran and described it as “pre-emptive” amid ongoing nuclear negotiations between Tehran and Washington. A day after, Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed. As tensions escalated rapidly, Iran vowed to avenge the killing of the Supreme Leader and launched strikes on all neighbouring Gulf countries that had US bases, justifying it as an attack on “American territory.” Tehran also launched missiles and drones at Israel and has ruled out any possibility of talks with the Americans, calling them out for their “betrayal” during the nuclear negotiations. The Islamic Republic ahs appointed a new Supreme Leader - Khamenei's son Mojtaba Khamenei. On the other side, US President Donald Trump, who previously said that the war might go on for four weeks or so, has now said that the war is almost over. At home, the Republican president is facing immense pressure as he and his team have not been able to justify the endgame and reasons to begin the Iran war. Trump has also said that the decision to end the war will be “mutually” taken along with Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Israel has expanded the war to target Hezbollah in Lebanon and ruled out any possibility of talks with the Lebanese government urging to end hostilities. The Gulf nations and Strait of Hormuz are caught in crosshairs.As the war enters Day 13, world is fearing a dangerous oil and energy crisis. The international actors, including India, China and Russia have urged for dialogue while China and Russia have slammed the US for launching an attack on a sovereign nation. Reports also indicate Russian and Chinese help to Iran, however, there are no substantial proof of the same. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has urged dialogue and said that no solution can be arrived with military conflicts. Indian PM has spoken to leaders of several Gulf nations including Netanyahu. While Indian government has said that contact with top leadership of Iranian regime is not possible at the moment, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has spoken to his counterpart Abbas Araghchi and is in continuous touch with him. The West Asia burns for now, with primary question about the situation of the region after all this ends. Where will the US and Iran relations stand after the war? What will be the locus standi of Israel? How will the Gulf nations behave after the war ends and how long will this conflict continue? Here are all the updates, analysis and developments on the US-Iran-Israel war

Iranian state media said on Thursday that Mansoureh Khojasteh Bagherzadeh, the wife of late Iranian supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, is alive and that earlier reports claiming she had died were incorrect. The clarification came after conflicting information circulated about her condition following the attacks that killed Khamenei.

Iran denies reports of Ali Khamenei's wife's death, says she is alive

Israel Defense Forces (IDF) said on Thursday that they have carried out a wave of strikes on Beirut. The IDF also issued a warning to residents in Beirut, telling them to evacuate immediately.&nbsp;IDF spokesperson Avichay Adraee posted a map on X highlighting a building near University Saint Joseph. “You are located near a facility affiliated with the terrorist Hezbollah, which the Israel Defense Forces will act against,” he said."To ensure your safety and the safety of your family members, you must immediately evacuate the specified building and those adjacent to it, and stay away from them by a distance of at least 300 metres," he added.

Israel initiates fresh wave of strikes on Beirut, warns citizens to evacuate

Iran’s new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei launched his X account on Thursday.&nbsp; The handle translates to “Revolution’s Leader”, NOT, Supreme Leader. The exact Google translation of the handle is ‘Media of the Leader of the Islamic Revolution.’

Iran’s new supreme leader Mojtaba Khamenei launches X account

Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei said in a message that was read on Iran State TV that Iran believes in friendship with neighbours and only targets US bases, and that will inevitably continue.“We believe in friendship with neighbours and only target US bases, and we will inevitably continue,” said Mojtaba in the message.“I assure everyone that we will not forgo vengeance for the blood of your martyrs. The vengeance we have in mind is not limited to the martyrdom of the great leader of the Revolution; rather, every member of the nation who is martyred by the enemy constitutes an independent subject in the file of vengeance,” he added.

‘Believe in friendship with neighbours, only target US bases’: Mojtaba Khamenei

The IDF said on Thursday that it has eliminated the commander of Hezbollah’s southern Lebanon sector in the terror organization’s Radwan Force unit, adding that more than 100 terrorists have been eliminated till now and more than 60 command posts of the Radwan Force unit have been destroyed.The IDF said it struck in the Kharouf sector in Lebanon last Saturday, eliminating Abu Ali Ryan, commander of the southern Lebanon sector in the Radwan Force unit.Ryan was the operations director of the Radwan Force in southern Lebanon and was the central figure responsible for coordinating operations, recruiting activists, and managing the unit's supply chain for combat means.

Commander of Hezbollah’s Radwan Force eliminated: IDF

Up to 3.2 million people have been displaced within Iran since the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) says the US–Israeli war with Iran began on February 28. The UN refugee agency noted that the estimate comes from preliminary assessments of households forced to flee their homes across the country. “This figure is likely to continue rising as hostilities persist, marking a worrying escalation in humanitarian needs,” UNHCR said in a statement. &nbsp;

Up to 3.2 million displaced inside Iran since war began: UNHCR

"Following an attack on two oil storage facilities in Tehran last night, a layer of thick smoke has formed over the city. As a result, today’s precipitation has turned acidic. Reports have already emerged of severe threats to public health due to today’s acidic rain in Tehran, including lung, eye, and skin irritation in children and older age groups," the Iranian government said.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Acid rain in Tehran after strike on oil facilities, Iran says

The Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) attacked a US-owned oil tanker near Iraq, Al Jazeera said, citing sources from the IRGC. The attack reportedly occurred in the early hours of Thursday. &nbsp;

Iran attacks US-owned oil tanker near Iraq

China has tightened export curbs on refined oil products, Bloomberg News reported on Thursday, as Beijing seeks to shield its economy from the war in the West Asia.The world's second-largest economy is the top importer of crude oil, with its refining operations mainly serving the country's massive domestic market.It also exports various refined oil products including gasoline, diesel and jet fuel that totalled 58 million tonnes last year, according to official customs statistics.

China tightens export curbs on refined oil, report says

The West Asia war has impacted the global oil market. International Energy Agency (IAE) said this is the “largest supply disruption”.

West Asia war 'largest supply disruption in history of global oil market': IEA

Explosions were heard over Jerusalem after Israel detected missiles it says were fired from Iran, news agency AFP reports.

Explosions were heard over Jerusalem after Israel detected missiles

Directorate General of Shipping, Mumbai, says that at approximately 2100 hrs UTC on 11 March 2026, the oil tanker MT SAFESEA VISHNU, which was carrying around 48,000 metric tonnes of naphtha, was struck by a white-coloured unmanned speedboat carrying explosives as per preliminary reports. The incident occurred near Basra, Iraq, on 11 March 2026, during ship-to-ship (STS) cargo loading operations off Khor Al Zubair Port.

Indian oil tanker carrying hydrocarbon mixture struck in Iraq

US President Donald Trump on Wednesday (Mar 11) once again threatened to cut trade with Spain over its stance on the Iran war. He accused Madrid of failing to cooperate with NATO after the Spanish government refused to allow the US military to use its jointly operated bases in the country for strikes against the Islamic Republic. This comes after Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez distanced his administration from the conflict in the Middle East, saying that his government’s position could be summed up in three words: “No to war.”<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-they-ve-been-very-bad-trump-warns-spain-of-cutting-trade-ties-over-iran-war-stance-1773295571210">Read More</a>

‘They’ve been very bad’: Trump warns Spain of cutting trade ties over Iran war

Thailand summoned Iran’s ambassador on Thursday after a Thai cargo ship was attacked in the Strait of Hormuz, leaving three Thai crew members missing.

Thailand summons Iranian envoy after attack on cargo ship

Explosions were heard in downtown Dubai on Thursday, as Iran continued its campaign against the Gulf in its retaliation to US-Israel attack.

Explosions heard in downtown Dubai

Thailand’s Foreign Ministry has invited Iran’s ambassador for talks after a Thai cargo ship was attacked in the Strait of Hormuz, leaving three Thai crew members missing.

Thailand summons Iranian envoy after attack on cargo ship leaves 3 crew missing

Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani said Thursday there had been an "attack" on an Italian base in the Iraqi Kurdish city of Erbil, but there were no injuries."I strongly condemn the attack on the Italian base in Erbil," Tajani said on X, without giving details. "I just spoke with the Italian ambassador to Iraq. Fortunately, all our soldiers are well and safe in the bunker," he said. Italy has soldiers in Erbil training Kurdistan security forces as part of an international coalition force.

Italy says its military base in Iraqi Kurdistan attacked, no injuries

Saudi Arabia's defence ministry said on X that it had intercepted two drones heading towards the Shaybah oil field in the southeast of the country.It said it had intercepted seven drones heading to the oil field on Wednesday.

Drones target Saudi oil field 

Dubai's Creek Harbour neighbourhood on Wednesday (Mar 11) suffered a drone attack, which caused a fire in a high-rise residential building there. Dramatic videos shared on social media platforms, including X, show the blaze. The incident was confirmed by the Dubai Media Office, which said evacuations were carried out to ensure everyone's safety in the building. The drone is believed to be of Iranian origin. Amid the war in West Asia, Dubai is one of the Gulf nations that Iran's forces have targeted in their retaliatory attacks after the United States and Israel started a war with their "pre-emptive" strikes under Operation Epic Fury and Operation Lion's Roar.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/dubai-creek-harbour-strike-drone-hits-luxury-residential-building-sparking-major-fire-and-evacuations-amid-iran-war-watch-1773280236925">Read more here</a><img src="https://cdn1.wionews.com/prod/wion/images/2026/20260312/image-1773280943493.png?rect=(0,0,1200,900)&amp;imwidth=800&amp;imheight=600&amp;format=webp&amp;quality=medium" alt="Dubai Creek Harbour strike: Drone hits luxury residential building, sparking major fire and evacuations amid Iran war — Watch"> &nbsp;

Dubai Creek Harbour strike: Drone hits luxury residential building, sparking major fire and evacuations amid Iran war — Watch

Oil prices surged, with Brent crude breaking back above $100 a barrel.Brent jumped more than nine per cent to as high as $101.59 a barrel, while West Texas Intermediate was also up more than nine per cent to hit $95.97.

Oil prices surge to over $100 a barrel

Australia, as per reports, will adjust its fuel quality standards to allow higher sulfur levels for around two months in a move that will release around 100 million litres a month into the domestic supply.New Zealand officials, meanwhile, said they were considering using decades-old laws to restrict vehicle use if fuel supplies dwindled. Both countries are heavily reliant on oil imports for fuel.

Australia, Newzealand prepare for fuel shortages 

Why did Iran post a cartoon of Donald Trump labelled “Nobel Cannibal”?The image shows the US president smiling amid bloodied school bags after reports linked a Tomahawk missile to a deadly strike on an Iranian girls’ school. What message is Tehran trying to send?&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-nobel-cannibal-khamenei-s-x-account-posts-ghastly-trump-cartoon-after-potus-floats-twisted-tomahawk-theory-on-minab-school-strike-1773194272348">Click here to read</a><figure class="image"><img src="https://cdn1.wionews.com/prod/wion/images/2026/20260311/image-1773194293307.png?rect=(0,0,1200,900)&amp;imwidth=800&amp;imheight=600&amp;format=webp&amp;quality=medium" alt="'Nobel Cannibal': Khamenei’s X account posts ghastly Trump cartoon after POTUS floats Tomahawk theory on Iran school strike"></figure>

'Nobel Cannibal': Khamenei’s X account posts ghastly Trump cartoon after POTUS floats Tomahawk theory on Iran school strike

The Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has intensified its maritime blockade in the Persian Gulf, claiming to have already targeted numerous international vessels while enforcing a strict "no-move" zone in the strategic waterway. In a post on X, state broadcaster Press TV shared a field documentary from the "heart of the Persian Gulf and the Strait of Hormuz", which shows vessels that "remain silent--yet are targeted by the IRGC if they shift even a few meters."

"Remain silent or be targeted": IRGC enforces lethal "no-move" zone in Strait of Hormuz

How much is Donald Trump’s war on Iran costing the United States?A Pentagon briefing suggests the US spent $11.3 billion in just the first week of Operation Epic Fury, including billions on munitions alone. What exactly is driving these staggering war costs?&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/this-is-how-much-iran-war-cost-us-in-first-week-pentagon-reveals-shocking-number-1773284909499">Click here to find out</a><figure class="image"><img src="https://cdn1.wionews.com/prod/wion/images/2026/20260312/image-1773287552575.png?rect=(0,3,1195,895)&amp;imwidth=800&amp;imheight=600&amp;format=webp&amp;quality=medium" alt="THIS is how much Iran war cost US in first week: Pentagon reveals shocking number"></figure>

THIS is how much Iran war cost US in first week: Pentagon reveals shocking number

Iran has hacked and disabled Israel’s railway system, the Fars news agency said.

US-Iran-Israel war LIVE | Iranian cyberattack disables Israel’s railway system

Hindustan Times and ANI quoting sources said that two Indian-flagged vessels have reportedly been allowed to transit the Strait of Hormuz amid the ongoing US–Iran war, even as most ships remain stranded due to fears of being caught in the conflict that erupted on February 28

US-Iran-Israel war LIVE | India diplomacy pays off, crude tanker crosses Hormuz, two more ships allowed 

US-Iran-Israel war LIVE | Iran allows India's crude vessel through Strait of Hormuz, tanker reaches Mumbai Port

Iran’s Tasnim news agency publishes a list of potential targets for Iran, including the offices of tech giants such as Amazon, Google, Microsoft and Nvidia in Gulf countries and Israel. “With the expansion of regional war into infrastructure warfare, the scope of Iran’s potential targets are gradually expanding,” Tasnim writes, without citing a source for the possible development.

US-Iran-Israel war LIVE | Iran threatens Israel and Gulf offices of US tech giants Amazon, Google, Microsoft and Nvidia

The commander of Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Naval Force has said that vessel seeking to sail through the Strait of Hormuz must obtain Iran's approval; otherwise, it could become a target of Iranian attacks. Rear Admiral Alireza Tangsiri said that two ships that had ignored Iran's warnings were targeted in the Strait on Wednesday. "Were the ships assured of safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz? This should be asked of the crews of the vessels Express Rome and Mayuree Naree, who today, trusting in empty promises, ignored the warnings and intended to cross the Strait, but were caught. Any vessel intending to pass must obtain permission from Iran," the Iranian general said in a post on X.

US-Iran-Israel war LIVE | Iran's Navy Chief says vessels seeking to sail through Strait of Hormuz needs Iran's approval or could be targeted

During a cabinet meeting, Qatar’s Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani called for strengthening the country’s ability to withstand “hardship” as the US-Israel war on Iran rages.

US-Iran-Israel war LIVE | Qatar PM urges resilience and unity amid Iran strikes

Thailand's Royal Thai Navy's bulk carrier travelling in the crucial Strait of Hormuz was attacked on Mar 11

US-Iran-Israel war LIVE | PICS show destruction in Beirut after strikes by Israel to target Hezbollah (AFP images)

According to the World Travel and Tourism Council, the US and Israel’s war with Iran is costing the West Asia’s travel and tourism sector at least $600 million per day in lost international visitor spending

Iran war costing West Asia travel industry $600m a day, global body warns

French President Emmanuel Macron called for Israel to halt its ground offensive in Lebanon and on Iran-backed group Hezbollah

US-Iran-Israel war LIVE | French president calls on Israel, Hezbollah to stop offensives

Oman has evacuated vessels from a primary oil export terminal in Mina al Fahal as a “precautionary” measure, Bloomberg reported. It comes after after videos online showed a big fire at the Oman port.

US-Iran-Israel war LIVE  Oman evacuates vessels from key oil export terminal

Bahrain’s Ministry of Interior has said that it has arrested four Bahrainis for “espionage activities with the Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps”, including photographing locations in the country.

US-Iran-Israel war LIVE | Bahrain arrests four on charges of spying for Iran

Drone strikes have hit oil storage facilities at Oman’s Salalah port, triggering a massive fire as local authorities rush to contain the blaze. &lt;blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"&gt;&lt;p lang="en" dir="ltr"&gt;Drones have struck oil storage facilities in Oman’s ⁠Salalah port, as local authorities respond to a huge blaze. &lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;The strikes come amid Iranian attacks on energy production, storage sites throughout the Gulf in response to ongoing US-Israeli attacks. &lt;a href="https://t.co/wtlQAJM7wc"&gt;pic.twitter.com/wtlQAJM7wc&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&amp;mdash; Al Jazeera Breaking News (@AJENews) &lt;a href="https://twitter.com/AJENews/status/2031753076348956828?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw"&gt;March 11, 2026&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/blockquote&gt; &lt;script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"&gt;&lt;/script&gt;

Videos show massive fire at fuel storage after drone attack on Oman port

According to Al Jazeera Arabic report, three people have been killed and four wounded after an airstrike targeted a military camp belonging to the Popular Mobilization Forces (PMF) in the western town of al-Qaim.

US-Iran-Israel war LIVE | Three killed in air attack on Iraqi paramilitary base

Israel's military said that multiple waves of Iranian missiles were fired at Israel and that air defences were deployed to intercept them, with Israel announcing "wide-scale" strikes on Tehran and Hezbollah.

US-Iran-Israel war LIVE | IDF warns missiles fired from Iran heading for Israel

Saudi Arabia shot down a drone approaching a district housing foreign embassies, the country's defence ministry said

US-Iran-Israel war LIVE | Saudi Arabia shoots down drone approaching embassy district

The Dubai Media Office reported a “minor fire” at a residential building after a drone fell on the structure.&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://cdn1.wionews.com/prod/wion/images/2026/20260312/image-1773285212694.png"></figure>

US-Iran-Israel war LIVE | Drone sparks ‘minor fire’ at Dubai residential building

Iranian drones reportedly attacked the port of Salalah in the Sultanate of Oman, which caused damage to several fuel tanks at the port. Qatar’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs strongly condemned the incident and described the attack as a “blatant act of aggression and a flagrant violation of international law and its principles” as well as a “dangerous escalation”.

Oman’s Salalah port attacked, Qatar condemns Iranian action

Iran claimed responsibility for blowing up two oil tankers near Iraq that killed at least one crew member, 38 people were rescued

US-Iran-Israel war LIVE | Iran claims responsibility for twin oil tanker blasts near Iraq; 1 dead, 38 rescued

After Iraq, Bahrain has said that its fuel tanks were attacked. It has requested residents to stay at home, reported AFP

US-Iran-Israel war LIVE | Bahrain says fuel tanks attacked

Brent crude back above $100 a barrel amid escalating war in West Asia

US-Iran-Israel war LIVE | Brent crude back above $100 a barrel

The Strait of Hormuz is the primary flashpoint in an escalating military conflict involving Iran, the United States, and Israel. The waterway, which carries approximately 20% of global oil and 25% of LNG, is considered "effectively closed" due to Iranian attacks and the reported deployment of naval mines.&nbsp; At least three ships were hit by "unknown projectiles" near the strait on Wednesday morning, with one cargo vessel catching fire and its crew evacuating. US intelligence reports that Iran has begun planting naval mines in the strait; US Central Command (CENTCOM) claimed to have destroyed 16 Iranian minelayers and multiple naval vessels in response. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-says-cargo-ship-set-ablaze-in-strait-of-hormuz-after-being-struck-by-projectile-1773210076829">READ MORE</a>

US-Iran-Israel war LIVE | Strait of Hormuz on edge

Israel and the US launched strikes on Iran on Feb 28, triggering a major regional war. Iran retaliated with missile and drone attacks on Israel and US-linked Gulf bases after the killing of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. As the conflict enters Day 13, global fears rise over oil disruption

US-Iran-Israel war LIVE | On Feb 28, Israel and the United States launched massive strikes on Iran and described it as “pre-emptive” amid ongoing nuclear negotiations between Tehran and Washington. A day after, Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed. As tensions escalated rapidly, Iran vowed to avenge the killing of the Supreme Leader and launched strikes on all neighbouring Gulf countries that had US bases, justifying it as an attack on “American territory.” Tehran also launched missiles and drones at Israel and has ruled out any possibility of talks with the Americans, calling them out for their “betrayal” during the nuclear negotiations. The Islamic Republic ahs appointed a new Supreme Leader - Khamenei's son Mojtaba Khamenei. On the other side, US President Donald Trump, who previously said that the war might go on for four weeks or so, has now said that the war is almost over. At home, the Republican president is facing immense pressure as he and his team have not been able to justify the endgame and reasons to begin the Iran war. Trump has also said that the decision to end the war will be “mutually” taken along with Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Israel has expanded the war to target Hezbollah in Lebanon and ruled out any possibility of talks with the Lebanese government urging to end hostilities. The Gulf nations and Strait of Hormuz are caught in crosshairs. As the war enters Day 13, world is fearing a dangerous oil and energy crisis. The international actors, including India, China and Russia have urged for dialogue while China and Russia have slammed the US for launching an attack on a sovereign nation. Reports also indicate Russian and Chinese help to Iran, however, there are no substantial proof of the same. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has urged dialogue and said that no solution can be arrived with military conflicts. Indian PM has spoken to leaders of several Gulf nations including Netanyahu. While Indian government has said that contact with top leadership of Iranian regime is not possible at the moment, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has spoken to his counterpart Abbas Araghchi and is in continuous touch with him. The West Asia burns for now, with primary question about the situation of the region after all this ends. Where will the US and Iran relations stand after the war? What will be the locus standi of Israel? How will the Gulf nations behave after the war ends and how long will this conflict continue? Here are all the updates, analysis and developments on the US-Iran-Israel war

Israel and the US launched strikes on Iran on Feb 28, triggering a major regional war. Iran retaliated with missile and drone attacks on Israel and US-linked Gulf bases after the killing of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. As the conflict enters Day 13, global fears rise over oil disruption

US-Iran-Israel war | Iran denies reports of Ali Khamenei's wife's death, says she is alive

For the first time since the beginning of the war on Feb 28, Iran has set three conditions to end the raging war. In a post on X, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on Thursday (Mar 12), after speaking to leaders of Russia and Pakistan, said that the war will only end after three conditions will be met - namely - recognition of Islamic Republic's legitimate rights, payment of reparations and firm international guarantees against future aggression. This comes after US President Donald Trump called Iran a “tough country” and declared victory in the war but provided no evidence of the claims. The statement by Pezeshkian is also a first as several Iranian diplomats including foreign minister Abbas Araghchi ruled out any possibility of talks with the Americans, saying that Iran was betrayed as the attack came in the middle of nuclear negotiations with the US.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/-govt-won-t-leave-indians-stranded-says-pm-modi-slams-congress-for-politicising-iran-war-1773224945175">‘Govt won’t leave Indians stranded,’ says PM Modi</a><figure class="image"><img src="https://cdn1.wionews.com/prod/wion/images/2026/20260312/image-1773290728527.png"></figure>Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-aggressive-action-and-crimes-by-us-israel-what-iran-fm-araghchi-told-india-s-jaishankar-in-phone-call-amid-war-1773203421596">'Aggressive action and crimes by US, Israel...': What Iran FM Araghchi told</a><h2>Trump claims victory in the war?</h2>Trump on Wednesday (Mar 11) claimed that the US has “won” the war, saying Tehran “didn’t expect anything like this.” This came after Trump claimed that the war with Iran is nearly finished, describing the situation as “very complete.” In an interview with CBS News, Trump said that the conflict had progressed much faster than initially expected and could end soon. He also went on to claim that Tehran has nothing left in a "military sense." However, in a speech to House Republicans in Florida, hours after his TV interview, Trump said that “We’ve already won in many ways, but we haven’t won enough. We go forward more determined than ever to achieve ultimate victory…"&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-four-weeks-to-war-is-very-complete-to-not-won-enough-trump-contradicts-himself-about-endgame-of-iran-war-khamenei-dead-netanyahu-israel-1773117026231">Read more about Trump's conflicting statements HERE</a>&nbsp;Trump administration has been giving conflicting statements about the war and Trump seems to be not knowing the endgame of the war. While his team asserted that the war has just began, he said that the decision to end the war will be taken “mutually” with Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu. Meanwhile, US Democratic Senator Chris Murphy claimed that he attended a two-hour briefing on the Iran War by Trump administration and went on to say that “Trump can't defend this war in public.” He stated that the Trump administration, including the US president himself say that primary focus of the war is not regime change or dismantling of nuclear weapons program.&nbsp;Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing conflicts in West Asia involving Israel, Iran, the 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.&nbsp;

Iran has outlined three conditions to end the war—recognition of its legitimate rights, payment of reparations and international guarantees against future attacks. President Masoud Pezeshkian announced the demands amid US claims of victory in the conflict.

For the first time since the beginning of the war on Feb 28, Iran has set three conditions to end the raging war. In a post on X, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on Thursday (Mar 12), after speaking to leaders of Russia and Pakistan, said that the war will only end after three conditions will be met - namely - recognition of Islamic Republic's legitimate rights, payment of reparations and firm international guarantees against future aggression. This comes after US President Donald Trump called Iran a “tough country” and declared victory in the war but provided no evidence of the claims. The statement by Pezeshkian is also a first as several Iranian diplomats including foreign minister Abbas Araghchi ruled out any possibility of talks with the Americans, saying that Iran was betrayed as the attack came in the middle of nuclear negotiations with the US. Also Read: ‘Govt won’t leave Indians stranded,’ says PM Modi Also Read: 'Aggressive action and crimes by US, Israel...': What Iran FM Araghchi told Trump claims victory in the war? Trump on Wednesday (Mar 11) claimed that the US has “won” the war, saying Tehran “didn’t expect anything like this.” This came after Trump claimed that the war with Iran is nearly finished, describing the situation as “very complete.” In an interview with CBS News, Trump said that the conflict had progressed much faster than initially expected and could end soon. He also went on to claim that Tehran has nothing left in a "military sense." However, in a speech to House Republicans in Florida, hours after his TV interview, Trump said that “We’ve already won in many ways, but we haven’t won enough. We go forward more determined than ever to achieve ultimate victory…" Read more about Trump's conflicting statements HERE Trump administration has been giving conflicting statements about the war and Trump seems to be not knowing the endgame of the war. While his team asserted that the war has just began, he said that the decision to end the war will be taken “mutually” with Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu. Meanwhile, US Democratic Senator Chris Murphy claimed that he attended a two-hour briefing on the Iran War by Trump administration and went on to say that “Trump can't defend this war in public.” He stated that the Trump administration, including the US president himself say that primary focus of the war is not regime change or dismantling of nuclear weapons program. Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing conflicts in West Asia involving Israel, Iran, the 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 outlined three conditions to end the war—recognition of its legitimate rights, payment of reparations and international guarantees against future attacks. President Masoud Pezeshkian announced the demands amid US claims of victory in the conflict.

Iran sets three conditions to end war even as Trump declared 'US has won' — What are these and will the conflict end soon?

As the war continues in West Asia, the United States Central Command on Wednesday (Mar 11) said that Iran is “losing air capability” against the US forces. It added that the American military is not just defending against Iranian threats but is “methodically dismantling them.”“The Iranian regime is losing air capability day by day. US forces aren’t just defending against Iranian threats, we are methodically dismantling them,” CENTCOM said on X.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">The Iranian regime is losing air capability day by day. U.S. forces aren’t just defending against Iranian threats, we are methodically dismantling them. <a href="https://t.co/CrJj2nFtHB">pic.twitter.com/CrJj2nFtHB</a>&mdash; U.S. Central Command (@CENTCOM) <a href="https://twitter.com/CENTCOM/status/2031884186231926928?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 12, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

On February 28, the US and Israeli military launched strikes on Iran, killing Iran’s supreme leader Ali Khamenei and several other top Iranian officials. The operation was named ‘Epic Fury’ by the US and ‘Lion’s Roar’ by Israel. The attacks came amid heightened tensions between Washington and Tehran and ongoing talks over Iran’s nuclear program. In retaliation, Iran launched attacks on Israel and US military bases in the region, including in Bahrain, Kuwait, the UAE, Iraq, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Jordan, and Azerbaijan.In a recent declaration, US President Donald Trump on Wednesday (Mar 11) claimed victory in the war with Iran, without providing any evidence to support his remarks. “Let me say we’ve won. You know, you never like to say too early that you won. We won. We won, in the first hour it was over, but we won,” he said.On the other hand, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on Thursday (Mar 12) has set three conditions to end the raging war. In a first statement on ending war, Pezeshkian said, “The only way to end this war—ignited by the Zionist regime &amp; US—is recognizing Iran’s legitimate rights, payment of reparations, and firm int’l guarantees against future aggression.”Following the supreme leader’s death, Iran’s Assembly of Experts has selected Mojtaba Khamenei as the country’s new Supreme Leader on Sunday (Mar 8), marking the first time the position passed from father to son in the Islamic Republic’s history. However, multiple reports suggested that his selection was forced by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps and was opposed by several clerics, who reportedly boycotted the meeting where his selection was made.Since the US and Israeli strikes on Iran, which began on February 28, Mojtaba has not made an appearance or statement in public. Following speculations that he has been severely injured in the strikes, Yousef Pezeshkian, the son of President Masoud Pezeshkian, said on Wednesday (Mar 11) that Mojtaba is “safe and sound” despite injuries sustained during the ongoing war.Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing conflicts in West Asia involving Israel, Iran, the 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.

CENTCOM said Iran is “losing air capability” as US forces continue operations in the West Asia conflict. The command stated that American troops are not only defending but also systematically dismantling Iranian threats.

As the war continues in West Asia, the United States Central Command on Wednesday (Mar 11) said that Iran is “losing air capability” against the US forces. It added that the American military is not just defending against Iranian threats but is “methodically dismantling them.” “The Iranian regime is losing air capability day by day. US forces aren’t just defending against Iranian threats, we are methodically dismantling them,” CENTCOM said on X.

CENTCOM said Iran is “losing air capability” as US forces continue operations in the West Asia conflict. The command stated that American troops are not only defending but also systematically dismantling Iranian threats.

‘Methodically dismantling them’: US CENTCOM claims Iran ‘losing air capability’ amid West Asia war – WATCH

In yet another move &nbsp;the United States on Wednesday announced the launch of investigations into alleged unfair trade practices by 16 key countries. The US said that the step is part of an urgent effort by President Donald Trump’s administration to reinstate tariffs that were recently struck down as illegal by the Supreme Court of the United States. The investigations are being carried out under Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974, which authorises the Office of the United States Trade Representative to impose tariffs or other retaliatory measures on countries found to be engaging in unfair trade practices. US trade representative Jamieson Greer told reporters that the probe will be followed by additional nations. The list of countries include:<ul><li>India</li><li>Mexico</li><li>China</li><li>European Union</li><li>Japan</li><li>Taiwan</li><li>Vietnam</li><li>South Korea</li><li>Singapore</li><li>Switzerland</li><li>Norway</li><li>Indonesia</li><li>Malaysia</li><li>Cambodia</li><li>Bangladesh</li><li>Thailand</li></ul>&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/-govt-won-t-leave-indians-stranded-says-pm-modi-slams-congress-for-politicising-iran-war-1773224945175">‘Govt won’t leave Indians stranded,’ says PM Modi</a><h2>What this means?</h2>The move essentially means that after Supreme Court's shock, the administration is now using a different law, Section 301, to investigate trade partners. This law specifically targets "unfair" practices, providing a more established legal justification for imposing taxes. The justification given by Trump administration to launch a probe is a claim that these 16 countries are manufacturing far more goods than their own people can buy and then they are dumping their extra products into the US at low prices, thereby harming American manufacturers. “We do expect that there will be other Section 301 investigations on a country-specific basis, or maybe other tools or investigations that may come up. I won’t go into too much detail,” Greer said. He also said that the trading partners, subject to the investigation, will also be consulted. “After all of that, we will have our findings and our analysis, and we will propose, if necessary, a responsive action. Responsive action can take a number of forms. It can be tariffs, it can be fees on services, it can be other things,” he added.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-aggressive-action-and-crimes-by-us-israel-what-iran-fm-araghchi-told-india-s-jaishankar-in-phone-call-amid-war-1773203421596">'Aggressive action and crimes by US, Israel...': What Iran FM Araghchi told</a><h2>India and US trade deal</h2>India's name in the list appeared even as Washington and New Delhi announced a trade deal in February, where Indian exports to the US were reduce to a tariff level of 18 per cent, from previous 50 per cent. However, days after the announcement of the deal, the US Supreme Court, in a 6-3 ruling, said that the US President did not have the authority to levy such duties under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act, or IEEPA. Soon after, Trump announced a 15 per cent global tariff. A chart provided by Reuters News Agency to show the goods trade surplus of the 16 countries with the US:<figure class="table"><table><thead><tr><th>Country/Area</th><th>Goods trade surplus/deficit 2025 ($ mln)</th><th>Goods trade surplus/deficit 2024 ($ mln)</th><th>Change ($ ⁠mln)</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td>European ​Union</td><td>218,750</td><td>235,874</td><td>-17,124</td></tr><tr><td>China</td><td>202,071</td><td>295,515</td><td>-93,444</td></tr><tr><td>Mexico</td><td>196,913</td><td>171,491</td><td>25,422</td></tr><tr><td>Vietnam</td><td>178,183</td><td>123,457</td><td>54,726</td></tr><tr><td>Taiwan</td><td>146,756</td><td>73,718</td><td>73,038</td></tr><tr><td>Thailand</td><td>71,856</td><td>45,492</td><td>26,364</td></tr><tr><td>Japan</td><td>63,883</td><td>69,392</td><td>-5,509</td></tr><tr><td>India</td><td>58,216</td><td>45,801</td><td>12,415</td></tr><tr><td>Korea, South</td><td>56,416</td><td>65,967</td><td>-9,551</td></tr><tr><td>Switzerland</td><td>34,304</td><td>38,283</td><td>-3,979</td></tr><tr><td>Malaysia</td><td>30,791</td><td>24,854</td><td>5,937</td></tr><tr><td>Indonesia</td><td>23,716</td><td>17,893</td><td>5,823</td></tr><tr><td>Cambodia</td><td>14,928</td><td>12,327</td><td>2,601</td></tr><tr><td>Bangladesh</td><td>7,146</td><td>6,063</td><td>1,083</td></tr><tr><td>Norway</td><td>2,069</td><td>2,043</td><td>26</td></tr><tr><td>Singapore</td><td>-3,553</td><td>-1,855</td><td>-1,698</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>&nbsp;

The US has launched investigations into alleged unfair trade practices by 16 key trading partners under Section 301 of the Trade Act. The move comes after the SC blocked earlier tariffs, as the Trump administration seeks new legal grounds to impose duties 

In yet another move the United States on Wednesday announced the launch of investigations into alleged unfair trade practices by 16 key countries. The US said that the step is part of an urgent effort by President Donald Trump’s administration to reinstate tariffs that were recently struck down as illegal by the Supreme Court of the United States. The investigations are being carried out under Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974, which authorises the Office of the United States Trade Representative to impose tariffs or other retaliatory measures on countries found to be engaging in unfair trade practices. US trade representative Jamieson Greer told reporters that the probe will be followed by additional nations. The list of countries include: India Mexico China European Union Japan Taiwan Vietnam South Korea Singapore Switzerland Norway Indonesia Malaysia Cambodia Bangladesh Thailand Also Read: ‘Govt won’t leave Indians stranded,’ says PM Modi What this means? The move essentially means that after Supreme Court's shock, the administration is now using a different law, Section 301, to investigate trade partners. This law specifically targets "unfair" practices, providing a more established legal justification for imposing taxes. The justification given by Trump administration to launch a probe is a claim that these 16 countries are manufacturing far more goods than their own people can buy and then they are dumping their extra products into the US at low prices, thereby harming American manufacturers. “We do expect that there will be other Section 301 investigations on a country-specific basis, or maybe other tools or investigations that may come up. I won’t go into too much detail,” Greer said. He also said that the trading partners, subject to the investigation, will also be consulted. “After all of that, we will have our findings and our analysis, and we will propose, if necessary, a responsive action. Responsive action can take a number of forms. It can be tariffs, it can be fees on services, it can be other things,” he added. Also Read: 'Aggressive action and crimes by US, Israel...': What Iran FM Araghchi told India and US trade deal India's name in the list appeared even as Washington and New Delhi announced a trade deal in February, where Indian exports to the US were reduce to a tariff level of 18 per cent, from previous 50 per cent. However, days after the announcement of the deal, the US Supreme Court, in a 6-3 ruling, said that the US President did not have the authority to levy such duties under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act, or IEEPA. Soon after, Trump announced a 15 per cent global tariff. A chart provided by Reuters News Agency to show the goods trade surplus of the 16 countries with the US: Country/Area Goods trade surplus/deficit 2025 ($ mln) Goods trade surplus/deficit 2024 ($ mln) Change ($ ⁠mln) European Union 218,750 235,874 -17,124 China 202,071 295,515 -93,444 Mexico 196,913 171,491 25,422 Vietnam 178,183 123,457 54,726 Taiwan 146,756 73,718 73,038 Thailand 71,856 45,492 26,364 Japan 63,883 69,392 -5,509 India 58,216 45,801 12,415 Korea, South 56,416 65,967 -9,551 Switzerland 34,304 38,283 -3,979 Malaysia 30,791 24,854 5,937 Indonesia 23,716 17,893 5,823 Cambodia 14,928 12,327 2,601 Bangladesh 7,146 6,063 1,083 Norway 2,069 2,043 26 Singapore -3,553 -1,855 -1,698

The US has launched investigations into alleged unfair trade practices by 16 key trading partners under Section 301 of the Trade Act. The move comes after the SC blocked earlier tariffs, as the Trump administration seeks new legal grounds to impose duties&nbsp;

India among 16 countries hit by Trump's 'unfair trade probe': What this latest tariff push means

The Pentagon, in a briefing earlier this week, revealed a shocking estimate of what President Donald Trump's war on Iran is costing the United States. According to reports, America spent at least US $11.3 billion over the first week of the war that started on February 28, with the US and Israel launching "pre-emptive" strikes against Iran under Operation Epic Fury and Operation Lion's Roar, respectively. The latest US war spending figure comes after it was reported that the US had spent $5 billion on munitions alone over the first weekend of the war in West Asia.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/dubai-creek-harbour-strike-drone-hits-luxury-residential-building-sparking-major-fire-and-evacuations-amid-iran-war-watch-1773280236925">Dubai Creek Harbour: High-rise ablaze after drone strike amid Iran war — Video</a><h2>Operation Epic Fury cost: $11.3 billion in one week</h2>The 11.3 billion figure, as per an AP News report citing a person familiar with the situation who spoke on the condition of anonymity, was provided to ​lawmakers&nbsp;during a closed-door briefing. Notably, the figure did not include the entire cost of the war, and was only given as US lawmakers clamoured for more information about the conflict that on Thursday (Mar 12) entered its 13th day. Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-nobel-cannibal-khamenei-s-x-account-posts-ghastly-trump-cartoon-after-potus-floats-twisted-tomahawk-theory-on-minab-school-strike-1773194272348">'Nobel Cannibal': Khamenei’s X account posts ghastly Trump cartoon after POTUS floats Tomahawk theory on Iran school strike</a><h2>White House to ask Congress for additional funds for the Iran war?</h2>Citing congressional aides, Reuters reports that the White House is expected to soon submit a request ​to Congress for additional funding for the war. Senior Trump administration officials had previously indicated that a supplemental funding request could be made soon. Some officials have reportedly said the request ​could be for $50 billion, while others have said that estimate seems low. &nbsp;Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing conflicts in West Asia involving Israel, Iran, the 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.

How much is Donald Trump’s war on Iran costing the United States?

A Pentagon briefing suggests the US spent $11.3 billion in just the first week of Operation Epic Fury, including billions on munitions alone. What exactly is driving these staggering war costs? Scroll down to find out.

The Pentagon, in a briefing earlier this week, revealed a shocking estimate of what President Donald Trump's war on Iran is costing the United States. According to reports, America spent at least US $11.3 billion over the first week of the war that started on February 28, with the US and Israel launching "pre-emptive" strikes against Iran under Operation Epic Fury and Operation Lion's Roar, respectively. The latest US war spending figure comes after it was reported that the US had spent $5 billion on munitions alone over the first weekend of the war in West Asia. Also read | Dubai Creek Harbour: High-rise ablaze after drone strike amid Iran war — Video Operation Epic Fury cost: $11.3 billion in one week The 11.3 billion figure, as per an AP News report citing a person familiar with the situation who spoke on the condition of anonymity, was provided to lawmakers during a closed-door briefing. Notably, the figure did not include the entire cost of the war, and was only given as US lawmakers clamoured for more information about the conflict that on Thursday (Mar 12) entered its 13th day. Also read | 'Nobel Cannibal': Khamenei’s X account posts ghastly Trump cartoon after POTUS floats Tomahawk theory on Iran school strike White House to ask Congress for additional funds for the Iran war? Citing congressional aides, Reuters reports that the White House is expected to soon submit a request to Congress for additional funding for the war. Senior Trump administration officials had previously indicated that a supplemental funding request could be made soon. Some officials have reportedly said the request could be for $50 billion, while others have said that estimate seems low. Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing conflicts in West Asia involving Israel, Iran, the 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.

How much is Donald Trump’s war on Iran costing the United States?A Pentagon briefing suggests the US spent $11.3 billion in just the first week of Operation Epic Fury, including billions on munitions alone. What exactly is driving these staggering war costs? Scroll down to find out.

A nearly 12-foot satirical statue of Donald Trump and Jeffrey Epstein recreating the famous “Titanic” pose appeared on Washington’s National Mall. The installation by anonymous artists sparked crowds and political reactions.

‘Titanic’ twist: Mystery artists install shocking Trump-Epstein statue on Washington’s National Mall – PICS

Dubai's Creek Harbour neighbourhood on Wednesday (Mar 11) suffered a drone attack, which caused a fire in a high-rise residential building there. Dramatic videos shared on social media platforms, including X, show the blaze. The incident was confirmed by the Dubai Media Office, which said evacuations were carried out to ensure the safety of people in the building. The drone is believed to be of Iranian origin. Amid the war in West Asia, Dubai is one of the Gulf nations that Iran's forces have targeted in their retaliatory attacks after the United States and Israel started a war with their "pre-emptive" strikes under Operation Epic Fury and Operation Lion's Roar.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-claims-responsibility-for-twin-oil-tanker-blasts-near-iraq-1-dead-38-rescued-us-israel-iran-war-1773277311376">Iran claims responsibility for twin oil tanker blasts near Iraq that killed 1</a><h2>Attack in Dubai</h2>On X, Dubai's media office confirmed that authorities were “responding to an incident involving a drone that fell on a building in the vicinity of Dubai Creek Harbor.”

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">فرق الدفاع المدني تسيطر على حريق محدود في المبنى ولم يتم تسجيل إصابات حتى الآن. <a href="https://t.co/zUsatsOQ6M">pic.twitter.com/zUsatsOQ6M</a>&mdash; Dubai Media Office (@DXBMediaOffice) <a href="https://twitter.com/DXBMediaOffice/status/2031871412521374063?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 11, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Videos of the burning building are being widely shared on social media and are going viral. Watch here:

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">⚡️Scenes from Dubai tonight after a drone attack <a href="https://t.co/gHHJUqjKGJ">pic.twitter.com/gHHJUqjKGJ</a>&mdash; The Global Monitor (@theglobal4u) <a href="https://twitter.com/theglobal4u/status/2031863674705756670?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 11, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Creek Harbor is a posh neighbourhood in Dubai. It features apartments, penthouses, and luxury hotels like the Vida Creek Harbor, Address Harbor Point, and Palace Residences, among others. In addition to the drone attack on Creek Harbor, a fire was reported at Jumeirah Palm, and the Dubai airport also sustained damage.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/dubai-creek-harbour-strike-drone-hits-luxury-residential-building-sparking-major-fire-and-evacuations-amid-iran-war-watch-1773280236925">Dubai Creek Harbour: High-rise ablaze after drone strike amid Iran war — Video</a><h2>UNSC condemns Iran's attacks on neighbours</h2>The United Nations Security Council on Wednesday (March 11) adopted a resolution urging Iran to stop its attacks on Gulf nations, but the text avoided mentioning recent US or Israeli strikes on Iran, which drew sharp criticism from Tehran.The resolution passed with 13 votes in favour, while veto-holding members China and Russia abstained. It “demands the immediate cessation of all attacks by the Islamic Republic of Iran against Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, and Jordan.” The measure also “condemns any actions or threats by the Islamic Republic of Iran aimed at closing, obstructing, or otherwise interfering with international navigation through the Strait of Hormuz.”&nbsp; &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.

A luxury residential high-rise in the Dubai Creek Harbour district was struck by a drone on Wednesday (Mar 11), sparking a blaze that triggered emergency evacuations across the waterfront neighbourhood. Scroll down for video and more.

Dubai's Creek Harbour neighbourhood on Wednesday (Mar 11) suffered a drone attack, which caused a fire in a high-rise residential building there. Dramatic videos shared on social media platforms, including X, show the blaze. The incident was confirmed by the Dubai Media Office, which said evacuations were carried out to ensure the safety of people in the building. The drone is believed to be of Iranian origin. Amid the war in West Asia, Dubai is one of the Gulf nations that Iran's forces have targeted in their retaliatory attacks after the United States and Israel started a war with their "pre-emptive" strikes under Operation Epic Fury and Operation Lion's Roar. Also read | Iran claims responsibility for twin oil tanker blasts near Iraq that killed 1 Attack in Dubai On X, Dubai's media office confirmed that authorities were “responding to an incident involving a drone that fell on a building in the vicinity of Dubai Creek Harbor.”

A luxury residential high-rise in the Dubai Creek Harbour district was struck by a drone on Wednesday (Mar 11), sparking a blaze that triggered emergency evacuations across the waterfront neighbourhood. Scroll down for video and more.

Iran on Wednesday (Mar 11) claimed responsibility for blowing up two oil tankers near Iraq that killed at least one crew member. 38 people were rescued from the inferno. The attack came just hours after the US embassy in Baghdad warned that Iran and Tehran-backed Iraqi armed groups might target US-owned oil facilities in Iraq. Iran has previously vowed that no oil will leave the Gulf while its war with the United States and Israel continues. Meanwhile, the Strait of Hormuz, a narrow waterway that handles a fifth of the world's oil, remains closed to almost all oil tankers.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/watch-oil-tanker-erupts-in-flames-near-basra-coast-in-northern-persian-gulf-as-middle-east-war-escalates-20-crew-members-rescued-1773268780779">WATCH | Oil tanker erupts in flames near Basra coast in Northern Persian Gulf</a><h2>Iran claims responsibility for twin oil tanker blasts</h2>According to the Iranian state broadcaster IRIB, Iran claimed responsibility for the attack on the two oil tankers, believed to belong to the United States. The underwater drone attack "blew up two oil tankers in the Persian Gulf tonight," it said.State television channel al-Ikhbariya broadcast images of a ship at sea with plumes of smoke rising from a huge fire. Videos of the inferno are also being widely shared on social media. Watch here:

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">Breaking: A US Oil Tanker turns into flame in Iraq <a href="https://t.co/PYBmFGvQmr">pic.twitter.com/PYBmFGvQmr</a>&mdash; Iran Updates 🚨 (@IranUpdatesNow) <a href="https://twitter.com/IranUpdatesNow/status/2031873296141320463?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 11, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>At least one crew member killed, many remain missing</h2>Farhan Al-Fartousi of Iraq's General Company for Ports told state television that one crew member was killed in the attack. 38 people have been rescued, but many remain missing, with the search continuing for any survivors. The nationality of the deceased crew member is yet to be revealed.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-nobel-cannibal-khamenei-s-x-account-posts-ghastly-trump-cartoon-after-potus-floats-twisted-tomahawk-theory-on-minab-school-strike-1773194272348">'Nobel Cannibal': Khamenei’s X account posts ghastly Trump cartoon after POTUS floats Tomahawk theory on Iran school strike</a>He also revealed that one of the ships was registered under a Maltese flag. The other one, as per reports, may belong to the United States. Speaking to the national news agency INA, the Iraqi government's cell stated that the "two tankers were subject to sabotage."&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. &nbsp;

Did Iran just attack US-linked oil tankers in the Persian Gulf? Tehran has claimed responsibility for twin tanker explosions near Iraq after an underwater drone strike triggered a massive fire at sea. But what exactly happened, and why were these ships targeted? Scroll down to find out.

Iran on Wednesday (Mar 11) claimed responsibility for blowing up two oil tankers near Iraq that killed at least one crew member. 38 people were rescued from the inferno. The attack came just hours after the US embassy in Baghdad warned that Iran and Tehran-backed Iraqi armed groups might target US-owned oil facilities in Iraq. Iran has previously vowed that no oil will leave the Gulf while its war with the United States and Israel continues. Meanwhile, the Strait of Hormuz, a narrow waterway that handles a fifth of the world's oil, remains closed to almost all oil tankers. Also read | WATCH | Oil tanker erupts in flames near Basra coast in Northern Persian Gulf Iran claims responsibility for twin oil tanker blasts According to the Iranian state broadcaster IRIB, Iran claimed responsibility for the attack on the two oil tankers, believed to belong to the United States. The underwater drone attack "blew up two oil tankers in the Persian Gulf tonight," it said. State television channel al-Ikhbariya broadcast images of a ship at sea with plumes of smoke rising from a huge fire. Videos of the inferno are also being widely shared on social media. Watch here:

Did Iran just attack US-linked oil tankers in the Persian Gulf? Tehran has claimed responsibility for twin tanker explosions near Iraq after an underwater drone strike triggered a massive fire at sea. But what exactly happened, and why were these ships targeted? Scroll down to find out.

Iran claims responsibility for twin oil tanker blasts near Iraq; 1 dead, 38 rescued

United States President Donald Trump, on Wednesday (March 11), while speaking to reporters at Joint Base Andrews, said that the US is in very good shape and said that the US has eyes on all of them. “We know where the 'Iranian sleeper cells' are, and we are going to look very strongly at the Straits,” he claimed. Speaking in Kentucky earlier on Wednesday, Trump told supporters, “We won. We won, in the first hour it was over, but we won,” in Iran, without offering substantial evidence to support the claim. However, his administration has delivered mixed messages regarding the timeline for US military operations in the country.&nbsp;&nbsp;During the speech in Kentucky, the president also explained how he selected the name Operation Epic Fury for the campaign. “They gave me, like, 20 names. And I’m like, falling asleep. I didn’t like any of them. Then I see Epic Fury. I said, ‘I like that name," the president was quoted as saying.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-we-have-won-in-iran-trump-claims-victory-but-offers-no-evidence-1773266296406">'We have won in Iran': Trump claims victory but offers no evidence</a><h2>FBI issues alert in California</h2>The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has warned police departments across California about a possible security threat involving drones that could be launched from offshore vessels. According to an alert reviewed by ABC News, the drones could potentially be used in retaliation for the United States military actions against Iran. The warning was circulated in late February, shortly before the Trump administration started its ongoing military campaign against the Islamic Republic. Officials said the alert was intended to help state and local law enforcement prepare for potential unconventional threats.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/us-iran-war-india-lpg-prices-surge-amid-west-asia-war-pm-modi-says-no-need-to-panic-wion-1773272652276/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/us-iran-war-india-lpg-prices-surge-amid-west-asia-war-pm-modi-says-no-need-to-panic-wion-1773272652276/embed</a>&nbsp;Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing conflicts in West Asia involving Israel, Iran, the 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.

'We know where Iranian 'sleeper cells' are', claims Trump as FBI issues alert in California for likely drone attack

United States President Donald Trump, on Wednesday (March 11), while speaking to reporters at Joint Base Andrews, said that the US is in very good shape and said that the US has eyes on all of them. “We know where the 'Iranian sleeper cells' are, and we are going to look very strongly at the Straits,” he claimed. Speaking in Kentucky earlier on Wednesday, Trump told supporters, “We won. We won, in the first hour it was over, but we won,” in Iran, without offering substantial evidence to support the claim. However, his administration has delivered mixed messages regarding the timeline for US military operations in the country. During the speech in Kentucky, the president also explained how he selected the name Operation Epic Fury for the campaign. “They gave me, like, 20 names. And I’m like, falling asleep. I didn’t like any of them. Then I see Epic Fury. I said, ‘I like that name," the president was quoted as saying. Also Read: 'We have won in Iran': Trump claims victory but offers no evidence FBI issues alert in California The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has warned police departments across California about a possible security threat involving drones that could be launched from offshore vessels. According to an alert reviewed by ABC News, the drones could potentially be used in retaliation for the United States military actions against Iran. The warning was circulated in late February, shortly before the Trump administration started its ongoing military campaign against the Islamic Republic. Officials said the alert was intended to help state and local law enforcement prepare for potential unconventional threats. https://www.wionews.com/videos/us-iran-war-india-lpg-prices-surge-amid-west-asia-war-pm-modi-says-no-need-to-panic-wion-1773272652276/embed Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing conflicts in West Asia involving Israel, Iran, the 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.

Donald Trump claims US victory in Iran, warns of Iranian sleeper cells, and explains how the campaign was named ‘Operation Epic Fury’

A fire broke out aboard an oil tanker in the northern waters of the Persian Gulf near the coast of Basra, according to initial reports from Iraqi media. The tanker reportedly caught fire close to the port area of the Port of Umm Qasr in southern Iraq. Some regional media outlets suggested the vessel may have been targeted in an attack, though officials have not confirmed the cause of the fire.&nbsp;Iraq’s port authorities said at least 20 crew members were rescued after the tanker came under what they described as an unspecified attack in Iraq’s territorial waters. Farhan Al-Fartousi of Iraq’s General Company for Ports told the national news agency INA that Iraqi port personnel rescued the crew of a foreign oil tanker following the incident, but he did not provide further details about the nature of the attack.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/un-security-council-passes-resolution-urging-iran-to-stop-gulf-attacks-china-russia-abstain-1773267627332">UN Security Council passes resolution urging Iran to stop Gulf attacks; China, Russia abstain</a>

<h2>Trump vows great safety for oil tankers in Strait of Hormuz</h2>US President Donald Trump on Wednesday (March 11) assured “great safety” for oil tankers passing through the Strait of Hormuz, even as Tehran tightened its grip on the crucial shipping route during the ongoing US-Israeli war with Iran. "I think you're going to see great safety, and it's going to be very, very quickly," Trump told reporters at the White House when asked how he was going to ensure security in the crucial waterway for the global oil trade.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/us-iran-war-did-trump-miscalculate-iran-s-response-senator-says-no-strait-of-hormuz-plan-wion-1773265502288/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/us-iran-war-did-trump-miscalculate-iran-s-response-senator-says-no-strait-of-hormuz-plan-wion-1773265502288/embed</a>&nbsp;Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing conflicts in West Asia involving Israel, Iran, the 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.

WATCH | Oil tanker erupts in flames near Basra coast in Northern Persian Gulf as Middle East war escalates; 20 crew members rescued

A fire broke out aboard an oil tanker in the northern waters of the Persian Gulf near the coast of Basra, according to initial reports from Iraqi media. The tanker reportedly caught fire close to the port area of the Port of Umm Qasr in southern Iraq. Some regional media outlets suggested the vessel may have been targeted in an attack, though officials have not confirmed the cause of the fire. Iraq’s port authorities said at least 20 crew members were rescued after the tanker came under what they described as an unspecified attack in Iraq’s territorial waters. Farhan Al-Fartousi of Iraq’s General Company for Ports told the national news agency INA that Iraqi port personnel rescued the crew of a foreign oil tanker following the incident, but he did not provide further details about the nature of the attack. Also Read: UN Security Council passes resolution urging Iran to stop Gulf attacks; China, Russia abstain

Fire broke out on an oil tanker near Basra in Iraq’s territorial waters. At least 20 crew members were rescued as officials investigate reports of a possible attack

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