Türkiye’s President Erdoğan blames Israel for ‘unlawful war’ on Iran amid escalation fears
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has said the Israeli government bears primary responsibility for the ongoing US/Israel–Iran war, describing it as an “unlawful war” with widening regional and economic consequences. “The Israeli government bears primary responsibility for this unlawful war, which has not only turned our region into a zone of conflict but has also…
Trump: ‘We’re finishing the job’ in Iran — nations can ‘fend for themselves’ in Strait of Hormuz
US President Donald Trump said the United States was nearing an end to its military engagement with Iran, asserting that the US was “finishing the job” after what he characterised as a successful regime change that halted nuclear development, and signalling that responsibility for security in the Strait of Hormuz would shift to other countries.…
UN’s Tom Fletcher warns Security Council of worsening humanitarian crisis in Lebanon
At a United Nations Security Council briefing on the Middle East, Tom Fletcher, a senior UN humanitarian official, outlined worsening conditions in Lebanon following recent regional escalation. He reported rising civilian casualties, widespread displacement, and mounting pressure on essential infrastructure, as hostilities continue across southern Lebanon, Beirut’s southern suburbs, and the Bekaa Valley. Cross-border fire…
US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth outlines military stance on Iran, raises NATO concerns
US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth outlined Washington’s evolving military posture towards Iran during a Pentagon briefing on Tuesday (31 March), alongside Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Air Force Gen. Dan Caine. Hegseth stated that US military operations have intensified, with “increasing” American firepower and a reported decline in Iranian missile and drone…
Palestinians convicted of fatal attacks classified as terrorism face death penalty under new Israeli law
Israel’s parliament has passed legislation introducing the death penalty as the default sentence for individuals convicted of fatal attacks classified as acts of terrorism under Israeli law, effectively applying to Palestinians in the occupied West Bank. The law expands the authority of West Bank military courts, allowing death sentences without unanimity and enabling executions by…
US deploys 3,500 troops to Middle East as war with Iran enters second month
The United States has deployed an additional 3,500 troops to the Middle East, reinforcing its military posture as the conflict with Iran enters its second month. US Central Command (CENTCOM) confirmed the deployment includes sailors and marines attached to the USS Tripoli, alongside assault and transport capabilities. Reports suggest contingency planning for limited ground operations,…
Yemen’s Houthis launch missiles at Israel amid escalating Middle East tensions
Yemen’s Houthi movement has launched a barrage of ballistic missiles towards Israel, marking its first direct strikes since the escalation of the US–Israel war on Iran. Brigadier-General Yahya Saree, the group’s military spokesperson, announced the attack via Al-Masirah TV, stating operations would continue until “declared objectives” are achieved. The Israeli military confirmed intercepting at least…
Israel expands Lebanon offensive as security zone plan emerges
Israel has intensified operations in southern Lebanon amid escalating cross-border fire with Hezbollah, signalling the potential establishment of a long-term “security zone”. Israel’s Defence Minister, Israel Katz, said forces aim to extend control up to the Litani River, citing the need to protect northern Israeli communities from sustained rocket attacks. “We have ordered an acceleration…
Iran ready for ‘any scenario’, including ground invasion, says Iranian diplomat
In an interview with AP News, Ali Bahreini, an Iranian diplomat, said Iran is prepared for “any scenario” in the war with the United States and Israel, including a ground operation. Bahreini described Iran’s regional position as strengthened, arguing that shifting priorities among its adversaries reflect a strategic advantage. He warned that any ground invasion…
Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi confirms that Tehran is not currently negotiating with the US
Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has confirmed that Tehran is not currently negotiating with the US to end the ongoing war and “does not intend” to do so. His comments come amid claims by US President Donald Trump that talks remain “ongoing” and “productive,” with ideas reportedly shared via mediators. Araghchi referenced earlier Iranian arguments…
Iran has ‘played a weak hand pretty well,’ says Former MI6 chief
Sir Alex Younger, former chief of Britain’s Secret Intelligence Service (MI6), spoke with Shashank Joshi, defence editor at The Economist, on the ongoing US/Israel-Iran. Younger said “the reality is that the US underestimated the task and as of about two weeks ago lost the initiative to Iran.” He characterised the Islamic Republic’s response as unexpectedly…
Iran’s military spokesperson denies US talks, asks if Washington is negotiating with itself
Iran’s military spokesperson has firmly denied US claims of negotiations aimed at resolving Middle East hostilities. Lieutenant Colonel Ebrahim Zolfaghari dismissed reports of negotiations, asking: “Have your internal conflicts reached the point where you are negotiating with yourselves?” “Our first and last word has been the same from day one, and it will stay that…
Trump says Iran gave US an oil and gas-related ‘present’ as he signals war could end
US President Donald Trump says that Iran gave him an oil and gas-related “present” worth a “tremendous amount of money”, in a development linked to the Strait of Hormuz and ongoing efforts to end the conflict. Speaking in the Oval Office on Tuesday (24 March), Trump stressed he does not “trust anyone” but said the…
Trump says both US and Iran want to make a deal as Tehran officials deny talks
Speaking to reporters on Monday (23 March) before boarding Air Force One in Florida, President Donald Trump said that the US and Iran have held “very very strong talks” aimed at the resolution of hostilities in the Middle East. Iran’s parliament speaker denies talks have taken place with the US and says “fake news” is…
Trump gives Iran 48 hours to ‘fully open’ Strait of Hormuz, threatens to ‘obliterate’ power plants
US President Donald Trump has issued a 48-hour ultimatum to Iran to fully reopen the Strait of Hormuz, warning of strikes on Iranian energy infrastructure. Trump wrote on Truth Social: “If Iran doesn’t FULLY OPEN, WITHOUT THREAT, the Strait of Hormuz, within 48 HOURS from this exact point in time, the United States of America…
Trump rules out Iran ceasefire: ‘You don’t do a ceasefire when you’re obliterating the other side’
US President Donald Trump has ruled out a ceasefire with Iran, stating the United States is focused on achieving its military objectives. Speaking from the White House on Friday (20 March), Trump said “We could have dialogue, but I don’t want to do a ceasefire,” Trump said from the White House South Lawn before departing…
Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu denies ‘dragging’ US into war with Iran
Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has rejected claims he “dragged” the United States into war with Iran, calling the accusations “fake news” and stressing that US President Donald Trump acts independently. Speaking to media on Thursday (19 March), Netanyahu said Washington required no persuasion on the risks posed by Iran’s nuclear programme. His remarks followed…
Saudi Foreign Minister on Iran war: ‘We reserve the right to military action’
Saudi Arabia reserves the right to act militarily against Iran, Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan said on Thursday (19 March), speaking at a news conference in Riyadh following a meeting of regional foreign ministers. Farhan said trust with Tehran had “been shattered”, accusing Iran of premeditated hostility and support for regional proxies. He added…
Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister warns US against putting ‘boots on the ground’
Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister Saeed Khatibzadeh has warned that any attempt by US forces to set foot on Iranian soil could become a “Vietnam-style quagmire.” Speaking from Tehran, he called foreign intervention “rogue, reckless, and illegal” and reaffirmed that Iran is prepared to defend its territory. Khatibzadeh stressed that while negotiations remain possible, the US…
Israel launches ‘limited ground operations’ against Hezbollah in southern Lebanon
Israel’s military says its forces have begun “limited and targeted ground operations” against Hezbollah in southern Lebanon, aiming to dismantle militant infrastructure and strengthen security along the Israel–Lebanon border. The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) put out a statement saying troops from its 91st Division are operating against Hezbollah strongholds after weeks of escalating cross-border attacks.…
‘This is an illegal war with no victory’: Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi
Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said Tehran has not requested a ceasefire or negotiations with the United States, stating that Iran will continue defending itself amid the ongoing conflict with the administration of US President Donald Trump. In an interview on Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan, Araghchi described the war as a “war of…
Iran threatens US-linked ‘hideouts’ in UAE after Kharg Island strikes
Iran has warned residents to evacuate areas around major ports in the United Arab Emirates as tensions escalate in the third week of the war between the US, alongside Israel, and Iran. Ebrahim Zolfaghari, spokesperson for Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters, warned Iran could target “all oil, economic, and energy infrastructures belonging to oil companies across…
Trump threatens to hit Iran’s Kharg Island oil network if Strait of Hormuz disruption continues
US President Donald Trump has warned Iran that its oil infrastructure on Kharg Island could be targeted ‘should Iran, or anyone else, do anything to interfere with the Free and Safe Passage of Ships through the Strait of Hormuz.’ In a social media post, Trump said US forces had “totally obliterated” military targets on the…
Netanyahu issues veiled threat to Iran’s leadership, aims to create conditions for regime change
Israel’s Prime Minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, has issued a veiled warning to Iran’s leadership as the conflict between US-Israel and Iran continues to intensify. Speaking at his first press conference since the war began, Netanyahu declined to outline potential actions against Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei or Hezbollah leader Naim Qassem, stating he would not “issue…
“Iran has surprised the Trump administration”: Middle East expert Dr. Kristian Ulrichsen on the Iran war
Middle East expert Dr. Kristian Ulrichsen discusses how Iran has continued launching missiles and drones despite weeks of sustained strikes by the United States and Israel on Iranian military infrastructure. Speaking with tut0ugh, Dr. Ulrichsen argues that Tehran has surprised Washington with the resilience of its drone and missile capabilities. “Iran has surprised the Trump…
Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei vows to keep Strait of Hormuz closed in first statement
Iran’s new Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, has issued his first public statement since succeeding his father, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was killed in February during US and Israeli strikes in Tehran. The statement, broadcast on Press TV, called for national unity and vowed continued resistance against Iran’s adversaries as the regional conflict intensifies. Khamenei warned…
‘We won, but don’t want to leave early’: Trump on Iran war
US President Donald Trump said the United States had effectively won the early phase of its war with Iran but indicated military operations would continue. Speaking at a rally in Kentucky, Trump told supporters “you never like to say too early you won. We won,” adding that “in the first hour it was over.” He…
US says it destroyed 16 Iranian mine-laying vessels near Strait of Hormuz amid escalating tensions
The United States military says it has destroyed 16 Iranian mine-laying vessels near the Strait of Hormuz, following intelligence reports that Iran had begun deploying naval mines in the strategically vital waterway. The narrow maritime corridor carries roughly 20% of global oil supplies, making any disruption a major concern for global energy markets. Oil shipments…
UN warns 700,000 displaced in Lebanon as regional hostilities escalate across the Middle East
Nearly 700,000 people have been displaced in Lebanon, including around 200,000 children, as fighting linked to the US/Israel–Iran war expands across the region, according to UNICEF. The conflict intensified following US and Israeli strikes on Iran, Iranian missile attacks on Israel, and Israeli operations against Hezbollah in Lebanon. According to the UN Office for the…
General Dan Caine details progress of Operation Epic Fury against Iran
Speaking alongside US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff General Dan Caine gave an update on Operation Epic Fury as it moves into its 11th day, with US forces continuing operations against Iran’s military capabilities. Caine outlined three core objectives: degrading Iranian ballistic missiles and drone systems, attacking…
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