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Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps said it launched missile and drone strikes on aluminium facilities in Bahrain and the UAE, describing them as retaliation for a US-Israeli attack on Iranian industrial infrastructure. The strikes wounded several employees, according to company reports, while Iran warned of further attacks if its industry is targeted again.
US military is preparing options for potential ground operations in Iran, including raids by special operations forces, as thousands of troops and naval assets arrive in the Middle East. The White House has not made a final decision, and analysts warn of escalation risks.
Official Iranian media report at least eight civilians, including four women, were killed in a strike on residential areas of Borujerd, attributed to the US and Israel. Reports also describe widespread strikes on Iranian cities and retaliatory attacks by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps on targets in Israel and US bases in the region.
Iran’s Atomic Energy Organization reports that Israel and the US have struck the Bushehr nuclear power plant area for a third time since late February, with a security guard killed in the latest incident. The IAEA warns that attacks on nuclear sites are unacceptable and could trigger a severe radiological accident, while the EU condemns strikes on civilian infrastructure as illegal. The plant continues operating, but experts warn of catastrophic consequences for the Gulf region.
Multiple reports suggest US Vice President JD Vance may take a lead role in negotiations with Iran, potentially replacing special envoy Steve Witkoff. The reports come amid ongoing military conflict and diplomatic efforts, with Trump setting deadlines for a deal.
Russia has firmly denied providing intelligence support to Iran amid EU accusations, while confirming close military-technical ties. The denial comes as regional tensions escalate following US-Israeli operations against Iran.
Iran's foreign minister has clarified he never rejected Pakistan as a venue for talks with the United States, even as Pakistan confirms a 15-point US proposal is under Tehran's consideration. With gaps still wide, a fragile diplomatic track emerges with Islamabad, Ankara, and Cairo supporting the effort.
President Trump has reportedly told aides he wants to conclude the conflict with Iran in the coming weeks, according to The Wall Street Journal, with a planned visit to China in mid-May hinging on the war's end. Bloomberg reports the war has strained alliances and depleted US military stockpiles, even as Iran's Supreme Leader was killed in the initial strikes.
As the US-Israeli military campaign against Iran enters its 26th day, strikes persist while diplomatic efforts intensify. Reports indicate a deadly raid in Tehran, a proposed 15-point US plan, and regional responses including Saudi interceptions. Meanwhile, an analysis highlights the role of AI in US targeting decisions and its predictive failures.
Israel launched extensive airstrikes on Iranian targets, including a residential building near Tehran that killed at least 13 people, while Iran fired multiple missiles at Israel, causing minor injuries in Tel Aviv. Regional fallout includes Kuwait power outages, Saudi intercepts, and Lebanon expelling Iran's ambassador.
Unverified casualty figures citing 217 injured—including Russian nationals—derive exclusively from TASS reports attributing strikes to Iran, with no independent confirmation from UAE officials or international monitors. Critical operational details including attack dates, weapons used, and geographic targets remain unspecified, while contradictory claims about Russian victims highlight data reliability concerns.
An Iranian diplomat has stated that the Strait of Hormuz remains open to all ships except those from 'aggressor' nations, amid reports of Iran closing the waterway to US and Israeli-linked vessels during the ongoing conflict. The statements come as Iran reports attacks on tankers without permission and pledges to continue the closure for the long term.
Saudi Arabia and the UAE reported coming under fresh attacks on Monday, with ballistic missiles intercepted and drones shot down by coalition forces. Fires broke out at petrochemical plants in Abu Dhabi, Bahrain, and Kuwait, and an Indian national was wounded by falling debris. Iran state media framed the strikes as retaliation for attacks on its petrochemical facilities.
President Donald Trump has given Iran 48 hours to reopen the Strait of Hormuz or face strikes on its power plants, as the US-Israel-Iran conflict intensifies. Fresh explosions in Tehran and a downed US warplane add to the escalating tensions, while the UN Security Council considers a resolution on navigating the strait.
An Iranian missile struck a building in Dimona—located near a nuclear facility widely believed to house Israel's unacknowledged arsenal—injuring 33 people including a seriously wounded child, in what Tehran claimed was retaliation for strikes on its Natanz complex. While Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf characterized the event as exposing critical Israeli defense vulnerabilities and heralding a "new phase of struggle," the Israeli military confirmed only that "interception attempts were carried out" alongside the acknowledged direct hit.
Chancellor Friedrich Merz will speak with President Trump this weekend amid disputes over Strait of Hormuz security. Sixteen NATO allies—exactly half the alliance—are reportedly participating in a 22-nation coalition alongside Asian and Gulf partners, though Germany and France resist joining patrols during active hostilities. Neither source included Iranian government positions on the conflict.
European natural gas prices surged past $850 per 1,000 cubic meters on March 19, the highest level since December 2022, amid Middle East conflict and infrastructure damage. Average March prices rose 1.5-fold to $633, with analysts citing attacks on Qatari and Emirati facilities.
As the US-Israel conflict with Iran disrupts Gulf oil supplies and closes the Strait of Hormuz, some analysts see crude surpassing $150 or even $200, while others point to diplomatic efforts and falling prices as signs of easing tensions. A look at the competing forecasts and the facts behind them.
Several countries, including India, China, and Pakistan, are reportedly negotiating with Iran for safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz, according to a report cited by TASS. Meanwhile, Iranian state media says a parliamentary commission has approved plans to impose tolls on vessels using the waterway, which has seen crossings drop by 95% due to the recent conflict.
The Israeli military claims to have killed Gholamreza Soleimani, commander of Iran's Basij paramilitary forces, in a targeted airstrike in Tehran. If confirmed, the 62-year-old's death would represent a significant blow to Iran's internal security apparatus, though Iranian authorities have neither confirmed nor denied the claim. Reports regarding the status of other officials remain disputed.