US-Israel-Iran War News Highlights: Trump gives Iran 48-hour ultimatum to 'open' Hormuz Strait, threatens to ‘obliterate’ power plants

US Iran news: UAE responding to missile and drone threats from Iran

The UAE’s ministry of defence says its air defence are responding to incoming missile and drone threats from Iran.

US Iran war: Saudi Arabia intercepts ballistic missile launched towards Riyadh

According to Saudi ministry of defence, its air defenses early Sunday tracked the launch of three ballistic missiles toward Saudi Arabia’s capital, Riyadh, intercepting one, while the other two fell in an uninhabited area.

The ministry also said it downed six drones headed toward the kingdom’s eastern region, one of its least densely populated areas near Iran and home to major oil installations.

No casualties or damage were immediately reported.

Israel Iran war: Projectile hits close to vessel off the coast of the UAE

The projectile struck close to a bulk carrier, causing an explosion, the British military’s United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations center said early Sunday.

The attack occurred about 15 nautical miles north of Sharjah in the UAE.

The UKMTO said the ship’s crew was safe.

Israel Iran news: Saudi Arabia intercepts more drones

The Saudi ministry of defense says it has intercepted and downed five drones over the Eastern Province within the last hour.

US Iran war: Fresh explosions heard in Iraqi capital of Baghdad

Large "explosions” were heard to the west of the Iraqi capital of Baghdad, according to Aljazeera.

This comes moments after an Iraqi security official said that air defences intercepted two drones near a US logistics camp in the vicinity of the Baghdad international airport.

US-Iran news: Trump gives Iran 48 hours to open Hormuz as Tehran strikes Israel

US President Donald Trump issued a stark ultimatum to Iran on Saturday, demanding the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz within 48 hours or face the destruction of its energy infrastructure, as Tehran carried out its most severe strike yet against Israel. The warning followed his earlier suggestion of scaling back military action after three weeks of conflict, even as the vital oil route remained effectively shut and additional US Marines deployed to the region.

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi insisted restrictions applied only to vessels linked to hostile nations, while Iran’s military warned it would target US-linked infrastructure in retaliation. Shortly after, missile strikes hit southern Israel, injuring more than 100 people. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vowed a broad response.

The attacks caused significant damage in Arad and Dimona, home to a sensitive nuclear facility. Iran described the strike as retaliation for earlier attacks on its nuclear sites.

With oil prices surging and global concern mounting, several nations condemned Iran’s effective closure of Hormuz and pledged efforts to restore safe maritime passage.

Iran War News: UAE says it faced Iranian aerial attacks amid warning over disputed Gulf islands near Hormuz

The United Arab Emirates said it came under aerial attack from Iran, after Tehran warned its neighbour against allowing strikes from disputed islands near the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz.

The warning comes amid heightened tensions over the islands of Abu Musa and Greater Tunb, which are controlled by Iran but claimed by the UAE, and have long remained a source of dispute between the two countries.

US-Iran news: Iran army says will target energy, desalination infrastructure after Trump's threats

Iran’s military renewed its threats on Sunday, warning of retaliation against regional infrastructure after US President Donald Trump vowed to "obliterate" power plants in the Islamic republic if the Strait of Hormuz is not swiftly reopened.

"Following previous warnings, if Iran's fuel and energy infrastructure is violated by the enemy, all energy, information technology and desalination infrastructure belonging to the US and the regime in the region will be targeted," Iran’s military operational command Khatam Al-Anbiya said in a statement carried by the Fars news agency.

The statement came after Trump issued a 48-hour deadline for Iran to reopen the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz to shipping traffic, after it was effectively closed in response to the ongoing Middle East conflict.

Israel military says striking central Tehran

The Israeli military said it launched a wave of strikes on Tehran early Sunday, hours after Iranian missile attacks hit two cities in southern Israel.

In a brief statement, it said its forces were "currently conducting strikes on Iranian terror regime targets in the heart of Tehran."

Iran warns of strikes on US-linked energy infrastructure if its fuel sites are attacked

Iran’s unified combatant command has warned that if the country’s fuel and energy infrastructure is attacked, all US-linked energy infrastructure in the region will be targeted, Iranian media reported, as quoted by Reuters.

Trump gives Iran 48-hour ultimatum over Hormuz blockade, threatens to 'obliterate' power plants

"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 will hit and obliterate their various POWER PLANTS, STARTING WITH THE BIGGEST ONE FIRST! Thank you for your attention to this matter. President DONALD J. TRUMP," said Trump on Truth Social.

UK nuclear-powered submarine positioned in Arabian Sea amid regional tensions: Report

A United Kingdom nuclear-powered submarine armed with Tomahawk cruise missiles has been deployed to the Arabian Sea, giving Britain the capability to carry out long-range strikes if the regional conflict escalates, reported Reuters, quoting Daily Mail.

Israeli military says its air defense systems operated but did not intercept the missile in Arad

Spokesperson Brig. Gen. Effie Defrin said the military is investigating to understand what happened but that it is not a matter of a different or special type of missile.

US has 'blown Iran off of the map', says Donald Trump

Donald Trump said the United States has “blown Iran off of the map” and claimed his objectives in the conflict had been achieved “weeks ahead of schedule". "Their leadership is gone, their navy and air force are dead, they have absolutely no defense, and they want to make a deal. I don’t!” the US President wrote on Truth Social. Read full story

Iran War News: Israel calls Iran attacks that injured over 100 'blatant war crime'

"The Iranian regime devastated Arad and Dimona by deliberately striking civilians with missiles. Over 100 people were injured, including children. A blatant war crime. Pure terrorism," said the Israeli foreign ministry on X.

Iran War News: Residents said Iran's capital saw heavy airstrikes as they marked the end of the holy month of Ramadan

The United States and Israel have offered varying justifications for the war, ranging from seeking to trigger an uprising to topple Iran’s leadership to dismantling its nuclear and missile programmes and curbing support for regional proxies. There have been no visible signs of an uprising, while internet restrictions continue to limit the flow of information from Iran.

The impact of the conflict is being felt well beyond the Middle East, contributing to higher food and fuel prices globally.

It remains unclear how much damage Iran has sustained from US and Israeli strikes that began on February 28 — or even who is effectively in control. Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei has not appeared in public since assuming the role.

'Very difficult evening in the battle for our future': Netanyahu after Iran missiles injure dozens in Arad city

The Israeli PM said on X, "This is a very difficult evening in the battle for our future. Just a short while ago, I spoke with the Mayor of Arad, Yair Ma’ayan, and asked him to convey, on behalf of all Israeli citizens, our prayers for the peace of the injured.

I have instructed the Director General of my office to provide all the necessary assistance together with all the government ministries.

I commend the emergency and rescue forces who are now operating in the field, and I call on everyone to heed the instructions of the Home Front Command.

We are determined to continue striking our enemies on all fronts."

Iran War News: UAE says faced drone, missile barrages after Iran warning

United Arab Emirates said on Saturday it was facing aerial threats from Iran after Tehran warned its neighbour against allowing attacks from its territory on disputed islands near the strategic Strait of Hormuz.

“UAE air defences are currently responding to incoming missile and drone threats from Iran,” the defence ministry said, adding that “the sounds heard are the result of the Air Defence Systems intercepting missiles and drones”.

Iran’s Tasnim News Agency reported that the country’s military command warned the UAE that “if any further aggression originates from its territory against the Iranian islands of Abu Musa and Greater Tunb in the Persian Gulf, Iran... will subject Ras Al Khaimah in the UAE to heavy strikes”.

Authorities in Ras Al Khaimah later said the “sounds heard across parts of the city were the result of successful air defence interception operations”.

Dozens injured in Israel after Iranian missile strike

The Israeli military said its defenses were not able to intercept the missiles that hit the southern cities of Dimona and Arad.

Several people were in serious condition.

Iran death toll in war crosses 1,500: state TV

Iran’s death toll in the ongoing war has risen above 1,500, state television reported, citing the health ministry.

'Mass casualty event' declared in Israel's Arad city after Iran's missiles attack

Israel’s emergency service, Magen David Adom (MDA), said a mass casualty event was declared in the southern city of Arad after Iranian missiles struck multiple locations on Saturday evening, reported CNN.

At least 30 people were injured across two impact sites in Arad, including several in serious condition, with some individuals still reported missing, MDA said.

Footage from United Hatzalah showed extensive damage to buildings, with outer walls blown apart and smoke rising from at least one structure.

It marked the second time within hours that Iranian missiles appeared to have penetrated Israel’s air defence system and hit cities in the south.

Firefighters say extensive damage in south Israel town after 'direct hit'

'Iranian terrorist regime launched a long-range missile for the first time since the start of Operation Roaring Lion': IDF

Saudi Arabia declares several Iranian diplomats ‘persona non grata’

Saudi Arabia’s foreign ministry said on Saturday that the security attaché, his assistant and three other staff members at the Iranian embassy in the kingdom must leave within 24 hours.

The ministry had earlier warned that Iranian escalation would affect current and future bilateral ties, according to its statement.

Saudi Arabia has repeatedly condemned Iranian attacks against Gulf states and continues to respond to missiles and drones. Earlier on Saturday, its defence ministry said several Iranian drones targeting the Eastern Province were intercepted and shot down.

Israel-Iran war: Medics say around 30 wounded after new missile fire in south Israel

UN nuclear watchdog urges 'military restraint' after attack on Israeli town with nuclear facility

The UN nuclear watchdog called for "maximum military restraint" after Israel said an Iranian missile struck the southern town of Dimona, home to a nuclear facility.

"The IAEA is aware of reports of an incident in the city of Dimona, Israel, involving a missile impact and has not received any indication of damage to the nuclear research center Negev," the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) said in a post on X.

Iran War News: IAEA says no damage reported at Israel's Dimona nuclear site after projectile incident

The International Atomic Energy Agency said on Saturday it was aware of reports that a projectile struck the city of Dimona, but had no indication of any damage to the nearby Negev Nuclear Research Center.

The agency added that regional authorities reported no abnormal radiation levels after the incident, and said it is closely monitoring the situation while seeking further information.

Explosive drone shot down near Erbil airport: Report

Security sources, cited by Reuters said an explosive-laden drone was intercepted and shot down near Erbil airport in Iraq’s Kurdistan region, with no immediate reports of casualties or damage.

Israel-Iran war: Iran war expected to last several more weeks, Israeli military chief says

Israel is only at the halfway point in the war with Iran, the military’s chief of staff said on Saturday, as the country entered the fourth week of war against Iran.

“Dear citizens of Israel — we are at the midway point, but the direction is clear,” Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir said. “In about a week, on Passover, the Festival of Freedom, we will continue to fight for our freedom and our future.”

Israel medics say injured toll from strike on nuclear town rises to 39

Iran War News: G7 calls for 'immediate, unconditional halt' to all attacks by Iran

G7 reaffirmed the importance of "safeguarding maritime routes and ensuring freedom of navigation, including in the Strait of Hormuz."

Israel-Iran war: Iran state TV says attack on Israel town a 'response' to strike on nuclear site

Iran's atomic energy organisation had said earlier in the day that the "Natanz enrichment complex was targeted this morning", though there was "no leakage of radioactive materials reported", according to a statement carried by local media.

Israel-Iran war: Israel says struck Tehran facility used for making nuclear components

"The Malek-Ashtar University facility was utilised by the Iranian terror regime's military industries and ballistic missiles array to develop nuclear weapon components and weapons," the military said.

"The Malek-Ashtar University was subordinate to the Iranian Defence Ministry, and is sanctioned internationally due to its activities and efforts over the years to advance the Iranian nuclear program and to develop ballistic missiles," the military added.

Iran War News: Israel army says Iranian missile struck town housing nuclear facility

Israel’s military said an Iranian missile struck the southern town of Dimona on Saturday, an area that houses a nuclear facility, while medics reported around 20 people injured by shrapnel.

The army said there was a “direct hit” on a building in the Negev desert town.

Israel-Iran war: 3 injured after building collapses in Israel's Dimona following missile attack

Israeli media reported an impact in the southern city of Dimona following an Iranian missile attack.

Israel Hayom said a building collapsed in the area, injuring three people, while The Times of Israel reported that rescue forces were heading to the scene.

Israel-Iran war: At least eight injured in rocket attack in Ma’alot-Tarshiha, Israel

At least eight people have been reported injured in a rocket attack in Ma’alot-Tarshiha, according to Israel’s Channel 12.

According to The Times of Israel, Hezbollah launched a barrage towards the area in northern Israel a short while ago.

Iran War News: Saudi Arabia intercepts drones in eastern region

Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Defence said a drone was intercepted and destroyed in the country’s eastern region.

No further details were immediately provided.

Iran War News: US-Israeli strikes hit Bushehr terminal and ship at Kharg Island—local media

US-Israeli air strikes hit a passenger terminal in the southern Iranian port of Bushehr and an empty passenger ship at Kharg Island, Iranian news agencies reported.

Iran War News: Iran strikes bases in UAE and Kuwait

Iran’s state broadcaster IRIB said its naval forces had destroyed facilities at the Al-Minhad base in the UAE and the Ali Al Salem airbase in Kuwait using ballistic missiles and drones.

In a statement posted on Telegram, cited by Al Jazeera, IRIB said the strikes hit hangars and fuel tanks of what it described as “American-Zionist aircraft”, claiming the bases were used in attacks on Iranian territory.

Israel-Iran war: Israeli air strikes hit southern Lebanon after missile fire towards Nahariya

Israeli air strikes hit the outskirts of Kfar Hamam town and the vicinity of Qatrani farm in southern Lebanon, according to Al Jazeera.

The strikes came as cross-border fire continued, with Israeli media reporting that a missile launched from Lebanon fell in the Nahariya area in northern Israel.

Hezbollah said it had targeted an Israeli troop gathering for a second time with rockets at a site north of the Kfar Yuval settlement.

US-Iran news: Iran’s Health Ministry says 20,984 injured in war

Iran’s Health Ministry said at least 20,984 people had been injured since the start of the US-Israel war.

In a statement, it added that seven hospitals had been evacuated and 36 ambulances had been damaged.

Iran War News: Bahrain says it downed 143 missiles and 242 drones during war

Bahrain’s military said its air defences had shot down and destroyed 143 missiles and 242 drones fired by Iran during the war.

In a statement, it urged the public to “exercise maximum caution”, avoid impact sites and suspicious objects, and “refrain from filming military operations or crash sites.”

Iran War News: EAM Jaishankar speaks with Iran’s FM Araghchi

EAM Jaishankar spoke to Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and conveyed greetings for Navroz and Eid this evening.

He said their conversation focused on the latest developments in the conflict and its implications for the wider region.

US-Iran news: Iran warns US of ‘surprising’ reaction over threat to Kharg Island

If the United States follows through on its threats of military aggression against Kharg Island, it will face Iran’s “surprising” reaction, an unnamed Iranian military source told Tasnim News Agency, as cited by Reuters.

Iran War News: Telephone conversation between PM Modi and Iranian President Pezeshkian

Iran War News: Pezeshkian calls on BRICS to help halt aggression against Iran

Iran’s embassy in India said President Masoud Pezeshkian called for BRICS to play an independent role in halting aggressions against Iran.


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US-Iran news: Iran says Pezeshkian told PM Modi ending war depends on halting US-Israeli aggression

Iran’s embassy in India said President Pezeshkian told PM Modi that an immediate halt to US and Israeli aggression was a prerequisite for ending the war and conflict in the region, reported Reuters..

The embassy said Pezeshkian also told PM Modi there should be guarantees against any recurrence of US-Israeli aggression in the future.

Iran War News: UAE orders closure of Iranian state-linked hospital in Dubai

The United Arab Emirates has ordered the closure of an Iranian state-linked hospital in Dubai as ties between the two neighbours deteriorate amid Tehran’s aerial campaign against Gulf states, reported AFP.

Since the United States and Israel began striking Iran on February 28, Tehran has launched waves of missiles and drones at Gulf states, with more than 2,000 attacks on the UAE alone.

Israel-Iran war: Iran says it targeted Israeli F-16 over fighter jet over central Iran

Iran’s Revolutionary Guards said on Saturday that they had targeted an Israeli F-16 fighter jet over central Iran.

“An F-16 hostile enemy fighter jet belonging to the Zionist regime was struck at 3:45 am in central Iran,” the Guards said on their Sepah News website.

Earlier, the Israeli military said a surface-to-air missile had been launched at an Israeli aircraft during “an operational activity” in Iran, without specifying the type of jet.

It added that “no damage was caused to the aircraft”.

It was not immediately clear whether the Iranian and Israeli statements referred to the same incident.

Iran War News: Iran’s president calls neighbouring states ‘brothers’ amid tensions

President Masoud Pezeshkian said Iran is not seeking conflict with neighbouring Gulf states and other Muslim countries, calling them “brothers”.

“To Islamic countries and our dear neighbours: you are our brothers and we are not engaged in any conflict with you. The only beneficiary of our disagreements is the Zionist entity,” he said in a post on X.

He also expressed hope that Eid al-Fitr would bring “strength and unity” through adherence to the teachings of the Prophet Muhammad, and welcomed Iran’s new year.

“This year, more than ever, we need Nowruz – the Nowruz that showcases unity, cohesion, and national harmony in our culture. Let us join hands to guide our Iran through the storms it has fallen into, emerging proud and triumphant,” he wrote.