US-Israel-Iran War NewsHighlights: Israel says it completed wave of strikes on Iran ‘regime targets’; 13 killed in Tehran airstrike

Iran War News: 'We're blowing up entire country if no deal reached in 48 hours'

In a series of interviews with US media outlets, President Donald Trump said if no peace deal is reached with Iran in the next 48 hours, "we're blowing up the entire country."

"There is a good chance, but if they don't make a deal, I am blowing up everything over there," he said, according to Axios and Fox News.

Israel Iran War: Bahrain and UAE urge UNSC action on Strait of Hormuz

The UAE on Monday expressed its support to Bahrain in urging the Security Council to take action on the Strait of Hormuz.

Abdullatif bin Rashid Al-Zayani, Minister of Foreign Affairs emphasized that this is no longer a regional issue--it is a direct threat to global stability.

In a post on X, the UAE Mission to the UN said, "The UAE joins Bahrain in urging Security Council action on the Strait of Hormuz. As H.E. Dr. Abdullatif bin Rashid Al-Zayani, Minister of Foreign Affairs emphasizes, this is no longer a regional issue--it is a direct threat to global stability, food and energy security, and international law. Each day without action brings the world closer to a broader crisis, with Global South countries facing the gravest consequences. We thank Bahrain for its leadership on the Security Council and for its diplomatic efforts in bringing this resolution forward."

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Bahrain said in a post on X, "Foreign Minister: Strait of Hormuz crisis requires urgent international action to avoid serious humanitarian and economic repercussions."

The United Nations Security Council is scheduled to vote on Friday (local time) on a draft resolution proposed by Bahrain that seeks to authorise member states to use "all defensive means necessary" to ensure safe transit through the Strait of Hormuz amid the conflict in West Asia, CNN reported. (ANI)

Iran US War: Israel conducts strikes against 'regime targets' in Tehran

Israel's army said Monday it had completed a wave of strikes against "regime targets" in Tehran.

"A short while ago the IDF completed a wave of strikes on Iranian terror regime targets in Tehran," the Israeli military posted on Telegram.

It came after Iranian media reported attacks on residential areas in Tehran early Monday. (AFP)

Iran War: Iran mediators make last push towards a 45-day ceasefire, report says

With the deadline set by US President Donald Trump approaching for Iran, Axios reported on Sunday (local time), citing sources that the US, Iran and a group of regional mediators are discussing the terms for a potential 45-day ceasefire that could result in a permanent end to the war.

As per Axios, the four sources-- US, Israeli and regional sources with knowledge of the talks said that the chances for reaching a partial deal over the next 48 hours are slim.

It further reported that the mediators told Iranian officials there is no time for further negotiation tactics and underlined that the next 48 hours are the last opportunity Iran to reach a deal and prevent massive destruction for the country.

However, the last-ditch efforts are the only chance to prevent a dramatic escalation in the war that will include massive strikes on Iranian civilian infrastructure and a retaliation against energy and water facilities in the Gulf states.

The development comes after the 10-day deadline to Iran which was expected to expire Monday evening was extended by 20 hours as Trump posted on Truth Social a new deadline of Tuesday at 8pm ET. (ANI)

Iran War News: Red Crescent rescue vehicle destroyed in US-Israeli strike in Iran

Direct airstrike destroyed Red Crescent Rescue Vehicle in Southern Iran, Islamic Republic of Iran Broadcasting (IRIB) reported.

A rescue vehicle belonging to the Iranian Red Crescent Society was completely destroyed in a US-Israeli airstrike in Sepidan, Southern Iran. The incident occurred around 5:00 am on Sunday, when Red Crescent rescue teams from Sepidan were dispatched for a rescue operation, as per IRIB.

Meanwhile, US-Israeli attacks hit at least 12 cities across Iran, as reported by Al Jazeera.

Tehran was struck in the vicinity of Mehrabad Airport and near Sharif University. The attack near the university targeted a gas substation in the area. Cities like Bandar Abbas, Ahvaz, where the airport was hit, Mahshahr city, and Bandar-e Lengeh, Shiraz, Isfahan, Karaj, Qom, where five people were killed, and also, Kong City were six were killed and 17 were wounded.

Earlier on April 4, Iran formally turned down a proposal from the US for a 48-hour ceasefire, according to Al Jazeera, citing reports from the semi-official Fars news agency. The refusal highlights a continued hardening of Tehran's position amidst the current regional situation. (ANI)

Israel Iran War: Oil prices climb after Trump's threat to Iran over Strait of Hormuz

Oil prices climbed on Sunday after US President Donald Trump threatened to strike Iranian energy facilities if the Strait of Hormuz remains closed, CNN reported, as Brent crude rose 1.4% to reach USD 110.60.

US crude similarly increased by 1.8%, settling at USD 113.60. As per CNN, the price surge followed a series of aggressive social media posts from the President directed at the Iranian government.

"Tuesday will be Power Plant Day, and Bridge Day, all wrapped up in one, in Iran. There will be nothing like it!!! Open the F****n' Strait, you crazy b******s, or you'll be living in Hell - JUST WATCH! Praise be to Allah," Trump posted to Truth Social on Sunday morning.

According to CNN, a senior Iranian official responded to the warning later that day, stating that the waterway would not be reopened under current conditions. The official maintained that the strait will remain closed until the country is "fully compensated" for war damages.

Trump previously issued a two-day ultimatum to Iran on March 21, but eventually extended that deadline to April 6.

Amid the rising tensions, Oman's foreign ministry confirmed that its representatives met with Iranian officials on Sunday. The discussions focused on potential terms for allowing merchant ships to resume passage through the waterway. (ANI)

Iran US War: Iranian Supreme Leader's India representative slams Trump for abusive rant

After US President Donald Trump issued a sharply worded statement urging Iran to open the Strait of Hormuz, Iran's Supreme Leader's Representative in India said on Monday that it was a "big mistake" to start the war in Iran, which has had wide-ranging repercussions. He also called on the world leaders to come together and urge POTUS to stop the war.

When asked about the recent sharply-worded statement by Trump, Abdul Majid Hakeem Ilahi told ANI, "The language which every human being uses is the manifestation of his personality and his humanity and his morality. So someone who uses rude language means that this is his personality--a lot of American senators denied using that language."

His remark came after Trump, earlier today, issued a strong warning to Iran, urging the Islamic Republic to reopen the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz as the conflict in West Asia escalates, while threatening severe consequences if it fails to do so.

In a post on Truth Social, Trump used unusually harsh language to convey his message, reminding Tehran of his deadline to 'make a deal' or to 'open the Strait', noting that Tuesday will be the day when Washington will wrap up all of Iran's energy and civil infrastructure.

"Tuesday will be Power Plant Day, and Bridge Day, all wrapped up in one, in Iran. There will be nothing like it!!! Open the F****n' Strait, you crazy bastards, or you'll be living in Hell - JUST WATCH! Praise be to Allah," he stated in his post.

Iran War: 3 killed in Israeli strike on apartment building in Beirut, says Lebanese health ministry

An Israeli strike on Sunday targeting an apartment building in a town east of Beirut killed three people, Lebanon's health ministry said.

"Israeli enemy airstrike on the hills of Ain Saadeh kills three civilians, including two women, and injures three others," the ministry said in a statement.

Iran War News: Airstrike hits Tehran residential building; at least 13 killed

At least 13 killed in an airstrike that hit building in a city southwest of Iran's capital, Tehran, Iranian media report. (AP)

Israel Iran War: Gas outages in parts of Tehran after airstrike on university

Gas outages hit parts of Tehran after a strike on a university, Iran's state broadcaster reported on Monday.

The attack "hit the Sharif University gas station and we are facing a temporary gas outage in the Sharif neighborhood," state broadcaster IRIB quoted the head of Tehran's District 9 neighbourhood as saying.

Iran US War: Airstrikes target Tehran university linked to weapons work

A series of airstrikes early Monday morning on Iran's capital targeted the Sharif University of Technology.

Iranian media reported the strikes and damage to buildings there, as well as a natural gas distribution site next to the campus.

It wasn't immediately clear what had been targeted on the grounds of the university, which is empty of students as the war has forced all schools in the country into online classes.

Multiple countries over the years have sanctioned the university for its work with the military, particularly on Iran's ballistic missile programme, which is controlled by the country's paramilitary Revolutionary Guard.

The Guard and other security forces have been using secondary sites as rally points as their bases have come under repeated attack during the war.

Explosions rang out into the night. The sound of low-flying fighter jets could be heard off and on for hours.

Meanwhile, the state-run IRAN daily newspaper said in an online message that an airstrike in a residential area of Qom killed at least five people. Qom is a holy Shiite seminary city just south of Tehran.

It wasn't unclear what the target of the strike was.

Iran has not provided overall casualty figures from the war in days. It also hasn't discussed its materiel losses.

Israel Iran war news: Kuwait says intercepting missiles and drones launched by Iran

Kuwait's army said Monday its air defences were working to intercept missiles and drones fired towards the Gulf nation's territory.

"Kuwaiti Air Defenses are currently responding to hostile missile and drone threats," the army posted on X.

The country previously said it was responding to similar attacks overnight from Sunday to Monday.

UAE says air defences 'actively engaging' with missiles; urges public to remain calm

The Defence Ministry of the United Arab Emirates said that the country's air defence systems are "actively engaging" with missiles and Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs).

In a statement, the ministry urged the public to remain calm and abide by the security instructions.

"UAE Air Defences system are actively engaging with missiles and UAV threats. MOD asserts that the sounds heard across the country are the result of ongoing engagement operations of missiles and UAV's. The public is urged to remain calm and follow the safety and security instructions issued by the relevant authorities. Do not approach, touch, or photograph any debris on fragments that have fallen as a result of successful air interceptions and allow relevant authorities to assess the situation, the ministry said in a statement.

Additionally, Kuwait's Army also said that the country's air defence systems responded to hostile missile and drone threats.

"Kuwaiti Air Defences are currently responding to hostile missile and drone threats. The General Staff of the Kuwaiti Armed Forces confirms that any explosions that may be heard are the result of air defence systems intercepting hostile targets. The public is urged to adhere to safety and security instructions issued by the relevant authorities," the Army said in a statement.

Iran's Parliament Speaker slams Trump's 'Tuesday threat', says 'reckless moves dragging US into a living hell'

Iran's Parliament Speaker MB Ghalibaf, on Sunday strongly criticised US President Donald Trump over his recent threats against Tehran, warning that such actions could have severe consequences for both the United States and the wider region as the conflict in West Asia continues.


In a post on X, Ghalibaf accused Trump of escalating tensions and risking widespread instability, stating that his "reckless moves" are dragging the US to a "living hell".


Ghalibaf also suggests that US actions in the region are aligned with Israeli interests, and that the US President will burn the Gulf region at the command of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.


"Your reckless moves are dragging the United States into a living HELL for every single family, and our whole region is going to burn because you insist on following Netanyahu's commands. Make no mistake: You won't gain anything through war crimes. The only real solution is respecting the rights of the Iranian people and ending this dangerous game," he stated in his post on X.


Ghalibaf's remarks come after Trump, earlier in the day, issued a strong warning, threatening to target Iran's critical infrastructure if demands are not met.


Trump issued a strong warning to Iran, urging the Islamic Republic to reopen the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz as the conflict in West Asia escalates, while threatening severe consequences if it fails to do so.


In his post, Trump used unusually harsh language to convey his message, reminding Tehran of his deadline to 'make a deal' or to 'open the Strait', noting that Tuesday will be the day when Washington will wrap up all of Iran's energy and civil infrastructure.


"Tuesday will be Power Plant Day, and Bridge Day, all wrapped up in one, in Iran. There will be nothing like it!!! Open the F****n' Strait, you crazy bastards, or you'll be living in Hell - JUST WATCH! Praise be to Allah," he stated in his post.

Israel Iran war news: Israeli attacks on Lebanon kill at least 15

An Israeli attack on Beirut’s Jnah neighbourhood killed at least five people and wounded 52, as per the Lebanese health ministry.

A separate strike on an apartment building in the town of Ain Saadeh, east of Beirut, killed three people and injured three others.

Another attack on the southern town of Kfar Hatta, located far from the border with Israel, killed at least seven people, including a four-year-old girl, as cited by Al Jazeera.

Israel Iran war news: IRGC navy says Strait of Hormuz will ‘never return to its former state’ for US, Israel

The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Navy has issued a statement on the situation in the Strait of Hormuz, reiterating Iran’s stance on the strategic waterway.

“The Strait of Hormuz will never return to its former state, especially for the US and Israel,” the IRGC said in a social media post.

It added that it is in the final stages of operational preparations for what Iranian officials have described as a “new order” for the Gulf.

Israel Iran war news: Kuwaiti army says air defence systems intercepting missile and drone threats

The general staff of the Kuwaiti Army said the country’s air defence systems are intercepting hostile missile and drone attacks.

In a statement, the army said any explosions heard are the result of interception operations, as cited by Al Jazeera.

US Iran war: Israeli air attack on Lebanon’s Ain Saadeh kills 3, wounds 3

US Iran war: UAE says air defences responding to missile and drone threats

The United Arab Emirates’ defence ministry said the country’s air defence systems are responding to missile and drone threats.

In a statement, the ministry said the sounds heard in the sky are the result of ongoing interception operations, as cited by Al Jazeera.

US Iran war: 15 ships passed through strait of Hormuz with permission from Iran over past 24 hours, says state media

The IRGC-affiliated Fars news agency reported that 15 ships transited the Strait of Hormuz with permission from Iran over the past 24 hours, according to the latest figures.

Despite the limited movement, maritime traffic through the strategic waterway remains about 90 percent lower than before the start of the US-Israeli war on Iran, Fars said, as cited by Al Jazeera.

US Iran war: Hezbollah claims multiple attacks on Israeli troops

Hezbollah says it has carried out a series of attacks on Israeli forces and military sites in northern Israel and along the border with southern Lebanon.

In a statement, the group said it deployed explosive devices targeting Israeli forces near the town of Shamaa in southern Lebanon, and later opened fire on what it described as a rescue force that arrived at the scene, as cited by Al Jazeera.

Hezbollah also said it launched rocket attacks targeting Israeli army positions and troop gatherings near the town of Ainata, as well as areas east of the Khiam detention centre.

The group further reported firing rockets towards the northern Israeli towns of Nahariya and Metula, and said it targeted the Meron air operations command and control base in northern Israel.

US Iran war: Israeli army chief says ‘operational zone’ created south of Lebanon’s Litani River

Israeli army chief Eyal Zamir has said the military has designated all areas south of Lebanon’s Litani River as an “operational zone” as it expands its ground invasion to fight Hezbollah.

According to a military statement, Zamir met with troops stationed in the Ras al-Bayada area of southern Lebanon earlier today.

He said Israeli forces are working to “suppress and reduce high-trajectory fire from Lebanon,” a process that he noted “will take time,” the statement added, as cited by Al Jazeera.

More than 1.1 million people have been forcibly displaced across Lebanon as Israel intensifies its attacks on the country and continues its ground offensive in the south.

US Iran war: Iran says it will strike US-linked infrastructure ‘in kind’ if targeted

“Our armed forces have made it clear that in case Iran’s infrastructure is attacked, we would react in kind,” said Iran’s foreign ministry spokesman Esmail Baghaei, as cited by Al Jazeera.

“Our armed forces would target any similar infrastructure that is owned or in any way or manner related to the United States or contributes to their act of aggression against Iran.

Israel Iran war news: Fresh attacks reported near Iran’s Bushehr nuclear site as strikes hit Ahvaz airport, east Tehran

Another attack has been reported in Iran’s Bushehr province, home to one of the country’s major nuclear power plants. The increasing number of strikes in the area is raising concerns locally and across the region about the risk of a potential disaster.

Several attacks have also been reported in Ahvaz, including one targeting the city’s airport, while another strike was reported near eastern Tehran, according to Al Jazeera.

Israel Iran war news: Israel’s war-time injury toll rises to 6,951, says Israeli health ministry

Israel’s ministry of health said 6,951 people have been injured and taken to hospitals since the US-Israeli war on Iran began in late February.

According to the ministry, 123 patients remain hospitalised, including two in “critical condition," as cited by Al Jazeera.

Israel Iran war news: UNIFIL urges protection of peacekeepers in Lebanon

The spokesperson for the UN peacekeeping force in southern Lebanon (UNIFIL) has reiterated that peacekeepers must be allowed to carry out their work as intense fighting continues between Israel and Hezbollah in the region.

Kandice Ardiel said UN peacekeepers have been put at risk due to Israeli military and Hezbollah fire occurring “at or near” UNIFIL positions. At least three peacekeepers were killed last week in attacks.

“We remind all actors on the ground of their obligation to ensure the safety and security of United Nations personnel and to respect the inviolability of UN premises at all times,” Ardiel said through a post on X.

Israel Iran war news: Israeli strike targets apartment east of Beirut, state media reports

An Israeli strike targeted an apartment in a residential building in Ain Saadeh on Sunday, a town east of Beirut in the hills overlooking the city, according to Lebanon’s state-run National News Agency, as cited by AFP.

The area had largely been spared the clashes between Hezbollah and Israel until now. On Sunday, however, Israel intensified its strikes on the southern suburbs of the Lebanese capital, including an attack near the main public hospital that killed four people.

Israel Iran war news: Hezbollah claims series of attacks on Israeli forces

Hezbollah said it carried out a series of attacks on Israeli forces and military sites in northern Israel and along the border with southern Lebanon.

In statements released by its military media wing, the group said it detonated an explosive device targeting Israeli forces near the town of Shamaa in southern Lebanon, and later opened fire on what it described as a rescue force that arrived at the scene, as cited by Al Jazeera.

Hezbollah also said it launched rocket attacks at Israeli positions and troop gatherings near the town of Ainata, and fired rockets towards the northern Israeli towns of Nahariya and Metula.

In a separate statement, the group said it targeted the Meron air operations command and control base in northern Israel with a barrage of rockets.

'Damage to Hezbollah will intensify': Israel army chief visits troops in Lebanon, vows to up strikes

Israel's military chief Lieutenant General Eyal Zamir visited troops in southern Lebanon on Sunday and pledged to intensify strikes against Hezbollah.

"The IDF is striking Hezbollah, a terrorist organisation, with determination, extensively, and across multiple fronts," Zamir said, according to a statement issued by the military.

"Over 1,000 Hezbollah terrorists have been eliminated, and that number will continue to rise. The damage to Hezbollah will intensify."

Israel Iran War News: Jaishankar says he spoke to Iran’s foreign minister on current situation

External affairs minister S Jaishankar said on Sunday that he received a call from Iranian foreign minister Abbas Araghchi and discussed the present situation.

Israel Iran War: Iran’s UN mission accuses Donald Trump of threatening civilian infrastructure

Iran’s mission to the United Nations has accused US President Donald Trump of openly threatening to destroy infrastructure essential to civilian survival in Iran.

In a post on X, the mission cited Trump as saying, “Tuesday will be Power Plant Day and Bridge Day… there will be nothing like it.”

It said the remarks amounted to a direct and public threat against civilian infrastructure, calling it evidence of intent to commit a war crime.

"If the conscience of the United Nations were alive, it would not remain silent in the face of the overt and shameless threat by the war-mongering President of the United States to target civilian infrastructure. Trump seeks to drag the region into an endless war. This is direct and public incitement to terrorise civilians and clear evidence of intent to commit war crime," the post said.

The mission urged the international community and all states to act immediately to prevent such attacks.

EAM speaks to Qatar PM on Middle East situation

"Had a telecon on the ongoing conflict with PM & FM MBA Al Thani of Qatar this evening," said Jaishankar on X.

Jaishankar talks to UAE counterpart Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan

"Discussed the evolving situation in West Asia with DPM & FM AB Zayed of UAE," said the EAM on X.

US Iran War: Iranian missile hits Haifa residential building, injures four

A missile fired from Iran struck a residential building in the northern Israeli city of Haifa on Sunday, injuring four people, according to the Israeli military and medics.

The Israeli military said the seven-storey building was hit by a “direct impact of a missile” and confirmed it had been fired from Iran.

Israel’s emergency service, Magen David Adom, also said four people were wounded in the strike.

Israel Iran War News: 'Whole region will burn' - Iran accuses Trump of following Netanyahu's commands

Iran’s parliament speaker Mohammad Bagher Qalibaf has warned US President Donald Trump that the entire region will “burn” because of what he described as Washington following Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s lead.

In a post on X, Qalibaf said Trump’s “reckless moves” were dragging the United States into a “living hell” for American families. He also said the US would gain nothing through what he called “war crimes.”

Israel Iran War: China says ready to work with Russia at UN to cool Middle East tensions

China is willing to continue coordinating with Russia at the UN Security Council to help ease tensions in the Middle East, Foreign Minister Wang Yi told Russian counterpart Sergei Lavrov during a phone call on Sunday.

Wang said the key to resolving navigation issues in the Strait of Hormuz is securing a ceasefire as soon as possible, adding that China supports political solutions through dialogue and negotiation.

The call came ahead of a UN Security Council vote next week on a Bahraini resolution aimed at protecting commercial shipping in and around the Strait of Hormuz.

'Living in fear': Trump says Iranians would support US 'blowing up everything'

When asked by Axios whether he was concerned about harming innocent civilians, US President Donald Trump said he believed many Iranians opposed to their government would support such strikes to weaken the regime. “They are living in fear. They are afraid we are gonna leave in the middle of the war, but we are not going to leave,” he said.

'Felt they were not being serious': Trump explains why US struck Iran bridge

The US president claimed that several days ago the US and Iran were close to an agreement to hold direct negotiations.

"But then they said they will meet us in five days. So I said, 'Why five days?' I felt they were not being serious. So I attacked the bridge," Trump told Axios, referring to Wednesday's strike on a bridge that connects Tehran with northern Iran.

UAE authorities respond to a incident at Khor Fakkan port, no injuries reported

Authorities in the emirate responded to an incident targeting Khor Fakkan Port on Sunday, saying, “The competent authorities in the emirate are dealing with an incident that targeted Khor Fakkan port today,” adding that no injuries had been reported, according to Emirates News Agency.

Pro-Iran groups attack US diplomatic sites in Iraq overnight, claims embassy

Pro-Iran armed groups carried out two overnight attacks on US diplomatic sites in Iraq, the US Embassy in Baghdad said on Sunday.

US senator Lindsey Graham backs Trump's plan on opening Strait of Hormuz

In a statement made on X, he said, "As I have been saying for the last several days, President Trump is intent on restoring freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz. He is deadly serious when it comes to his ultimatum to Iran to open the Strait of Hormuz or face a massive military response against vital infrastructure."

"It is still my hope Strait of Hormuz can be reopened and the enriched uranium can be secured through diplomacy. That would be the best outcome for the region and the world. To say the window on diplomacy is closing would be an understatement. To Iran, chose wisely and chose quickly," he added.

Trump says deal with Iran possible by Monday

US President Donald Trump said Sunday he believes there is a "good chance" of making a deal with Iran on Monday, ahead of his deadline for Tehran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz or face heavy bombing.

"I think there is a good chance tomorrow, they are negotiating now," Trump told a Fox News journalist.

"If they don't make a deal and fast, I'm considering blowing everything up and taking over the oil," he added.

US-Israeli strikes hit an airport in southwestern Iran

US-Israeli strikes hit an airport in southwestern Iran on Sunday, state media reported.

"The Shahid (Qasem) Soleimani international airport was hit in an airstrike carried out by US and Zionist forces," the official IRNA news agency said, citing the deputy governor of Khuzestan province, Valiollah Hayati.

Netanyahu congratulates Trump on rescue of an American pilot

Israeli strike on south Beirut kills 4, wounds 39: Report

An Israeli strike on south Beirut killed at least four people and wounded 39 on Sunday, the Lebanese health ministry said in a preliminary toll.

The strike hit near Lebanon's largest public hospital, where an AFP team later saw around 20 people leaving the facility, some in tears, as smoke rose from the area and Israeli warplanes were heard overhead.

The area lies adjacent to Beirut's southern suburbs, a stronghold of Lebanese armed group Hezbollah.

Trump says US will target Iran's infrastructure on Tuesday

US President ‌Donald ⁠Trump ⁠on ​Sunday said in ​a Truth ​Social ⁠post ‌that "Tuesday ​will ​be ⁠Power Plant Day, ​and Bridge ​Day, all ‌wrapped up ​in ​one, ⁠in Iran."

Furious Trump hints at hitting Iran hard in expletive-filled social media post

Israeli strike hits near hospital in south Beirut: Report

An Israeli strike hit south Beirut on Sunday, Lebanese state media reported, with a medical source telling AFP it made impact about 100 metres away from a public hospital.

The strike hit Beirut's Jnah neighbourhood near Rafik Hariri University Hospital, the largest public medical facility in the country.

Israel's military earlier warned it was carrying out strikes on Beirut.

Middle East war: Iran drones inflict 'severe' damage to oil infrastructure in Kuwait

Attacks by Iranian drones on Sunday resulted in "severe" damage to Kuwaiti oil and petrochemical facilities, the country's state petroleum company said, as Tehran carries out strikes on civilian infrastructure in the Gulf.

The Kuwait Petroleum Corporation said a number of facilities of its subsidiary Petrochemical Industries Company "have been subjected to a heinous Iranian attack and targeting involving the use of drones".

It said "the attack resulted in the outbreak of fires at several of these facilities and caused severe material damage".

'Discussed possible options for ensuring the smooth flow of transit through the Strait of Hormuz,' Oman foreign ministry says

"The Sultanate of Oman and the Islamic Republic of Iran held a meeting on Saturday, April 4, 2026 CE, at the level of deputy ministers in the foreign ministries of the two countries, attended by specialists from both sides. The meeting discussed possible options for ensuring the smooth flow of transit through the Strait of Hormuz amid the circumstances currently prevailing in the region. During the meeting, experts from both sides presented a number of visions and proposals that will be studied," Oman govt wrote on X.