BELGIUM – The European Union on Tuesday decried the Trump’s threats of attacking Iran‘s critical civilian infrastructure, warning that such actions would escalate regional tensions and affect millions of people. “We have always said that diplomacy is the answer,” EU Commission spokesperson Anitta Hipper told reporters at the midday briefing. “From our side, we reject […]
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US-Israeli Attacks on Northern Iran Kill 18
IRAN – US-Israeli attacks on northern Iran’s residential areas on Tuesday killed at least 18 people and injured 24 others, according to local reports. Among the dead are 2 children. Fars News Agency, citing a deputy governor of Alborz province, said the strikes hit homes and shelters in the region in the morning. The official […]
Over 7K have been Injured in Israel Since Start of Iran War
ISRAEL – Since the start of Iran war, a total of 7,183 people have been injured in Israel, including 133 in the last 24 hours, according to the health ministry on Tuesday. In a statement, the ministry said 118 people remain hospitalized, including two in critical condition, 14 in serious condition, 27 in moderate condition, […]
At Least 373 American Troops Injured in Iran War Operation; Report
USA – As of Monday April 6, at least 373 American troops had been injured in Iran war operation, according to a CBS News report. Citing a US Central Command spokesperson, CBS News reported that some 330 of those have returned to duty, and five are currently considered seriously wounded. Tensions in the Middle East […]
Iran Shoots Down US C-130 Hercules Support Aircraft in Isfahan
IRAN – Iran shot down an American C-130 Hercules support aircraft in Isfahan, according to a report on Sunday. The plane was destroyed “by heavy fire from a police special forces unit,” the semi-official Tasnim News Agency claimed, citing Iranian police. Some initial US reports on social media claimed that during the process of rescuing […]
Trump’s Address to the Nation Pushes European Natural Gas Prices Over 6pct, Precious Metals Drop
BELGIUM – Donald Trump‘s address to the nation’s remarks on Iran war pushed the European natural gas prices to over 6% (over €50 [$58]) on Thursday, as markets reassessed risks. The Dutch TTF price rose to trade near €50.4 ($58.1) per megawatt-hour as of 0655GMT on Thursday. The jump came after natural gas prices had […]
Iran War Updates: US-Israeli Attack on Residential Building in Karaj City Kill 4
IRAN – US-Israeli attack on residential building in Karaj city, Iran, on Wednesday killed 4 people and injured 8 others, according to local reports. Iranian media also reported that parts of the capital Tehran were simultaneously targeted in the morning attacks. There were no immediate official statements regarding the extent of damage or possible casualties […]
Qatari Oil Tanker Struck by an Iranian Missile
QATAR – A Qatari oil tanker was on Wednesday struck by an Iranian missile after Iran launched 3 missiles targeting Qatar, according to the Qatari Defense Ministry. The armed forces “successfully intercepted two of the cruise missiles, while the third missile struck an oil tanker leased to Qatar Energy in Qatar’s territorial waters,” the ministry […]
US to Leave Iran in 2-3 Weeks; Trump
USA – Donald Trump said on Tuesday that US plans on leaving Iran in 2 to 3 weeks, a sign that the war might be closer to an end. “All I have to do is leave Iran, and we’ll be doing that very soon,” Trump told reporters at the White House. “We’ll be leaving very […]
Egypt & Turkey Should be Worried if Iranian Regime Collapses
Majority of Gulf countries like Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, Kuwait and Bahrain want the war on Iran to continue and hopefully lead to the Iranian regime collapse. Some will argue that this’ because the Iran’s Operation True Promise 4 launched in retaliation to the unprovoked US-Israeli attacks has resulted to attacks inside their nations, […]
Iranian Parliament Approves Strait of Hormuz Toll Plan
IRAN – The Iranian parliament approved the Strait of Hormuz toll plan for vessels passing through, according to local reports on Tuesday. The measure, which cleared the National Security Commission, outlines a series of new regulations governing the strategic waterway, including financial provisions that would require ships to pay transit fees in Iran’s national currency, […]
US Seeks Patriot Air Defense System Battery from Poland for Middle East Deployment
POLAND – The US has unofficially requested the Patriot air defense system battery from Poland for deployment in the Middle East, according to a local report on Tuesday. The Rzeczpospolita newspaper said that Washington has not submitted a formal request but has approached Warsaw informally amid growing concern over the security situation in the Middle […]
Israel to Continue its War in Lebanon Even After Iran Deal; Netanyahu
ISRAEL – Benjamin Netanyahu has said that Israeli war in Lebanon will continue even after any deal is reached between US and Iran, according to a report on Monday. The Israel Hayom daily said Netanyahu conveyed the message during recent closed-door talks with senior officials in US President Donald Trump’s administration. According to the newspaper, […]
Trump Considering Ground Operation in Iran to Extract Uranium
USA – A report on Sunday citing officials with knowledge of the matter said that Donald Trump was considering a ground operation in Iran to extract almost 1,000 pounds of uranium, an operation that could take days or longer. Officials said Trump has not made a final decision and is weighing the risks such an […]
US-Israeli Strikes Target Mehrabad International Airport & Petrochemical Facility in Iran
IRAN – Early Monday, US-Israeli strikes targeted Mehrabad International Airport in Tehran, as well as a petrochemical facility in Tabriz, according to local reports. Iranian state television said several sites across the capital were also hit. The broadcaster said the strikes also targeted a branch of Iran’s National Bank and a cardboard factory in the […]