Iran

US insulated from Hormuz shocks: Greer

Jamieson Greer said the United States is largely insulated from supply chain disruptions caused by tensions in the Strait of Hormuz, thanks to domestic sourcing and regional supply networks. However, he warned that the impact is more severe for Asian economies, including India.

Apr 1, 2026

Secret US Command Centre destroyed, around 200 US officials were present: Iran claims

Iran has claimed that it destroyed a secret US command centre with around 200 officials present, escalating tensions in the ongoing conflict. However, there is no independent confirmation of this claim so far, raising questions about misinformation and wartime narratives.

Mar 31, 2026

The collapse of managed conflict and rise of systemic warfare: 2026 Iran war

The 2026 Iran war has moved beyond a limited, controlled conflict into a complex, multi-domain regional war with global consequences. What was initially designed as a calibrated strike by the United States and Israel has evolved into a situation where escalation is no longer contained or predictable, but shaped by interactions across military, economic and geopolitical systems.

Mar 31, 2026

'Will blow up Kharg Island, oil wells if'...: Trump's ultimatum to Iran

Donald Trump has threatened to target key civilian infrastructure in Iran, including water, energy and oil facilities, if tensions escalate and the Strait of Hormuz is not reopened. Experts and rights groups warn such actions would violate international law, citing the Fourth Geneva Convention,.

Mar 31, 2026

US strikes Iran's Isfahan with 2,000-pound bunker-buster bombs, Trump posts clip

President Trump just posted raw video of MASSIVE explosions lighting up the night sky over Isfahan, Iran — believed to be from U.S.-Israeli airstrikes hitting a major ammunition depot with bunker-buster bombs. Huge secondary blasts and fires reported.

Mar 31, 2026

Trump says willing to end war with Iran even if Hormuz Strait remains closed: US media

Donald Trump is reportedly open to ending US military operations against Iran even if the Strait of Hormuz remains closed, opting to avoid a prolonged conflict. Instead, the US plans to weaken Iran's military capabilities and rely on diplomatic pressure or allies to reopen the key oil route.

Mar 31, 2026

Iran rejects US proposed truce plan as 'very excessive, unrealistic'

President Donald Trump warned that if a deal is not reached and the Strait of Hormuz remains closed, key Iranian energy and desalination facilities could be targeted. He described the potential strikes as retribution for past attacks on US personnel.

Mar 30, 2026

Trump warns Iran on Hormuz, power grid if deal is not reached​

Donald Trump warned that the United States could strike Iran's energy infrastructure, including electric plants, oil wells, and possibly desalination facilities, if a deal is not reached soon and the Strait of Hormuz remains closed. He noted that talks with a "new, more reasonable" Iranian regime are making progress

Mar 30, 2026

Is Mojtaba Khamenei alive? Iran's supreme leader's new 'thank you' message to Iraq surfaces amid death rumours

Mojtaba Khamenei, the son of former supreme leader Ali Khamenei who was killed in an airstrike at the start of the war on February 28, has still yet to appear in public after being named and has only issued a handful of written statements.

Mar 30, 2026

Donald Trump warns 'Cuba is next' after Venezuela, Iran actions

Donald Trump have intensified geopolitical tensions, as he suggested that Cuba could be the next focus of US action following military operations in Venezuela and Iran. Speaking at an investment forum in Miami, Trump said "Cuba is next," though he did not outline specific plans

Mar 28, 2026

Iran missile strike in Tel Aviv leaves one dead, two injured

The incident comes amid escalating tensions following joint US-Israeli strikes on Iran, which have triggered retaliatory attacks across the region. In response, US-Israeli airstrikes also targeted Iranian nuclear-related facilities.

Mar 28, 2026

Iran's FM Abbas Araghchi slams US, Israel over deadly school strike; asks to hold 'aggressors' accountable at UN debate

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi accused the US and Israel of committing war crimes, citing a deadly strike on a girls' school. Addressing a UN debate, he urged global condemnation and warned of continued self-defence, alleging widespread attacks on civilian infrastructure during the ongoing conflict.

Mar 27, 2026

Iran issues 'ultimatum' to Bahrain, UAE hotels hosting US troops: Report

Iran's Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi warned hotels in Gulf Arab countries against accepting US military personnel, accusing the soldiers of fleeing their bases and using civilian sites as cover.

Mar 27, 2026

Trump reveals Iran's 'gift', says Tehran let 10 oil tankers pass through Strait of Hormuz

US President Donald Trump, during the first cabinet meeting since the war began in West Asia, on Thursday talked about Iran's mystery "present" to America, which he mentioned two days earlier, was the passage of 10 oil-carrying ships through the Strait of Hormuz.

Mar 26, 2026

'Better get serious before it's too late': Trump warns Iran negotiators

US President Donald Trump claimed Iran is "begging" for a deal despite rejecting his 15-point peace proposal to end the war. He warned Tehran to act before "it is too late". Iran dismissed the offer and instead set conditions, including halting attacks, securing reparations and recognition of its control over the Strait of Hormuz.

Mar 26, 2026

Donald Trump blames Obama for giving Iran "everything" to build nuclear weapons

US President Donald Trump claims former US president Barack Obama gave "everything" to Iran during his address at the NRCC Annual Fundraising Dinner. "He gave Iran the right to have a nuclear weapon at the highest level within a very short period of time," Trump said.

Mar 26, 2026

Strait of Hormuz is not completely shut: Only five "friendly" nations get safe passage, India one of them

Along with India, ships from Russia, China, Pakistan and Iraq have been granted safe passage through the key maritime chokepoint despite the ongoing conflict in the region.

Mar 26, 2026

Iran agreeing to negotiate implies they are under pressure: Israeli envoy Azar

Trump confirmed active negotiations with Iran and said Iran's leadership has changed, highlighted energy concessions including the Strait of Hormuz, and reiterated that Iran will not develop nuclear weapons, calling reports of ongoing conflict "fake news."

Mar 25, 2026

Who is Mohammad Bagher Zolqadr: Iran's supreme national security council secretary after Larijani's death

Mohammad Baqer Zolqadr has been appointed as Iran's new Secretary of the Supreme National Security Council, succeeding Ali Larijani, who was killed in an Israeli strike last week. Zolqadr, a veteran commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) with decades of experience in Iran's military, security, and judiciary.

Mar 24, 2026

Trump warns Iran to reopen Strait of Hormuz within 48 hours or face strikes on power plants

Donald Trump warned Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz within 48 hours or face US strikes on power plants, while claiming US military objectives are nearly achieved and rejecting calls for a ceasefire.

Mar 22, 2026