The US president insists Washington has already decimated Tehran in a very conventional way Donald Trump has lashed out at a reporter who asked whether his threats to destroy Iranian power plants, bridges, and the entire civilization meant he was ready to use a nuclear weapon, dismissing the question as "stupid.
The US president insists Washington has already decimated Tehran in a "very conventional way" Donald Trump has lashed out at a reporter who asked whether his threats to destroy Iranian power plants, bridges, and the entire civilization meant he was ready to use a nuclear weapon, dismissing the quest
The conflict has morphed into a volatile standoff in the Strait of Hormuz, as the economic costs mount and President Trump faces a political backlash at home.
Washington DC [US], April 24 (ANI): US President Donald Trump on Thursday (local time) said he would not set any deadline for ending the conflict with Iran, stating 'don't rush me' while claiming that Iran's military capabilities have been severely weakened.
Heavy weapons use in Iran war sparks concerns over US readiness in Taiwan: Report The US has fired so many munitions in its war on Iran that some officials are concerned it would not be able to fully execute its plan to defend Taiwan against a potential Chinese invasion in the near term, according to a report by The Wall Street Journal. The WSJ reported on Thursday that if China were to invade Taiwan, the US would suffer from a munitions gap “in the short term”, which could expose American soldiers to increased risk. The report said the US alone had fired 1,500 to 2,000 air defence missiles in Iran.
Hezbollah fires rockets, citing Israeli ceasefire violations Hezbollah says it has launched rockets towards northern Israel, describing the attack as a response to Israeli breaches of the ceasefire. "To defend Lebanon and its people, and in response to the violation of the ceasefire by the Israeli enemy and its attacks against the city of Yater, in southern Lebanon," Hezbollah "targeted the settlement of Shtula with a salvo of rockets", the group said The Israeli military said it detected and intercepted “several shots originating from Lebanon and penetrating into Israeli territory”. The exchange comes as Lebanese and Israeli representatives prepare for a second round of talks in Washington, underscoring the fragility of the ceasefire as tensions persist along the border.
Heavy weapons use in Iran war sparks concerns over US readiness in Taiwan: Report Submitted by MEE staff on Thu, 04/23/2026 - 20:37 If the US moved to defend Taiwan from a Chinese invasion, US soldiers could be exposed to greater risk due to munition shortages Chinese honour guard members from the People's Liberation Army shout as they march during a welcoming ceremony for Spain's King Felipe VI at the Great Hall of the People, in Beijing, China, on 12 November 2025 (Maxim Shemetov/Pool/AFP) Off The US has fired so many munitions in its war on Iran that some officials are concerned it would not be able to fully execute its plan to defend Taiwan against a potential Chinese invasion in the near term, according to a report by The Wall Street Journal. The WSJ reported on Thursday that if China were to invade Taiwan, the US would suffer from a munitions gap “in the short term”, which could expose American soldiers to increased risk. The report said the US alone had fired 1,500 to 2,000 air defence missiles in Iran.
Disruptions to shipping and energy flows are driving up costs, straining supply chains and reshaping global trade routes The fallout from the USIsraeli war on Iran is spreading across the global economy, driving up costs, disrupting supply chains, and leaving consumers to absorb the impact as trade flows shift.
WASHINGTON, D. C. : The U.
Amal Khalil: The fearless journalist, killed by Israel, who embodied southern Lebanon Amal Khalil, the seasoned journalist, was born during a years-long Israeli occupation of southern Lebanon . She was killed there four decades later by invading Israeli forces. “Amal was present in every home.
US deploys third aircraft carrier to Middle East, Centcom says The US has sent a third aircraft carrier to the Mena region, in a further show of military force as tensions escalate. US Central Command said the USS George HW Bush has entered its area of responsibility, sharing an image of the carrier operating in the Indian Ocean. Two other carriers - the USS Abraham Lincoln and the USS Gerald R Ford - are already deployed in the region.
Proposal at heart of offer made during a 30-country two-day meeting jointly organised by France Middle East crisis – live updates Britain is prepared to deploy a squadron of RAF Typhoons based in Qatar to patrol over the strait of Hormuz as part of a multinational mission to keep open the strategic waterway once the Iran war comes to an end. The UK military also offered to deploy mine-hunting drones and specialist divers to help clear the strait mined by Iran – but no decision has been made on whether HMS Dragon or another warship would also be deployed. Continue reading...
Air defences activated in Tehran as ‘hostile targets’ reported Air defence systems were activated in parts of Tehran on Thursday, with Iranian media reporting attempts to intercept what were described as “hostile targets”. Mehr News Agency said air defences engaged targets over the capital, while Nour News also reported that batteries had been activated in several areas. Authorities did not provide details on the nature of the threat, and there were no immediate reports of damage or casualties.
Battle of the blockades may still have more time to run as both the US and Iran try to assert control over the strait of Hormuz Donald Trump’s decision to extend the naval blockade of Iran indefinitely may do nothing to reduce world oil prices – but it could amount to a recognition that further US military escalation in breach of the nominal ceasefire comes with greater risk against a regime disinclined to surrender. In theory, Trump’s military options are increasing. A third US carrier strike group, the George HW Bush, is due to arrive in the Middle East within days after rounding South Africa.
US president says Tehran hobbled by infighting as Pentagon reportedly briefs mine clearance may take six months Middle East crisis – live updates Donald Trump has again said that the US has “total control over the strait of Hormuz,” adding that Iran’s leadership was so hobbled by infighting that it was unclear who was in charge. But the US president’s claim seemed questionable in the face of the seizure of two container ships by Iranian commandos and a US report warning it could take six months to clear the strait of mines. Continue reading...
Israel seeks ‘green light’ from US to kill remaining Khamenei family members Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz has openly signalled plans to target Iran’s leadership, saying Israel is waiting for US approval to strike members of the late Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei’s family, including his son, the current supreme leader, Mojtaba Khamenei. Katz said Israel is seeking a “green light” from Washington to escalate its campaign. "We are waiting for the green light from the United States, first and foremost to complete the elimination of the Khamenei dynasty and return Iran to the Dark Ages and the Stone Age," Katz said.
Israeli air strikes kill three in south Lebanon despite ceasefire Israeli attacks have killed three people in southern Lebanon, in the latest violence despite a 10-day truce between Israel and Hezbollah. Lebanon’s health ministry said "an Israeli airstrike on the Shoukine road in the Nabatieh district" killed three people. A separate strike on the village of Yater wounded two others, including a child.
Jim Taiclet spoke in earnings call as company expands contracts with the US government amid the Iran war Lockheed Martin’s CEO has called the Trump administration a “golden opportunity” for the company as it expands its contracting work for the federal government amid the conflict in the Middle East. In an earnings call on Thursday covering the first quarter of 2026, Lockheed Martin CEO Jim Taiclet told investors that the company is well positioned “based on more available resources for us”. Continue reading...
Washington DC [US], April 23 (ANI): US President Donald Trump on Thursday said that he has directed the country's Navy to take decisive action against any vessels attempting to lay mines in the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz amid escalating tension over the virtual control of the waterway between Tehran and Washington.
Israeli-US war on Iran drives costs up, forcing aid cuts worldwide The Israeli-US war on Iran is driving up global costs and undermining humanitarian operations, forcing aid groups to scale back support even as needs surge. So said the Secretary General of the Norwegian Refugee Council, Jan Egeland, who warned that rising energy prices are making essential relief work far more expensive, from transport to basic services. “We have 1,500 vehicles in our operations; they run on diesel.
