IRGC:

• We condemn the attack on the US embassy in Riyadh and affirm no involvement.
• Israel is responsible for the attack as part of its regional strategy.
• We previously announced our military target bank and warned neighboring states against destabilization efforts.
• West Asian countries must remain vigilant against US-Israeli attempts to stir unrest.

Drone Strike Hits Oil Facilities in Southern Iraq

REUTERS (citing security sources): A fire broke out after a drone struck storage facilities belonging to foreign oil companies west of Basra.

Iran Says US Predator Drone Downed Over Isfahan

IRGC: A US MQ-1 Predator drone was shot down over Isfahan province.

Israeli Strikes Intensify Across Southern and Eastern Lebanon

AL MAYADEEN CORRESPONDENT:

• Israeli warplanes struck Srifa and Shaabiya in southern Lebanon.
• Airstrikes also targeted Suhmar in western Bekaa multiple times, marking the fifth strike since midnight.
• Israeli forces reportedly infiltrated Shebaa at dawn and abducted a civilian.

Explosion Reported in Kiryat Shmona Without Sirens

ISRAELI MEDIA: A rocket exploded in Kiryat Shmona without prior activation of sirens.

AL MAYADEEN CORRESPONDENT: An Israeli airstrike targeted the town of Yahmar in western Bekaa.

Israel Faces Potential Drone Deal Setback with Romania

ISRAELI MEDIA: Romania is considering canceling a deal worth hundreds of millions of dollars to purchase Israeli drones.

Iran Executes Two Individuals Accused of ‘Terrorism’ in Tehran

IRANIAN JUDICIARY:

• Two members of the Mujahideen-e Khalq organization were executed in Tehran.
• They were arrested while carrying out an operation and were found in possession of four launcher-type weapons.
• Authorities said they carried out multiple bombings under the direction of enemy leaders in Tehran.

Sirens Sound in Northern Israel

ISRAELI MEDIA: Sirens were heard in northern Israel.

LEBANESE HEALTH MINISTRY:

• Israeli airstrikes caused damage to the Lebanese-Italian hospital, which remains operational.
• 11 people were injured, including three civil defense paramedics, following two strikes on al-Housh in Tyre.

AL MAYADEEN: A new Israeli airstrike targeted Beirut’s southern suburb amid heavy warplane presence.

Hezbollah Targets Israeli Military Sites with Rockets and Drones

HEZBOLLAH:

• We targeted the perimeter of a newly established helicopter landing site in Maroun al-Ras with rockets.
• We struck the Lyman barracks north of Nahariya using suicide drones.

Israeli Media Warns of Troop Shortages Across Fronts

MAARIV: The harsh reality is that the army will not have enough soldiers to defend all fronts.

UAE: No Injuries Reported in Oracle Facility Incident

DUBAI AUTHORITIES: No injuries were recorded following the targeting of Oracle’s facility in Dubai Internet City.

IRANIAN STATE TV: A new wave of missile attacks was launched toward Israel.

ISRAELI MEDIA:

• Sirens sounded across Tel Aviv, central areas, and the Negev.
• Cluster and fragmentation munitions were reported in multiple locations, including Givatayim, Petah Tikva, Bnei Brak, Ramat Gan, and Rosh HaAyin.
• A building collapsed in Ramat Gan, while power outages were reported in Rosh HaAyin.
• A missile struck Beersheba and another hit an industrial facility in Ramat Hovav.
• Emergency teams were dispatched to at least 17 impact sites.

Hezbollah Escalates Operations, Targets Israeli Armor and Positions

HEZBOLLAH:

• We carried out 48 operations over the past hours targeting Israeli sites and troop concentrations.
• A Merkava tank was hit with a guided missile in Houla and was seen burning.
• We targeted Israeli forces and vehicles in Maroun al-Ras with a rocket barrage.

Israeli Strikes Intensify on Beirut and Southern Lebanon

AL MAYADEEN:

• Israeli warplanes struck Beirut’s southern suburb multiple times.
• Airstrikes also targeted Mansouri in Tyre district.

Iraqi Resistance Announces Dozens of Operations

ISLAMIC RESISTANCE IN IRAQ: We carried out 19 operations using dozens of drones and missiles targeting enemy bases in Iraq and the region within 24 hours.

Bahrain Activates Sirens Amid Missile and Drone Threats

BAHRAIN MINISTRY OF INTERIOR: Sirens were activated after detecting a missile or drone attack.

Global Food Prices Reach Highest Level Since December

FAO (UNITED NATIONS): Global food prices have risen to their highest level since December.

Iran Signals Strategic Focus on Maritime Routes

IRANIAN PARLIAMENT SPEAKER MOHAMMAD BAGHER GHALIBAF: Questions raised over global reliance on oil, LNG, grain, and fertilizer shipments passing through Bab al-Mandeb.

Tasnim Reports Possible Downing of Additional US Aircraft

TASNIM: Initial indicators suggest another US-Israeli fighter jet may have been shot down.

Hezbollah reports 38 operations, including sniper fire, as cross-border attacks intensify across southern Lebanon and northern Israel.

Read the key developments and the full report here:

Hezbollah Escalates: Sniper Fire, 38 Attacks in One Day

ISRAELI HOME FRONT COMMAND:

• Sirens sounded in western Galilee after a drone infiltration was detected.
• Sirens were also activated in Avivim and Yir’on in Upper Galilee following rocket fire from Lebanon.
• Additional sirens sounded in Nahariya after rockets were launched from Lebanon.

ISRAELI CHANNEL 12: Five rockets were launched toward Nahariya in the latest barrage, some were intercepted.

HEZBOLLAH:

• We engaged an Israeli force near the “Triangle of Liberation,” causing confirmed casualties.
• We launched rockets at Shlomi settlement.
• We targeted Nahariya with rockets for the third time.
• We shelled Israeli forces and positions in Aita al-Shaab, Maroun al-Ras, and al-Malkiya.

Israeli Strikes and Military Response in Lebanon

AL JAZEERA CORRESPONDENT:

• An Israeli airstrike targeted areas near al-Burj al-Shamali in Tyre district.
• A second Israeli airstrike hit Suhmar in eastern Bekaa.
• An Israeli strike targeted the town of Maarakeh in southern Lebanon.

LEBANESE HEALTH MINISTRY: At least 10 people were injured in an Israeli strike on Maarakeh.

ISRAELI ARMY: A rocket launch platform in Lebanon was destroyed shortly after it targeted northern Israel.

Iran Threatens to Block US Logistics Through Hormuz

IRANIAN SECURITY OFFICIAL (TO PRESS TV): We will no longer allow US logistical supplies to pass through the Strait of Hormuz.

Trump: US Is Now at War

US PRESIDENT DONALD TRUMP (to NBC):

• We are now at war, and what happened today is part of this war.
• He also warned he is not yet ready to announce what the US will do if the missing pilot is harmed.

Diplomatic Developments on Hormuz Vote

DIPLOMATIC SOURCE (TO AL JAZEERA): The vote on the Bahraini draft resolution regarding the Strait of Hormuz has been postponed again.

Iran rejects US terms for talks as diplomacy stalls and Washington signals escalation despite mounting battlefield developments.

Read the key developments and the full report here:

Iran Rejects US Terms as Talks Collapse, Trump Claims Losses Won’t Affect Talks

NBC (citing a White House official): The national security team provided continuous updates to Donald Trump throughout the day regarding the aircraft downed in Iran.

IRGC: Drones and Cruise Missiles Downed Over Multiple Regions

IRGC:

• An MQ-9 drone was shot down over Isfahan in central Iran, and a Hermes drone over Bushehr in the south.
• Two cruise missiles were intercepted over the cities of Zanjan in the northwest and Khomein in central Iran.

Sirens Sound in Avivim After Rocket Fire from Lebanon

ISRAELI HOME FRONT COMMAND: Sirens sounded in Avivim in Upper Galilee after rockets were launched from Lebanon.

WSJ: Second A-10 Did Not Crash Inside Iran

WALL STREET JOURNAL (citing informed sources): The second US A-10 aircraft did not crash inside Iranian territory.

According to the latest reports from Iranian state media, five US fighter jets and helicopters were shot down in a single day.

BREAKING: Iran Claims Downing of 5 US Fighter Jets and Helicopters in One Day

CBS NEWS (citing US officials):

• One of the F-15 pilots was rescued using two military helicopters.
• Search operations continue for the second crew member, a weapons systems officer.

NEW YORK TIMES (citing US sources): An A-10 aircraft crashed near the Strait of Hormuz, and its pilot was rescued.

FOX NEWS (citing sources): The Trump administration informed Congress that a US fighter jet was shot down in Iran.

CBS / US OFFICIAL: The F-15 was not brought down due to mechanical failure but was shot down by Iranian forces.

IRANIAN STATE TV (KHATAM AL-ANBIYA SPOKESPERSON): We targeted an enemy aircraft south of Qeshm Island, and it sank in the Gulf waters.

NBC (citing a US official): Two US rescue helicopters came under Iranian fire, but their crews are safe.

⚡️🚨 Iranian reports say police units opened fire on two American aircraft involved in search operations for the crew of a US F-15 jet downed over Iran, as tensions escalate around ongoing rescue efforts.

🔹 The incident comes amid an active US search-and-rescue mission after… pic.twitter.com/c8U3AOOa8I

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Heavy Exchange of Fire in Northern Israel as Rockets Launched from Lebanon

AL JAZEERA CORRESPONDENT: A rocket barrage was launched from southern Lebanon toward Israel.

ISRAELI CHANNEL 12: 15 rockets were fired from Lebanon toward Haifa and the Upper and Lower Galilee.

ISRAELI HOME FRONT COMMAND:

• Sirens sounded in Haifa following the launch of rockets from southern Lebanon.
• Sirens were also activated across wide areas of the Upper and Lower Galilee.

ISRAELI CHANNEL 13: One rocket was intercepted while two others fell in open areas following the attack from Lebanon.

Israeli Airstrikes Intensify Across Southern Lebanon

AL JAZEERA CORRESPONDENT:

• An Israeli airstrike targeted the town of Majdal Selm in southern Lebanon.
• An Israeli drone strike hit Kfar Reman, alongside artillery shelling targeting Yahmar al-Shaqif and Arnoun.
• Israeli airstrikes also targeted two bridges over the Litani River between Mashghara and Suhmar in the Bekaa.
• Additional strikes targeted the towns of Kounine and areas around Maarakeh.

LEBANESE HEALTH MINISTRY: Two people were killed and 15 injured in an Israeli strike on Suhmar in eastern Bekaa.

LEBANESE NEWS AGENCY: A massive fire broke out in Srifa following an Israeli airstrike, with firefighting teams struggling to contain it.

Hezbollah Continues Attacks on Israeli Positions

HEZBOLLAH: We targeted Israeli forces in the Avivim settlement with rockets for the second time.

Explosions and Air Defense Activation in Iran

IRANIAN STATE TV: Explosions were heard in Tehran and Karaj, with air defense systems activated.

IRANIAN RED CRESCENT: Footage shows destruction following an airstrike on a university building in Tehran.

Trump: Downing of US Jet Will Not Affect Negotiations

NBC: Donald Trump said the downing of a US aircraft will not affect negotiations with Iran.

NEWSMAX (citing US sources):

• A Black Hawk helicopter was hit while searching for the pilots of a downed F-15 fighter jet.
• The helicopter managed to exit Iranian airspace and land safely.

Incidents in Iraq: Drone Crash and Projectile Strike Near Airbase

IRAQI POLICE SOURCE (to AL-JAZEERA): Two people were injured after a projectile fell near Balad airbase.

Rocket Fire from Lebanon Triggers Sirens in Northern Israel

ISRAELI HOME FRONT COMMAND: Sirens sounded in Avivim and Yir’on in northern Israel after rockets were detected from Lebanon.

Iran: US Fighter Jet Completely Destroyed

IRANIAN STATE TV (KHATAM AL-ANBIYA SPOKESPERSON):

• The US aircraft was completely destroyed and search operations are ongoing.
• In the 91st wave, we targeted deployment centers and industrial companies in Tel Aviv and Eilat.

Civilian Killed by Israeli Tank Fire in Southern Syria

SANA (SYRIAN ARAB NEWS AGENCY): A civilian was killed by Israeli tank fire in the village of al-Rafid in southern Quneitra.

Iran Launches New Missile Barrage Toward Israel

MEHR NEWS AGENCY: Iran launched another round of missiles toward the occupied territories.

Hezbollah Targets Israeli Positions in Avivim and Kiryat Shmona

HEZBOLLAH:

• We fired rockets at Israeli forces in the Avivim settlement.
• We targeted Kiryat Shmona with drones for the seventh time.

Israeli Artillery and Airstrikes Hit Southern Lebanon

AL JAZEERA CORRESPONDENT:

• Israeli artillery shelled the city of Bint Jbeil.
• An airstrike also targeted the town of Kounine in the same district.
• Additional Israeli strikes hit Tayri, Kafra, and Ghandourieh in southern Lebanon.
• Airstrikes also targeted Jibsheet and Kfar Sir in Nabatieh district.

Fire Breaks Out in Northern Israel After Falling Debris

ISRAELI MEDIA: Footage documented fires breaking out in a site in Kafr Kanna in northern Israel after projectile debris fell.

Iranian Missile Attack Triggers Alerts Across Northern Israel

ISRAELI HOME FRONT COMMAND: An early warning was issued after detecting an Iranian missile attack targeting Haifa, Acre, and wide areas of northern Israel.

Kuwait Air Defenses Intercept Missiles and Drones

AL JAZEERA CORRESPONDENT: Sirens sounded in Kuwait as air defenses responded to missile and drone attacks.

KUWAITI ARMY: Air defenses intercepted hostile missiles and drones targeting Kuwaiti airspace.

Recent battlefield evidence points to layered systems, passive detection, mobility, and hybrid technologies sustaining Iran’s air-defense operations under pressure.

Read our latest article:

How Did Iran Shoot Down a US Fighter Jet? Inside Iran’s Air Defense Network

HEZBOLLAH PARLIAMENTARY BLOC:

Israel’s attempt to establish a buffer zone south of the Litani is a dangerous threat to Lebanon.

Any such buffer zone will become a graveyard for invaders, as was the case with the security belt from 1985 until liberation.

Abu Dhabi Controls Fires at Habshan Gas Facilities

ABU DHABI MEDIA OFFICE: Two fires that broke out at Habshan gas facilities due to falling interception debris have been brought under control.

IRGC Publishes Footage of Missile Launches Toward Israel

IRGC: Footage was released showing the moment Iranian missiles were launched toward targets in Israel.

Death Toll Rises to 13 in Karaj Bridge Attack

IRANIAN OFFICIAL (ALBORZ PROVINCE): The death toll from the attack on the “B1” bridge in Karaj has risen to 13.

US Confirms Rescue of One Pilot After Jet Downed in Iran

REUTERS (citing a US official): One of the two pilots aboard a US fighter jet shot down in Iran has been rescued.

TASNIM: Footage was published showing search operations for the two US pilots whose aircraft went down inside Iran.

Israeli Media: Cluster Missile Used in Strike on Haifa and North

ISRAELI RADIO: The fourth wave of Iranian missiles targeting Haifa and northern Israel included a cluster missile.

Missile Debris Falls in Iraq’s Salah al-Din Province

IRAQI POLICE SOURCE (to AL-JAZEERA): Fragments from two missiles fell in Salah al-Din province.

Explosions Reported in Khorramshahr following US-Israeli Attack

IRANIAN OFFICIAL (KHUZESTAN): Ten explosions were reported on Minu Island in Khorramshahr in southwestern Iran following a US-Israeli attack.

Damage and Injuries Reported in Northern Israel After Rocket Attacks

YEDIOTH AHRONOTH: Severe material damage was reported to multiple buildings in Ya’ara in the Galilee following a rocket attack.

ISRAELI EMERGENCY SERVICES: 26 people were injured in recent hours due to missile attacks from Iran and Lebanon.

ISRAELI BROADCASTING AUTHORITY: A house in Metula was destroyed after being targeted by a drone launched from Lebanon.

US admission of downed jet validates Iran’s claims, exposing contradictions in media narratives and reshaping the war’s strategic meaning.

Read our latest editorial.

The Collapse of ‘Independent’ Arab Media — The Curious Case of the Downed US Jet

WALL STREET JOURNAL: Search and rescue operations for the US fighter jet crew are focused in Khuzestan province in southwestern Iran.

CBS NEWS (citing US officials): US forces rescued one of the two pilots after their aircraft was downed in Iran.

US MEDIA: The US military launched a search and rescue operation following the downing of a fighter jet in southern Iran, while Iranian authorities offered a reward for information about the pilot.

NEW YORK TIMES (citing US officials): Iran downed a US fighter jet, though its type has not been specified, and the fate of the crew remains unclear.

AXIOS (citing sources):

• Both US pilots ejected safely after their aircraft was hit by Iranian fire.
• US special forces located one of them and rescued him alive inside Iranian territory.
• An Israeli official said planned Israeli strikes in Iran were canceled to avoid disrupting rescue efforts

Simultaneous Iranian and Lebanese Rocket Barrage Targets Northern Israel

AL JAZEERA CORRESPONDENT: A simultaneous rocket barrage from Iran and southern Lebanon targeted areas in Israel, including Haifa, the Galilee, Metula, and Upper Galilee.

ISRAELI HOME FRONT COMMAND:

• Sirens sounded for the fifth time in Haifa and northern regions.
• Earlier, sirens were activated across wide areas of northern Israel after detecting a fourth wave of Iranian missiles toward Haifa and the Galilee.

AL JAZEERA CORRESPONDENT: A missile barrage was observed crossing southern Lebanon’s airspace toward Upper Galilee.

IRANIAN STATE TV: Iranian forces launched additional missiles toward the occupied Palestinian territories.

ISRAELI CHANNEL 12:

• A building was struck by a missile in northern Israel.
• Four rockets were launched from southern Lebanon toward Israel.

IRGC Announces Wave 93 of Operation True Promise 4

IRGC: We carried out the 93rd wave of Operation True Promise 4 targeting sites in the Galilee, Haifa, Kafr Kanna, and Karmiel with precision.

US Urges Citizens to Leave Lebanon

US EMBASSY IN BEIRUT: American citizens are urged to leave Lebanon while commercial flight options remain available.

Israeli Strike Kills Civilians in Tehran

MEHR NEWS AGENCY: Three people were killed in an Israeli airstrike targeting a residential area in Tehran.

Israel escalates bombardment across Lebanon as Hezbollah sustains operations, while Israeli officials acknowledge limits in dismantling the group militarily.

Israel Bombs Lebanon as Hezbollah Sustains Operations, Army Admits Limits

ISRAELI HOME FRONT COMMAND:

• Sirens sounded across northern Israel from Lake Tiberias to the Mediterranean.
• More than 300 cities and towns in northern Israel are under alert following an Iranian missile attack.
• Additional sirens were activated in Haifa and northern Israel.
• An early warning was issued after detecting an Iranian missile attack targeting Haifa, Acre, and northern Israel.
• Sirens also sounded near the Ramat David airbase following the attack.

White House Briefs Trump After US Fighter Jet Crash in Iran

NBC (citing the White House): US President Donald Trump was briefed on developments following the crash of a US fighter jet over Iran.

WASHINGTON POST (citing US officials):

• A US fighter jet crashed in southern Iran, prompting a search and rescue mission for its two crew members.
• Officials believe the aircraft was an F-15 belonging to the US Air Force.

NEW YORK TIMES (citing US officials):

• Search and rescue teams have been deployed near Iran, including in Iraq and Syria.
• The US launched a rescue operation before Iran could reach any survivors after the downing of the aircraft.

REUTERS (citing a US official): A US fighter jet has crashed in Iran, and a search is underway for its crew.

Iranian Missile Launches and Israeli Damage Reports

IRANIAN STATE TV: Iran launched missiles toward Israel.

YEDIOTH AHRONOTH: Severe damage was reported at a drone production facility in Petah Tikva following Iranian missile strikes.

MAARIV: A missile launched from Iran was successfully intercepted without casualties.

Israeli Airstrikes Intensify Across Iran

ISRAELI ARMY: More than 70 strikes were carried out on missile and drone launch sites in Iran over the past 24 hours.

IRANIAN RED CRESCENT: Israel targeted the plasma and laser institute at Shahid Beheshti University in northern Tehran.

IRANIAN OFFICIAL (KHUZESTAN): Five airstrikes targeted Dezful and Ahvaz in southwestern Iran, with no reported casualties.

IRANIAN MEDIA: An explosion was heard in Tehran.

Hezbollah Rocket Fire and Israeli Strikes in Lebanon

AL JAZEERA CORRESPONDENT:

• Seven rockets were launched from southern Lebanon toward Israel.
• Sirens sounded again in Nahariya and western Galilee following the launches.

HEZBOLLAH: We fired rockets at Israeli military positions and settlements, including Kiryat Shmona, Margaliot, Hula, Metula, and Maayan Baruch.

ISRAELI ARMY: We have begun striking targets in Beirut.

AL JAZEERA CORRESPONDENT:

• Israeli airstrikes targeted Bint Jbeil, Debbine, Srifa, Ramadiya, Safad al-Battikh, and areas in Tyre district.
• Two strikes also hit Beirut’s southern suburb, including Haret Hreik.

LEBANESE HEALTH MINISTRY: 1,368 people have been killed and 4,138 injured since the start of the Israeli assault on Lebanon on March 2.

Gulf States Under Iranian Missile and Drone Attacks

KUWAITI DEFENSE MINISTRY:

• We detected and dealt with 9 missiles and 26 drones over Kuwaiti airspace in the past 24 hours.
• Iranian attacks targeted Mina al-Ahmadi refinery, causing fires in operational units.
• A power and water desalination plant was also hit, resulting in material damage without casualties.

KUWAIT PETROLEUM CORPORATION: Efforts are ongoing to extinguish fires at Mina al-Ahmadi refinery.

UAE GLOBAL ALUMINUM:

• Our Taweelah site sustained severe damage from Iranian missile and drone attacks on Abu Dhabi.
• Production recovery may take up to 12 months.

Iranian Strike Hits US Rescue Helicopter

MEHR NEWS AGENCY: A US helicopter was hit by an Iranian projectile during a search operation for a downed pilot in Iran.

Kremlin: Putin and Erdogan Discuss Escalation

KREMLIN: Russian President Vladimir Putin and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan discussed the escalating military and political confrontation in the Gulf during a phone call.

Energy Markets and Economic Impact

WHITE HOUSE ECONOMIC ADVISER:

• Rising energy prices are temporary and will return to normal levels by summer.
• Measures have been taken to mitigate disruptions in the energy sector.

AXIOS: A US fighter jet was shot down in Iran, according to sources, with search operations ongoing for its crew.

Iranian Missile Barrage Triggers Sirens Across Tel Aviv and Jerusalem

ISRAELI HOME FRONT COMMAND:

• An early warning was issued after detecting an Iranian missile attack targeting Greater Tel Aviv.
• Sirens sounded across Greater Tel Aviv and settlements in the northern West Bank.

ISRAELI CHANNEL 12:

Sirens sounded in the Jerusalem area.

IRANIAN STATE TV:

A batch of missiles was launched from Iran toward the occupied territories.

Iran Reports Attacks on Tehran, Explosion Heard in Capital

IRANIAN STATE TV:

• Enemy attacks targeted Mehrabad in western Tehran and Velenjak in the north, causing damage to Shahid Beheshti University.
• Additional strikes hit eastern areas of the capital.

IRANIAN MEDIA:

An explosion was heard in Tehran.

Iran Arrests Alleged Spy in Tehran

TEHRAN POLICE:

• A suspect described as a spy linked to hostile channels was arrested in western Tehran.
• A Starlink device was found in his possession.

Pezeshkian: Threat to Return Iran to ‘Stone Age’ Is a War Crime

IRANIAN PRESIDENT MASOUD PEZESHKIAN:

• Threatening to return an entire nation to the Stone Age constitutes a large-scale war crime.
• This marks his first comment on Trump’s recent escalation threats.

Hezbollah Targets Israeli Infrastructure in Safed

HEZBOLLAH: We launched a rocket barrage targeting Israeli infrastructure in the occupied city of Safed.

Israeli Strike Kills Five Syrians in Southern Lebanon

LEBANESE CIVIL DEFENSE (TO AL JAZEERA): Five Syrians were killed in an Israeli airstrike on a farm between Ramadiya and al-Kneisseh in southern Lebanon.

US Deploys B-52 Bombers Over Iran

FOX NEWS (citing military sources): The United States is deploying B-52 bombers over Iran.

White House Requests $1.5 Trillion Defense Budget

WHITE HOUSE:

• We requested a $1.5 trillion defense budget for 2027, a 42% increase from the current year.
• The proposal includes a historic increase in defense spending and a $73 billion reduction in non-defense spending.
• Restoring US naval dominance is among the top priorities.

Reuters: Trump Seeks $1.5 Trillion Defense Allocation

REUTERS:

US President Donald Trump requested allocating $1.5 trillion in budget resources for defense in 2027.

Israeli Army Plans to Target Suhmar Bridge in Lebanon

ISRAELI ARMY: We intend to target the Suhmar bridge to prevent the transfer of reinforcements and weapons to Hezbollah.

Trump Suggests Seizing Iranian Oil

US PRESIDENT DONALD TRUMP: With a bit more time, we could open the Strait of Hormuz and seize Iranian oil to generate massive wealth.

Oil Prices Surge to Four-Year High

NBC: US crude oil prices reached $112, the highest level in four years.

Shipping Activity Through Hormuz Continues Amid Crisis

FINANCIAL TIMES: Three vessels linked to Oman successfully crossed the Strait of Hormuz via routes near the Omani coast.

Tasnim: US Helicopters Search for Downed Pilot in Iran

TASNIM (citing sources):

• US helicopters are conducting search operations for a pilot after the IRGC downed his aircraft in Iran.
• A US helicopter withdrew from a rescue attempt after Iranian air defenses were activated.

🚨📡 TASNIM (citing sources):

US helicopters are reportedly conducting search operations for a pilot after the IRGC downed his aircraft in Iran.

🔹 According to the report, multiple aircraft including Black Hawk helicopters and a C-130 were deployed in an attempt to recover the… pic.twitter.com/t7FPIHw7Qc

— The Palestine Chronicle (@PalestineChron) April 3, 2026

Netanyahu: We Will Continue Crushing Iran

ISRAELI PRIME MINISTER BENJAMIN NETANYAHU:

• We will continue crushing the Iranian regime, eliminating its leaders, destroying bridges, and targeting infrastructure.
• The Israeli air force has destroyed around 70% of Iran’s steel production capacity in recent days.
• We will continue striking Hezbollah and expanding the buffer zone in southern Lebanon.

Iran launches wide-ranging strikes hitting Haifa and Gulf states as Israel escalates attacks on Iranian military and energy targets.

Read the key developments and the full report here:

Wave 92: Iran Strikes Haifa, Gulf Targets as Israel Escalates Attacks on Iran

ISRAELI ARMY: We intend to target the Suhmar and Mashghara bridges to prevent the transfer of reinforcements and weapons to Hezbollah.

Sirens Sound in Misgav Am After Rocket Fire from Lebanon

ISRAELI HOME FRONT COMMAND: Sirens sounded in Misgav Am in northern Israel after rockets were detected from Lebanon.

UK to Deploy Air Defense System in Kuwait

UK GOVERNMENT:

• We will deploy an air defense system in Kuwait to protect British and Kuwaiti interests in the Gulf.
• The Prime Minister condemned the reckless drone attack on a Kuwaiti oil refinery.
• The UK reaffirmed support for Kuwait and all its Gulf allies.

Iran Announces Arrest of 28 Individuals in the East

IRANIAN INTELLIGENCE: We arrested 28 individuals described as terrorists and agents linked to the United States and Israel in eastern Iran.

Iraqi Airspace Closure Extended for One Week

IRAQI CIVIL AVIATION AUTHORITY: Iraqi airspace closure has been extended for all flights for one week.

Macron: France Planning Peaceful Operation to Reopen Hormuz

BFM (FRANCE):

• France is planning a peaceful operation with other countries to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and escort oil tankers and cargo ships.
• It is impossible to resolve the problems caused by Iran through bombing.

IRGC Announces Wave 92 of Operation True Promise 4

IRGC:

• We carried out the 92nd wave of Operation True Promise 4 and struck US radar systems and equipment in the region and occupied territories.
• We attacked US vessels at Shuwaikh port with missiles and targeted radar systems at Jabal al-Dukhan in Bahrain using drones.
• At dawn, we targeted Ramat David airbase southeast of Haifa with two ballistic missiles.
• We targeted 50 sites in Tel Aviv and occupied territories using cluster missiles.
• We downed an F-35 aircraft in Iranian airspace.
• Our operations in this wave are comprehensive and will continue.

Hezbollah Targets Israeli Troops at Honin Barracks

HEZBOLLAH: We targeted a gathering of Israeli soldiers at the Honin barracks with a rocket barrage.

Lavrov: Signs of Crisis in NATO and EU

RUSSIA: Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said there are signs of a crisis within NATO and the European Union.

Sirens Sound in Kiryat Shmona and Surrounding Areas

ISRAELI HOME FRONT COMMAND:

• Sirens sounded in Kiryat Shmona and surrounding areas.
• Kiryat Shmona is an Israeli settlement built on the ruins of the Palestinian town of al-Khalisa, whose residents were displaced to southern Lebanon after the Nakba.

Food Prices Rise Amid Middle East Conflict

BLOOMBERG / FAO:

• The Middle East conflict has impacted global food prices.
• Food prices rose in March due to higher energy costs and increased shipping expenses.

An Intercept investigation says US casualties in the Middle East are far higher than acknowledged, exposing a widening Pentagon credibility gap.

Read the key takeaways and the full report here:

‘Casualty Cover-Up’: Intercept Reveals 750 US Troops Killed or Wounded

ISRAELI HOME FRONT COMMAND:

• An early warning was issued after detecting an Iranian missile attack targeting northern Israel and Haifa.
• Sirens sounded in Haifa following the detection of missiles launched from Iran.
• ISRAELI ARMY: We detected a missile attack from Iran targeting northern Israel and are working to intercept it.

ISRAELI MEDIA:

• Six people were injured by shrapnel following Iranian missile fire on Haifa.
• Several others were reported injured due to falling missile fragments in the Haifa area.

Iran Launches Missile Barrage Toward Israel Amid Ongoing War

IRANIAN STATE TV:

• A new wave of missiles was launched from Iran toward Israeli territory.
• An Israeli was injured, and damage was reported to a building, a train station, and several vehicles after missile fragments fell across nine areas in central Israel.
• Since February 28, Israel and the United States have been waging war on Iran, resulting in hundreds of deaths, including senior officials, while Iran continues to respond with missile and drone attacks.

Iran Threatens to Target Energy Infrastructure of US and Israel

KHATAM AL-ANBIYA HQ: The response to the bombing of bridges and infrastructure will be the targeting of energy facilities and economic interests belonging to the United States and Israel.

Kuwait Reports Damage to Power and Water Facilities After Iranian Attack

KUWAIT MINISTRY OF ENERGY: A power station and water desalination facility were targeted in an Iranian attack, resulting in material damage.

Iran says its air defenses remain intact, announcing the destruction of advanced US aircraft and challenging Washington’s claims of air superiority.

‘Completely Destroyed’: Iran Says It Downed F-35, Rejects US Claims of Air Superiority

TASNIM: Tasnim, citing the IRGC in Qazvin province, reported the destruction of an Israeli loitering drone in eastern Alamut.

Rocket Fire from Lebanon Targets Northern Israel, Sirens Across Galilee

HEZBOLLAH:

• We shelled the headquarters of Brigade 769 at the Kiryat Shmona barracks.
• We targeted a gathering of Israeli soldiers in the Margaliot settlement.
• We shelled the settlements of Hula, Metula, and Ma’ayan Baruch.

AL-JAZEERA: A fifth rocket barrage was launched from southern Lebanon toward the Upper Galilee.

ISRAELI CHANNEL 15: Five rockets were launched from Lebanon toward northern Israel, some of which fell in open areas.

ISRAELI HOME FRONT COMMAND:

• Sirens sounded in several towns in the western Galilee after rockets were detected from Lebanon.
• Sirens also sounded in Metula and settlements in the Galilee Panhandle.

⚡️🎥 Video | Widespread destruction inside a building in Ramat Gan, after Iranian missile shrapnel struck the area overnight, leaving heavy damage in its wake. pic.twitter.com/89JOEa7CTB

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Israeli Army Plans Expanded Buffer Zone

ISRAELI MEDIA:

• Channel 12 reported the army is preparing to present a plan to political leadership to destroy villages in southern Lebanon.
• The plan is part of efforts to expand the buffer zone.
• The goal is to prevent residents from returning to border villages.

HAARETZ:

• There is no link between a potential ceasefire in Iran and the war in Lebanon, which may continue afterward.
• Disarming Hezbollah would require full occupation of Lebanon, which is not a war objective.
• Lebanon alone is capable of dismantling Hezbollah’s weapons.
• The buffer zone will not include military bases or army positions.
• Most of the buffer zone in southern Lebanon will be evacuated of civilians to prevent friction.
• There is no guarantee Hezbollah fighters will not return to the area.
• It remains unclear whether homes in buffer zone villages will be destroyed.

MAARIV:

• A senior Israeli military officer said the main effort remains directed against Iran.
• He added that Israel will work to disarm Hezbollah south of the Litani River.

Israel Charges Two Citizens with Spying for Iran

ISRAELI CHANNEL 12: Two indictments were filed against Israeli citizens suspected of carrying out security-related tasks on behalf of Iranian entities.

In the event of a major escalation in southern Syria, fighters affiliated with the new Syrian armed forces and security apparatus may also break ranks to fight Israel.

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‘The Missiles Won’t Only Come from Iran’: Syria Rises Up in Support of Palestine

IRGC:

• Air defenses shot down a second highly advanced US F-35 fighter jet in the skies over central Iran.
• The fighter belongs to the Lakenheath squadron.
• There is no information on the fate of the pilot after the downing of the US aircraft.
• Given the violent explosion at the moment of impact and crash, the likelihood of the pilot surviving is low.

KHATAM AL-ANBIYA HQ:

• A second advanced fifth-generation US F-35 fighter jet was downed in central Iran.
• The aircraft was targeted using a modern air defense system belonging to the IRGC Aerospace Force.
• Due to the intensity of the explosion upon impact, the chances of the pilot’s survival are considered low.

Rocket Fire from Lebanon Targets Northern Settlements, Sirens Across Kiryat Shmona

ISLAMIC RESISTANCE IN LEBANON:

• We targeted Kiryat Shmona settlement with a rocket barrage.
• We targeted the Metula settlement with a rocket barrage.
• We targeted a gathering of Israeli occupation soldiers in the al-Malkiya settlement with a rocket barrage.
• We targeted a communications node in the settlement of Ma’aliya using a swarm of loitering drones.

AL-MAYADEEN: A rocket barrage was launched from Lebanon, with sirens sounding in Kiryat Shmona and surrounding areas.

ISRAELI MEDIA:

• Sirens sounded again in Kiryat Shmona and its surroundings.
• Sirens were also heard in Metula.

Haaretz: Trump May Fear Iran Imposing a Deal

HAARETZ: It appears that Trump fears Iran imposing an agreement on him more than he seeks to impose one on Iran.

EU Warns of Prolonged Energy Shock

FINANCIAL TIMES: EU Energy Commissioner Dan Jorgensen said Europe must prepare for a long-term energy shock.

Jorgensen:

• This will be a long-term crisis, energy prices will remain high for a very long time, and the situation is expected to worsen in the coming weeks.
• The EU is studying all options, including fuel rationing and drawing more oil from emergency reserves.

THE INTERCEPT:

• Hundreds of US personnel have been killed or wounded in the region since the start of the US war on Iran.
• Approximately 750 US casualties have been recorded since October 2023.
• The figures are based on US Central Command data, while the Pentagon refuses to acknowledge or disclose the true number of casualties.
• Fifteen US soldiers were injured last Friday in an Iranian attack on an air base in Saudi Arabia.

Israeli Media: Iranian Missile Strikes Cause Widespread Damage in Central Israel

ISRAELI MEDIA:

• Yisrael Hayom reported 10 impact sites in central Israel as a result of Iranian missile fire.
• Yedioth Ahronoth said it has become largely clear that Israel is not winning the war, as the Iranian system remains intact and missiles continue to fall.
• Significant damage was reported to a home in Ramat Gan due to a cluster missile that was not intercepted.
• A building in Ramat Gan, east of Tel Aviv, was also damaged in the Iranian attack.

Israeli Sirens Sound in Northern Settlements Amid Drone Infiltration Fears

ISRAELI MEDIA:

• Sirens sounded in northern settlements amid fears of drone infiltration.
• Sirens were heard in al-Malkiya in the Upper Galilee.

War in Lebanon Repeating Past Failures, Trump Under Pressure

HAARETZ:

• The war in Lebanon is a march of folly… as 45 years ago, the government is once again dragging our sons into the Lebanese swamp.
• Whether Trump chooses to save the economy or pursue a decisive outcome, he will pay the price.
• Trump’s threats to return Iran to the Stone Age reflect frustration more than confidence.

US Lawmakers Warn of Military Crisis Under Hegseth

US OFFICIALS:

• Senator Chris Murphy said experienced generals are likely telling Pete Hegseth that his plans for war with Iran are unworkable, catastrophic, and deadly.
• Murphy added that Hegseth is currently dismissing many experienced generals.
• Representative George Whitesides said Hegseth continues to attack generals more capable than him.
• Senator Chris Coons said the dismissal of General Randy George is part of a disturbing series of purges and loyalty tests that threaten to weaken the US military.
• Coons added he is concerned about the targeting of General Randy George.

ABC NEWS: Hegseth dismissed the head of Army Training Command, General David Hodne, and the Army’s chief chaplain, Major General William Green.

ABC NEWS (citing a US official): Hegseth dismissed two additional officers following the removal of the Army Chief of Staff.

NEW YORK TIMES:

• The decision to dismiss the Army Chief of Staff reflects escalating tensions between Hegseth and military leadership.
• Senior officers reacted with anger and frustration, describing it as the latest blow to the institution.

Macron Criticizes Trump’s Shifting Positions on Iran War

FRANCE:

• President Emmanuel Macron said that when one is serious, one does not say the opposite of what was said the day before, suggesting it may be better not to speak every day.
• Macron added that Trump cannot be taken seriously, as he has repeatedly changed his objectives in the war with Iran.

Legal Experts Warn US Strikes on Iran May Constitute War Crimes

REUTERS:

• 100 international law experts signed an open letter stating that US strikes on Iran could constitute war crimes.
• They expressed deep concern over US attacks targeting schools, healthcare facilities, and homes in Iran.

ISRAELI MEDIA:

• A missile fell in Tel Aviv.
• Three impact sites were recorded in Tel Aviv, Bnei Brak, and Petah Tikva.
• Rescue forces are combing five locations in central areas where cluster munitions fell.
• An Israeli media platform reported that a cluster missile struck the Spidor light rail station in Tel Aviv.

Hezbollah Targets Israeli Forces in Northern Settlements

ISLAMIC RESISTANCE IN LEBANON (Hezbollah):

• We targeted a gathering of Israeli enemy soldiers in the settlement of Dishon with a rocket barrage.
• We targeted a gathering of Israeli enemy soldiers at the Al-Ajl plateau site north of the settlement of Kfar Yuval with a rocket barrage.

PALESTINE CHRONICLE: The forced removal of the US Army chief during war signals urgent leadership changes as pressure mounts for results.

Wartime Purge: Army Chief Ousted — What Comes Next in the Iran War?

CNN: Sources familiar with US intelligence assessments said Iran still possesses significant missile-launch capabilities.

Pakistan Raises Fuel Prices Sharply Under Pressure from Middle East War

REUTERS: Pakistan has sharply increased fuel prices due to pressure from the war in the Middle East.

Hezbollah Targets Israeli Force, Claims Confirmed Casualties

ISLAMIC RESISTANCE IN LEBANON (Hezbollah):

• We targeted an Israeli force with an explosive device in the Deir Hanna area in the town of al-Biyada and achieved confirmed casualties.
• Following the strike, a helicopter intervened to evacuate the wounded, after which fighters shelled the area with artillery.

Telegraph: US ‘Turning into Banana Republic’ Under Trump

THE TELEGRAPH: The United States under Trump is rapidly turning into a “banana republic,” and tolerance of his worst behavior is tearing apart the country’s reputation.

Guardian: Trump Failed to Justify Continuation of War

THE GUARDIAN:

• The US president failed to present a single coherent reason to justify the continuation of this aggressive, optional war.
• Trump’s surreal speech on Iran shed no light on his objectives.

Sirens Sound in Upper Galilee After Rocket Fire from Lebanon

ISRAELI MEDIA: Sirens sounded in Kfar Yuval in the Galilee Panhandle.

ISRAELI HOME FRONT COMMAND: Missiles were detected launched from Lebanon, with sirens sounding across the Upper Galilee.

ISRAELI MEDIA: Sirens were also heard in Dishon and al-Malkiya in northern Israel.

Washington Post: US Allies Face Rising Energy Crisis

THE WASHINGTON POST:

• Key US partners in Europe and Asia are experiencing rising energy prices and severe shortages.
• Losses expected among major US allies due to the conflict with Iran are raising concern.

Israeli Reports ‘Exceptional Security Incident’ on Lebanon Border

ISRAELI MEDIA: An exceptional security incident was reported along the border with Lebanon.

Iraqi Resistance Claims 23 Operations in 24 Hours

ISLAMIC RESISTANCE IN IRAQ: We carried out 23 operations using dozens of drones and missiles against enemy bases in Iraq and across the region over the past 24 hours.

IRGC: Heavy Long-Range Missiles Used in Latest Wave

IRGC:

• Heavy long-range missiles powered by both liquid and solid fuel were used.
• The wave targeted Israeli forces’ centers, military-industrial companies, and logistical support equipment in Tel Aviv and the port of Eilat.
• We carried out the 91st wave of Operation True Promise 4 in full coordination with Yemeni fighters.

Israeli Health System Under Severe Strain

ISRAELI MEDIA: More than 6,400 injuries have been recorded since the start of the war, placing the healthcare system under significant pressure.

IRANIAN ARMY:

• Trump is trying to cover up his defeats through statements and posts.
• We are waiting for a US ground attack to teach it a lesson it will never forget.

Airstrike Targets Popular Mobilization Forces Headquarters in Nineveh Plain

AL-JAZEERA: A source within the Popular Mobilization Forces told Al Jazeera that an airstrike targeted the headquarters of Brigade 30 in the Nineveh Plain in northern Iraq.

Explosions Heard in Erbil

AL-JAZEERA: Al Jazeera’s correspondent reported explosions in Erbil in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq.

Dubai Denies IRGC Strike on Oracle Data Center

DUBAI GOVERNMENT: Dubai’s Government Media Office said reports that the IRGC targeted an Oracle data center in Dubai are fabricated and untrue.

IRGC Announces Targeting of US Company Oracle

IRGC: The Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps announced it targeted the US company Oracle in response to an attempted assassination of Kamal Kharrazi and the killing of his wife.

Pentagon Announces Retirement of Army Chief of Staff

PENTAGON: A Pentagon spokesperson said General Randy George will retire from his position as Army Chief of Staff with immediate effect.

IRGC Announces Strike on Dimona

IRGC: The IRGC announced it targeted the Dimona area and locations in southern occupied territories as part of the 91st wave of its operations.

IRGC Says It Targeted US and Israeli Military Sites

IRGC:

• The IRGC announced it carried out a series of strikes targeting military sites and infrastructure it said belong to the United States and Israel in the region, as part of what it called the “91st wave.”
• The IRGC said it targeted the aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln with four “Qadr-380” cruise missiles in the northern Indian Ocean.

US Central Command Denies Downing of Fighter Jet

US CENTRAL COMMAND: The claim by the IRGC that a fighter jet was downed over Qeshm Island in the Strait of Hormuz is not true.

Explosion Reported in Tabriz in Northwestern Iran

IRANIAN MEDIA: Iranian media reported an explosion in Tabriz in northwestern Iran.

Iran Says Strait of Hormuz Will Remain Closed

FARS: Iran’s Armed Forces General Staff said the Strait of Hormuz will remain closed to Americans and Israelis over the long term.

Iran announces the downing of an enemy aircraft in the Gulf, as coordinated missile and drone attacks from Iran, Lebanon, and Yemen escalate pressure on Israeli positions.

Iran Downs Aircraft in Gulf as Missiles, Rockets Hit Israel from Three Fronts

IRGC:

• We targeted an advanced enemy warplane, which fell into the waters between Hengam and Qeshm islands.
• We said the downing of the enemy fighter came after Trump’s claims that our air defense systems had been destroyed.

⚡️🚨 IRGC said an advanced enemy fighter jet was shot down near Qeshm Island, following a failed attempt to penetrate Iran’s air defenses.

🔹 According to the statement, the aircraft was intercepted by an advanced air defense system linked to Iran’s integrated network in the… pic.twitter.com/LyEoHUJWS5

— The Palestine Chronicle (@PalestineChron) April 2, 2026

Explosion Reported in Tabriz in Northwestern Iran

IRANIAN MEDIA:
Iranian media reported that an explosion was heard in Tabriz in northwestern Iran.

Attack Targets US Logistical Support Camp Near Baghdad Airport

AL-JAZEERA:
An Iraqi police source told Al Jazeera that an attack targeted a US logistical support camp in the vicinity of Baghdad International Airport.

Projectile Hits Trebil Border Crossing with Jordan Without Casualties

AL-JAZEERA:
An Iraqi government official told Al Jazeera that a projectile struck a building at the Trebil border crossing with Jordan, with no human losses reported.

Iran Says Strait of Hormuz Will Remain Closed Long-Term

FARS:
Iran’s Armed Forces General Staff said the Strait of Hormuz will remain closed to Americans and Israelis over the long term.

Omani Oil Tankers Use Alternative Route to Enter Hormuz

BLOOMBERG:
Bloomberg reported that three Omani oil tankers entered the Strait of Hormuz via a maritime route along the coast of Oman, indicating reliance on an alternative route.

⚡️🚨 Impact reported in Tel Aviv near an educational institution. pic.twitter.com/thJJ4cX2rn

— The Palestine Chronicle (@PalestineChron) April 2, 2026

Explosion Reported in Tabriz as Strikes Continue Inside Iran

IRANIAN MEDIA: An explosion was heard in Tabriz in northwestern Iran.

IRANIAN MEDIA: Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said targeting civilian facilities, including bridges, will not force Iranians to surrender.

IRANIAN MEDIA (FARS): Iran’s Armed Forces General Staff said the Strait of Hormuz will remain closed to Americans and Israelis over the long term.

IRANIAN ARMY: The army said it is waiting for a US ground attack in order to deliver America a lesson it will never forget.

Ansarallah Says It Joined Joint Operation with Iran and Hezbollah

ANSARALLAH:

• We carried out a joint operation with Iran and Hezbollah against vital Israeli targets in the Jaffa area.
• Our military intervention in this important and exceptional battle is gradual.
• We will not stop at this point and will deal with developments according to the enemy’s escalation or de-escalation.

Damage Documented in Petah Tikva and the Jordan Valley

ISRAELI MEDIA: Footage documented part of the destruction in Petah Tikva east of Tel Aviv caused by Iranian shelling.

WALLA: Rescue forces are combing a large number of sites in the same area.

ISRAELI MEDIA: Footage documented the fall of missile remnants in the settlement of Shadmot Mehola in the northern Jordan Valley.

JORDAN: Footage documented the remains of a missile that fell in the Jabal al-Amir Hassan area in Zarqa governorate, northeast of Amman.