Qeshm: Iran’s fortress island with an underground ‘missile city’ threatening US troops in Hormuz US Centcom said it had attacked the island early on Wednesday amid escalatory strikes with Iran The Independent UK · Apr 1
Iran war briefing: Trump says conflict will end within weeks as missile strikes rage on Donald Trump has claimed the war on Iran will end in “two to three weeks”, adding that peace will bring oil prices “tumbling down.” Trump told reporters that “Iran doesn’t have to make a deal” to end the conflict. He said he will be satisfied when Iran is "put into… The Independent UK · Apr 1
What the invasion of Ukraine and Iran war should teach Europe about air defence As US and Israeli stockpiles drain against Iranian drones, the Bruegel think-tank warns Europe faces an even harder fight on its own doorstep Euronews · Apr 1
Watch: Dramatic footage shows Israeli strike turning building to dust in Beirut An Israeli strike obliterated a building near Beirut's airport road Tuesday, following military warnings of targeting a Hezbollah facility. Footage revealed smoke billowing and debris raining onto the airport road after a missile hit the structure in Dahiya, a known Hezbollah stronghold. Security forces had closed the road prior to… The Times of India · Mar 31
Iran remains a stubborn foe after absorbing massive US-Israeli attacks Since the United States and Israel launched their war against Iran on Feb. 28, the Trump administration claims to have all but “obliterated” the Islamic Republic’s military capabilities The Independent UK · Mar 31
UK sends more troops to Middle East to defend Gulf allies against Iran’s ‘aggressive’ attacks Defence secretary pledges ‘Britain’s best’ to allies in the region – despite repeated insistence that the UK will not get dragged into the wider war The Independent UK · Mar 31
Inside the U.S. Military Buildup in Israel Iran has reportedly made U.S. bases in Arab countries “uninhabitable.” Israel is pitching itself as an alternative. Reason · Mar 31
Iran’s attacks drone on, with the U.S. at risk of losing the war The United States and Israel have repeatedly boasted about airstrikes in their current war with Iran. In Week 1, they claimed the destruction of 75 per cent of Iran’s missile launchers. By Week 2, they had reduced Iranian missile fire by 90 per cent and said the war was “already… The Conversation · Mar 31
Despite month of bombing, Iran retains some missile capability Iran has retained some of its ability to launch offensive missile attacks after a month-long U.S.-Israeli bombardment of the country that was intended to cripple Tehran’s military might, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth acknowledged on Tuesday. Iran “will still shoot some missiles, but we will shoot them down,” Hegseth said during a Pentagon… Roll Call · Mar 31
Emergency services respond to fire in central Israel after Iranian missile attack Emergency teams responded to a fire in central Israel after Iranian missile strikes, with several people reported injured. Euronews · Mar 31
Kim Jong Un and his teenage daughter observe launch of cruise missiles together IN FULL The Independent UK · Mar 31
Iran launches missile and drone barrage on Dubai, Kuwaiti tanker hit At least five explosions were reported in Dubai on Tuesday morning as residents fled to shelters, Euronews journalists reported. The UAE authorities said they were "actively engaging" with the threat. Euronews · Mar 31
Japan unveils new long-range missiles across its islands to defend itself With a range of approximately 1,000 kilometres, the new missile can strike targets as far as mainland China The Independent UK · Mar 31
Emirates says Iranian nationals are not allowed to enter or transit through UAE – as it happened This blog is closed. The Guardian - AU · Mar 31
The Conversation · Mar 30 How sea mines threaten global trade, and how navies detect them U.S. intelligence officials have assessed that Iranian forces have deployed a small number of mines in the Strait of Hormuz, a critical choke point for global shipping, according to reports. The move gives the Iranians a means, along with missiles and drones, of threatening ships.
The Independent UK · Mar 30 Marine corporal accused of stealing and selling weapons from California's Camp Pendleton A U.S. Marine who was an ammunition specialist at California’s Camp Pendleton is charged with stealing ammo and weapons, including a shoulder-fired missile system, and conspiring to sell them in Arizona
The Independent UK · Mar 30 The Latest: Trump warns Iran energy sites face destruction without a quick deal President Donald Trump says Iran faces massive damage to its energy system unless it quickly agrees to end the war
Barchart · Mar 30 Palantir Is Developing the ‘Core’ of the Golden Dome. Does That Make PLTR Stock a Buy Now? Palantir and Anduril are working together on the core software for the U.S. golden dome missile defense program.
Reason · Mar 30 More War Plus: Trump issues a fresh round of threats against Iran, a U.S. missile reportedly hit another school, it's peak bloom for the cherry blossoms in D.C., and more...
Euronews · Mar 30 Missile debris ignites pesticide plant fire in southern Israel Heavy black smoke rose over an Israeli industrial plant after intercepted Iranian missile debris hit a pesticide tank, as Israel and Iran trade cross-border strikes.
The Times of India · Mar 30 Watch: Massive blaze engulfs Israeli oil refinery after Hezbollah claims attack A massive blaze erupted at an Israeli oil refinery in Haifa on Monday after a fresh wave of missiles was detected. Hezbollah claimed responsibility for launching a barrage of advanced missiles targeting a naval base in Haifa, indicating a coordinated escalation on multiple fronts. It was not immediately clear whether…
Euronews · Mar 30 Iran war: Animated map tracks Middle East strikes since February 28 An animated map shows drone and missile attacks across the Middle East from February 28 to March 28, including strikes attributed to Iran, Hezbollah, Israel and the United States, based on data from the NGO Acled. Orange dots represent attacks by the US and Israel, green by Iran and its…
The Times of India · Mar 30 Watch: Missile shrapnel from Iran causes fire, damage to Israel’s Negev Industrial hub A fire broke out at an industrial complex in southern Israel on Sunday, with the Israeli military saying the damage was likely caused by missile shrapnel following a fresh barrage launched from Iran.
The Times of India · Mar 30 Saudi, Kuwait, Bahrain 'fighting back': Trump claims Gulf nations '100% on US side' against Iran President Trump declared Saudi Arabia, Qatar, UAE, Kuwait, and Bahrain are fully aligned with the US against Iran, stating they are "100% on our side." He noted these Gulf nations were surprised by Iran's missile and drone attacks but are now fighting back effectively. The ongoing conflict, now in its…
International Business Times UK · Mar 29 $270M US Spy Plane Destroyed in Iranian Attack on Saudi Air Base Discover the impact of a major Iranian strike that destroyed a $270M US E-3 Sentry spy plane at a Saudi air base, marking a significant loss in American airpower amid escalating Middle East tensions.