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The Iranian military is reportedly recovering its capabilities, including replacing missile positions, launchers, and weapon production facilities destroyed in a recent conflict, faster than anticipated, posing a significant regional threat.
The Iranian military has seized a ship in the Gulf of Oman, which it described as a "floating armory." The incident occurred amidst heightened tensions in the region.
Reports surfaced claiming that Pakistan allowed Iran to park its military aircraft on Pakistani airbases to shield them from potential US strikes. Pakistan's Foreign Office vehemently denied these allegations, calling them speculative, misleading, and sensationalized.
An Iranian military spokesman stated that Iran holds the 'upper hand' and has delivered a 'decisive response' to aggression.
US and Iranian forces exchanged fire in the Strait of Hormuz, leading to accusations of ceasefire violations from both sides. This escalation intensified tensions in the region and caused oil prices to jump.
The United States announced plans to withdraw 5,000 troops from Germany, a decision that has drawn varied reactions from European leaders and NATO, with some German officials stating the move was expected. NATO is seeking further clarification on the implications of the troop reduction.
The Iranian military reportedly returned two tankers that were attempting to leave, amidst ongoing conflict in the Middle East.
Emirates Global Aluminum (EGA), the largest aluminum producer in the Gulf, has declared force majeure after halting operations at its Al Taweelah smelter, reportedly following Iranian military action.
The niece of the late Iranian military commander Qassem Soleimani, Hamidah Soleimani Afshar, 47, and her 25-year-old daughter Sarinas, reportedly lived a lavish life in the US with champagne, designer clothes, and luxury vacations before their arrest.
Several vessels have passed through the Strait of Hormuz in recent days after reaching agreements with Iran. A Swedish shipping company, Stena Bulk, with ships in the Persian Gulf, remains cautious.
Following widespread backlash, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has ordered that the Latin Patriarch of Jerusalem, Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa, be granted full and immediate access to the Church of the Holy Sepulchre to celebrate Palm Sunday mass, after Israeli police had initially blocked his entry.
Brigadier General Ebrahim Zolfaghari, Iran's military spokesman and spokesperson for the Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters, has become a social media sensation by mocking Trump, a strategy the regime uses to project a 'cool' image amidst the ongoing conflict.
An Iranian military spokesman reiterated Tehran's 'full control' over the Persian Gulf, Oman’s territorial waters, and the Strait of Hormuz, warning it would maintain control by 'any means' necessary and stating that countries outside the region have no right to interfere.
Saudi Arabia has expelled Iran's military attaché and several embassy staff members, signaling a further deterioration in diplomatic relations between the two nations.
Iranian attacks on Arad and Dimona near Israeli nuclear site raise serious questions about Israel's defence strategy.
Saudi Arabia has expelled Iranian military attachés, citing ongoing attacks as the reason for the diplomatic action.
Iran reportedly fired two ballistic missiles at the joint US-UK military base at Diego Garcia in the Chagos Islands, with Iran's Mehr news agency confirming the strike and other international reports detailing the incident and its implications, raising questions about Iran's undeclared 4,000-km strike capabilities and potentially expanding the conflict.
The United Kingdom has granted the United States permission to use British bases to target Iranian military facilities involved in attacks in the Strait of Hormuz.
The Israeli Air Force (IAF) struck and destroyed an IRGC helicopter stationed at an airport in western Iran, following earlier strikes on Iranian military targets in the Caspian Sea.
US President Donald Trump has threatened further strikes on Iran's Kharg Island oil export hub and urged allies to secure the Strait of Hormuz, as Tehran vowed to intensify its response following previous US strikes.
Three additional members of Iran's women's soccer team, who were granted humanitarian visas in Australia, have decided against staying and will return home, bringing the total to four of seven players who initially sought asylum.
The Israeli army reported that it destroyed Iran's main center for military satellite research and development, as well as a factory producing anti-aircraft equipment.
The Iranian military wants to respond to US military attacks on Kharg Island.
American drones have reportedly bombed three Iranian military aircraft, indicating an escalation in the ongoing conflict.
The whereabouts and status of a powerful Iranian military official are unknown following rumors that he might be an Israeli spy.
President Trump told reporters ‘unconditional surrender’ would mean the destruction of the Iranian military
The US President left open the possibility that the war could end only if the Iranian military is completely destroyed and the country’s political and military leadership is eliminated The post…
U.S. Likely Hit Girls’ School Attached to Iranian Military Compound WSJ
Sri Lanka has taken control of an Iranian military vessel and evacuated its crew after they reported engine failure. This comes days after an Iranian frigate was reportedly torpedoed by a US submarine.
The US sinking of Iris Dena was an answer to Iran attacking Gulf countries and ships in the Straits of Hormuz.
Israel said Wednesday it had struck a major Iranian military compound in Tehran housing command centres of the Revolutionary Guards, the elite Quds Force and the Basij paramilitary force.
Cause of sinking not yet known after frigate IRIS Dena sends out distress call about 40 nautical miles off Sri Lanka.
An Iranian military official threatened to "set on fire" ships in the Strait of Hormuz, a vital oil transit route.
Bombing of Iranian military, police, border guard, intellegence bases continues in western Iran rudaw.net
The US and Israel launched major strikes on Iran over the weekend, leading to retaliatory attacks across the Middle East from the Iranian military. Fatemeh Bahrami/Anadolu via Getty Images The US…
Local media, citing Iranian military sources, reported that at least 13 soldiers were killed in a bombing at an airbase in Kerman, Iran.
US President Donald Trump says he sees three 'choices' of who could lead Iran in an interview with the New York Times. There are still no concrete plans in place and both sides are continuing strikes and counter strikes against each other, with the US promising retribution for the three US military members killed so far.
The Israeli army announced that they carried out attacks on dozens of Iranian military command centers, including headquarters belonging to the Revolutionary Guard.
Regime could try to retain control of streets as US and Israel have expressed no intention of mounting ground invasion Venezula’s Nicholás Maduro was captured. But Donald Trump and Benjamin Netanyahu have chosen a different strategy for Iran: to target and aim to kill the country’s supreme leader, Ali Khamenei, , and as many other senior regime figures as possible. Though Iranian military sites and its air defence systems were also targeted by coordinated US and Israeli bombing, beginning in ...
An Iranian army helicopter crashed into a fruit market in the central province of Isfahan, killing the pilot, co-pilot, and two merchants, according to Iranian state media.
An Iranian army military helicopter crashed on Tuesday in a market in the central province of Isfahan, killing the pilot, co-pilot, and two traders.
An Iranian military helicopter crashed into a central fruit and vegetable market, reportedly killing four people.
An Iranian military source stated that Tehran possesses domestically produced weapons that have not yet been used in battle, warning of a lack of restraint if US strikes resume.
Iranian military spokesman Brigadier General Mohammad Akrami Nia stated that Iran's armed forces are on the "highest level of readiness" and will not withdraw from a war with the US and Israel.
Senator Lindsey Graham, a top US lawmaker, has questioned Pakistan's credibility as a mediator in US-Iran negotiations, citing reports of Iranian military aircraft using Pakistani bases, which Pakistan denies.
Iran has issued a warning that countries adhering to US sanctions will encounter difficulties when navigating the Strait of Hormuz. This statement was made by the Iranian military.
Iranian military forces categorically denied launching any attacks against the United Arab Emirates, amidst reports and suspicions of strikes. This denial comes as a truce in the region is reportedly being tested.
While the ceasefire remains in effect, Iran does not consider the war over, emphasized an Iranian military spokesman in a statement to state television, reported immediately after...
Iran reportedly closed or reimposed control over the Strait of Hormuz, accusing the United States of breaching terms or imposing a blockade. This action led to reports of ships being affected and prompted international reactions, though some reports later indicated the strait returned to its previous state.
A US official, Hegseth, declared victory, stating that an operation has rendered the Iranian military's combat capabilities ineffective for years to come, marking a significant day for world peace.
A complex rescue operation located a missing American pilot injured in a mountain crevice in Iran, with President Donald Trump later announcing the successful recovery. The Iranian military, however, claims to have shot down four US aircraft during the rescue operation.
A US fighter jet was reportedly shot down over Iran, with details emerging about the incident. This follows a complex rescue operation that located a missing American pilot injured in a mountain crevice in Iran, though the Iranian military claims to have shot down four US aircraft during the rescue.
An Iranian military source told the semi-official Tasnim news agency that over a million Iranians are preparing a 'historic hell' for any American forces attempting a ground invasion, calling such a move 'historic foolishness' by the US.
An article profiles the top leaders of the Iranian military, highlighting their commitment to ideals and the 'security holes' they face in the current complex regional environment.
Senator Chuck Schumer clashed with Joe Scarborough on Monday over the merits of degrading Iran's military, with Schumer arguing that gas prices and recession risks are more pressing concerns.
Saudi Arabia has expelled Iranian military staff and condemned 'blatant' attacks, following a similar move by Qatar, further escalating tensions and bringing Riyadh-Tehran normalization into question amid ongoing Iranian actions and diplomatic condemnations from Gulf states.
The Iranian military announced it shot down an 'enemy F-15 aircraft' that had intruded into Iran's southern coastline near Hormuz Island, and Iranian media shared a video claiming to show the air defense system successfully locking onto the jet.
Admiral Bradley Cooper, head of CENTCOM, stated that during three weeks of operations in Iran, US forces have destroyed over 8,000 military targets and 130 Iranian military vessels.
The Iranian military has issued a warning to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) not to allow attacks from its territory on two disputed islands in the Gulf, Abu Musa and Greater Tunb, which Iran controls but the UAE claims.
The majority of Iranian military and security personnel were reportedly killed at Azadi Stadium, one of the largest soccer stadiums in the region.
Qatar orders Iranian military, security attachés to leave within 24 hours Khaleej Times
As bombings intensify in Iran and a new leader is chosen, the military celebrates in Tehran's streets, while regime opponents remain cautious, fearing a larger massacre.
President Donald Trump said oil companies should send tankers through the Strait of Hormuz, which has remained effectively closed due to the war on Iran.
The United States is offering a reward of up to $10 million for information on high-ranking Iranian officials, including the new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei. This comes as crypto prediction markets speculate on whether Mojtaba Khamenei will be removed from his position before 2026.
The United Nations Security Council adopted a resolution condemning Iranian military strikes on Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, and Bahrain, with Bosnia and Herzegovina co-sponsoring the document.
Iran has begun mining the Strait of Hormuz, the critical oil shipping chokepoint, with US naval forces actively destroying the mines. President Trump demanded Iran immediately remove all mines, warning of severe consequences. Reports estimate Iran possesses 5,000-6,000 sea mines, posing a major threat to global shipping.
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In a war already redrawing the region’s red lines, with the death toll from the US-Israeli attacks on Iran reportedly having surpassed 1,000, Tehran has brought one of the Middle East’s most sensitive strategic sites into the escalation equation: Israel’s Dimona nuclear site. A senior Iranian military official told the Iranian website Iran Nuances, later reported by Iran’s semi-official ISNA news agency, that if the US and Israel pursue a “regime change” scenario in practice, Tehran’s “final ...
Satellite imagery reveals extensive damage at several Iranian military sites following a wave of airstrikes.
Reports indicate that a US strike likely hit a girls' school located near an Iranian military compound, raising concerns about civilian casualties.
An analyst warns of a highly dangerous situation due to the ongoing conflict involving Iran, stating that Iran's military faction is very strong and unlikely to surrender easily, making future developments unpredictable.
Three missiles were fired at the headquarters of opposition groups, the state news agency IRNA reported on Thursday, citing the military leadership in Tehran. The post Iranian military strikes Kurdish groups in Iraq appeared first on Vanguard News.
The Pentagon said the US Navy sunk an enemy warship by torpedo for the first time since World War II. Sri Lanka earlier said it had rescued over 30 sailors from an Iranian frigate in international waters off its coast.
American cruise missiles knew the exact location of the Iranian military-political leadership minute by minute. How is this possible? What reconnaissance techniques...
A high-ranking Iranian military official stated that the country will attack all Middle Eastern economic centers if Israel and the United States continue their attacks on Iran.
Satellite images show extensive strike damage across key Iranian military and strategic installations following coordinated U.S.–Israel operations. In retaliation, Iranian attacks have also left visible damage at U.S. bases in the Gulf, underscoring the rapid escalation of the Iran–Israel–U.S. confrontation and raising fears of a wider regional fallout.
Ratings agency Morningstar DBRS said crude oil prices have risen sharply since coordinated attacks by the United States and Israel against Iranian military targets began on February 28, heightening…
Satellite images show damage at Iranian military base, and marine tracking data shows slowing of oil tanker movement around the Strait of Hormuz.
U.S. President Donald Trump said on March 1, 2026, that combat operations in Iran were continuing and would carry on until all of Washington’s objectives are achieved.
US President Donald Trump declares that the US has "destroyed and sunk" nine Iranian military ships. The message was published on the Truth Social platform, BBC reports.
Trump said on social media that Iran’s Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei is dead, saying his passing is “the single greatest chance for the Iranian people to take back their Country.” The death occurred after a joint US and Israeli aerial bombardment that targeted Iranian military and governmental sites. The president also said “heavy and pinpoint bombing” was to continue “uninterrupted” through the week or longer. Trump in his post called Khamenei “one of the most evil people in history.” Trump said
The Israeli army announced that about 200 fighter jets hit Iranian missile and air defense systems in western and central Iran.
A military helicopter crashed into a bustling market in central Iran, claiming at least four lives, including the pilot and co-pilot. The aircraft was reportedly on a training mission when it fell in Dorcheh, Isfahan province. This incident follows another recent aviation fatality, highlighting Iran's ongoing challenges with its aging air fleet.
An Iranian military helicopter crashed into a market in the city of Dorcheh, resulting in the deaths of the pilot, co-pilot, and two civilians.
An Iranian military helicopter crashed into a fruit market in the central province of Isfahan, killing four, including the pilot and the co-pilot, according to reports.
The US military boarded an Iranian-flagged oil tanker in the Gulf of Oman, suspecting it of attempting to breach a naval blockade. This action occurred amidst ongoing tensions and diplomatic efforts between the United States and Iran.
An exclusive report by NDTV claims that Pakistan has been harboring Iranian military jets for years, a report that the Pakistani government has rejected as misleading while not denying the aircraft's presence.
Claims circulating on social media about the Iranian military unveiling new kamikaze underwater drones shaped like dolphins have been debunked, with the accompanying images identified as AI-generated.
Iran's Foreign Minister dismissed CIA assertions about the country's weakening missile capabilities, while an expert stated that the Iranian military is in a better position than before despite US attacks.
Iran launched missile and drone attacks on the United Arab Emirates and issued warnings to the United States, significantly escalating tensions in the Persian Gulf and Strait of Hormuz. This prompted international reactions, including Israel's coordination with the US and calls for dialogue.
An Iranian military spokesperson issued a statement regarding potential enemy actions, in the context of the ongoing Middle East conflict, marking the 58th day of the confrontation.
The US military said it would begin a blockade of all Iranian ports Monday, after talks between the warring sides in Pakistan collapsed, and despite the Iranian military warning that it would treat any such action as an act of piracy. FRANCE 24's International Affairs Editor takes a look at the potential consequences.
The United States has conducted military strikes against Iranian targets located on Kharg Island. Details regarding the specific targets and the extent of the damage are being reported by CNN.
US forces successfully rescued a pilot of an F-15 fighter jet shot down over Iran, a rescue confirmed by the White House and described by President Donald Trump as a daring operation.
Relatives of the late Iranian Major General Qassem Soleimani were arrested by US federal agents after their permanent residency status was revoked, with reports indicating they had celebrated attacks against US soldiers.
Iran has rejected a US ceasefire proposal and dismissed claims of ongoing negotiations, dampening hopes for de-escalation, though markets like the S&P 500 still reacted positively to initial hopes for peace talks, with oil prices falling.
US President Donald Trump has confirmed 'very good' talks to end combat with Iran, leading to a delay in US strikes and a rise in markets, though Iran denies these discussions, outlines 'red lines' for peace, and continues its strikes, even firing rockets at Israel and mocking Trump.
President Donald Trump has reiterated his 48-hour ultimatum to Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, threatening to 'obliterate' its power plants and energy infrastructure. Tehran has warned it will respond with attacks on U.S. and Israeli energy targets if its facilities are targeted and stated the strait is open to all except "enemy" ships.
Saudi Arabia has expelled Iranian diplomatic and military personnel from its territory and issued a strong condemnation of what it described as 'blatant' attacks by Iran.
Saudi Arabia has ordered the Iranian military attaché and four other embassy staff members to leave the country.
Iranian state media reported that the Iranian military targeted fuel tanks and refueling aircraft at Israel's Ben Gurion Airport with drones, a claim that comes amidst escalating tensions in the region.
The Iranian military has issued a warning to the UAE concerning alleged attacks on disputed islands in the Persian Gulf.
Israeli air forces have attacked Iranian targets in the Caspian Sea, destroying military ships and headquarters in what is described as one of the most significant strikes since February.
The Iranian military has warned regional countries against cooperating with the London-based Iran International television channel, stating that media infrastructure supporting the opposition channel could become an Iranian target.
The United States is offering a reward of up to $10 million for information about senior Iranian military and intelligence officials, including its new Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei.
Iran's Shi'ite allies in Lebanon and Iraq have joined the war in the region unleashed by U.S. and Israeli strikes on Tehran. The U.S. says Iran has armed, funded and trained the Houthis with help from Hezbollah.
Air cargo prices are skyrocketing due to disruptions in key shipping lanes caused by the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. This has forced many carriers to reroute their vessels, leading to longer transit times and increased operational costs, which are then passed on to consumers.
Any U.S. aggression against Iranian islands in the Gulf will prompt Tehran to “abandon all restraint”, Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf said on X on Thursday. Several Iranian islands, including Kharg, are critical energy export terminals. Others host Iranian military bases. (Reuters)
The command claims that since the beginning of the war, Iranian missile and drone attacks have been 'significantly reduced'.
The Iranian military released footage of missile launches from what it described as a wave multi-warhead projectiles.
Israeli forces announced that the Israeli Air Force carried out airstrikes on military infrastructure in Tehran overnight, during which, according to them...
The soldiers who spoke with the outlet reported that since the killing of former supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei on Saturday, confusion has erupted within the Iranian military.
A crypto project has reportedly disappeared after its development team was drafted into the Iranian military, raising questions about the project's future.
Widening US-Israeli strikes hit Iranian military, security sites across Rojhelat rudaw.net
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The Israeli army has released new footage of an airstrike that it claims targeted Iranian soldiers operating an air defense system and an Iranian military helicopter.
A high-ranking Iranian military official stated that the country would attack all Middle Eastern economic centers if Israel and the United States continue their attacks on Iran.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has said that strikes on Iran's military targets are justified given Tehran's role in supplying weapons to Russia, but warned that the operation in the Middle East could affect Ukraine's access to air defense missiles and systems.
The US Central Command (CENTCOM) has announced the destruction of all 11 Iranian military ships and vessels in the Gulf of Oman.
After the three militarily strongest European states - France, Great Britain, and Germany - warned Tehran on Sunday that they are ready for "proportional defensive actions" to destroy Iranian military...
According to Iranian media, seven Iranian military commanders, including the head of the armed forces chief's office, were killed in attacks on the country.
The United States and Israel have launched a joint operation named 'Epic Fury,' attacking targets in Iran in multiple waves. Reports indicate that several high-ranking Iranian military commanders were killed in the initial strikes, with Tehran vowing strong retaliation.
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) have reported that seven senior Iranian security officials, including the commander of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), have been killed.
Israel's Operation Roaring Lion and the US-led Operation Epic Fury struck Iranian military and nuclear-linked sites, triggering a sweeping Iranian retaliation across the region.
An Iranian Army helicopter crashed into a fruit market in the central province of Isfahan on Tuesday, killing the pilot, co-pilot and two merchants, state media reported. The helicopter came down in the city of Dorcheh, causing a fire that was put out by emergency services, the reports added. Experts say Iran has a poor air safety record, with repeated crashes, many involving aircraft bought before the 1979 Islamic Revolution and lacking original spare parts for maintenance. Last week, a US-b...
A military helicopter belonging to the Iranian army crashed in the central Isfahan province, resulting in the deaths of four people.