A Toothless Iran? Missile and Drone Strikes Show It Can Still Inflict Pain.

A wave of strikes across the Middle East in recent days shows that Iran has not lost the capacity to retaliate.

By Nicholas Kulish, Helene Cooper, Isabel Kershner and Erika Solomon

What an Influx of 17,000 U.S. Troops Could Mean for the Iran War - WSJ

What an Influx of 17,000 U.S. Troops Could Mean for the Iran War  WSJ

Iranians live under constant anxiety: 'When I close my eyes, I wonder if I will see the next day'

Bombings, repression and daily surveillance have thrust Iranians into a state of uncertainty. The fear that the end of the war might leave the regime intact looms large in people's minds.

Pentagon prepares for weeks of ground operations in Iran

If President Trump approves the plans, such an effort would mark a new phase of the war that could be significantly more dangerous to U.S. troops than the first four weeks.

By Dan Lamothe

Iran war: US amphibious assault ship arrives in Mideast amid talk of ground operation

The amphibious assault ship USS Tripoli has arrived in the Middle East, US Central Command said on Saturday, as speculation soared about the possible deployment of US ground troops in Iran. The ship arrived in the region on Friday, CENTCOM said in a social media post, noting that the vessel is the flagship for a contingent of “about 3,500” Marines and sailors. The group also includes “transport and strike fighter aircraft, as well as amphibious assault and tactical assets”, it said. The post...

By Agence France-Presse

Middle East war live: Loud blasts rock Tehran as Yemen's Houthis widen conflict

Two powerful explosions shook northern Tehran early on Sunday as Yemen's Iran-backed Houthi rebels claimed a second missile attack on Israel, further escalating the monthlong war in the Middle East. The Israeli army announced the death in combat of a fifth soldier in south Lebanon. Follow our live blog for the latest developments.

By FRANCE 24

Iran-US war latest: Ship carrying thousands of Marines arrive as Yemen’s Houthis warn of more attacks

It comes amid speculation of an impending ground invasion

By Katie Hawkinson and Vishwam Sankaran

Full-scale invasion or special ops? Inside Pentagon plan for US boots in Iran

The US military is developing plans for potential ground operations in Iran, ranging from targeted raids to limited troop deployments, as a contingency measure. While the White House maintains no decision has been made, the Pentagon is preparing options to neutralize specific threats, reflecting a widening gap between readiness and cautious public messaging.

By TOI World Desk

'Iranian Quagmire': Experts Warn American 'Boots on the Ground' Could Trap U.S. - Haaretz

'Iranian Quagmire': Experts Warn American 'Boots on the Ground' Could Trap U.S.  Haaretz

Iran war news LIVE updates: Pentagon preparing for ground operations; Tehran threatens US universities in the region

Iran war news LIVE updates: The Pentagon is preparing for weeks of ground operations in Iran, the Washington Post reported Saturday, citing US officials. IRGC on Saturday threatened to target US universities in the Middle East after saying US-Israeli strikes had destroyed two Iranian universities.

Houthis enter Iran war while US Marines arrive in region

The risk of an expanded Iran war grew as Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthis yesterday launched their first attacks on Israel since the start of the conflict, as additional US forces reached the Middle East.

Pentagon preparing for week-long ground operation in Iran, according to officials - Washington Post

According to the report, any operation would not involve a full-scale invasion. US President Trump had not yet approved the plans due to the high risk they pose to American soldiers.

Iran-backed Houthis enter monthlong war

Iranian-backed Houthi rebels entered the monthlong war in the Middle East Saturday, claiming two missile launches at Israel. About 2,500 US Marines arrived in the region. And Pakistan's government said regional powers plan to meet Sunday to discuss how to end the fighting. The war has threatened global supplies of oil and natural gas, sparked fertilizer shortages and disrupted air travel. Iran’s grip on the strategic Strait of Hormuz has shaken markets and prices. The US and Israel continue to s

By The Korea Herald

Benjamin Netanyahu’s gamble in Iran

In going to war, the Israeli PM is risking his country’s long-term security, as well as support at home and abroad

By The Week UK

Russia surveilling US military assets in Middle East to aid Iran, Zelensky says - The Kyiv Independent

Russia surveilling US military assets in Middle East to aid Iran, Zelensky says  The Kyiv Independent

Fact-checking pro-Beijing lawmaker Dominic Lee after he slams West, defends security law in viral UN speech

Pro-Beijing lawmaker Dominic Lee enjoyed a viral moment over the past week as he attacked US and Israeli military adventurism, defended Hong Kong’s security law, and accused Britain and NATO countries of lacking moral authority. Lee delivered his submission, transcribed below, on March 18 at the 61st session of the UN Human Rights Council in […]

By Tom Grundy

Over 11,000 targets hit in Iran as Operation Epic Fury enters day 30: CENTCOM - rudaw.net

Over 11,000 targets hit in Iran as Operation Epic Fury enters day 30: CENTCOM  rudaw.net

Attempts at diplomacy as US troops build up in the Mideast - Naharnet

Attempts at diplomacy as US troops build up in the Mideast  Naharnet

The Israeli defense minister promises to intensify bombings in Iran to stop missile launches. - Seneweb

The Israeli defense minister promises to intensify bombings in Iran to stop missile launches.  Seneweb