Experts dispute US account of deadly Iran sports hall strike in Lamerd

Six weapons experts have contested the US claim that video evidence suggests an Iranian missile could have hit the hall.

Iran Strikes Gulf Energy Sites as Trump Warns of Further Attacks - Bloomberg.com

Iran Strikes Gulf Energy Sites as Trump Warns of Further Attacks  Bloomberg.com

French-owned container ship exits Strait of Hormuz

Donald Trump renews threat to attack Iranian infrastructure

U.S. economy created 178,000 jobs in March, a strong gain for labor market

The March jobs report marks the first major release of economic data reflecting the period after the start of the Iran war, which has weighed on households and businesses.

By Lauren Kaori Gurley

Container ship declaring French ownership passes through Strait of Hormuz

The Maltese-flagged Kribi belonging to the French maritime transport group CMA CGM crossed the strait, which has been virtually blocked by Iran since early in the Middle East war. It appears to be the first known transit by a major European shipping group since March 1.

Is the US committing war crimes by targeting Iran’s civilian infrastructure?

International law experts ‘seriously concerned’ about ‘strikes on schools, health centres and homes’ in contravention of Geneva conventions Donald Trump, other senior US officials and their cheerleaders appear to be embracing attacks – and threats of attacks – on Iranian civilian infrastructure, which legal experts say appears to constitute serious war crimes under international law. In his rambling national address on Wednesday, the US president warned that if Iran did not reach an unspecifi...

By Peter Beaumont, Senior international correspondent

Iran hits Gulf refineries as Trump warns U.S. will attack Iranian bridges, power plants

Iranian officials said one of the longest bridges linking Tehran to the city of Karaj was destroyed overnight, while Iranian missiles and drones hit Israel, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates and Kuwait's largest oil refinery, setting some units on fire.

By NPR Staff

What B-52 bombers bring to Iran fight — and what it means for the war now

The U.S. is now flying B-52 bombers over Iran, a dramatic operational shift signaling air superiority after weeks of strikes degraded its defenses.

Iranian women footballers reveal ‘enormous pressure’ of the Asian Cup saga

Two Iranian players who sought asylum in Australia before changing their minds tell their story to Al Jazeera.

Iran`s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps says it struck US F-35 jet

Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) claimed Thursday that it struck a US F-35 stealth fighter jet over central Iran. FRANCE 24's Reza Sayah reports from Tehran, Iran.

By FRANCE24

What led an India-bound Iranian crude tanker to reroute to China

A US-sanctioned tanker carrying Iranian crude oil, initially bound for India, has rerouted to China. Payment issues appear to be the primary driver for this change, as sellers are reportedly tightening credit terms. This development highlights the ongoing challenges in facilitating Iranian oil trade, even with temporary US sanctions waivers.

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‘Take the oil’: Trump’s warning to Iran as Strait of Hormuz crisis sends crude to $111 a barrel

'Shoot them if you see them': Iran broadcaster warns on air as Tehran claims US pilot captured

“If you capture the enemy pilot or pilots alive and hand them over to the police, you will receive a precious prize,” the Iranian anchor said.

Iran leaders join crowds on Tehran's streets to project control in wartime - The Straits Times

Iran leaders join crowds on Tehran's streets to project control in wartime  The Straits Times

Netanyahu vows to continue crushing Iranian regime during security assessment

“Together with our American friends, we continue to crush the terror regime in Iran. We are eliminating commanders, bombing bridges, striking infrastructure,” Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said.

"Can Easily Open Hormuz, Take Oil, Make A Fortune": Trump's Latest Threat

The message, on his Truth Social platform, did not explain how the United States could end Iranian control over the Hormuz waterway.

French ship makes first Western European transit of Hormuz since Iran conflict

A French-owned container ship has crossed the Strait of Hormuz, a key global shipping route that has been largely restricted since the start of the Middle East conflict.

By RFI

World anxious to open Hormuz Strait while Trump and Iran trade threats

Dozens of countries sought ways to restart vital energy shipments through the Strait of Hormuz on Thursday after US President Donald Trump vowed more aggressive attacks on Iran, sending oil prices higher again and deepening strain on consumers. After speculation proved untrue that Trump might discuss ending the war in a speech on Wednesday, the president persisted with threats on Thursday, saying in a social media post: “IT IS TIME FOR IRAN TO MAKE A DEAL BEFORE IT IS TOO LATE”. ...

By none@none.com (Reuters)

April 7 deadline for Altamira Real Estate auction submissions

With just seven days remaining before Altamira Real Estate’s latest campaign, “A Plot of Land in Your Hometown”, ends, interested parties are reminded that submissions close on Tuesday, April 7, 10am. The campaign, which includes 1,000 plots across Cyprus, continues to attract strong interest, offering unique opportunities to acquire agricultural land at exceptionally low prices. […]

Trump threatens to destroy Iran’s bridges and power plants as conflict spreads, diplomacy stalls

President Donald Trump has threatened to escalate attacks on Iran’s civilian infrastructure, declaring the US military “hasn’t even started destroying what’s left in Iran” as negotiations through intermediaries show limited progress and domestic pessimism about the war deepens nearly five weeks after it began. “Bridges next, then Electric Power Plants,” Trump wrote on social media […]

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Kuwait power, desalination plant hit in Iranian attack; damage reported - Khaleej Times

Kuwait power, desalination plant hit in Iranian attack; damage reported  Khaleej Times

US vows to target more Iranian infrastructure as nations seek to open Hormuz

'Bridges next, then electric power plants,' Trump threatens on social media

By Reuters

Abu Dhabi Halts Operations At Main Gas Plant After "Falling Debris" From Iranian Strike

Abu Dhabi Halts Operations At Main Gas Plant After "Falling Debris" From Iranian Strike Operations at Habshan, the UAE’s massive onshore gas-processing hub operated by ADNOC Gas in Abu Dhabi, were halted on Friday after local authorities said a fire broke out at the facility due to "falling debris" from a "successful interception by air defense systems" of an Iranian air-delivered munition.  "Abu Dhabi authorities are responding to an incident of falling debris at the Habshan ga...

By Tyler Durden

Iran War: US Continues Escalation by Striking Iran Bridge, Opening Way for Iran Destruction of Critical Links; Iran Moving to Attack Economic Targets

Today's Iran war update: The US continues its escalation with a strike on Iran's biggest bridge even as Mr. Market starts a belated protest.

By Yves Smith

Iran attack hits Kuwait power, water facility: Ministry - Kuwait Times

Iran attack hits Kuwait power, water facility: Ministry  Kuwait Times

ICAO Council condemns Iranian attacks on Gulf States and Jordan, affirms threat to aviation safety

The resolution calls for the immediate cessation of Iran’s unlawful actions, refers the matter to the relevant United Nations bodies, and keeps the issue under continuous review. The Council of… (The post ICAO Council condemns Iranian attacks on Gulf States and Jordan, affirms threat to aviation safety is from Doha News | Qatar.)

By Adijata Ziga

US war secretary fires two more generals amid failure of anti-Iran aggression - PressTV

US war secretary fires two more generals amid failure of anti-Iran aggression  PressTV

Iranian Cultural Centre: A piece of Persian history in the heart of Dar - thecitizen.co.tz

Iranian Cultural Centre: A piece of Persian history in the heart of Dar  thecitizen.co.tz