US-Israel-Iran War Highlights: Trump says Iran agrees it will never have nuclear weapons

UK Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper said she is “deeply concerned” the Iran war is pulling focus away from Gaza peace efforts and rising violence in the West Bank, warning the wider Middle East conflict could disrupt progress on the 20-point plan.

Iran’s Revolutionary Guard said it targeted Israeli military satellite systems, striking reception stations with missiles and drones in what it described as the 79th wave of its ongoing operation, according to state-linked media.

Iran has told global maritime authorities that “non-hostile vessels” can pass through the Strait of Hormuz, while warning that ships linked to the US, Israel or other parties involved in the conflict will not qualify for safe passage, according to the Financial Times.

US President Donald Trump said the war has effectively been won, praising Gulf allies including Saudi Arabia, the UAE and Qatar for their role, while expressing confidence that a peace deal with Iran could still materialise despite ongoing tensions.

US President Donald Trump said Iran has offered the US a “very significant prize” linked to the Strait of Hormuz, though he did not reveal details, adding the move shows Washington is “dealing with the right people” amid ongoing tensions over the vital oil route.

US President Donald Trump said US-Israeli strikes have led to “regime change” in Iran, but added, “I don’t trust anybody,” even as he claimed Tehran has agreed it will never develop a nuclear weapon.

Trump said US forces had eliminated Iran’s leadership, adding a new group has since emerged. “Now we have a new group... let’s see how they turn out,” he said.

US President Donald Trump said Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and Qatar have been “excellent” in their response to Iran, even as these Gulf nations face repeated missile and drone attacks linked to the ongoing conflict.

US President Donald Trump said the US is “in negotiations right now” with Iran, adding that JD Vance, Marco Rubio, Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner are involved, claiming Tehran “would like to make a deal.”

US President Donald Trump said the United States is in negotiations with Iran, adding that a “new group of leaders” has emerged in Tehran and “they are going to make a deal,” while also suggesting the situation amounts to “regime change.”

US President Donald Trump said Iran has agreed it will never develop a nuclear weapon and claimed Tehran is now “talking sense”, signalling what he described as progress in discussions despite continued denials from Iranian officials.

US President Donald Trump said the United States is in negotiations with Iran and claimed US forces are “roaming free over Tehran”, projecting confidence in ongoing military operations despite continued denials from Tehran over any talks. He also said Iran is talking sense.

US President Donald Trump said Washington is “talking to the right people” and that they “want to make a deal”, even as doubts remain over any real progress in talks with Iran.

He also claimed Iran has “no leaders left”, suggesting recent strikes have weakened Tehran’s leadership structure. Trump added that the US is having “tremendous success in Iran”.

The United Arab Emirates has condemned an alleged Iranian attack on Bahrain, calling it a “dangerous escalation” that killed a Moroccan contractor and injured UAE defence personnel and Bahraini soldiers. The UAE termed it a violation of Bahrain’s sovereignty.

US President Donald Trump’s approval rating has dropped to 36%, the lowest in his second term, a Reuters/Ipsos poll shows, as rising fuel costs and growing opposition to the Iran war weigh on public sentiment. Support for US strikes has also fallen.

A written order from the Pentagon for the deployment of a unit consisting of 3,000 US troops to the Middle East is expected in a few hours, reports the Wall Street Journal citing two unnamed US officials. The troops will be drawn from the US Army's elite 82nd Airborne Division and will be tasked with supporting the ongoing campaign against Iran, they said.

(With Reuters inputs)

Multiple missiles were intercepted over Lebanon, according to the country's official media. 

It was not immediately clear as to what the intended target of the projectiles was or how they were intercepted.

Notably, the Lebanese military lacks air defence systems.

Lebanon’s state-run National News Agency said that explosions heard north of Beirut in the Keserwan district were caused by interceptor missiles, and that missiles fell in the town of Faitroun and in the mountain village of Baskinta.

Associated Press journalists reported minor damage to buildings and a wall in the Sahel Alma area on the coast north of Beirut. No casualties were reported.

(With Associated Press inputs)

When asked about the possibility of the US participating in talks in Pakistan for the resolution of the ongoing conflict with Iran, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said in a statement that "these are sensitive diplomatic discussions and the US will not negotiate through the press."

"This is a fluid situation, and speculation about meetings should not be deemed as final until they are formally announced by the White House," she said.

UAE's defence ministry says personnel killed in Iranian attack on Bahrain was a Moroccan civilian contractor.

(With Reuters inputs)

US President Donald Trump shares on Truth Social the post by Pakistan Prime Minister Shebaz Sharif wherein the latter had expressed Pakistan's willingness to facilitate negotiations between Iran and the US.

With airstrikes still battering Iran and missiles still targeting sites across the Middle East, some of the optimism that sent stocks rallying the day before drained out of Wall Street on Tuesday. Oil prices got back to rising, and US stocks are returning some of their gains.

The price for a barrel of Brent crude oil rose 2.9% to $102.84, a day after slumping more than 10%. The main measure of the US stock market, the S&P 500, fell 0.4% to give back more than a third of its climb from the day before.

The Dow Jones Industrial Average was down 127 points, or 0.3%, as of 10:30 a.m. Eastern time, and the Nasdaq composite was 0.8% lower.

The optimism at the week’s start came after President Donald Trump raised hopes that the war could end soon when he said the United States and Iran held productive talks "regarding a complete and total resolution of our hostilities in the Middle East." His announcement caused stocks to flip immediately from losses to gains.

But Iran has denied such talks are underway, and attacks continued Tuesday.

(Associated Press)

Gulf states are weighing military options to counter Iran’s escalation of the ongoing conflict in the region, reports Bloomberg News.

Israel Defense Forces (IDF) says its troops eliminated eight "terrorists" and dismantled an underground shaft in southern Lebanon during its offensive against Hezbollah.

The US Central Command shares a photo of a B-52 strategic bomber being refuelled mid-air during an operation in the ongoing military campaign against Iran.

China's foreign minister, Wang Yi, talked to his Iranian counterpart, Abbas Araghchi, reports Xinhua news agency. The Chinese minister expressed hope that all parties will seize every opportunity and window for peace and start talks as soon as possible.

(With Reuters inputs)

Israel's military says it targeted fuel stations across Lebanon that "fund activities" of Iran-backed Hezbollah.

(With Reuters inputs)
 

Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif says on X: "Pakistan welcomes and fully supports ongoing efforts to pursue dialogue to end the WAR in Middle East, in the interest of peace and stability in region and beyond. Subject to concurrence by the US and Iran, Pakistan stands ready and honoured to be the host to facilitate meaningful and conclusive talks for a comprehensive settlement of the ongoing conflict."

Prime Minister Narendra Modi tweets about his phone call with US President Donald Trump, reiterating the importance of restoring maritime traffic in the Strait of Hormuz.

"Received a call from President Trump and had a useful exchange of views on the situation in West Asia. India supports de-escalation and restoration of peace at the earliest. Ensuring that the Strait of Hormuz remains open, secure and accessible is essential for the whole world. We agreed to stay in touch regarding efforts towards peace and stability," he said in on X.

Israel's Ambassador to India, Reuven Azar, speaks to news agency ANI about high-level exchanges between India and Israel over the ongoing Middle East war, saying, "We have been having conversations at the top level, both of our prime minister and our Minister of Foreign Affairs, they've been updating the Indian government on the aims of this operation, about the situation of the operation. I'm sure that India is doing whatever it needs in order to meet its own interests. But the bottom line from our perspective is that once we have achieved the removal of these terrible threats that were looming over West Asia from Iran, a radical Islamic theocratic country that was pursuing a nuclear arsenal and also building 1000s of ballistic missiles and hundreds of 1000s of drones..."

(With inputs from agencies)

Speaking to news agency ANI on reports that Pakistan is positioning itself as a mediator for the resolution of the ongoing war in the Middle East, Israel's Ambassador to India, Reuven Azar, says, "As long as our positions and our conditions are met, it's up to the United States to decide whether they want to do the negotiation here and there. I don't think it has much importance. At the end of the day, we are here in order to meet our interests, and as long as we continue to be in sync with the United States meeting its interests, we are satisfied."

US President Donald Trump spoke with Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday, US's Ambassador to India, Sergio Gor said. The duo discussed the ongoing war in the Middle East and the importance of restoring maritime traffic through the conflict-hit Strait of Hormuz, he added.

Iran-backed Lebanese political-militant outfit Hezbollah will fight to prevent Israel's military from occupying southern Lebanon, one of the group's top lawmakers, Hassan Fadlallah, told news agency Reuters on Tuesday. He said such an occupation would pose an "existential threat" to Lebanon as a state.

Israeli defence minister Israel Katz said earlier on Tuesday that he had instructed his country's military to establish a "security zone" south of the Litani River, which runs about 30 kilometres north of the Israeli border.

(With Reuters inputs)

The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps has warned of “heavy” missile and drone attacks on Israel if military operations against civilians in Lebanon and Palestine continue, The Times of Israel reported. The statement said Israeli forces would face intensified strikes in response. Iran, already engaged in conflict with Israel and the United States, has been launching frequent missile attacks. It remains unclear whether Tehran can significantly escalate beyond its current level of strikes, the report added.

Amazon said its Amazon Web Services operations in Bahrain were disrupted early Tuesday due to drone activity linked to the ongoing regional conflict, according to AP. The company said it is assisting customers in shifting workloads to other regions. The disruption follows earlier damage to three Middle East data centres, including sites in the UAE and Bahrain, reportedly hit by Iranian drone strikes days after hostilities escalated, AP reported.

Iranian spokesman for its top military command says armed forces will fight "until complete victory", reports the Associated Press.

While Iranian parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Qalibaf called the idea of negotiations with the US "fake news," Araghchi’s office acknowledged the foreign minister has been talking about the war this week with his counterparts in Azerbaijan, Egypt, Oman, Pakistan, Russia, South Korea, Turkey and Turkmenistan.

Talk of negotiations briefly drove down oil prices and boosted stocks. But that respite was short-lived, with the price of Brent crude, the international standard, nudging back over $100 a barrel Tuesday, up nearly 40% since the war started.

Iran’s leaders are wary of Washington’s motives, in part because Tehran was in negotiations with the US before the surprise attack that started the current war. Iran was also in talks last year when the US and Israel attacked its nuclear facilities.

On Tuesday, Iranian state television quoted Maj. Gen. Ali Abdollahi Aliabadi of the Khatam-al Anbiya Central Headquarters as saying: "Iran’s powerful armed forces are proud, victorious and steadfast in defending Iran’s integrity, and this path will continue until complete victory."

The general did not say what "complete victory" would look like, but it appeared likely Iran’s military was trying to warn against offering concessions in any possible negotiations with the United States.

Iran named a former Iranian Revolutionary Guard commander as the new secretary of the country's Supreme National Security Council on Tuesday, replacing Ali Larijani, who was killed in an airstrike. Iranian state television identified the new secretary as Mohammad Bagher Zolghadr, who reached the rank of brigadier general in the Guard.

(Associated Press)

Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei and President Masoud Pezeshkian have approved the appointment of Mohammad‑Bagher Zolghadr as the new head of the country's Supreme National Security Council, Iranian state media reports. He will replace Ali Larijani, who was killed in an Israeli strike.

Addressing a press conference on the impact of the ongoing war in the Middle East, Centre says the country has adequate stock of fertilisers, especially for the 2026 Kharif crop cycle.

Lebanon has withdrawn accreditation from the Iranian ambassador and declared him persona non grata, demanding his departure from Lebanon by Sunday, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said on Tuesday.

The ministry also summoned the Lebanese ambassador to Iran for consultations, citing what it described as Tehran's violation of diplomatic norms and established practices between the two countries.

(Reuters)

Speaking on news reports about Iran charging transit fees to allow passage to cargo ships through the Strait of Hormuz, the Centre says the waterway is an international strait and hence right to navigation is guaranteed there under international conventions, which do not allow for any such levies. The govt called such claims "baseless".

The Centre assures sufficient petrol and diesel reserves are available in India.

While Pine Gas, which is carrying 45,000 tonnes of LPG, is expected to arrive at the New Mangaluru port on March 27, Jag Vasant, carrying 46,000 tonnes of LPG, is expected to reach the Kandla port on March 26.

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar spoke to US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and the duo discussed the ongoing war in West Asia and the particular impact of the conflict on energy security.

The Centre says 20 Indian-flagged ships are still stuck in the Persian Gulf near the conflict-hit Strait of Hormuz. A total of 540 Indian seafarers are on these ships, the Centre added.

Centre confirms Indian LPG carriers Jag Vasant and Pine Gas have safely crossed the Strait of Hormuz and are destined for India. 

The Centre has urged state governments to step up enforcement to tackle LPG cylinder hoarding, says Centre amid the ongoing Middle East war.

Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz has said that his country's military will destroy homes in southern Lebanon, just as it did in Gaza, in what he said was a stepped-up effort to rid the area of Iran-backed Hezbollah militants.

He said that Israel will implement "the Rafah and Beit Hanoun models," referring to two Gaza border towns that Israel flattened in its offensive against Hamas.

Katz said the Israeli military was going beyond destroying Hezbollah infrastructure, and that it was also targeting houses in Lebanese villages near the border that, according to him, "serve as terrorist outposts for all intents and purposes."

(With AP inputs)

News agency ANI shares on X visuals after two Indian ships, Jag Vasant and Pine Gas, carrying 92,612.59 MT of LPG, crossed the conflict-hit Strait of Hormuz. The vessels are destined for India and are likely to reach ports between 26th and 28th March, according to government sources cited by ANI.

(With agency inputs)

The Iranian minister claimed many Gulf nations depend on US-built infrastructure that requires American companies for repairs after damage.

He described this as a “business cycle,” positioning Iran’s self-sufficiency as a strategic advantage as the conflict increasingly targets critical energy infrastructure.

Aliabadi said Iran manufactures nearly all key power plant equipment domestically, including critical turbine components, reducing reliance on foreign support.

He added that even if facilities are hit, restoration can be carried out swiftly using local resources, signalling resilience amid ongoing military pressure.
 

Iran’s Power Minister Abbas Aliabadi has said the country can rapidly rebuild damaged power infrastructure using domestic capabilities.

He stressed that Iran’s electricity system is decentralised, with over 150 power plants across the country, making it less vulnerable to targeted attacks and disruptions.

Iran launched barrages of missiles at Israel overnight into Tuesday, sending seven waves since midnight, CNN reported citing Israeli authorities. In the latest wave, sirens rang in Dimona, a southern desert city near the Negev Nuclear Research Centre.

Donald Trump appears determined to strike a deal with Iran to end hostilities in the Middle East, but it is unlikely that Tehran would agree to Washington’s demands in any renewed negotiations, which collapsed on February 28 following the onset of the US-Israeli war on Iran, according to three senior Israeli officials, who spoke to news agency Reuters.

The officials added that any such deal would likely require Iran to accept restrictions on its nuclear and ballistic missile programmes.

Local reports indicate that at least three residential buildings were heavily damaged, while several vehicles were wrecked in the தாக்க.

The footage underscores the intensity of the missile assault, as Iran launched multiple waves targeting Israel, further escalating the conflict on the ground.

Drone footage has revealed the scale of destruction in Tel Aviv after Iranian missile strikes hit residential areas earlier on Tuesday.

Visuals show significant structural damage to multiple buildings, with debris scattered across the site, highlighting the impact of the ongoing missile exchanges between the two sides.

The Iranian lawmaker accused the US and its allies of attempting to create division through claims of negotiations.

He said such statements are aimed at undermining public trust and spreading confusion, insisting that no talks have taken place, reinforcing Tehran’s firm denial of any diplomatic contacts with Washington.

A member of Iran’s Parliament has warned that Tehran must “think wisely” about US President Donald Trump’s claims of ongoing talks between the two sides.

Esmail Kowsari, quoted by the semiofficial Fars news agency, dismissed the assertions, signalling continued scepticism within Iran’s political establishment over any reported diplomatic engagement.
 

Multiple buildings were damaged in Tel Aviv on Tuesday after Israel fired a barrage of missiles.  (Photos: AP)

Egypt Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty discussed “potential negotiations” between the US and Iran in a phone call Monday with US envoy Steve Witkoff, the Egyptian foreign ministry said Tuesday. The ministry said the call came during concerted efforts to revive the “diplomatic path .. as the sole way to avert a comprehensive chaos in the region.”

Source: AP

Israeli Police confirmed damage to central Tel Aviv on Tuesday was caused by an Iranian warhead with about 100 kilograms of explosives. The officer told news agency Associated Press at the scene that the missile damaged homes and cars on the residential street, but there were no serious injuries reported.

Airstrikes targeting a site belonging to Iraq's Shi'ite Popular Mobilisation Forces in the western province of Anbar killed at least 15 fighters, including the PMF's Anbar operations commander, and wounded 30 others, security and health sources told news agency Reuters . 

Health sources said some of the wounded were in critical condition and the death toll could rise.

The conclusion of the meeting signals a completed review of India’s operational readiness in response to the ongoing crisis.

Deliberations are understood to have covered security of maritime routes, contingency planning, and coordinated military response options as tensions continue to impact the region.

The high-level meeting chaired by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh to review the West Asia situation has concluded after lasting around one and a half hours.

Top officials, including the Chief of Defence Staff and Service Chiefs, participated in the discussions focused on assessing India’s preparedness amid the escalating regional conflict.

The reported attack in East Azerbaijan underscores the widening geographic scope of the conflict, with strikes now impacting areas near key international borders.

The incident adds to growing fears about civilian safety as military operations intensify, with more residential zones increasingly caught in the crossfire.

At least six people have been killed and nine injured after a reported US-Israeli strike hit a residential area in Iran’s East Azerbaijan province, according to ISNA.

Local officials said the attack took place in Shahid Mofatteh in northwest Iran, near the borders with Armenia, Azerbaijan and Türkiye, raising fresh concerns over civilian casualties in the expanding conflict.

Alongside US outreach, Egypt’s foreign minister has also spoken with counterparts from Turkey, Pakistan, Oman, Saudi Arabia, the UAE, France and Cyprus.

The flurry of calls underscores coordinated efforts to restart dialogue with Tehran, signalling an intensifying diplomatic push running parallel to ongoing military escalation.

Cairo has stressed that diplomacy remains the “sole way” to prevent a wider regional crisis, even as fighting continues across multiple fronts.

The outreach highlights growing international concern that the conflict could spiral into broader instability if negotiations fail to gain traction.
 

Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty held talks with US envoy Steve Witkoff on Monday, focusing on potential negotiations with Iran, according to Cairo.

The conversation comes as part of broader diplomatic efforts to revive dialogue and prevent further escalation, with Egypt positioning itself as a key player in pushing for a political solution.
 

Donald Trump said discussions with Iranian counterparts have yielded “major points of agreement,” raising hopes for a possible breakthrough.

While no direct talks have been officially confirmed, ongoing mediation efforts and regional consultations suggest a complex diplomatic push unfolding behind the scenes.

Indirect communication channels involving Pakistan, Egypt and Gulf nations are emerging as key conduits between the US and Iran.

Reports suggest Islamabad could host direct talks soon, even as both sides publicly deny negotiations. The diplomatic activity indicates parallel efforts to contain escalation alongside ongoing military actions.
 

Oil prices climbed back above $100 per barrel after renewed tensions and conflicting signals over diplomacy rattled markets.

Brent crude rose over 4%, reversing part of the previous session’s sharp decline. Analysts warn the situation remains highly volatile, with energy markets sensitive to both military escalation and diplomatic developments.

Iranian officials have rejected claims of negotiations with the United States, calling them “fake news” aimed at influencing financial and oil markets.

Senior leaders and the Revolutionary Guards dismissed Trump’s statements as psychological tactics, reinforcing Tehran’s stance that no formal dialogue has taken place.
 

Iran has effectively closed the Strait of Hormuz, a key global energy artery, escalating fears of a prolonged supply shock.

Tehran has warned it could target infrastructure of US allies across the Middle East, raising the risk of wider disruption to oil and gas flows and intensifying global economic concerns.

US President Donald Trump has postponed planned strikes on Iran’s energy infrastructure for five days, citing “productive” talks with Iranian officials.

However, the pause applies only to energy targets, with broader US military operations continuing against Iran’s defence and military assets, indicating no full de-escalation on the ground.
 

Israeli air defence systems intercepted incoming missiles, but debris from one interception struck residential areas in northern Israel.

Authorities confirmed property damage but no casualties so far. The repeated missile waves highlight the sustained threat environment, with civilians repeatedly taking shelter amid ongoing alerts.

Iran fired multiple waves of missiles toward Israel, triggering air raid sirens across several regions, including Tel Aviv, according to the Israeli military.

Interception blasts were heard in the city, while falling debris damaged homes in northern Israel. No deaths were reported. The attacks signal continued escalation despite recent diplomatic signals from Washington.

India has shifted focus to the next 48 hours, keeping rapid response teams on standby amid uncertainty in the region.

Military leadership emphasised vigilance and preparedness, underscoring that safeguarding India’s strategic and economic interests remains the top priority as the crisis unfolds.

Officials reviewed emergency response protocols and contingency strategies during the high-level meeting, anticipating potential escalation in the coming days.

Discussions included rapid deployment options and crisis response mechanisms, with forces placed on standby to act swiftly if the security situation deteriorates further.
 

India is prioritising the safety of its merchant fleet, with naval teams maintaining constant communication and issuing navigational advisories.

Efforts are underway to ensure Indian-flagged vessels can safely transit through high-risk zones, particularly around the Strait of Hormuz, where tensions continue to disrupt global shipping routes.

The Indian Navy has activated a high-alert posture, deploying warships and maritime patrol aircraft across strategic locations.

Forces are conducting real-time monitoring, escort planning, and rapid response readiness to counter any emerging threats. The operational stance reflects India’s proactive approach to securing its maritime interests.

With nearly 80% of India’s oil imports passing through the Strait of Hormuz, the crisis has placed critical supply routes under intense scrutiny.

Officials highlighted the vulnerability of these sea lanes, prompting urgent coordination between government and military agencies to ensure uninterrupted energy flows despite the volatile regional environment.

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has convened a key meeting to review the evolving West Asia situation, as India steps up preparedness amid rising tensions.

Top military leadership, including the Chief of Defence Staff and Service Chiefs, gathered at Kartavya Bhawan 2 to assess risks. The focus remains on protecting national interests, particularly energy security and maritime stability.
 

India is reviewing contingency measures, including emergency response strategies in case of further escalation in the conflict.

The high-level meeting is also expected to deliberate on the possibility of additional naval deployments to strengthen maritime security and safeguard national interests in the region.

Ensuring uninterrupted energy supplies and the safety of commercial shipping remains a top priority for India amid the crisis.

The Navy is maintaining constant communication with merchant vessels, issuing advisories and providing navigational support to minimise risks in the volatile region.
 

The Indian Navy is in active operational mode, closely monitoring developments in and around the Strait of Hormuz as tensions threaten key shipping routes.

Naval assets, including warships and maritime patrol aircraft, have been strategically deployed for real-time surveillance, escort planning, and rapid response to emerging threats affecting Indian-flagged vessels.

India has stepped up its operational readiness amid the escalating West Asia crisis, with a high-level security review meeting scheduled at Kartavya Bhawan 2 in New Delhi.

Top officials, including the Chief of Defence Staff, Service Chiefs, and Defence Secretary, are set to assess the evolving situation. The review comes despite a temporary pause in some US strike plans, reflecting continued concern over regional instability.
 

Israel has continued targeting what it calls Hezbollah-linked economic infrastructure, including fuel stations operated by the Amana network.

Officials have accused these facilities of supporting Hezbollah’s military operations. The latest strikes mark a continued escalation since hostilities with the group reignited earlier this month.

Israeli strikes also targeted several locations in southern Lebanon, including a fuel station in Rashidieh near the port city of Tyre.

The site, linked to the Amana company, was hit in a blast that sent a large plume of fire into the air. There were no immediate reports of casualties from these strikes.

An Israeli airstrike early Tuesday hit a residential apartment in Bchamoun, southeast of Beirut, killing at least two people and injuring five others, according to Lebanon’s Health Ministry.

The strike reportedly came without prior warning and targeted an area outside previously designated evacuation zones. Visuals from the scene showed parts of the building engulfed in flames, raising concerns over civilian safety.
 

The disruption of Amazon Web Services in Bahrain underscores the widening impact of the conflict, now affecting global tech systems.

With drone activity cited as the trigger, the development signals an expansion of threats from energy and military assets to digital networks, potentially affecting businesses and services dependent on cloud infrastructure across the region.

Amazon has reported disruption in its Bahrain-based AWS cloud region, citing drone activity as the cause, according to an exclusive update.

The incident highlights how the ongoing conflict is now impacting critical digital infrastructure beyond traditional targets, raising concerns over service outages and cybersecurity risks as regional instability spreads.
 

The reported evacuation of Imam Ali Hospital adds to growing concerns about damage to civilian and medical infrastructure in the ongoing conflict.

Past incidents have seen hospitals across Iran impacted or forced to suspend operations amid nearby or direct strikes, intensifying warnings from humanitarian groups about the risks to civilians and healthcare systems.
 

Iranian state media says Imam Ali Hospital in Andimeshk has been evacuated and is no longer operational following reported strike damage.

Initial reports claim the facility was hit in attacks attributed to the United States and Israel, though there is no independent confirmation yet. Earlier reports have also indicated damage to hospitals in Iran’s Khuzestan province, with visuals showing structural impact inside medical facilities.

The Israeli military said it has identified missiles launched from Iran toward the country, signalling continued escalation despite diplomatic signals elsewhere.

The development underscores the fragile security situation, with active hostilities persisting even as global powers explore possible переговоры to de-escalate the conflict.

In a bid to ease supply shortages, the United States has temporarily relaxed sanctions on Russian and Iranian oil already at sea.

Meanwhile, the International Energy Agency is consulting governments on potential strategic reserve releases. The coordinated response reflects growing concern over inflation and prolonged disruption to global energy flows.
 

Fresh strikes have hit Iran’s energy network, with reports of damage to a gas company office and pipeline infrastructure in Isfahan and Khorramshahr.

The attacks mark a continued escalation targeting critical energy assets, adding to concerns over supply stability and raising fears of broader economic fallout across global markets.
 

Energy analysts warn that oil prices could surge dramatically if the Strait of Hormuz remains effectively shut in the coming weeks.

Estimates suggest Brent may stabilise between $85 and $110 in the near term, but could spike to $150 per barrel if disruptions persist into late April, underscoring the global economic risks tied to the conflict.

Tehran has dismissed US claims of ongoing talks as an attempt to influence financial markets, while Iran’s Revolutionary Guards said they had carried out attacks on American targets.

Officials described Trump’s statements as “worn-out psychological operations,” highlighting deep mistrust between both sides and casting doubt on prospects for immediate diplomatic resolution.
 

Despite a temporary pause in US strikes, traders remain cautious as the Strait of Hormuz continues to face severe disruption, halting a significant portion of global oil and LNG shipments.

Analysts say the brief dip in prices reflects reduced immediate risk, but underlying tensions persist. Even as two India-bound tankers passed through, markets are bracing for prolonged instability in energy supply chains.
 

Global oil prices rose sharply after Iran denied holding negotiations with the United States, contradicting claims by President Donald Trump of imminent progress toward a deal.

Brent crude climbed to $103.94 per barrel, while WTI surged to $91.62. The rebound follows a steep drop a day earlier, as markets reacted to uncertainty over diplomacy and the continued disruption in the Strait of Hormuz.