US-Israel Iran War Live Updates

Russia’s ambassador to the UN, Vassily Nebenzia, has urged an immediate halt to the escalating violence in the Middle East, addressing the US and Israel directly to put an end to what he termed “reckless provocations”.
Speaking at a UN Security Council meeting, Nebenzia expressed concern that the heightened tensions were having a disproportionate impact on countries with close ties to Russia, as reported by Iranian state media.
He explicitly attributed the current crisis to an unjustified act of aggression perpetrated by the US and Israel against Iran’s sovereign territory.

According to Barbara Slavin, a fellow at the Stimson Center in Washington, DC, the trajectory of US-Iran relations is rapidly heading towards a more volatile confrontation, as evidenced by the increasing number of US troops being deployed to the region. Slavin observed that President Trump’s recent statements, including a vow to “bomb Iran back to the Stone Age,” are a stark contrast to his earlier enthusiasm, now replaced by a sense of satisfaction at the destruction of a significant bridge in Iran. This shift in tone, she noted, is a clear indication of the administration’s desperation to salvage a situation that has not unfolded as anticipated.

A militant organization known as Saraya Awliya al-Dam has taken credit for a daring assault on the fuel reserves at Victoria Base within the Baghdad International Airport’s perimeter.
According to a statement disseminated via Telegram, the group asserted that its operation was aimed squarely at the airport’s critical energy infrastructure, specifically the fuel tanks powering the facility’s backup generators.
Earlier, security sources informed the AFP news agency that a drone-based attack had been directed at the US diplomatic and logistical hub situated within the airport complex.

A devastating blow to Iran’s leadership has been dealt by Israeli and US strikes, leaving a power vacuum that has sparked intense speculation about who now wields authority within the country.

During a Time magazine interview, President Trump expressed his confidence in Israel’s willingness to follow his lead, describing them as a “reliable partner”. He stated that Israel will abide by his instructions, only deviating from this course if provoked, at which point they would be compelled to act.

Iran’s semiofficial Tasnim news agency reports that the number of fatalities from a recent assault in Alborz province has surged to eight, with a minimum of 95 individuals injured. According to a local official overseeing security matters in the region, the targeted strike occurred earlier today at the B1 bridge in Karaj, a significant infrastructure development nearing completion.

Conversations with locals have revealed a sense of urgency and desperation since the recent price hike was announced, with long queues forming at fuel stations.
Many individuals we spoke to expressed their inability to prepare for the sudden increase, citing the country’s history of receiving fuel supplies from the Strait of Hormuz. They are perplexed by the government’s decision to reduce subsidies, which they see as a vital lifeline.
Pakistan has reportedly been providing a subsidy of approximately $500 million over the past four weeks, but officials claim the country is facing a severe financial crisis. They argue that it is unsustainable to continue offering unlimited subsidies, and the rising fuel costs must be passed on to consumers.
According to government insiders, Pakistan’s fuel reserves are dwindling rapidly, with estimates suggesting the country has only 20 to 24 days’ worth of supplies left. Unless the government takes drastic action, the war continues, or the supply lines are secured, fuel prices are likely to continue escalating.

Following a five-day stay in Croatia, the USS Gerald R Ford has set sail, the US Navy has confirmed, though the destination of the world’s largest aircraft carrier remains undisclosed.
According to the US Navy, the carrier stands ready to undertake full-scale missions in support of national interests, wherever required. The ship has completed scheduled maintenance and replenished its supplies, enabling it to sustain operations effectively.
The USS Gerald R Ford played a pivotal role in the US-Israeli military campaign against Iran, but was forced to divert to Crete and subsequently Croatia after a laundry fire erupted on March 12.

Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) forces have reportedly intercepted and downed a hostile warplane in the vicinity of Qeshm Island, according to official Iranian media outlets.
Details of the incident remain unclear, with no information provided on the nationality of the targeted aircraft.
Following the engagement, the fighter jet reportedly plummeted into the waters of the Gulf between Hengam Island and Qeshm Island.

In a candid assessment, Tom Davis, a veteran Republican Congressman, emphasizes that sustained military spending is indispensable to the nation’s identity, given the inherent dangers of the global landscape.