US-Israel-Iran War News Updates: Iran Arrests 46 In Starlink Sales Network, Seizes Devices

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Iranian authorities have arrested 46 linked to a Starlink sales network and seized devices from it, according to the Iranian Student's News Agency, cited by Bloomberg. Iran has banned the sale and use of Starlink in the country.

The European Union council extended its Iran sanctions regime until April 13, 2027, according to Bloomberg news. 

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent told Fox News that unsanctioned oil tankers from Russia and Iran are passing through the Strait of Hormuz and said that "more and more" ships were spotted everyday. He said that the US would retake the Strait with or without the help of its allies.

US President Donald Trump said that the US is holding talks with a "new, and more reasonable, regime" to end its war against Iran and said that country would destroy all of Iran's energy infrastructure if a deal is not "reached shortly" and if the Strait of Hormuz is not opened.

Esmail Baghaei, the spokesperson for Iran's Ministry of Foreign Affairs, rejected Pakistan's bid to mediate between it and  the US with regards to the ongoing war as per an 'X' post from the Consulate General of the I.R. Iran in Mumbai.

"Pakistan's forums are their own; we didn't participate," he stated.

"Regional calls to end war are welcome, but remember who started it!" he added.

#Iran FM Spox: No direct US talks; only excessive, unreasonable demands via intermediaries.#US "diplomacy" flips constantly; our stance is clear.

Pakistan's forums are their own; we didn't participate.

Regional calls to end war are welcome, but remember who started it!#War pic.twitter.com/o9NDkZAAqN

— Consulate General of the I.R. Iran in Mumbai (@IRANinMumbai) March 30, 2026

French authorities are investigating a suspected link to Iran after thwarting a bomb attack outside a Bank of America building in Paris on the weekend, the interior minister said Monday.

The authorities suspect there could be a link to Iran due to similarities to other recent attempted attacks in Europe which a pro-Iran group claimed credit for, French Interior Minister Laurent Nuñez said.

Authorities are making a “direct link” with Iran because the “modus operandi is in every respect similar to actions that have been carried out in the Netherlands and in Belgium,” Nuñez said on French radio RTL on Monday morning.

(Source: AP)

A fire broke out on Monday at an oil refinery in the northern Israeli city of Haifa for the second time during the monthlong war with Iran, according to footage from the scene.

Video showed flames on a large refinery tank with thick black smoke that was quickly extinguished by Israel's fire and rescue services. It wasn't clear if it was a missile strike or debris that caused the blaze.

Israel only has two refineries and the attack comes as Israel has launched attacks targeting Iran's South Pars natural gas field and as other petrochemical sites have been hit in the Islamic Republic during the war.

Civil defense teams put out a fire in a commercial building in Al-Deir, Bahrain. No one was hurt. They're now investigating what caused the fire.

IRGC Statement on the Occasion of the Martyrdom of Captain Tangsiri: Every IRGC Navy fighter is a Tangsiri, and we will see what wonders they will achieve

We pledge with the entire Iranian nation, who these days and nights are creating the greatest epics in history, that we will not rest until the complete destruction of the enemy and the liberation of Jerusalem
 

The Indian Embassy in Kuwait has expressed its deepest condolences to the family of the Indian national who lost his life in an attack on a desalination facility in Kuwait. 

Ambassador Paramita Tripathi visited the Central Mortuary of Kuwait today where the mortal remains of the Indian national who lost his life last evening during the attack on a desalination facility, were brought. Ambassador met Brig. Abdulrahim Al-Awadhi, General Manager of the General Department of Criminal Evidence, to convey appreciation for prompt and sensitive support on the matter.

The Embassy said that they are in touch with the family of the deceased Indian national and is coordinating with Kuwaiti authorities for expeditious transportation of mortal remains.

Ambassador @ParamitaTrpathi visited the Central Mortuary of Kuwait today where the mortal remains of the Indian national who lost his life last evening during the attack on a desalination facility, were brought.

Ambassador met Brig. Abdulrahim Al-Awadhi, General Manager of the… pic.twitter.com/Mj4ZYApAi4

— India in Kuwait (@indembkwt) March 30, 2026

Iran has confirmed the death of Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Navy Commander Alireza Tangsiri, who was killed in an Israeli airstrike. Tangsiri, who had been in command of the IRGC Navy since 2018, was a key figure in Iran's naval operations and was responsible for the country's control over the Strait of Hormuz.

Israel's Defence Minister Israel Katz claimed responsibility for the attack, stating it was a "precise and lethal operation," Al Jazeera reported.

The UN nuclear watchdog said Sunday that satellite imagery confirmed severe damage to the Khondab heavy water production plant near Arak

The International Atomic Energy Agency added that the installation has no declared nuclear material. Iran's Atomic Energy Organisation reported on Friday that the facility was hit and Israel claimed responsibility for the strike.

Since the war began a month ago, several strikes targeted nuclear sites across Iran.

The State of Qatar condemns, in the strongest terms, the heinous Iranian aggressions that targeted a camp, a power station, and a water desalination plant in the sisterly State of Kuwait, resulting in injuries among members of the armed forces, and considers them a flagrant violation of its sovereignty and the principles of international law.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs emphasises the necessity of stopping the unjustified Iranian aggressions against sisterly states, and in this context, affirms the State of Qatar's full solidarity with the State of Kuwait and its support for all measures it takes to preserve its sovereignty and security. The Ministry also expresses the State of Qatar's wishes for a speedy recovery for the injured, asking Almighty God to preserve Kuwait and its people from all harm.

In Kosovo, economic experts warned that the government should urgently respond in case of a further price increase, to prevent greater damage to the economy. “There is not one sector that is not affected by the price increase," economist Safet Gerxhaliu said.
 

(Source: AP)

US President Donald Trump plans ground operations to extract 400 kg of Iran's uranium

US President Donald Trump plans ground operations to extract 400 kg of Iran's uranium

NDTV's @VishalV054 joins @ParmeshwarBawa with details pic.twitter.com/RRrOb92X3B

— NDTV (@ndtv) March 30, 2026

Iran's Foreign Minister has expressed gratitude to Armenia for their support during difficult times, particularly in relocating Iranians and providing humanitarian assistance. He highlighted the strong, centuries-old ties between Iran and Armenia, stating these brotherly steps will be remembered by the Iranian people.

Seyed Abbas Araghchi, Foreign Minister, Islamic Republic of Iran, wrote, "The Government and people of the Republic of Armenia deserve great appreciation for their support to the people of Iran in matters of the relocation of Iranians and humanitarian assistance. The centuries-old ties between Iran and Armenia have once again demonstrated their strength in difficult times, and these brotherly steps will remain in the memory of the people of Iran."

ՀՀ կառավարության և ժողովրդի աջակցությունը Իրանի ժողովրդին` իրանցիների տեղափոխման և մարդասիրական օգնության հարցերում, մեծ գնահատանքի է արժանի։ Իրանի և Հայաստանի դարավոր կապը դժվար պահին կրկին ցույց տվեց իր ամրությունը, և եղբայրական այս քայլերը կմնան Իրանի ժողովրդի հիշողության մեջ։

— Seyed Abbas Araghchi (@araghchi) March 29, 2026

Alarm sirens have been activated in Bahrain amid escalating regional tensions and reported missile threats. The Bahrain Interior Ministry has urged citizens and residents to remain calm and head to the nearest safe place

تم إطلاق صافرة الإنذار ،نرجو من المواطنين والمقيمين الهدوء والتوجه لأقرب مكان آمن ومتابعة الأخبار عبر القنوات الرسمية.

— Ministry of Interior (@moi_bahrain) March 30, 2026

The Embassy of India in Kuwait expressed condolences at the demise of an Indian national due to an attack on a desalination facility in Kuwait yesterday. The Embassy said that it is closely coordinating with the Kuwaiti authorities to render all possible support and assistance.

An Indian national has been killed in Kuwait in Iranian strikes on a power and water desalination plant, the country’s state-run KUNA news agency reported on Monday. Kuwait’s Ministry of Electricity, Water and Renewable Energy said a service building at one of its power and water distillation plants was damaged during the attack, according to the report. Officials described it as a 'brutal attack'. The plant where the attack occurred wasn’t identified.

The arrival of 2,500 Marines and another 2,500 sailors is keeping the number of American troops in the region at roughly 10,000 more than usual, reports The Wall Street Journal. The number of troops no longer includes the 4,500 aboard the aircraft carrier U.S.S. Gerald Ford, however. That ship has been hobbled by constant mishaps, including a fire that broke out in the laundry. The Ford withdrew from the region on March 23 and sailed to Crete.

An industrial facility was struck by an Iranian missile, an exclusive ground report of NDTV said. Authorities warn of potential hazardous chemical exposure, with emergency teams on-site battling the blaze and securing the area. The strike occurred close to Dimona, a significant region near Israel's nuclear facility, heightening concerns over environmental and security risks. Civilians and workers were seen rushing into bunkers as air defence systems intercepted incoming threats amid continuous sirens and missile alerts.

Alert at 9: 15 a.m: The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) has identified missiles launched from Iran towards Israel.

Reporter: Are you considering boots on the ground and would you do it without asking Congress?

Trump: "I just have lots of alternates!" "We have tremendous numbers of ships over there. We don't need them all because of, you know, the power." "Just like we're ahead of schedule on the White House ballroom, we're ahead of schedule with Iran! "We're weeks ahead of schedule!"

Trump on reports that US allowed a Russian oil tanker go to Cuba: "We don't mind having somebody get a boat load because they need to survive... I'd prefer letting it in, whether it's Russia or anybody else, because the people need heat and cooling."

US President Donald Trump says a significant military operation has taken place in Iran, with multiple targets destroyed. In a post on his social media channel Truth Social, Trump wrote, "Big day in Iran. Many long sought after targets have been taken out and destroyed by our GREAT MILITARY, the finest and most lethal in the World. God bless you all! President DJT." [sic]

A petrochemical facility was struck in Iran's northern region early morning. Iranian media reported early Monday that one of the facilities of Tabriz Petrochemical was struck in a northern province of the country. They said no hazardous materials had been released. The company takes oil or natural gas and processes them into chemical products used to make everyday materials like plastics and chemicals.

Australia has halved its taxes on gasoline and diesel and removed a tax on heavy vehicles to counter the economic impacts of soaring fuel prices. The government announced on Monday it expects the tax reductions will cost federal coffers 2.55 billion Australian dollars ($1.74 billion) over three months.

Taxes on gasoline and diesel will be halved to 26.3 Australian cents a liter (68.2 cents a gallon) from Wednesday. The heavy vehicle road user charge of 32.4 Australian cents per liter of diesel (84.1 cents a gallon) that truck and bus operators pay to compensate for the added damage they cause roads will be removed.

Tasmania state introduced free public transport on Monday to reduce private vehicle use and Victoria state will remove public transport fees from Wednesday.

(Source: AP)

A security alert at Florida 's Palm Beach International Airport  prompted the launch of F-16 fighter jets and the deployment of flares after a civilian aircraft violated temporary flight restrictions near US President Donald Trump's Air Force One, The New York Post reported.

According to the New York Post, authorities imposed a ground stop at the airport while North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) aircraft intercepted the general aviation plane.

Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty said the meetings in Pakistan are aimed at opening a 'direct dialogue' between the US and Iran, which have largely communicated through mediators. The war began with US and Israeli strikes during indirect talks. Pakistan said the foreign ministers met Sunday without US or Israeli participation.

An adviser to the United Arab Emirates, Anwar Gargash, called for any settlement to the war to include 'clear guarantees' that Iranian attacks on neighbours will not be repeated. He said Iran's government has become 'the main threat' to Persian Gulf security, and called for compensation for attacks on civilian infrastructure.
 

Pakistan announced that it will soon host talks between the US and Iran, though there was no immediate word from Washington or Tehran, and it was unclear whether discussions on the month-long war would be direct or indirect. "Pakistan is very happy that both Iran and the US have expressed their confidence in Pakistan to facilitate the talks. Pakistan will be honoured to host and facilitate meaningful talks between the two sides in the coming days,” Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar said after top diplomats from Turkey, Egypt and Saudi Arabia met in Islamabad.

Pakistan later said the diplomats had departed for their home countries. The talks were originally scheduled to continue on Monday.

Pakistan's foreign ministry did not answer questions, and Iran's mission to the United Nations declined to comment.
 

Iran's Parliament Speaker, Mohammad-Bagher Ghalibaf advised traders to be cautious of pre-market announcements, suggesting they're often a setup for profit-taking. In a post on X, he wrote, "Heads-up: Pre-market so-called 'news' or 'Truth' is often just a setup for profit-taking. Basically, it’s a reverse indicator. Do the opposite: If they pump it, short it. If they dump it, go long. See something tomorrow? You know the drill." [sic]

Donald Trump has told the Financial Times that he could "take the oil in Iran," including the possible seizure of Kharg Island, the country’s main oil-export terminal. “To be honest with you, my favourite thing is to take the oil in Iran,” Trump said, adding that he had faced criticism at home for the idea.

He suggested Kharg Island could be a target, saying the US had “a lot of options” and that occupying the island would likely require a sustained presence. Asked about Iran’s defences there, Trump said he did not believe the island was well protected and claimed it could be taken "very easily."

His remarks come as an additional 3,500 US troops arrive in the Middle East, amid rising concerns that further escalation could put American forces at risk of Iranian attacks.
 

An Iranian strike on a power station in Kuwait has killed one Indian worker and damaged a building at the site, the Gulf state's electricity ministry said.

Iran’s newly appointed supreme leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, has thanked the people of Iraq for their support during the war against the United States and Israel, according to Iranian media reports. Khamenei, the son of former supreme leader Ali Khamenei who was killed in an airstrike at the outbreak of the war on February 28, has not yet appeared in public since his appointment and has issued only a limited number of written statements.

In his latest message, Khamenei "expressed his appreciation to the supreme religious authority in Iraq and the Iraqi people for their clear stance against the aggression against Iran and for their support of our country," the ISNA news agency reported. The statement referred to Grand Ayatollah Ali Sistani, the Iraq-based cleric who is one of the most influential figures in Shia Islam.

Donald Trump said Iran's new Supreme Leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei "may be alive but he's obviously, very seriously in trouble. He's seriously wounded."

US President Donald Trump said that Iran had agreed to allow 20 ships carrying oil through the Strait of Hormuz starting Monday morning and continuing over the next few days "out of a sign of respect." "I would only say that we're doing extremely well in that negotiation but you never know with Iran because we negotiate with them and then we always have to blow them up," Trump told reporters Sunday night board Air Force One as he flew to Washington.

Trump was asked if Iran had responded to the 15-point ceasefire plan the US has proposed and he said, they did and added, "They gave us most of the points. Why wouldn't they?" But Trump didn't offer details when asked about Iran, by his telling, appearing to make major concessions. "They're agreeing with us on the plan," Trump said.