The US-Israel-Iran conflict entered a volatile new phase on March 25, with Washington pressing ahead on two tracks at once: heavier military signalling and a fresh diplomatic push. A sweeping 15-point American proposal to end the war and dismantle Iran’s nuclear programme has now been sent through intermediaries, even as the Pentagon prepares more troops for the Middle East and President Donald Trump declares that Tehran “would like to make a deal”.
But the gap between public claims and ground reality remains wide. Iran continues to deny direct negotiations, fresh projectiles and drone attacks are being reported across the region, and the Strait of Hormuz remains the central pressure point. Even so, Tehran has now said “non-hostile vessels” may pass through the route under coordination with Iranian authorities, offering one of the clearest signs yet that backchannel diplomacy is moving alongside continued military escalation.
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IRGC claims to have shot down US F-18 fighter jet, shares video
The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) on Wednesday claimed that they have shot down a US F-18 fighter jet. The IRGC has also released to a video as a proof.
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IRGC claims to have shot down US F-18 fighter jet, shares video
The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) on Wednesday claimed that they have shot down a US F-18 fighter jet. The IRGC has also released to a video as a proof.
https://twitter.com/PressTV/status/2036852295036461082
IRGC claims to have shot down US F-18 fighter jet, shares video
The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) on Wednesday claimed that they have shot down a US F-18 fighter jet. The IRGC has also released to a video as a proof.
https://twitter.com/PressTV/status/2036852295036461082
Iran rejects US peace plan, sets own its conditions to end war
Iran on Wednesday rejected the 15-point US peace proposal and released its own set of conditions to end the war. According to Iranian media, Iran has set following conditions to end the war:
- A complete halt to "aggression and assassinations" by the enemy
- The establishment of concrete mechanisms to ensure that the war is not reimposed on the Islamic Republic Guaranteed and clearly defined payment of war damages and reparations
- The conclusion of the war across all fronts and for all resistance groups involved throughout the region
- International recognition and guarantees regarding Iran's sovereign right to exercise authority over the Strait of Hormuz
Iran rejects US peace plan, sets own its conditions to end war
Iran on Wednesday rejected the 15-point US peace proposal and released its own set of conditions to end the war. According to Iranian media, Iran has set following conditions to end the war:
- A complete halt to "aggression and assassinations" by the enemy
- The establishment of concrete mechanisms to ensure that the war is not reimposed on the Islamic Republic Guaranteed and clearly defined payment of war damages and reparations
- The conclusion of the war across all fronts and for all resistance groups involved throughout the region
- International recognition and guarantees regarding Iran's sovereign right to exercise authority over the Strait of Hormuz
The Army's Coast-to-Sea Cruise Missiles Target the USS Abraham Lincoln Aircraft Carrier The Army's Public Relations Office announced the firing of coast-to-sea cruise missiles toward the USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier and the targeting of this vessel, reports Fars news agency.
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Iran says USS Abraham Lincoln under constant surveillance, will be hit as soon as it comes in missile range
Iranian Navy Commander Rear Admiral Shahram Irani on Wednesday warned that the USS Abraham Lincoln is under constant surveillance and will be targeted by the Army Navy as soon as it enters the range of Iran's missile systems.
Iran receives 15-point US plan for ceasefire
Iran has received a 15-point plan from the US for reaching a ceasefire in the ongoing war with the US and Israel, according to news agency Associated Press.
Citing two Pakistani officials, the agency said that the US proposal covers civilian nuclear co-operation, a rollback of Iran’s nuclear programme, monitoring by the International Atomic Energy Agency, missile limits, and access for shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.
Latest Iran war news: ‘No ceasefire yet’, says former diplomat amid confusion over US-Iran talks
Amid conflicting claims over negotiations, former diplomat Gurjit Singh said there is no confirmed ceasefire, only a limited US pause on targeting energy infrastructure.
He added that Israel continues strikes and Iran remains sceptical.
US-Iran war latest news: Trump-Modi call signals India’s growing role in West Asia crisis
Former diplomat Gurjit Singh said US President Donald Trump’s call to Prime Minister Narendra Modi reflects Washington’s intent to keep India closely consulted on the Iran war.
He noted India’s economic stakes and ongoing engagement with all sides, positioning New Delhi as a key player in regional stability efforts.
Iran war latest news: Israel hits 50+ targets in fresh strikes as casualties cross 5,000
Israeli authorities said more than 50 additional targets were struck in the latest wave, including ballistic missile storage and launch facilities.
The Health Ministry said over 5,000 people have been hospitalised since the conflict began, with hundreds injured in the past 24 hours alone.
Iran-Israel war latest news: Israel strikes missile, explosives sites in Tehran, Isfahan
Israel said its fighter jets targeted key Iranian naval cruise missile production sites in Tehran, along with a central explosives facility in Isfahan.
The strikes are part of a wider campaign that has seen over 3,000 targets hit across Iran since the war began, including missile launch sites and air defence systems.
Middle East war latest news: China watches Iran war closely, studies US tactics for Taiwan
China is closely analysing the US-Israel campaign against Iran, drawing military lessons that could shape its strategy towards Taiwan.
Chinese military assessments highlight lessons on firepower, supply chains and command disruption. The report signals broader geopolitical implications beyond West Asia.
US-Iran war latest news: Israel denies any talks with Iran, says military operations continue
Israel’s envoy to the United Nations said there is no knowledge of any negotiations involving Iran, asserting that operations will continue.
He added that the objective remains to dismantle Iran’s nuclear and missile capabilities, despite US claims that talks are progressing.
Iran war news latest: Iran launches 80th wave of strikes as conflict intensifies
Iran released footage of the 80th wave of Operation True Promise 4, targeting US and Israeli positions across the region with missiles and drones.
The strikes come even as Washington claims negotiations are underway.
Latest Iran war news: Iran tells UN it will continue ‘self-defence’ till US-Israel aggression ends
Iran’s deputy envoy to the United Nations said Tehran will continue its military response under Article 51, calling its actions a “legitimate right of self-defence”.
He accused the US and Israel of targeting civilians and warned that countries aiding attacks on Iran would face consequences.
Iran war news latest: Iran launches 80th wave of strikes as conflict intensifies
Iran released footage of the 80th wave of Operation True Promise 4, targeting US and Israeli positions across the region with missiles and drones.
The strikes come even as Washington claims negotiations are underway.
US Iran war latest news: Tehran rejects deal narrative, says no talks possible with US-Israel
Iran’s military leadership made it clear that it will not come to terms with the US and Israel, reiterating that peace is only possible if attacks stop.
Officials said stability in the region would be enforced “through power”, signalling no immediate diplomatic breakthrough despite US claims.
Iran war latest news: Iran mocks US talks claim, says Washington ‘negotiating with itself’
Iran’s Khatam al-Anbia Headquarters spokesperson mocked US claims of ongoing negotiations, saying the situation has reached a point where “Americans are negotiating with themselves.”
The statement dismissed US President Donald Trump’s claims of a possible deal, calling it an attempt to mask “strategic defeat” amid the ongoing Iran war.
Latest news on Iran-US war: Tehran accuses West of ‘double standards’, says international law ‘dead’
Iran’s Foreign Minister Araghchi said international law is “dead in practice”, accusing Western countries of hypocrisy over Gaza, Ukraine and Iran.
He pointed to silence over US-Israel strikes while noting rare criticism from Germany’s leadership, as tensions escalate globally.
Latest Iran war news: US, Israel grant temporary ‘immunity’ to Iran’s top leaders during talks
Reports suggest the US and Israel have granted temporary immunity to Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf during ongoing backchannel diplomacy.
The reported five-day window aligns with the pause in major strikes, though Tehran has not confirmed any negotiations.
Iran-Israel war latest news: IRGC launches fresh missile wave targeting Tel Aviv intelligence sites
Iran’s Revolutionary Guard Corps said it launched a new wave of missile and drone strikes targeting Israeli intelligence facilities in Tel Aviv, Ramat Gan, Beersheba, and the Negev.
It claimed advanced missiles and kamikaze drones breached Israel’s air defence systems, marking another escalation in the ongoing Iran-Israel war.
Iran war latest news: Araghchi vows retaliation as Tehran signals defiance despite US talks
Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said Tehran will continue its retaliatory operations until the US and Israel “regret” their actions, even as Washington claims negotiations are underway.
Speaking to China’s Wang Yi, Araghchi blamed US-Israel strikes for instability and said Iran’s actions in the Persian Gulf and Strait of Hormuz are “within international law” and aimed at protecting sovereignty.
Iran war latest news: US sends 15-point plan to end war, dismantle nuclear programme
The United States has sent Iran a sweeping 15-point proposal aimed at ending the war, halting Tehran’s nuclear programme, and reshaping its regional posture. The framework calls for dismantling key nuclear facilities, ending enrichment, and reopening the Strait of Hormuz.
The proposal includes a one-month ceasefire and a commitment from Iran to never pursue nuclear weapons. In return, Washington has offered sanctions relief and support for a monitored civilian nuclear programme.
US-Iran war latest news: Trump says Tehran ‘wants a deal’, claims oil-linked gesture
US President Donald Trump said Iran is ready to negotiate and has offered what he described as a major oil-and-gas-related “present” linked to the Strait of Hormuz.
He said the US held off a planned strike on Iranian energy infrastructure due to ongoing talks. Trump reiterated that any deal would begin with a firm red line - Iran will not be allowed to possess nuclear weapons.
Iran war news latest: Tehran allows passage for ‘non-hostile’ vessels through Hormuz
Iran said “non-hostile vessels” may pass through the Strait of Hormuz, provided they comply with Iranian security regulations and are not involved in actions against Tehran.
The move signals a partial easing of tensions around one of the world’s most critical oil routes.
Iran vs Israel war latest news: missile strikes continue as conflict spreads to Beirut
The Israeli military said a ballistic missile fired by Iran fell in Beirut after multiple launches toward Israel, highlighting the widening geographic spread of the conflict.
The incident comes as Israel continues strikes in Lebanon targeting Hezbollah-linked infrastructure.
Middle East war latest news: Drone attack hits fuel tank at Kuwait airport
Kuwait said drones targeted a fuel tank at Kuwait International Airport, triggering a fire but causing no casualties.
Authorities said emergency teams were deployed immediately.
Middle East war latest news: Drone attack hits fuel tank at Kuwait airport
Kuwait said drones targeted a fuel tank at Kuwait International Airport, triggering a fire but causing no casualties.
Authorities said emergency teams were deployed immediately.
Iran war latest news: Bushehr nuclear plant hit, IAEA warns of safety risks
The International Atomic Energy Agency said a projectile struck the premises of Iran’s Bushehr Nuclear Power Plant, though no damage to the facility or injuries were reported.
The agency urged maximum restraint, warning that continued strikes near nuclear infrastructure could pose serious global safety risks.
US-Iran war news: Pentagon readies 82nd Airborne troops for Middle East
The Pentagon is preparing to deploy thousands of troops from the 82nd Airborne Division to the Middle East, signalling possible escalation even as diplomacy continues.
Officials said no decision has been taken to send troops into Iran, but the deployment reflects Washington’s readiness to expand its military footprint.
Latest news on war in Iran: Tehran prefers JD Vance for talks over Kushner, Witkoff
Iran has reportedly conveyed it prefers engaging with US Vice President JD Vance rather than Jared Kushner or Steve Witkoff for any negotiations.
The development highlights ongoing distrust between the two sides even as backchannel diplomacy continues.
Crude oil price today: Iran war keeps oil volatile as Hormuz tensions hit markets
Global oil prices remained volatile as investors weighed escalation risks against signs of diplomacy. Brent crude crossed $100 briefly before easing.
Analysts said uncertainty around the Strait of Hormuz continues to drive price swings, with potential long-term implications for global energy markets and India’s imports.
Dow Jones, crude oil price: Markets swing as Iran war fuels uncertainty
Global markets fluctuated sharply, with oil prices rising and equities reacting to mixed signals of escalation and diplomacy.
Experts warned that sustained high crude oil prices could slow economic growth, even if tensions begin to ease.
Trump latest news: US President claims ‘war has been won’, signals negotiations
Trump said the US has already “won” the war and claimed Iran’s military capabilities have been largely destroyed.
At the same time, he maintained that negotiations are underway and expressed hope the conflict could end without further escalation.
Latest news on Iran: Ambassador denies talks with US, calls claims ‘market tactic’
Iran’s Ambassador to India said there are currently no negotiations with Washington and dismissed US claims as an attempt to influence oil and financial markets.
He added that the Strait of Hormuz remains open for non-hostile countries, including India.
Iran-Israel war latest news: Global leaders push for de-escalation and diplomacy
French President Emmanuel Macron urged Iran to end attacks and engage in negotiations, while calling for restoration of freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz.
Global leaders continue to push for de-escalation amid rising concerns over energy security and regional stability.
Latest war news today: India moves to secure energy, supply chains amid Iran conflict
India has set up seven empowered groups to manage the fallout of the Iran war, focusing on energy, supply chains, logistics and public communication.
The move reflects growing concern over disruptions to oil, gas and fertiliser imports through the Gulf region.
Latest news on Iran-US war: Experts warn Trump may be ‘buying time’ for talks
Former US National Security Advisor John Bolton said Trump’s pause in strikes may be aimed at testing Iran’s willingness to negotiate.
He cautioned that both sides remain far from a deal despite ongoing diplomatic signals.