Iran Is Quickly Repairing Missile Bunkers, U.S. Intelligence Says

Reports cast doubt on how close the United States is to destroying Iran’s missile capability, a key goal in the war.

Second US combat plane targeted by Iran crashes near Strait of Hormuz: Report

Second US combat plane targeted by Iran crashes near Strait of Hormuz: Report Submitted by MEE staff on Fri, 04/03/2026 - 20:27 Iran said it targeted the A-10 Warthog, and two helicopters also came under Iranian fire, according to media reports An A10 Warthog shoots from its GAU-8/A Avenger 30mm gun (Brett Johnsen/NurPhoto/Reuters) Off Another US combat plane crashed on Friday, an A-10 Warthog, The New York Times reported , citing two anonymous US officials. Iranian state media reported that the country's air defence systems targeted an "enemy" A-10 aircraft near the Strait of Hormuz. The lone pilot of the aircraft was rescued, according to the NYT report.

US warns its citizens to leave Lebanon citing escalating security risks

The advisory follows recent military developments, including a US fighter jet being shot down over Iran and Israeli strikes on parts of Beirut.

Iran says it rejects Trump offer of 48-hour ceasefire: Report

Iran says it rejects Trump offer of 48-hour ceasefire: Report Submitted by MEE staff on Fri, 04/03/2026 - 19:37 Tehran has said it is also unwilling to meet with mediators for talks in Islamabad Iranian missiles are displayed in a park, amid the US-Israeli conflict with Iran, in Tehran, Iran, on 26 March 2026 (Majid Asgaripour/West Asia News Agency via Reuters) Off Iran said it has rejected the US proposal for a 48-hour ceasefire between both sides, the Fars News Agency said on Friday, citing an unnamed official source. It's unclear whether Israel would also have been part of that agreement. Fars' source said the US proposal was made on Wednesday through a third country that was not named.

US crew member rescued after F-15E shot down over Iran; search ongoing for second airman: Report

Washington, DC [US], April 4 (ANI): American forces have successfully retrieved a crew member from a US fighter jet that was brought down over Iran, according to a report by CNN citing three sources familiar with the situation. The rescued individual is reportedly alive and has been placed 'in US custody and receiving medical treatment,' as confirmed by two of the sources.

IRGC unleashes 'Wave 93': Massive missile, drone swarm strikes deep inside Israel in Operation True Promise 4

Tehran [Iran], April 4 (ANI): Iranian and allied forces have launched 'Wave 93' of a sustained retaliatory campaign, striking critical Israeli military staging grounds deep within the occupied territories, state broadcaster Press TV reported. The strikes are described as a direct response to recent hostilities, marking a significant escalation in the regional confrontation.

Iran claims downing of US F-35

American officials have confirmed the loss of an F-15 jet, with a rescue and retrieval operation underway, according to Axios The Iranian military has shot down a US F-35 fight jet over its territory, local media outlets, including the Tasnim news agency, have claimed. American officials confirmed the loss of an F-15 jet and claimed that one pilot has been rescued.

Iran claims downing of US F-35 (PHOTOS)

American officials have confirmed the loss of an F-15 jet, with a rescue and retrieval operation underway, according to Axios The Iranian military has shot down a US F-35 fight jet over its territory, local media outlets, including the Tasnim news agency, have claimed.

Iran targeted 'enemy' aircraft near Hormuz strait, state media says

Iran targeted 'enemy' aircraft near Hormuz strait, state media says Iran's air defence system targeted an "enemy" A-10 aircraft in southern waters near the Hormuz Strait, the nation's state media said on Friday. The New York Times reported earlier in the day that a second US Air Force combat plane had crashed in the Gulf region on Friday and its only pilot was then rescued.

President Trump Makes Contradictory Statements About Strategy for War in Iran

Since launching the war in Iran on Feb. 28, President Trump has altered his position on regime change and shifted the timeline of operations.

West Asia conflict: Five Indians injured by falling debris in Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi [UAE], April 3 (ANI): Five Indians and at least seven others sustained injuries due to falling debris of intercepted missiles and unmanned aerial vehicles in the United Arab Emirate's Abu Dhabi on Friday, Abu Dhabi's Media Office reported The debris of the intercepted vehicles fell in the Ajban area.

Two Diaries of War, From Opposing Sides of Iran’s Political Divide

One supports the regime, the other desires change. Each offers a personal account of the terrifying sights and frayed emotions of a city under attack.

Israeli attack kills two, 15 wounded in Lebanon’s Bekaa Valley

Israeli attack kills two, 15 wounded in Lebanon’s Bekaa Valley At least two people have been killed and 15 wounded in an Israeli air strike on the town of Sahmar in the Bekaa Valley in eastern Lebanon, Al Jazeera reported, citing the country's health ministry.

"With a little more time, we can open Strait of Hormuz," says Donald Trump

Washington DC [US], April 3 (ANI): US President Donald Trump on Friday referred to the Strait of Hormuz as a potential 'gusher' for the world and spoken about 'opening it for the world. ' In a post on his social media platform Truth Social, Trump wrote, 'With a little more time, we can easily OPEN THE HORMUZ STRAIT, TAKE THE OIL, & MAKE A FORTUNE. IT WOULD BE A 'GUSHER' FOR THE WORLD???

Second US Air Force plane crashed in Persian Gulf region, report says

Second US Air Force plane crashed in Persian Gulf region, report says A second US Air Force combat plane crashed in the Persian Gulf region on Friday and its only pilot was then rescued, the New York Times reported, citing two US officials.

The F-15E Strike Eagle: What to Know

For Washington and Tehran, negotiations are still part of the war

Iran and the United States may prefer an end to the war, but the gap between the minimum terms each side could accept is so wide that a deal remains unlikely for now.

Tehran rejected 48-hour ceasefire proposal from US, Iranian media, citing source, says

Tehran rejected 48-hour ceasefire proposal from US, Iranian media, citing source, says An unnamed source told Iran's semi-official Fars news agency on Friday that Tehran had rejected a US proposal for a 48-hour ceasefire. The source said the proposal was made on Wednesday through another country, which was not named. There was no immediate comment or confirmation from the US.

Italian prime minister begins visit to Saudi Arabia during Gulf tour

Italian prime minister begins visit to Saudi Arabia during Gulf tour Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni began a surprise visit to Saudi Arabia on Friday as part of a Gulf tour to boost "national energy security", a government source said, as the war on Iran rages. Meloni began her unannounced trip in the Red Sea port city of Jeddah, the source said, adding that she was the first leader of a European Union or Nato country to visit the region since the war began on 28 February. The source said the far-right premier would meet officials from Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the United Arab Emirates, though it was not immediately clear whether she would also visit those two countries.

What to Know About the F-15E Strike Eagle

WASHINGTON -- The F-15E Strike Eagle, which US officials say was shot down over Iran on April 3, is one of the US militarys most advanced dual-role fighter aircraft, designed to carry out both air-to-air combat and deep-strike missions against ground targets.