US Iran war LIVE updates: Israeli security forces and first responders inspect the site of an Iranian strike that hit a residential neighbourhood in Petah Tikva on April 2, 2026.
US Iran war LIVE updates: US President Donald Trump on Thursday said Iran’s largest bridge had been struck and urged Tehran to reach a deal before it is “too late.” In a post on Truth Social, he shared a video showing a bridge collapsing and warned that further action could follow.
Trump said, “The biggest bridge in Iran comes tumbling down, never to be used again — Much more to follow! IT IS TIME FOR IRAN TO MAKE A DEAL BEFORE IT IS TOO LATE, AND THERE IS NOTHING LEFT OF WHAT STILL COULD BECOME A GREAT COUNTRY! President DONALD J. TRUMP”
US Army’s top officer dismissed
US Army Chief of Staff Randy George was dismissed on Thursday by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, three US defense officials said, marking the latest shake-up in the Pentagon’s top ranks, Reuters reported.
Trump, who on Wednesday threatened to bomb the Islamic republic “back to the Stone Ages”, kept up his hardline rhetoric, posting on social media that the bridge had been sent “tumbling down” and promising “much more to follow”.
The country’s two largest steel plants have also been forced offline due to repeated US and Israeli strikes, companies said.
Iran and allies exchange fire with Israel and US
Iran and its allies exchanged fire with Israel and the United States, with Washington-linked assets across the Middle East coming under attack alongside energy and civilian infrastructure. The month-long war showed little sign of easing on Friday.
Iran launched missiles at Tel Aviv overnight, triggering Israeli air defence systems and leaving four people lightly injured. Fresh explosions were also heard in Jerusalem after the military warned of incoming fire.
27 killed in Lebanon
In Lebanon, where Israel has launched a ground invasion against Iran-backed Hezbollah militants, Israeli strikes have killed 27 people in the past 24 hours, the Health Ministry said.
Increase in crude oil prices eased
Stocks recovered most of their earlier losses, though oil prices remained elevated after Trump failed to provide a clear timeline for ending the conflict in his address. US crude oil rose 8.4% to $108.82 per barrel, easing from levels above $110.
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Trump said, “The biggest bridge in Iran comes tumbling down, never to be used again — Much more to follow! IT IS TIME FOR IRAN TO MAKE A DEAL BEFORE IT IS TOO LATE, AND THERE IS NOTHING LEFT OF WHAT STILL COULD BECOME A GREAT COUNTRY! President DONALD J. TRUMP”
US Army’s top officer dismissed
US Army Chief of Staff Randy George was dismissed on Thursday by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, three US defense officials said, marking the latest shake-up in the Pentagon’s top ranks, Reuters reported.
Trump, who on Wednesday threatened to bomb the Islamic republic “back to the Stone Ages”, kept up his hardline rhetoric, posting on social media that the bridge had been sent “tumbling down” and promising “much more to follow”.
The country’s two largest steel plants have also been forced offline due to repeated US and Israeli strikes, companies said.
Iran and allies exchange fire with Israel and US
Iran and its allies exchanged fire with Israel and the United States, with Washington-linked assets across the Middle East coming under attack alongside energy and civilian infrastructure. The month-long war showed little sign of easing on Friday.
Iran launched missiles at Tel Aviv overnight, triggering Israeli air defence systems and leaving four people lightly injured. Fresh explosions were also heard in Jerusalem after the military warned of incoming fire.
27 killed in Lebanon
In Lebanon, where Israel has launched a ground invasion against Iran-backed Hezbollah militants, Israeli strikes have killed 27 people in the past 24 hours, the Health Ministry said.
Increase in crude oil prices eased
Stocks recovered most of their earlier losses, though oil prices remained elevated after Trump failed to provide a clear timeline for ending the conflict in his address. US crude oil rose 8.4% to $108.82 per barrel, easing from levels above $110.
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Apr 03, 2026 7:29:20 AM IST
US Iran war LIVE updates: Bahrain’s Interior ministry urges calms as sirens sound again
US Iran war LIVE updates: The Ministry of Interior of Bahrain has advised residents to remain calm and move to the nearest safe location after sirens were triggered for the second time within the past hour.
Apr 03, 2026 7:09:51 AM IST
US Iran war LIVE updates: Iran proposes Strait of Hormuz monitoring plan amid shipping tensions
US Iran war LIVE updates: Iran on Thursday said it is drafting a proposal with Oman to “monitor” the Strait of Hormuz, with Iranian diplomat Kazem Gharibabadi telling the state-run IRNA that the plan is aimed at ensuring safe passage and improving services for ships transiting the route, AP reported.
The move comes as Iran’s actions in the region, including attacks on shipping and reported demands of up to USD 2 million for safe passage through the narrow entrance of the Persian Gulf, have tightened pressure on one of the world’s most critical maritime corridors.
Apr 03, 2026 6:58:08 AM IST
US Iran war LIVE updates: Stocks rebound, oil stays elevated as Trump offers no clear timeline on conflict end
US Iran war LIVE updates: Stocks recovered most of their earlier losses, though oil prices remained elevated after Trump failed to provide a clear timeline for ending the conflict in his address. US crude oil rose 8.4% to $108.82 per barrel, easing from levels above $110.
Apr 03, 2026 6:46:26 AM IST
US Iran war LIVE updates: Trump claims Iran bridge hit, warns of more strikes
US Iran war LIVE updates: US President Donald Trump said, “The biggest bridge in Iran comes tumbling down, never to be used again — Much more to follow! IT IS TIME FOR IRAN TO MAKE A DEAL BEFORE IT IS TOO LATE, AND THERE IS NOTHING LEFT OF WHAT STILL COULD BECOME A GREAT COUNTRY! President DONALD J. TRUMP”.
Apr 03, 2026 6:32:08 AM IST
US Iran war LIVE updates: Top US army officer asked to step down
US Iran war LIVE updates: US Army Chief of Staff Randy George was dismissed on Thursday by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, three US defense officials told Reuters, marking the latest shake-up in the Pentagon’s top ranks.
