Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has urged employees of United States and Israel-supported industrial firms to vacate their workplaces immediately. According to Tasnim News Agency, the warning followed attacks on heavy water production centers and yellowcake (uranium raw material) facilities. The IRGC stated that its fighters are currently conducting counterattacks on industrial sites with US involvement and those closely tied to Israel.

The organization further cautioned that workers at the affected facilities should leave the area without delay. It also instructed civilians living within a one-kilometer radius of the targeted sites to move to safer locations. The alert comes amid reports of repeated attacks on Iran’s nuclear and industrial infrastructure, including incidents at the Bushehr nuclear plant and missile strikes that caused fires in industrial zones in the United Arab Emirates.

The IRGC’s warning signals heightened regional tensions and potential escalation involving industrial and nuclear-related sites across the Middle East.

Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Aerospace Commander, Seyyed Majid Mousavi, has issued a stern warning as the joint US-Israel attacks on Iran entered their 28th day. He declared that following recent strikes on Iranian production facilities, Tehran would no longer adhere to its previous 'eye for an eye' policy. Mousavi urged employees of industries linked to the United States and Israel to leave their workplaces immediately to avoid danger.

In a message posted on social media platform X, Mousavi stated that Iran’s response would go beyond proportional retaliation, emphasizing that the world had witnessed who initiated the attacks on Iranian infrastructure. He accused the US and Israel of playing with fire and warned that the coming response would alter the existing equation.

The warning follows a series of incidents, including multiple attacks on Iran’s Bushehr nuclear facility and missile strikes that caused fires in industrial zones in the United Arab Emirates, according to the same report.

Pakistan has emerged as a mediator between the United States and Iran to end a month-long war, according to officials familiar with the diplomatic discussions. Islamabad has conveyed Washington’s 15-point peace plan to Tehran and proposed formal talks. Reports indicate that Pakistan’s army chief Asim Munir spoke with US President Donald Trump, suggesting Islamabad as a potential venue, while Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif held talks with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian. Negotiations involving senior US and Iranian representatives could begin within the week.

The development has unsettled India, where relations with the US have recently strained. Opposition leader Rahul Gandhi criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s foreign policy as a “global joke,” while Congress leader Jairam Ramesh said Pakistan’s diplomatic outreach had outperformed India’s. Analysts noted that Pakistan’s border with Iran, its military experience with the US, and ties with Saudi Arabia and China positioned it for this role. Former Indian diplomat T.C.A. Raghavan acknowledged that US-Pakistan relations had strengthened over the past year and that successful mediation could further consolidate them.

Modi later stated that he and Trump agreed to maintain contact to ensure stability in the Middle East and keep the Strait of Hormuz open, vital for Asian economies.

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated that the ongoing joint US-Israel war in Iran could conclude within weeks rather than months. Speaking to reporters after the G7 meeting in France, Rubio said the United States expects to achieve its objectives without deploying ground forces. He emphasized that maintaining uninterrupted shipping through the Strait of Hormuz would remain an immediate challenge even after the war ends, requiring international cooperation.

Rubio warned that any Iranian attempt to obstruct maritime traffic through the Strait would be illegal, unacceptable, and globally risky. He urged the international community to plan ahead for such scenarios. According to Iranian media, Iran’s parliament has already begun drafting legislation to impose tolls on ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz.

Washington is still awaiting further clarification on which parties it will engage with regarding Iran-related discussions, indicating ongoing diplomatic uncertainty around the conflict’s resolution.

Iran has effectively blocked the Strait of Hormuz in response to the United States-Israel war, triggering one of the worst global energy crises in decades. Nearly 2,000 vessels are stranded near the narrow passage, which handles about 20 percent of the world’s oil and gas shipments. Iranian media reported that parliament is preparing legislation to collect tolls from ships transiting the strait, while the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has already implemented a 'toll booth' system requiring vessels to undergo vetting and pay fees for safe passage.

According to reports, some ships have paid up to $2 million to transit, and a few transactions were made in Chinese yuan. Iran insists that collecting such fees is justified to ensure maritime security, while critics, including the Abu Dhabi National Oil Company’s CEO, have condemned the move as 'economic terrorism.' Legal experts note that under the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea, all ships enjoy the right of transit passage, but Iran has not ratified the treaty.

The blockade has driven oil prices above $100 per barrel, forcing Asian countries to ration fuel and cut industrial output. Iran has allowed limited passage for vessels from friendly nations, including China, India, and Malaysia, while maintaining restrictions on U.S. and allied ships.

Israeli forces prevented Palestinians from performing Friday prayers on Salah al-Din Street in occupied Jerusalem, according to a report by Wafa News Agency. Local sources said the forces entered the area and gave several dozen worshippers and an imam only three minutes to leave their prayer spots before forcibly dispersing them.

The incident occurred amid the continued closure of the Al-Aqsa Mosque, which has remained shut for the past 28 days. The closure has affected worshippers who typically gather there for prayers, leading some to attempt to pray in nearby streets such as Salah al-Din.

The report did not specify whether any arrests or injuries occurred during the dispersal, and no official comment from Israeli authorities was mentioned.

Iran has claimed to have destroyed 17 United States military bases located in West Asia. Brigadier General Abolfazl Shekarchi, senior spokesperson for Iran’s armed forces, disclosed the information to Mehr News on Friday. He stated that following the 12-day Israel-Iran conflict that began on June 13, 2025, Iran adopted a more aggressive approach within its defensive policy.

Shekarchi emphasized that Iran has not attacked any country in the past 47 years and will not do so in the future unless attacked first. He said Iran would continue its defense strategy until all threats are removed and criticized the United States for maintaining a long-term military presence in regional countries. He also issued a warning regarding the Strait of Hormuz, saying the situation would not remain the same and that even after the war, Iran’s conditions must be respected.

The Iranian official urged Muslim countries in the region not to host US forces and reaffirmed Iran’s commitment to strengthening its military capabilities to safeguard national sovereignty.

German Foreign Minister Johann Vadipul has alleged that Russia is helping Iran identify potential attack targets. Speaking at a G7 meeting in France on March 27, 2026, Vadipul claimed that Russian President Vladimir Putin is attempting to divert global attention from the war in Ukraine by exploiting the conflict in the Middle East.

Vadipul told reporters that he discussed Germany’s position with U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio during the meeting. He added that Germany is willing to play a role in the Strait of Hormuz once the current tensions subside. According to Vadipul, Russia is clearly providing Iran with information on possible targets, linking the conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East.

The remarks, reported by Al Jazeera, highlight Germany’s concern that Moscow’s actions could deepen instability across regions while undermining international focus on the war in Ukraine.

UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Türk has called for a prompt and transparent investigation into a bombing at a girls’ school in Minab, southern Iran. The attack killed 168 people, including 110 children, according to local authorities. Türk made the appeal during a UN Human Rights Council discussion on protecting children in conflict situations.

Reports from U.S. media indicated that American military investigators suspect U.S. forces may have unintentionally struck the school, though no final conclusion has been reached. Türk emphasized that those responsible for the attack must face a thorough, impartial, and accountable investigation to uncover the truth.

The call underscores growing international concern over civilian casualties in conflict zones and the need for accountability in incidents involving potential military error.

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi held talks with Pakistan’s Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar, focusing on Pakistan’s mediation efforts between Iran and the United States. The meeting took place in Islamabad, where China expressed support for Pakistan’s diplomatic initiative and praised its role in promoting dialogue. The discussions centered on efforts to ease tensions and encourage negotiations amid ongoing conflict.

According to the report, Pakistan had earlier conveyed a 15-point proposal from the United States to Iran aimed at ending the current war, but Iran rejected the proposal and presented its own demands. Following the meeting, Ishaq Dar stated on social media that both sides reaffirmed the need to restore peace and stability across the Middle East and the wider region. They agreed to continue supporting efforts to de-escalate tensions, resume peace talks, protect civilians, ensure maritime safety, and uphold the UN Charter.

The talks highlight China’s backing of Pakistan’s diplomatic outreach and both countries’ shared interest in regional stability and multilateral cooperation.

French Armed Forces Minister Catherine Vautrin stated that France’s position in the ongoing conflict involving the United States, Israel, and Iran is entirely defensive. In an interview with C-News, she emphasized that France’s strategy in the Middle East is centered on diplomatic efforts aimed at preventing further escalation in the region.

Vautrin highlighted that France’s primary goal is to pursue diplomatic initiatives as the only way to ensure peace, particularly in response to the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. She noted that many countries are concerned about the situation and that finding a resolution is of utmost importance.

The minister’s remarks come amid heightened tensions in the Middle East, including reports of deadly attacks in Iran’s Qom city and continued threats of intensified military action by Israel.

Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz has threatened to intensify military attacks on Iran, accusing Tehran of launching missile strikes against Israeli civilians. According to a report by the Times of Israel, Katz told military officials that upcoming operations would be broader and target sites linked to Iran’s alleged attacks on Israeli civilians. He stated that Iran would pay a heavy price and that Israel would continue its operations with full force until all war objectives are achieved.

The report, citing Al Jazeera as a source, comes amid heightened regional tensions following recent deadly incidents, including an attack in Iran’s Qom city that killed 18 people and injuries to two Israeli soldiers in Lebanon. Katz’s remarks signal a possible escalation in the ongoing conflict between Israel and Iran, with both sides trading accusations of aggression.

The situation underscores the growing instability in the Middle East, as multiple fronts remain active and international actors express concern over the widening scope of hostilities.

Flight operations at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport in Dhaka have been severely disrupted due to the ongoing war in several Middle Eastern countries. Between February 28 and March 27, a total of 797 flights on Middle Eastern routes were cancelled, leaving thousands of passengers stranded. On Friday, March 27, airport authorities announced the cancellation of an additional 22 flights.

According to airport sources, the cancellations stem from temporary airspace closures by Iran, Iraq, Kuwait, the United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, Qatar, and Jordan. The closures have directly affected flights between Dhaka and these destinations, with daily cancellations ranging from 20 to 46 flights throughout the month.

The latest cancellations include flights operated by Kuwait Airways, Air Arabia, Gulf Air, Qatar Airways, Emirates Airlines, and Jazeera Airways. The situation continues to cause significant travel disruptions for passengers bound for the Middle East.

Two members of Israel’s military were seriously injured in southern Lebanon, according to a statement from the Israeli army. The statement said that an officer and a soldier were wounded during fighting in the area and have been hospitalized. Israeli forces are currently conducting ground operations in the region.

Israel has been carrying out attacks in Lebanon since March 2, targeting the armed group Hezbollah. The Israeli military claims the operations are directed against Hezbollah positions, while the group has continued launching drone and missile strikes toward Israel from Lebanese territory. The situation marks an escalation in the ongoing hostilities between the two sides.

The continued exchange of attacks underscores the volatility along the Israel-Lebanon border, with both sides sustaining casualties as operations persist.

Casualty figures from the ongoing conflict involving Iran, Lebanon, and several other regions continue to rise, according to data published on March 27, 2026. Iran’s Health Ministry reported at least 1,937 deaths since the war began, while Lebanese authorities confirmed more than 1,100 fatalities. In Israel, 18 people have died, and at least three Israeli soldiers were killed in Lebanon. The United States has lost at least 13 soldiers in the conflict.

In Iraq, 80 members of the security forces have been killed after Iran-backed militia groups became involved. Additionally, four people have died in the occupied West Bank, and 25 fatalities have been recorded in Gulf Arab countries. The figures were reported by Al Jazeera and summarized by the outlet Amar Desh.

The report highlights the widening human cost of the conflict across multiple countries in the Middle East, with Iran and Lebanon suffering the highest number of casualties so far.