Iran and Oman have held a high-level meeting aimed at maintaining normal maritime traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most critical oil transport routes, according to Al Jazeera. The meeting, reported by the Oman News Agency, brought together the deputy foreign ministers of both countries to discuss ways to ensure safe and uninterrupted passage through the strait.

Technical experts from Iran and Oman presented several proposals and plans to preserve stability in the area. The Strait of Hormuz is vital for global energy supplies, and recent tensions have raised concerns about its security. Following a joint U.S.-Israel attack on Iran, Tehran had temporarily declared the route closed to shipping.

Iran later announced that the strait would remain safe for all nations except the United States, Israel, and their allies, signaling a partial reopening of the crucial maritime corridor.

Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has claimed responsibility for attacks on petrochemical facilities in Bahrain and Kuwait. According to a statement carried by Iranian media, the strikes were carried out in response to earlier attacks on Iran’s energy infrastructure and a bridge in Karaj, west of Tehran. The IRGC described the action as retaliation against assaults allegedly conducted by the United States and Israel.

The statement further warned that if civilian facilities in Iran are targeted again, the IRGC will launch a second wave of attacks that would be stronger and more extensive. The situation has become more tense as U.S. President Donald Trump has reportedly set a 48-hour deadline, warning that if Iran does not reopen the Strait of Hormuz, American forces could target energy and desalination infrastructure.

The developments mark a sharp escalation in regional tensions, with both sides signaling readiness for further confrontation if demands are not met.

U.S. President Donald Trump has warned that Iran will face severe consequences if it continues to block the Strait of Hormuz. In a post on his social media platform Truth Social, Trump declared that Tuesday would be 'Power Plant Day' and 'Bridge Day' in Iran, implying possible military action if the strait is not reopened promptly. He stated that failure to comply would lead to harsh military measures and make conditions in Iran 'like hell.'

Analysts cited in the report said Trump’s remarks have further escalated tensions in the Middle East. Earlier, Trump had issued a 48-hour ultimatum demanding that Iran reopen the strait, warning that otherwise 'hell will descend' on the country. Iran rejected the ultimatum, calling it a sign of weakness and confusion.

Iranian military officials responded strongly, with General Ali Abdullahi Ali Abadi describing Trump’s threats as desperate and irrational, while spokesman Ebrahim Zulfakari warned that any escalation would turn the entire region into a 'hell' for the United States and its allies.

World Health Organization (WHO) Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus has expressed deep concern over the safety of Iran’s nuclear facilities following a reported US-Israeli strike. In a message posted on social media platform X, Tedros warned that such attacks pose a serious risk of nuclear accidents with potentially devastating health consequences lasting for generations. He added that as the conflict escalates, so do the associated risks and threats.

According to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), a projectile struck near the Bushehr nuclear power plant, killing one worker after debris fell on the site. Bushehr is Iran’s only operational nuclear power plant and is located in a city of about 250,000 people, considered one of the country’s key industrial and military centers.

The incident has heightened international concern about the potential for further escalation and the safety of nuclear infrastructure in conflict zones.

A clash reportedly broke out between US and Iranian forces during a search and rescue mission in Iran to recover the second crew member of a US F-15 fighter jet that had been shot down. The injured crew member was rescued, according to Donald Trump, who said the injuries occurred when the aircraft was downed, not during the gunfire. The incident took place as multiple US warplanes participated in the operation.

Trump stated that no US personnel were killed or injured in the clashes. However, Iranian sources claimed that a US drone was shot down during the search effort. Video footage from the previous Friday appeared to show several individuals firing at a US Black Hawk helicopter.

The confrontation adds to ongoing tensions between the United States and Iran, which have recently been marked by mutual accusations and military incidents, according to the report.

Israel is reportedly preparing to strike Iran’s energy installations but is waiting for a green light from the United States before taking action. According to a Reuters report citing a senior Israeli defense official, the attack could occur within a week, raising fears of escalating regional tensions.

Meanwhile, U.S. President Donald Trump has warned Iran that it has 48 hours to reach an agreement to reopen the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz or face severe consequences. On his Truth Social account, Trump reminded that he had earlier given Iran a ten-day ultimatum to reach a deal or reopen the strait. He said time was running out and that strong measures could follow within 48 hours.

Trump had previously threatened to order strikes on Iran’s power plants, particularly its largest facility, if the strait was not reopened. Although he later said constructive talks were underway and temporarily suspended possible attacks, the extended deadline is set to expire on Monday night. Iran’s military command has dismissed Trump’s warnings as desperate and unbalanced.

Israel has claimed responsibility for killing 90 Hezbollah members in a series of attacks in southern Lebanon. According to the Israeli military, the deaths occurred after renewed clashes between Israel and Hezbollah. The military also reported killing two additional Hezbollah fighters within the past 24 hours and said its air force destroyed several of the group’s facilities during overnight raids.

The escalation follows a rocket attack launched by Hezbollah in early March in support of Tehran after the death of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Since then, Israel has intensified its operations across Lebanon, including in the capital Beirut, expanding its military presence and airstrikes.

The latest Israeli offensive has displaced about 1.2 million people from their homes in Lebanon, according to the report. The situation marks a significant deterioration in regional stability as both sides continue to exchange attacks.

Lebanese armed group Hezbollah announced that it launched a missile attack on an Israeli military ship located 68 nautical miles off the Lebanese coast. The group stated that the strike targeted a warship that was allegedly preparing for aggression against Lebanese territory. According to Hezbollah’s statement, the attack followed several hours of surveillance and involved the use of a naval cruise missile.

Hezbollah claimed that the missile directly hit its intended target. The group’s announcement was reported by Al Jazeera and shared through local media. The incident adds to ongoing hostilities between Israel and Hezbollah, which have seen repeated exchanges of fire and mutual accusations of aggression along the border region.

No immediate details were provided on the extent of the damage or any casualties resulting from the strike, and Israeli official responses were not included in the report.

Russian authorities reported that a Ukrainian drone strike damaged an oil pipeline near the Baltic port of Primorsk on April 5, 2026. According to Leningrad region governor Alexander Drozdenko, Russia’s air defense systems shot down 19 drones in the region. Debris from one of the drones struck part of the pipeline, which was later safely burned off. No casualties were reported in the incident.

The attack comes amid an increase in Ukrainian strikes targeting Russian infrastructure in recent months. Primorsk, located between the Finnish border and the major city of Saint Petersburg, was also attacked in March, when a fire broke out at an oil depot.

Authorities did not provide further details about the extent of the damage or potential disruptions to oil operations in the area.

Iran launched an attack targeting Abu Dhabi’s Borouge petrochemical plant, according to local authorities on April 5, 2026. Officials reported that debris from a missile or drone, intercepted by the Emirati air defense system, fell onto the facility and caused a fire. Firefighting teams and multiple agencies are working to bring the blaze under control.

The Abu Dhabi Media Office stated that operations at the plant have been immediately suspended until damage assessments are completed. No casualties have been reported so far. Gulf News added that several fires broke out at the site as a result of falling debris after the successful interception of aerial threats.

Earlier that morning, the UAE’s National Emergency Crisis and Disaster Management Authority confirmed that its air defense system had countered a missile threat originating from Iran. Authorities urged residents to remain in safe locations and follow official channels for real-time updates.

Israel has continued its airstrikes on Gaza amid ongoing conflict with Iran, killing three people in the latest attacks. According to the Palestinian news agency Wafa, one person was killed and several others injured when Israeli forces targeted a civilian vehicle at the entrance of the Maghazi refugee camp. The injured were taken to Al-Aqsa Martyrs Hospital in Deir al-Balah. In a separate strike east of Gaza City, two more people were reported killed.

Wafa reported that since the end of the previous ceasefire last year, Israeli attacks have killed 709 people and injured at least 1,928 others. The agency added that since October 2023, the total number of Palestinians killed has risen to 72,291, most of them women and children.

The report comes as Israel reportedly prepares for possible strikes on Iranian energy facilities while awaiting signals from the United States, and as tensions escalate with Hezbollah following claims of killing 90 of its members in Lebanon.

Iran has executed two men accused of working for the United States and Israel. According to the country’s judiciary, the executions were carried out after the Supreme Court upheld the final verdict. The men, identified as Mohammad-Amin Biglari and Shahin Vahedparast, were alleged to have been involved with foreign powers during anti-government protests earlier this year.

A statement published on the judiciary’s website, Mizan Online, confirmed the executions and noted that the two were linked to demonstrations that intensified in January. The judiciary described their actions as collaboration with foreign entities during a period of unrest.

The report, citing Gulf News, did not provide further details about the nature of their alleged activities or the judicial process beyond the Supreme Court’s review and confirmation of the death sentences.

At least 20 people, including children, were killed and several others injured in Israeli airstrikes across southern Lebanon, according to the country’s National News Agency. The attacks targeted multiple areas including Habboush, Kfou, Marakeh, Ain Bal, and Tyre district. In Habboush and Kfou, two people were killed and five injured, while drone strikes near Kadmus Road north of Tyre killed two more. Additional strikes in Marakeh killed five, including two women, and other attacks in Ain Bal, Yater, and Kana caused further casualties.

Lebanese authorities reported that since the start of Israeli aggression on March 2, a total of 1,422 people have been killed and 4,294 injured, with over one million displaced. The report cited TRT World as its source. The latest wave of attacks also left several paramedics and women among the injured, with some in critical condition.

The ongoing escalation has intensified humanitarian concerns in southern Lebanon, where repeated strikes have caused widespread displacement and civilian casualties.

A study by Tel Aviv University has found that emigration among Israelis has risen sharply in recent years. Between 2023 and 2024, around 100,000 Israelis left the country, which has a total population of about 10 million. The report attributes this increase to insecurity caused by the Gaza conflict and internal instability, as well as the rising cost of living that has pushed some to seek work abroad. Many skilled professionals are reportedly unwilling to endure the ongoing war conditions.

Researchers warned that any additional economic shock—whether political, economic, or security-related—could trigger a sudden surge in emigration, posing a serious risk to Israel’s stability. The situation has been further aggravated by Iran’s retaliatory attacks, which have exposed Israel’s declining ability to intercept missiles and drones, leading to greater damage.

The findings highlight growing concerns about Israel’s long-term resilience as it faces simultaneous security and economic pressures.

The United States has rescued a missing crew member of an F-15 fighter jet that was downed in Iran. The operation, conducted overnight under heavy fire, involved hundreds of US special forces personnel and several heavily armed aircraft. According to a report by Al Jazeera, the mission successfully extracted the missing officer from Iranian territory and moved him to safety outside the country. US President Donald Trump confirmed that the rescued officer, a colonel, is now safe and in good health.

The pilot had been missing for two days, while another crew member had been rescued earlier. US forces reportedly monitored the colonel’s location for 24 hours before launching the mission. Trump stated that no American soldiers were killed or injured during the operation, which he described as carefully planned and executed with advanced weaponry.

Iran has not issued any official comment on the incident. However, reports from the city of Dehdasht indicated clashes and airstrikes during the night, with at least four people killed and the death toll possibly higher in later updates.