One month after the joint US and Israeli assault on Iran began on February 28, 2026, the country continues to fight back despite widespread destruction and the killing of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei on the first day of the war. Tehran has launched repeated counterattacks on Israeli targets and US bases across the Middle East, while maintaining control over the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz. According to reports, thousands have been killed, including 1,937 in Iran and 1,116 in Lebanon, with tens of thousands injured.

Iran’s Red Crescent reported over 92,000 civilian structures damaged, including homes, schools, and health centers. The education ministry confirmed 250 teachers and students killed and more than 700 educational institutions damaged. Analysts, including former MI6 chief Alex Younger, said Iran holds a strategic advantage due to its dispersed military capacity and resilience. The US has suffered at least $800 million in base damages and plans to deploy 10,000 additional troops.

President Donald Trump announced a 10-day suspension of strikes on Iranian energy facilities until April 6, citing ongoing talks. However, Iran rejected US proposals as one-sided, while Germany accused Russia of aiding Iran in identifying targets.

At least ten US soldiers were injured and several aircraft damaged when Iran launched a missile and drone attack on the Prince Sultan Air Base in Saudi Arabia, according to two unnamed US officials. Among the injured, two are reported to be in critical condition. The officials said multiple US refueling planes were affected in the strike.

The attack came a day after President Donald Trump declared that Iran had been “completely destroyed,” while Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth claimed no nation’s military power had ever been neutralized so quickly and effectively. The US Central Command (CENTCOM) reported that over the past month of conflict, more than 300 American troops have been injured, most of whom have returned to duty, though 30 remain unfit for service and 10 are in serious condition.

The incident underscores the continuing volatility in the region despite earlier US claims of neutralizing Iran’s military capacity.

Iran’s Atomic Energy Organization reported that a missile struck near the Bushehr nuclear power plant, marking the third such attack by U.S. and Israeli forces in the past ten days, according to Tasnim News Agency. The organization stated that there were no casualties or technical or financial damages from the incident.

Iran condemned the attack, calling it a clear violation of international law and treaties, and warned that targeting peaceful nuclear facilities could pose a serious threat to regional security. The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) confirmed that, based on Iran’s information, the reactor remained undamaged and no radiation had leaked, with the plant operating normally.

IAEA Director General Rafael Mariano Grossi expressed deep concern, warning that continued military activity near nuclear sites could lead to a major radiological accident. He reiterated his call for maximum military restraint to prevent such risks.

Iran carried out a retaliatory attack following Israeli strikes on its nuclear and power facilities, according to reports on March 28, 2026. The assault caused widespread damage in several areas, including Tel Aviv, where one person was confirmed dead. Israel’s Broadcasting Authority reported that debris from Iranian rockets fell in at least 11 locations across the greater Tel Aviv area. Israel’s Home Front Command said emergency teams were deployed for rescue and relief operations.

Israel’s Channel 14 confirmed that one person was killed in Tel Aviv, while the Magen David Adom ambulance service stated on social media that a man around 60 years old was pronounced dead at the scene. Two others were injured in central Israel. Air raid sirens were activated across multiple regions, including the Negev Desert, Dimona, Beersheba, Arad, and Ashkelon.

The Iranian strike followed Israel’s earlier attacks on two nuclear facilities and two major steel plants in Iran, after which Tehran had vowed a “harsh response.”

On the 28th day of joint US-Israeli attacks on Iran, two power plants and a production complex in Isfahan province were heavily bombed, resulting in the deaths of at least 25 workers, according to provincial governor Mehdi Jamalzadeh, as reported by Al Jazeera. The strikes targeted facilities in Mobarakeh County, including two power plants with capacities of 914 and 250 megawatts, which were completely destroyed.

Iran’s state news agency IRNA confirmed that parts of the Mobarakeh steel production plant were also damaged. Rescue and relief teams have been deployed to clear debris and assist in recovery operations in the affected areas.

The attack marks a continuation of the ongoing US-Israeli military campaign in Iran, which has also included recent strikes on the Bushehr nuclear facility and other industrial sites, according to the same report.

Yemen’s Houthi movement has warned that it could engage in direct military intervention if specific conditions arise. Spokesperson Yahya Sari stated that their 'finger is on the trigger' for direct military involvement, according to a statement cited by Al Jazeera. He outlined five points urging the United States and Israel to respond to international diplomatic efforts to halt wars against countries within the so-called 'axis of resistance,' including Iran and Lebanon.

Sari described the ongoing aggression as unjust, oppressive, and irrational, claiming it harms global and regional stability and the economy. He called for an end to attacks on Palestine, Lebanon, Iraq, and Iran, as well as the lifting of what he termed an unjust blockade on Yemen. He also demanded a ceasefire in Gaza and the assurance of humanitarian aid.

The spokesperson further warned that any new measures tightening the blockade on Yemen would provoke a direct response, signaling heightened risks of escalation in the region.

Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has strongly condemned Israeli attacks on the country’s nuclear facilities, warning that Israel will have to pay a “heavy price” for what he called crimes. He made the remarks on Friday in a post on social media platform X, following reports of multiple Israeli strikes.

According to CNN, Israeli forces carried out attacks on several Iranian nuclear sites, including a uranium production center and a heavy-water reactor. Iran’s state broadcaster IRIB also reported strikes on two steel plants in Isfahan. Araghchi said Israel claimed to have coordinated the attacks with the United States, though he argued that the move conflicted with the timeline extended by former U.S. President Donald Trump regarding Iran. He vowed that Iran would deliver a firm response.

The attacks occurred as Trump stated that if Iran reopened the Strait of Hormuz, the U.S. might delay planned strikes on Iranian energy facilities. The strait, a vital waterway between Iran and Oman, has seen limited shipping since U.S. and Israeli military operations began on February 28.

At least 13 people, including women and children, were killed in airstrikes by the United States and Israel on residential areas of Iran’s Kermanshah province, according to a report by Iran’s Mehr News Agency cited by Al Jazeera. The report said the dead included two children, four women, and one pregnant woman. Several others were also injured in the attacks.

In a separate incident, two people were killed and two others injured in a strike on a cement factory in Firozabad city, as reported by Iran’s semi-official ISNA News Agency. The attacks occurred on the 28th day of ongoing US-Israeli operations in Iran.

Iran has accused the United States and Israel of violating the laws of war by targeting civilian buildings with drones and missiles, according to the report.

Israel’s military has confirmed conducting an airstrike on a uranium extraction facility located in Yazd, central Iran, according to a report by Al Jazeera. In a statement posted on Telegram, the Israeli army said the attack targeted key infrastructure used in the uranium enrichment process.

Uranium enrichment is considered a critical step in the development of nuclear weapons, and the issue has long been a source of tension among Iran, the United States, and Israel. The strike marks another escalation in the ongoing confrontation over Iran’s nuclear activities.

Iran’s Atomic Energy Organization stated that no radioactive material was released as a result of the attack and that there was no harmful impact on the environment.

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.