A joint airstrike by the United States and Israel on Wednesday evening targeted a mountainous grazing area in Larestan, located in Iran’s southern Fars province. According to reports, four people were killed and three villagers were injured in the attack. The injured individuals are receiving treatment at a local hospital.

A senior official responsible for political and security affairs in the local administration confirmed the incident, as reported by the Fars News Agency. The report did not provide further details about the identities of the victims or the specific objectives of the strike.

The attack adds to ongoing regional tensions, though the source did not specify any immediate response or broader implications following the strike.

U.S. President Donald Trump stated on social media platform Truth Social that Iran’s new president had requested a ceasefire from the United States. Trump added that Washington would only consider a ceasefire once the Strait of Hormuz was open, free, and safe, declaring that until then, the U.S. was destroying Iran or, as he put it, sending it back to the Stone Age.

Iranian authorities firmly rejected Trump’s claim, calling it false and denying any direct talks or agreements. The Iranian foreign minister clarified that while some messages had been exchanged, they could not be considered negotiations or a ceasefire request. Tehran, he said, remained prepared to continue the war.

Following Trump’s remarks, global oil prices rose, reflecting market sensitivity to escalating tensions between the United States and Iran.

Iran’s emergency medical services chief has reported that 24 health workers have been killed since the start of the ongoing US-Israeli attacks on the country. The casualties include doctors, nurses, technicians, and other staff working in health and food service sectors. Additionally, at least 114 health workers have been injured, among them 74 EMS 115 emergency responders who were hurt while treating victims at attack sites.

According to the report, more than 330 healthcare facilities have been damaged in the strikes, and one rescue helicopter has been destroyed. Officials warned that the continued assaults on the health sector are worsening the humanitarian situation and straining emergency response capabilities.

The sustained damage to Iran’s medical infrastructure has raised concerns about the country’s ability to maintain essential health services amid the conflict.

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has addressed an open letter to the American people, asserting that Iran has never pursued aggression, expansion, or colonialism in modern history. He stated that while Iran has not initiated any wars, it has firmly resisted those who attacked it. The letter was reported by Al Jazeera.

Pezeshkian strongly rejected portrayals of Iran as a ‘security threat,’ arguing that such depictions do not reflect reality. He described Iran as one of the world’s oldest and most continuous civilizations. According to him, the narrative of Iran as an aggressor is driven by external interests seeking to justify political and economic agendas.

The president claimed that powerful actors use this narrative to legitimize pressure on Iran, maintain military dominance, sustain the arms industry, and control strategic markets.

Israel has claimed responsibility for conducting more than 400 airstrikes on various infrastructure targets in Tehran over the past two days. According to a statement from the Israeli military, the air force used 650 munitions in operations aimed at what it described as the 'Iranian regime’s infrastructure.' The statement added that Israeli warplanes carried out extensive overnight raids across central Tehran, striking multiple key facilities.

Israel further asserted that around 15 weapons production centers were damaged in the attacks, including a central complex reportedly linked to Iran’s Ministry of Defense. The report, citing Al Jazeera, did not specify the exact locations or the extent of the damage.

Iran has not issued any immediate response or provided official information regarding casualties or material losses resulting from the strikes.

Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) announced that the Strait of Hormuz will remain closed to the country’s enemies. The statement, broadcast on Iran’s state television, emphasized that the strategic waterway is under the IRGC Navy’s firm and authoritative control.

The declaration came shortly after U.S. President Donald Trump stated on Truth Social that Iran had requested a ceasefire. However, Iran has not yet issued any response to Trump’s claim. The situation reflects heightened tensions between Iran and the United States, with the Strait of Hormuz once again at the center of geopolitical friction.

The IRGC’s assertion underscores Tehran’s intent to maintain control over the vital maritime route, while the lack of an official Iranian reaction to Washington’s statement leaves uncertainty about the next diplomatic or military steps.

U.S. President Donald Trump stated that the president of Iran’s new government has requested a ceasefire from the United States. In a statement posted on Truth Social, Trump did not name the Iranian official but described him as much less extreme and more intelligent than his predecessors. He added that the U.S. would only consider the request once the Strait of Hormuz is open, free, and secure, warning that until then, the U.S. is devastating Iran.

The report also noted that oil prices rose in global markets following Trump’s remarks. The article referenced ongoing conflict between Iran and the U.S.-Israel alliance, describing the latter as having failed decisively in the war. It also mentioned China’s potential role as a mediator to halt the conflict and cited claims of a “remarkable victory” in Iran, with operations expected to conclude within two to three weeks.

The situation underscores heightened regional tensions and uncertainty over whether diplomatic mediation could succeed in achieving a ceasefire.

Iranian media reported that more than 130 historical sites across the country have been damaged following attacks by the United States and Israel. According to the latest field assessments and expert surveys conducted by Iran’s Ministry of Cultural Heritage, the number of affected sites has reached 132. Each of these sites is described as being deeply connected to Iran’s history and civilization.

The report, citing the BBC Persian Service, stated that historical buildings and monuments in 18 provinces of Iran have been either destroyed or damaged. The extent of the destruction and the specific locations of the affected sites were not detailed in the report.

The findings highlight the cultural toll of the ongoing conflict, though the report did not specify what measures, if any, are being taken to preserve or restore the damaged heritage sites.

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stated that the country is prepared to continue defending itself against military aggression from the United States and Israel and can sustain the conflict for six months or longer if necessary. In an interview with Al Jazeera in Tehran, he said Iran would not operate under any imposed timeline and would not accept deadlines set by its adversaries.

Araghchi clarified that there have been no direct talks or agreements with the United States, though some messages have been exchanged through official channels under the supervision of the national security council. He emphasized that Iran did not seek war but is resisting firmly to protect its interests. The Strait of Hormuz remains closed only to ships from aggressive states, he added, warning that any attacks on Iranian infrastructure would lead to severe consequences.

He further stated that Iran’s goal is to establish peace across the region and that its military actions target only US and Israeli positions, not friendly nations. Araghchi urged regional countries to rely on mutual coordination and cooperation rather than foreign forces for long-term security.

According to Iran’s ISNA news agency, at least ten Iranian nurses were killed in a joint attack carried out by the United States and Israel. The report stated that the medical workers were killed at their workplaces during the assault. Despite the fatalities, Iran’s healthcare services have continued to operate normally, with no reported disruptions.

The ISNA report cited the Director General of the Nursing System Organization, who confirmed that medical operations across the country remain unaffected. The source of the report was identified as Al Jazeera, which also covered related developments in the ongoing conflict.

The broader context of the report mentioned that the war has disrupted the supply of about 12 million barrels of oil per day, and that Iran used over a hundred missiles and drones in its own attacks. The situation has also raised security concerns among Gulf allies of former US President Donald Trump.

US President Donald Trump said the ongoing US military operation in Iran could end within two to three weeks. Speaking at the White House, he described Iran’s new leaders as less radical and more reasonable compared to their predecessors. Trump stated that the joint US-Israeli strikes launched on February 28 had achieved their main objectives, including reducing Iran’s nuclear weapons capability.

According to Trump, the attacks that began in late February killed Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei and several senior military and civilian officials. He claimed that the United States now dominates Iran’s airspace and that the leadership change in Tehran has made the regime more moderate. Trump also alleged that Iran’s new leaders are seeking a deal to end the conflict, though Iran has publicly denied such claims.

Trump added that the war could end even without a formal agreement between the two sides, suggesting a possible near-term de-escalation of hostilities.

An Israeli airstrike in central Iran’s Mahallat city has killed the chief engineering officer of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps’ (IRGC) Quds Force, according to the Israeli military. The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) stated that the strike took place on Tuesday and identified the victim as Mahdi Wafai, who was described as the head engineer of the Quds Force’s Lebanon Corps.

In its statement, the IDF said Wafai had been involved for two decades in advancing secret projects in Lebanon and Syria, including building infrastructure and managing arsenals for Hezbollah. The military further claimed that he led efforts to construct underground facilities for Hezbollah and the Syrian government of Bashar al-Assad, and oversaw dozens of underground projects used to store advanced weapons in Lebanon.

Iranian authorities have not issued any immediate comment regarding the reported strike or the death of Wafai, according to the source.

Ebrahim Azizi, head of Iran’s parliamentary National Security Committee, stated that the Strait of Hormuz will reopen but not for the United States. He said it will remain accessible only to those who follow Iran’s new regulations. Azizi made the remarks addressing U.S. President Donald Trump, emphasizing that the 47 years of hospitality since the 1979 revolution have now permanently ended.

Azizi further commented that Trump has ultimately achieved his dream of changing Iran’s governance system, though this change has only affected the region’s maritime order. Meanwhile, Iran’s National Security Committee has approved a plan to impose tolls on ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz, according to Fars News Agency.

The announcement underscores Iran’s intent to assert control over one of the world’s most strategic waterways, linking its domestic policy shifts to regional maritime operations.

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has expressed his country’s willingness to end the ongoing war with the United States and Israel, provided certain conditions are fulfilled. According to Iran’s state news agency IRNA, Pezeshkian made the statement during a telephone conversation with European Council President Antonio Costa on Tuesday. He emphasized that Iran seeks no escalation or conflict and that the cessation of aggressive attacks by opposing forces is essential for restoring normalcy.

Pezeshkian stated that Iran’s readiness to end the war depends on guarantees preventing future aggression. He reiterated that Iran did not initiate the hostilities and views halting enemy offensives as the only path to stability. Meanwhile, U.S. President Donald Trump hinted that the ongoing Iran war could soon conclude and remarked that the Strait of Hormuz would automatically reopen once U.S. forces withdraw.

The exchange of statements suggests a possible diplomatic opening, though the specific conditions Iran requires and the timeline for any resolution remain unclear.

Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei has not appeared in public since assuming office, prompting speculation about his health and whereabouts. U.S. President Donald Trump claimed Khamenei was seriously injured in a February 28 attack and placed in intensive care, a claim echoed by some Western media. Tehran denied these reports but did not clarify his exact location.

Amid growing rumors, several outlets reported that Khamenei was receiving treatment in Moscow under Russian President Vladimir Putin’s supervision and had sent messages to the Iraqi people and during Nowruz from an undisclosed location. Both statements were read on state media by another person.

In a recent interview with RTVI, Russian Ambassador to Tehran Alexey Dedov stated that Khamenei remains in Iran. He said the leader’s absence from public view is due to security reasons and that Iranian authorities have repeatedly affirmed his presence in the country. Dedov emphasized that Khamenei is staying in a secure location away from hostile threats.