U.S. President Donald Trump has blamed Iran for a deadly bombing at a primary school in Minab, southern Iran, that killed at least 165 people. Speaking to reporters at Dover Air Force Base on Saturday, Trump dismissed suggestions that the United States was involved in the attack, asserting, “It was Iran.” He also said he had no indication of Russian involvement or evidence that Russia was assisting Iran.

Trump further commented on Kurdish forces, stating that he did not want Kurdish fighters to enter Iran. He added that the U.S. goal was to see a president in Iran who would not lead the country into war.

The bombing in Minab has sparked widespread international attention and debate over who was actually responsible. Discussions and disputes continue among various parties regarding the true perpetrators of the attack.

The United States Central Command (CENTCOM) has officially denied reports that Iranian forces captured several American soldiers. A CENTCOM spokesperson on Sunday described the claim as entirely false and baseless, according to Al Jazeera. The statement came after the head of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council alleged that Iranian security forces had detained multiple US troops, a claim that quickly drew international attention.

CENTCOM sharply criticized the Iranian statement, calling it another example of deception by Iran’s leadership. The spokesperson said the allegation reflected a pattern of misinformation from Tehran. The exchange of claims and denials added to existing tensions between the two countries, which have frequently accused each other of hostile actions in the region.

The report did not specify where or when the alleged incident was said to have occurred, leaving key details unclear.

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has accused U.S. President Donald Trump of undermining Tehran’s recent peace overture to neighboring countries. In a post on social media platform X on Sunday, Araghchi said President Masoud Pezeshkian had expressed goodwill toward reducing regional tensions, offering that Iran would not attack any neighbor unless its territory, airspace, or waters were used for attacks against Iranians.

Earlier the same day, President Pezeshkian had assured that Tehran would not target any country unless it initiated aggression. However, Araghchi stated that Trump “almost immediately killed” Iran’s positive message to its neighbors. Shortly after Pezeshkian’s statement, Iran reportedly came under multiple attacks and responded with retaliatory strikes.

According to Tehran, the counterattacks targeted U.S. military installations located in neighboring Gulf states. The developments mark a sharp escalation following Iran’s attempt to ease tensions through diplomatic assurances.

US President Donald Trump stated that by launching a war against Iran, the United States has benefited the entire world. He described the progress of the US military operation as an extraordinary success, rating it 15 on a scale of 0 to 10. Trump added that the war against Iran is not only for the Middle East but also a service to the whole world.

Commenting on the casualties from US and Israeli attacks in Iran, Trump said those killed were 'very sick people.' According to Iranian authorities, more than 1,330 people have been killed so far in the joint strikes by the United States and Israel. The report cited Al Jazeera as the source of these statements.

Trump further declared that the war would continue until Iran’s leadership and power are destroyed, signaling an extended military campaign with no immediate end in sight.

Iran has issued a warning that any US ship entering the Persian Gulf will be targeted and sunk. The statement came from an Iranian military spokesperson as the country continues retaliatory strikes following joint US-Israeli attacks. The warning underscores rising hostilities in the region, particularly around the strategic Strait of Hormuz.

The threat coincided with US President Donald Trump’s announcement that the US Navy would escort oil tankers through the Strait of Hormuz if necessary. Iran’s Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) had previously cautioned that American or allied vessels navigating the waterway could be attacked, a stance that has already heightened regional tensions.

The situation reflects a deepening confrontation between Iran and the United States, with both sides signaling readiness for further escalation in the Gulf region.

Babashikh Hosseini, Secretary General of the Khabat Organization of Iranian Kurdistan, said there is a strong possibility that Iranian Kurdish fighters based in Iraq could launch a ground operation inside Iran. He told Al Jazeera that while no offensive has begun yet, planning has been ongoing for a long time and the current situation appears more favorable for action.

Hosseini explained that a final decision has not been made, but the group is likely moving toward initiating such an operation. He confirmed that the United States has reached out to them through various channels, though no direct meetings have taken place. According to him, the U.S. inquiries focused on possible approaches toward Iran’s ruling system and potential future cooperation.

He added that any operation would require weapons, explosives, and modern equipment, as their current resources are outdated. Hosseini noted that discussions with intermediaries and other Kurdish figures have occurred, and direct engagement with the U.S. might happen when operational circumstances become clearer.

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has accused the United States of launching an attack on a desalination plant located on Qeshm Island, according to a report by Al Jazeera. In a post on social media platform X, Araghchi described the incident as an 'open and reckless crime.' The plant was responsible for converting seawater into drinkable water for local communities.

Araghchi stated that the attack disrupted water supplies to 30 villages dependent on the facility. He warned that assaults on Iran’s infrastructure represent a highly dangerous escalation and could have serious consequences. Emphasizing Iran’s position, he said that the United States, not Iran, had set such a precedent.

The report did not include any response from the United States or independent verification of the claim, leaving the broader context of the alleged attack unclear.

Iranian presidential spokesperson stated that President Masoud Pezeshkian’s message was clear: if regional countries do not assist the United States in any attack against Iran, Tehran will not target them. The statement, broadcast on Iran’s state television, emphasized that the Islamic Republic will never bow to aggression and will respond appropriately to any hostile action in line with its armed forces’ directives.

Earlier, President Pezeshkian had expressed regret to neighboring states and reiterated that Iran would not initiate attacks unless first provoked. Despite these assurances, reports on Friday indicated that missile and drone strikes had been intercepted from neighboring territories.

The comments come amid heightened regional tensions, with Iranian officials seeking to clarify their defensive stance while maintaining readiness to respond to any external aggression.

The Israeli military has claimed that its air force destroyed 16 aircraft belonging to Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Quds Force during overnight attacks in Tehran. According to a statement, Israeli forces carried out what they described as a 'widespread assault' across the Iranian capital, including strikes on Mehrabad Airport.

The Israeli military alleged that the airport had been used by the Quds Force as a hub for transferring weapons and funds to various armed groups in the Middle East, including Lebanon’s Hezbollah. The Quds Force is responsible for operations outside Iran’s borders.

The claims could not be independently verified, and Iranian authorities have not yet issued any official response to the reported attacks.

An Iranian official said the country is identifying new American facilities for potential attacks following threats from US President Donald Trump. On Saturday, Trump warned on his social media platform Truth Social that the United States would deliver a harsh blow to Iran, considering new targets for what he described as 'complete destruction and certain death.'

In response, the Iranian official told CNN that the United States had clearly threatened to expand the war against the Iranian people and directly kill them. He added that Iran would now review American territories, forces, and partner institutions not yet on its armed forces’ target list and include them for possible strikes.

The exchange of threats comes amid heightened regional tensions, with both sides signaling readiness for escalation, though no immediate military action was reported in the source.

Iran’s Ministry of Intelligence has issued a warning that individuals who share photos or videos of sites damaged by recent US and Israeli attacks will face severe consequences. In a statement released on March 7, 2026, the ministry said that taking pictures of affected areas and sending them to what it described as “terrorist satellite networks, virtual pages, or enemy media channels” would be treated as collaboration with hostile forces.

The ministry labeled those involved in such activities as “mercenaries” working for Israel and stated that it would monitor these “Israeli soldiers” and take legal action against them. It also urged the public to report any information about such activities to the authorities.

The warning comes amid heightened tensions following attacks that damaged Iranian facilities, with the government seeking to control information flow and prevent the dissemination of images from affected areas.

Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has claimed responsibility for an attack on an oil tanker flying the flag of the Marshall Islands in the Persian Gulf. According to a statement published on the IRGC’s official website, Sepah News, the vessel, commercially known as ‘Luis P,’ was struck by a drone in the central part of the Gulf.

The IRGC described the tanker as part of United States assets but did not provide further details about the extent of damage or any casualties resulting from the incident. The statement did not specify the exact location or timing of the strike beyond identifying it as occurring in the middle of the Persian Gulf.

No immediate information was available regarding the response from the vessel’s operators or other regional authorities, and the scale of the impact remains unclear.

Iran has claimed to have shot down 13 advanced US and Israeli drones in a series of surprise attacks across multiple regions. According to a statement from the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps’ Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters, the drones were intercepted between February 27 and March 7 using missile and artillery defense systems. The statement specified that MQ-9, Hermes, and Orbiter models were among the aircraft destroyed in Iran’s northwest, west, south, and in areas including Isfahan, Kerman, and Tehran.

The announcement came as the conflict between Iran and the US-Israel alliance entered its second week. During the same period, explosions were reported in West Jerusalem, where air raid sirens were heard. AFP journalists confirmed hearing at least three blasts, while Israeli authorities issued six air raid alerts across various regions within 24 hours.

The developments mark a continued escalation in hostilities, with both sides reporting attacks and counterattacks across multiple fronts.

Hamidreza Gholamzadeh, director of Iran’s think tank Diplo House, dismissed former U.S. President Donald Trump’s assertion that Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian’s recent statement amounted to a surrender. Gholamzadeh said Trump’s claim was completely false and misrepresented the president’s message.

According to Gholamzadeh, Pezeshkian’s video message stated that Iran would not target neighboring countries unless attacked first. He clarified that Iran’s actions are directed not at its neighbors but at U.S. or Israeli interests and facilities in the region. Gholamzadeh added that Iran has urged neighboring states not to allow their territories or airspace to be used by the United States or Israel for attacks against Iran.

He described this request as both normal and lawful, emphasizing that it reflects Iran’s defensive stance rather than any sign of capitulation.

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has declared that Iran will never surrender, responding to U.S. President Donald Trump’s call for the country’s unconditional surrender. The statement was reported on Saturday by Qatar-based broadcaster Al Jazeera.

According to Iranian officials, the country will resist any military pressure, warning that continued attacks could further expand the conflict. Trump had earlier posted on social media urging Iran to surrender unconditionally and stated that he wanted to be involved in the selection of Iran’s next leader. He also said that any new leader chosen without U.S. consultation would not be accepted.

The exchange underscores escalating tensions between the two nations, with Iranian authorities emphasizing defiance in the face of external pressure.