Australians warned about Iran-linked attack threat in Iraq
Smartraveller urged Australians not to travel to locations associated with Israeli or US interests and to avoid oil production facilities. Source: AAP / Hadi Mizban
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NASA’s Artemis II moon rocket lifts off from the Kennedy Space Center’s Launch Pad 39-B Wednesday, April 1, 2026, in Cape Canaveral, Fla. (AP Photo/Chris O’Meara)
· The Associated Press
World leaders should be grateful the US is doing what’s necessary in Iran
According to President Trump’s critics, there is no reason why America is involved in a war against the terrorist regime in Iran. According to America’s enemies, the US is, in fact, losing the war.
· Douglas Murray
Macron blasts Trump over Strait of Hormuz, marriage mockery
French President Emmanuel Macron's increasingly tested relationship with US counterpart Donald Trump has taken another blow as the European leader issued a stern rebuke over the Strait of Hormuz.Macron also expressed disgust at comments Trump made at a private event mocking Macron's relationship with his wife Brigi…
· Adam Vidler
Hegseth pide la renuncia del jefe militar del Ejército mientras EEUU libra guerra contra Irán
El jefe del Estado Mayor del Ejército, general Randy George, pronuncia un discurso durante la ceremonia del Día Nacional de Reconocimiento a los Prisioneros de Guerra y Desaparecidos en Combate en el Pentágono, el 19 de septiembre de 2025, en Washington. (AP Foto/Julia Demaree Nikhinson, archivo)
· Konstantin Toropin
Iran’s tallest bridge destroyed in US-Israeli airstrikes as Trump warns of more destruction
President Trump warned Iran to make a deal now “before it is too late” on Thursday after US-Israeli airstrikes took out Iran’s tallest bridge.
· Ronny Reyes
Venezuelans still fighting corruption and 700% inflation, but remain optimistic as US lifts sanctions
As the US lifts sanctions, Venezuelans are remaining optimistic for the future, but are still fighting corruption, repression of free speech and hyperinflation.
· Isabel Vincent
Japan chemical, material makers' profit outlook darkens on oil crisis
Cargo ships near the Strait of Hormuz on March 11. More than 70% of Japan’s imported naphtha comes from the Middle East. © Reuters
· Staff Writer
Trump asks allies for help with the Strait of Hormuz — and Europe is finally budging
A coalition of 40 nations on Thursday huddled on how to meet President Trump’s demand to reclaim the Strait of Hormuz — and opened the door to military escorts if Iran eases off ambushing commercial ships.
· Caitlin Doornbos
Hegseth ousts army’s top uniformed officer, even as US wages war on Iran
Chief of Staff Randy George has been asked to take early retirement, in the latest of over a dozen firings of top generals and admirals
· Associated Press
Pete Hegseth asks US Army Chief of Staff Randy George to step down as war in Iran continues
US Army Chief of Staff Randy George has been asked to step down by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and take immediate retirement, two US defense officials and a source familiar with the matter told Reuters on Thursday.
· Reuters
Orban urges EU to ditch Russia sanctions to avoid energy crisis
The EU is facing a looming energy crisis and the only way to survive is to lift sanctions on Russian oil and gas, Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban said on X on Thursday.
· RT
Chinese drone downed in Iran, sparking questions about UAE or Saudi Arabian role
Iran appears to have shot down a Chinese Wing Loong II drone in the southern region of Shiraz, sparking questions among open-source intelligence analysts about whether Gulf states like Saudi Arabia or the UAE had joined offensive operations against Iran.
· Middleeasteye
Tanker ships must pay Iran’s Revolutionary Guards a toll in Chinese yaun or crypto before they can pass Strait of Hormuz: report
Ships attempting to pass through the Strait of Hormuz will need secret codes and to pay up to $2 million in Chinese yuan or cryptocurrencies to avoid being attacked by Iran, according to a new report.
· Ronny Reyes
Hegseth asks the Army's top uniformed officer to step down
Army Chief of Staff Gen. Randy George speaks during the POW/MIA National Recognition Day Ceremony at the Pentagon, Sept. 19, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Julia Demaree Nikhinson, file)
· Konstantin Toropin
How major US stock indexes fared Thursday 4/2/2026
Stocks overcame early losses to finish with slim gains and close out their first winning week since the start of the Iran war.
· The Associated Press
Trump warns 'more to follow' after strike on major Iranian bridge
Donald Trump posted footage on social media appearing to show a strike on a major Iranian bridge. Source: AAP / AP / Julia Demaree Nikhinson
· Sbsaustralia
As war drags on, US reiterates Trump open to diplomacy with Iran
The United States has reiterated that Washington is open to diplomacy with Tehran as the US-Israel war on Iran drags on – and as US President Donald Trump renews his threats to destroy the country’s civilian infrastructure.
· Al Jazeera Staff
Iran war: music and barbecues in Tehran despite Trump threats
Families celebrate the last day of the Persian new year holidays, even as the US president vows to bomb Iran ‘back to the Stone Ages’
· Agence France-Presse
Iranian Nobel laureate condemns regime's cultivation of 'economic and state terrorism' | The National
Nobel laureate Shirin Ebadi has criticised Iran's regime for its use of "state terrorism" and warned that it will eventually fall.
· Hadley Gamble
Trump says Iran war objectives ‘nearing completion’ - DailyNews
President Donald Trump has told the nation in a televised speech that the US military has nearly completed its goals in the Iran war.
· Gayan Abeykoon
Empresa respaldada por hijos de Trump busca vender interceptores de drones en medio de la guerra
Donald Trump Jr. y Eric Trump escuchan mientras su padre, el presidente Donald Trump, pronuncia su discurso del Estado de la Unión en el Congreso en Washington, el 24 de febrero del 2026. (AP foto/Alex Brandon)
· Bernard Condon
Iran briefing: Tehran promises 'crushing' attacks after 'back to the Stone Age' speech
Topic:Unrest, Conflict and War
· Matthew Doran
Gold slips over 1% as Trump’s Iran stance dents momentum - DailyNews
Gold prices fell sharply yesterday (April 02), snapping a four-day winning streak, after U.S. President Donald Trump signalled an escalation in the ongoing conflict with Iran, dampening investor sentiment and triggering a broader market pullback.
· Gayan Abeykoon
Trump says Iran should make a deal 'before it is too late'
Topic:Unrest, Conflict and War
· Audrey Courty
Video shows moment Iranian missile strikes Israel as Trump issues further threats
Topic:Unrest, Conflict and War
· Audrey Courty
'More to follow': Trump posts video of key Iranian bridge cut in half
Hello and welcome to our coverage of the ongoing conflict in the Middle East and reaction in Australia for this Good Friday, April 3.
· Adam Vidler
Strait of Hormuz sees just a handful of ships trickling through as Iran’s chokehold continues
Passage through the Strait of Hormuz has plummeted to an average of seven ships a day — just 5% of its regular traffic prior to the Iran war — as Tehran exerts full control over the critical waterway.
· Ronny Reyes
Destacada abogada iraní de derechos humanos detenida en Teherán, dice su hija
Foto del 2023 entregada por Mehraveh Khandan, que muestra, de izq a der: Nima Khandan, Mehraveh Khandan, Nasrin Sotoudeh y Reza Khandan en su hogar en Teherán. (Foto cortesía de Mehraveh Khandan via AP)
· Sarah El Deeb
Trump warns Tehran ‘more to follow’ after strike destroys Iran’s largest bridge
Eight people reported killed in attack on newly completed suspension bridge after strike splits structure in half
· Dan Sabbagh
Trump announces destruction of Iran's tallest bridge
WASHINGTON — US President Donald Trump said Thursday the tallest bridge in Iran had been destroyed, hours after threatening to bomb the country "back to the Stone Ages."
· The Manila Times
What the shifting language of Australia's leaders reveals about the Iran war
Anthony Albanese's language has shifted on the war in the Middle East. (ABC News: Matt Roberts)
· Tom Lowrey
Are we there yet? Why fuel prices could go much higher
The price of oil could continue to rise. (Reuters: Edgar Su)
· Ian Verrender
World on ‘edge of wider war’, warns UN chief as global effort to reopen Strait of Hormuz goes on | The National
The UN Security Council is set to vote today on a Bahraini resolution addressing Iran's “unlawful and unjustified” attempt to control the Strait of Hormuz, as part of a broader diplomatic push to reopen the vital trade waterway.
· Adla Massoud
Company backed by Trump sons looks to sell drone interceptors to Gulf states being attacked by Iran
Donald Trump Jr. and Eric Trump listen to President Donald Trump’s State of the Union address at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, Feb. 24, 2026. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon, file)
· Bernard Condon
Iran war has a ‘second front’ — and Tehran has already lost it
A few days ago, according to a leaked exchange, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian told an Iranian military counterpart that their nation’s economy will face collapse in three more weeks without an immediate cease-fire.
· Victoria Coates
Children’s hospital in Tehran keeps hopes and smiles alive during war
Tehran, Iran – Many Iranian families picnicked outdoors during daylight hours on Thursday for Sizdah Bedar, which marks Nature Day in the Persian calendar, despite the ongoing bombardment by the United States and Israel.
· Maziar Motamedi
Iranian human rights lawyer Nasrin Sotoudeh detained in Tehran
This 2023 photo provided by Mehraveh Khandan shows, from left, Nima Khandan, Mehraveh Khandan, Nasrin Sotoudeh and Reza Khandan in their home in Tehran. (Courtesy Mehraveh Khandan via AP, File)
· Sarah El Deeb
Has Trump lost control of the Iran war narrative? | The National
Live updates: Follow the latest news on the Iran war
· Jihan Abdalla
Trump’s surreal speech on Iran shed no light on his goals | Kenneth Roth
The US president couldn’t give a single coherent reason for why this aggressive war of choice must still be prosecuted
· Kenneth Roth
Wall Street falls, oil surges after Trump threatens more attacks on Iran
Stocks slumped and oil prices soared Thursday after President Donald Trump vowed the U.S. will continue to attack Iran and failed to offer a clear timetable for ending the conflict in the Middle East.
· AfricaNews
Videos show explosions in central Iran as conflict with Israel intensifies
Videos circulating from the area showed repeated blasts and a large fire, while reports indicated the attack struck close to strategic and industrial infrastructure. The latest bombardment came after earlier strikes this week on Esfahan, a key transport and industrial hub, underlining the sustained pressure on centr…
· AfricaNews
Guerra contra Irán obliga a aplazar conferencia deportiva mundial en su vecino Azerbaiyán
En esta foto proporcionada por el Servicio de Prensa Presidencial de Azerbaiyán, el azerbaiyano Ilham Aliyev, presidente de Azerbaiyán, escribe un mensaje en un libro de condolencias por el fallecido líder supremo iraní, el ayatolá Alí Jamenei, en la embajada de Irán en Bakú, Azerbaiyán, el miércoles 4 de marzo de 2…
US-Iran war live updates: Trump tells Iran to ‘make a deal before it’s too late’ as US strikes bridge; states agree to cut fuel prices further with GST windfalls
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· Sarah McPhee
UK gathers over 40 countries to discuss how to reopen Strait of Hormuz
LONDON (AP) — Britain accused Iran on Thursday of holding the world’s economy hostage as diplomats from more than 40 countries held talks on ways to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, a vital shipping route that has been choked off by the US-Israeli war against Iran.
· Associated Press
Desperate Iran recruiting children as young as 12 to defend ‘homeland’ from ‘bully’ US
The fanatical Iranian regime is turning children as young as 12 into cannon fodder as part of a desperate war recruitment drive, human rights groups have warned.
· Chris Bradford
Trump's Iran war speech paints a grim picture for oil markets with more than 600 million barrels at risk
President Donald Trump has doubled down on the U.S. war against Iran, spiking oil prices Thursday as traders prepare for a longer conflict that will exacerbate the already deep disruption to global energy supplies.
· Spencer Kimball, Pippa Stevens
Iraq 'exerting maximum effort to prevent escalation': ministry
BAGHDAD — Iraq is exerting "maximum effort" to prevent any escalation on its territory, the foreign ministry said on Thursday, after the US embassy in Baghdad warned of possible attacks in the city by pro-Iran armed groups.
· Agence France-Presse
Philippines strikes deal with Iran for safe and toll-free passage in Strait of Hormuz | The National
The Philippines has said that Iran has granted its ships safe and toll-free passage through the Strait of Hormuz, which is expected to ease the energy crunch in the South-East Asian nation.
· Alvin R Cabral
GCC urges UN Security Council to take 'measures' to ensure freedom of navigation | The National
Live updates: Follow the latest news on US-Iran war
· Adla Massoud