Israel ready to continue striking Iran “for weeks”
Israel is prepared for “weeks” more of conflict in Iran, a military spokesperson said today, following Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s statement in an interview that the war has “passed its halfway point.”
Lieutenant Colonel Nadav Shoshani told reporters that the decision ultimately lies with political leadership. However, “we are ready to continue operations for weeks. We have the targets for it, the munitions for it, the manpower for it—and it is up to the leadership to decide,” he said.
31/03/2026 12:46
Foreign Ministry on Holy Light: “The Greek state will exhaust every possibility for its safe transfer to Greece”
In an especially fragile geopolitical environment, Greek authorities remain on constant alert regarding this year’s mission to receive the Holy Light from Jerusalem.
Rising tensions in the region—centered on the conflict involving the United States, Israel, and Iran—make the planning of the operation complex and constantly evolving.
31/03/2026 12:40
Stock market losses of $120 billion in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, strong pressure on Gulf markets
The stock markets of the United Arab Emirates are among the hardest hit by the impact of the war between the United States and Israel and Iran, with a significant drop in the value of listed companies in Dubai and Abu Dhabi.
Since the start of the conflict on February 28, key indices have recorded notable losses, reflecting heightened geopolitical uncertainty and investor concerns about the economy and energy markets.
- Dubai Financial Market (DFM): down about 16% (loss of ~$45 billion)
- Abu Dhabi (ADX General Index): down about 9% (~$75 billion loss)
The negative trend extended to other regional markets, with Qatar and Bahrain down περίπου 4% and 7% respectively, while Saudi Arabia and Oman showed gains.
In the United States, the S&P 500 has fallen about 7% since the conflict began, as investors assess mixed signals from President Donald Trump regarding the duration and goals of military operations.
31/03/2026 12:35
Revolutionary Guards report attacks on Israeli ship and US military facilities in the Persian Gulf
Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) announced it carried out a series of attacks against Israeli and American targets in the wider Persian Gulf region, according to a statement reported by the state news agency IRNA.
According to the statement:
- Naval forces allegedly struck an Israeli container ship in the Arabian Gulf using a ballistic missile
- Iranian drones reportedly attacked a group of US Marines on a UAE shoreline, outside a military base
- Drones destroyed a US Fifth Fleet counter-drone system near Manama airport in Bahrain
- Two advanced early-warning air defense radars were destroyed at a US base in Kuwait
There is no independent confirmation of these claims, and neither the United States nor Israel has officially responded.
31/03/2026 12:31
21-year-old warrant officer identified as fourth IDF soldier killed in southern Lebanon
The fourth Israeli soldier killed in clashes with Hezbollah in southern Lebanon was Warrant Officer Gilad Harel, 21.
Harel, from Modiin, served in the Reconnaissance Unit of the Nahal Brigade.
Earlier, the army had announced the deaths of Captain Noam Madmoni, Warrant Officer Ben Cohen, and Warrant Officer Maxim Edis.
31/03/2026 12:30
US struck Iranian ammunition depot in Isfahan with 2,000-pound bunker-buster bombs
The United States targeted a major Iranian ammunition depot using 2,000-pound (approximately 900 kg) bunker-buster bombs.
Donald Trump released video footage of the large-scale strike, showing a series of primary and secondary explosions in Isfahan, a key hub for Iran’s military and nuclear infrastructure.
Situation in Gulf countries this morning:
- Kuwait Petroleum Corporation reported an Iranian attack on the tanker Al-Salmi in Dubai port, causing a fire and warning of a possible oil spill
- Saudi Arabia said it intercepted eight ballistic missiles, three aimed at Riyadh
- Saudi Defense Ministry reported intercepting and destroying 10 drones
- Drone debris injured two people and damaged six homes in Al-Kharj province
- The UAE said its defense systems are responding to missile and drone threats from Iran
Mixed picture in European markets: relief after Trump signals possible early end to the Iran war
Markets show volatility as investors weigh conflicting signals. News that Trump may end military operations—even without reopening the Strait of Hormuz—offered temporary relief.
11:08
Dalai Lama calls for dialogue for lasting peace in the Middle East:
“Violence only leads to more violence.”
10:54
Explosions heard in Dubai
Residents received alerts warning that air defense systems were responding to missile threats.
10:41
Iranian parliamentary committee approves plan to impose tolls on the Strait of Hormuz
Ships from the US, Israel, and sanctioning countries may be barred.
10:35
Six lightly injured in central Israel from cluster munition strike
The missile likely dispersed submunitions over a wide area.
10:12
Missile attack on Israel visible from Cyprus
Authorities confirmed no threat to Cyprus.
10:10
Oil prices rise again after tanker strike
- Brent crude: up 0.55% to $113.40
- WTI crude: $102.89
09:57
USS Tripoli aircraft carrier in the Indian Ocean heading toward the Middle East
09:53
Rubio: US may reconsider NATO participation after the war
He criticized allies like Spain for limited support.
09:51
Saudi Arabia: We intercepted 10 drones and 8 missiles
09:44
Iran: Two men executed over attack on government building
They were linked to the MEK opposition group.
09:31
US strikes Iranian ammunition depots
Large secondary explosions were recorded near Isfahan.
09:01
Gold rises near $4,560
Driven by Fed signals and Trump’s statements about ending the war.
08:59
Pentagon denies report about Hegseth investment
08:38
No oil spill after tanker attack in Dubai
Fire was contained; no injuries reported.
08:35
IDF: Another wave of strikes completed in central Tehran
08:25
AP: Gulf allies urge Trump to continue war until Iran is decisively weakened
08:21
Government monitors prices ahead of “wartime” Easter
Concerns grow over energy-driven inflation.
07:45
UAE targets Iran’s economy
- Freezing/seizing over $530 billion in assets
- Revoking visas of Iranian nationals
This could severely restrict Iran’s access to global markets and foreign currency.
07:36
At least ten explosions heard in Jerusalem
Air defenses activated against Iranian missiles.
07:30
White House response: Strait of Hormuz will reopen “one way or another”
07:28
Trump posts video of major explosion in Iran after US strike
07:23
Oil drops after Trump signals possible end to war
07:11
Explosions and power outages in Tehran
07:10
Iran insists it is not negotiating with the US
07:10
Netanyahu: More than half of war goals achieved
07:09
Four Israeli soldiers killed in southern Lebanon
07:08
Fears of oil spill after tanker attack in Dubai
Fire broke out but no casualties reported.
07:08
WSJ: Trump ready to end war even if Hormuz remains closed
US may focus on weakening Iran militarily, then shift to diplomacy.
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