Here are the latest developments in the U.S.–Israel–Iran war on Monday at 3:43 AM ET, as the conflict enters its fifth week since it began on February 28.
On Sunday, President Donald Trump said he would prefer to “take the oil in Iran” and suggested the U.S. could seize the key export hub of Kharg Island, drawing parallels to Washington’s approach in Venezuela, as American troop deployments to the Middle East ramp up. Trump also indicated that a “regime change” in Iran has been accomplished.
Islamabad Talks End, Leaders Push For Ceasefire
On Monday, foreign ministers from Saudi Arabia, Türkiye, and Egypt concluded talks in Islamabad, where Pakistan emphasized dialogue as the only path forward. The four nations jointly called for an immediate ceasefire, stressed Muslim unity, and supported structured U.S.–Iran negotiations. Earlier, Pakistan Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar offered to host “meaningful” talks in the country to help end the war amid a push for de-escalation.
Qatar Condemns Iran Strikes On Kuwait
Qatar strongly condemned Iran’s strikes on key infrastructure in Kuwait, including a camp, power station, and desalination plant, calling the attacks unjustified and expressing full solidarity with Kuwait. Kuwaiti authorities said the strike killed an Indian worker and damaged facilities at the site, reported Al Jazeera.
Iran Power Rift Deepens Amid Crisis
Senior Iran Analyst Dror Balazada told C14 News Israel that leaked details point to a deepening power struggle in Iran, as President Masoud Pezeshkian reportedly clashed with the Revolutionary Guards, accusing them of reckless control that could collapse the economy. Sources suggest the IRGC has taken over key state functions, blocked his resignation, and sidelined him from U.S. talks—leaving the president feeling powerless and “like a hostage.”
Iran Executes Two Over MEK-Linked Attacks
Iran executed two individuals accused of links to the opposition group Mojahedin-e-Khalq (MEK), with authorities alleging they carried out attacks on security forces amid connections to the U.S. and Israel, reported Al Jazeera.
War Displaces 20% of Lebanon’s Population — UNICEF
The war has displaced 20% of Lebanon’s population in three weeks, with around 19,000 children forced to flee daily, UNICEF told CNN. It also stated that reaching affected children, especially in southern areas, remains a major challenge.
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