Here are the latest developments in the U.S.–Israel–Iran war on Tuesday at 3 AM ET, as the conflict enters its eleventh day.
On Monday, President Donald Trump said the war against Iran is “pretty much” complete and could end soon, claiming Tehran’s military and missile capabilities have been severely weakened. However, Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) responded that it, not Washington, will decide when the war ends.
Meanwhile, Iran’s Deputy Health Minister Ali Jafarian said that at least 1,255 people have been killed in Iran since the war began on February 28, reported Al Jazeera.
Australia Deploys Jets & Missiles To Gulf
Australia will support Gulf countries and protect its citizens against Iranian threats, with PM Anthony Albanese announcing the deployment of a long-range E-7A Wedgetail surveillance aircraft and personnel for four weeks to secure regional airspace. Additionally, advanced medium-range air-to-air missiles will be sent to the UAE after a call with its president, to aid collective self-defense, The Guardian reported.
Hezbollah Fires Rockets At Israel
Lebanese armed group Hezbollah reported multiple rocket attacks targeting northern Israel and southern Lebanon, including Al-Malikiyah, a “newly established site” in Jabal al-Bat, Israeli troops near al-Abbad, and a site in Tell el-Hamames near Khiam, reported Al Jazeera.
US Redeploys Weapons From South Korea To Middle East
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung said Seoul cannot stop the U.S. from redeploying weapons, including Patriot missiles, to the Middle East amid reports that the U.S forces in Korea are shipping some weapons out of the country. South Korea hosts ~28,500 U.S. troops and key air-defense systems. Lee stressed this won’t weaken deterrence against North Korea, given South Korea’s strong forces, reported Reuters.
IDF Dismantles Hezbollah Launcher
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) in southern Lebanon located and dismantled a Hezbollah rocket launcher used to fire at Israel, and killed a Hezbollah militant involved in the attacks.
G7 Energy Ministers To Meet On Oil
Energy ministers from the Group of Seven (G7) will hold a virtual meeting on Tuesday to discuss releasing oil reserves to address supply disruptions caused by the war in Iran. Finance ministers discussed the idea Monday but made no final decision, though sources said the talks have been positive, with any coordinated action likely after the energy ministers’ meeting, reported CNBC.
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