Explore

Iran Threatens Retaliation Against U.S. Tech Infrastructure Amid Middle East Tensions

Iran Threatens Retaliation Against U.S. Tech Infrastructure Amid Middle East Tensions

Iran has issued a warning of potential attacks on data centers across the Middle East in response to threats and air strikes from the United States. The Iranian military, through spokesperson Ebrahim Zolfaghari, stated that if the U.S. proceeds with its threats to target Iran's civilian infrastructure, Iran would retaliate by striking U.S. energy and tech infrastructure in the region. This announcement was made via a video that highlighted the Stargate data center in the United Arab Emirates, a $500 billion joint venture involving OpenAI, SoftBank, and Oracle. The video emphasized Iran's capability to target these facilities despite their concealment by Google. The tensions have escalated following President Trump's threat to attack Iran's civilian infrastructure if the Strait of Hormuz is not reopened, a critical shipping channel that has been blocked since the onset of the conflict in February.

Exclusive-Russia supplies Iran with cyber support, spy imagery to hone attacks, Ukraine says

Exclusive-Russia supplies Iran with cyber support, spy imagery to hone attacks, Ukraine says

By Tom Balmforth and John Irish LONDON/PARIS, April 7 (Reuters) - Russian satellites have made dozens of detailed imagery surveys of military facilities and critical sites across the Middle East to help Iran strike U.S. forces and other targets, according to a Ukrainian intelligence assessment.

UN Resolution on Hormuz Shipping Vetoed by China and Russia, U.S. Condemns Move

UN Resolution on Hormuz Shipping Vetoed by China and Russia, U.S. Condemns Move

China and Russia have vetoed a United Nations resolution aimed at protecting commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, citing bias against Iran. The resolution, proposed by Bahrain, received 11 votes in favor but was blocked by the vetoes. The U.S. Ambassador to the UN, Mike Waltz, condemned the vetoes, highlighting the disruption caused by Iran's closure of the strait, which affects global oil and gas supplies. The resolution had been revised to remove any authorization for the use of force, focusing on defensive coordination among states. Despite these changes, China and Russia opposed the resolution, proposing an alternative that addresses broader Middle East issues.

China and Russia veto UN resolution on protecting Hormuz shipping

China and Russia veto UN resolution on protecting Hormuz shipping

By David Brunnstrom April 7 (Reuters) - China and Russia on Tuesday vetoed a U.N. resolution encouraging states to coordinate efforts to protect commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, calling the measure biased against Iran, while Washington's ambassador to the world body called on "

Analysis-Hormuz closure divides the fortunes of Middle Eastern oil states

Analysis-Hormuz closure divides the fortunes of Middle Eastern oil states

By Ahmad Ghaddar and Yousef Saba LONDON, April 6 (Reuters) - The Strait of Hormuz's closure and the resulting surge in global oil prices have handed financial windfalls to Iran, Oman and Saudi Arabia, while other states that lack alternative shipment routes have lost billions of dollars, a Reuters

Trump agrees to two-week ceasefire, Iran says safe passage through Hormuz possible

Trump agrees to two-week ceasefire, Iran says safe passage through Hormuz possible

By Steve Holland, Parisa Hafezi, Enas Alashray, Ahmed Tolba and Jasper Ward WASHINGTON/DUBAI/CAIRO, April 8 (Reuters) - U.S.

Saudi Arabia Closes Bridge to Bahrain Amid Iranian Missile Threats as President Trump's Deadline Approaches

Saudi Arabia Closes Bridge to Bahrain Amid Iranian Missile Threats as President Trump's Deadline Approaches

Saudi Arabia has closed the King Fahd Causeway, the only road linking it to Bahrain, following Iranian missile strikes on its Eastern Province. This action comes as President Trump’s deadline for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz nears. Trump has threatened to bomb Iran's power plants and bridges if the strait is not reopened by the deadline. Iran has responded by urging its youth to form human chains around power plants to protect them. The closure of the bridge is a precautionary measure against further Iranian attacks targeting the Eastern Province. The geopolitical tension has led to a significant increase in oil prices, with Brent crude trading above $111 per barrel.

China and Russia Veto UN Resolution on Hormuz Shipping, Escalating Tensions

China and Russia Veto UN Resolution on Hormuz Shipping, Escalating Tensions

China and Russia have vetoed a United Nations Security Council resolution aimed at coordinating efforts to protect commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz. The resolution, proposed by Bahrain, was supported by 11 members but failed due to the vetoes from China and Russia, who argued that the measure was biased against Iran. The United States condemned the vetoes, with U.S. Ambassador Mike Waltz criticizing the move as a support for Iran's actions, which have disrupted global shipping and energy supplies. The resolution had been softened to remove any authorization for the use of force, focusing instead on encouraging defensive coordination among states. Despite these changes, China and Russia maintained their opposition, proposing an alternative resolution addressing broader Middle East issues.

Factbox-How many people have been killed in the Iran war?

Factbox-How many people have been killed in the Iran war?

By Nayera Abdallah and Menna AlaaElDin April 5 (Reuters) - Thousands of people have been killed across the Middle East in the Iran war, which began when the U.S. and Israel struck Iran on February 28.

US aviator rescued as Trump vows strikes on Iran’s infrastructure if Strait of Hormuz isn't reopened

US aviator rescued as Trump vows strikes on Iran’s infrastructure if Strait of Hormuz isn't reopened

The United States says it has rescued a service member missing behind enemy lines since Iran downed a fighter jet

Gulf States Confront Iranian Missile and Drone Threats Amid Infrastructure Risks

Gulf States Confront Iranian Missile and Drone Threats Amid Infrastructure Risks

The Gulf States, including the UAE, Bahrain, Kuwait, and Saudi Arabia, are facing ongoing threats from Iranian missile and drone attacks. These attacks have targeted critical energy and infrastructure sites, posing significant challenges to the region's security. Recently, the UAE's Defense Ministry reported dealing with new missile and drone attacks from Iran, with air defenses actively intercepting these threats. In Kuwait, Iranian drones attacked the Mina al-Ahmadi refinery and a power generation and water desalination plant. Additionally, operations at the Habshan gas facilities in Abu Dhabi were temporarily suspended after debris from an interception caused fires and casualties. Emirates Global Aluminium also reported severe damage to its Al Taweelah site due to these attacks.

Iranian Drone Attack Sparks Fire at Kuwaiti Oil Complex, No Casualties Reported

Iranian Drone Attack Sparks Fire at Kuwaiti Oil Complex, No Casualties Reported

An Iranian drone attack has caused a fire at the Shuwaikh Oil Sector Complex in Kuwait, according to Kuwaiti authorities. The facility, which houses the Kuwait Petroleum Corporation and the Oil Ministry's headquarters, suffered damage, but no casualties were reported. The attack also affected two power plants and water desalination facilities. In related incidents, Bahrain's Bapco Energies reported a fire at a storage facility following an Iranian attack, and Saudi Arabia intercepted an Iranian cruise missile. These events highlight increasing regional tensions and the potential for further conflict.