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The United States has suspended security coordination and funding to Iraq, Arab media reported, following a warning that the US embassy in Baghdad would be attacked and after Iraq’s pro-Iranian militia displayed its capabilities by showcasing a map of American aircraft and drones operating in Iraqi airspace. The Secretary-General of the Kataib Hezbollah militia stated in an interview with Arab media that his group can now track the drones that are monitoring them. The US government has also halted funding for Iraqi security institutions and has suspended the transfer of funds until a new Iraqi government is formed.
According to a British newspaper, The Guardian, the US government has instructed a defense contractor company to consider evacuating its personnel in Kuwait and Iraq immediately due to the increased risk of being targeted by Iranian-backed armed groups. The Islamic Resistance Group, Iraq, has claimed that its forces have repeatedly targeted key infrastructure at US bases in Iraq, including a central radar system, over the past two weeks.
Reports indicate that US military bases, particularly in Baghdad and Arbil, have been hit by drone attacks and fire. Personnel stationed at different bases in Iraq claim that drone activity, firing, and explosions have become the new norm, leading to increased psychological pressure and fear.
US President Donald Trump has called for the release of eight Iranian women on death row. The US news agency has reported that two regional officials have made this claim. US forces have launched a maritime operation in the Indo-Pacific region, according to a statement by the Pentagon, which said that US forces had seized the oil tanker “MT Tiffany” that was under sanctions.
In London, counter-terrorism police arrested eight individuals suspected of involvement in arson attacks. US President Donald Trump has stated that the issue with Iran will be resolved in a big deal and that he does not want any further extension of the ceasefire. Investors are focusing on Iran-US negotiations and are hopeful of a successful outcome.
All Gulf countries are in regular contact with different parties, and this crisis is ours and in our region, which is why we are directly in contact: Qatari Ministry of Foreign Affairs Spokesperson. British Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson has instructed schools to keep mobile phones away from students throughout the day. The British government has banned American far-right social media personality Valentine Gomez from entering the country to participate in a controversial right-wing rally scheduled for next month.
India’s Chief of Defense Staff has called for the improvement of tri-service coordination to counter security threats. German Foreign Minister Heiko Maas has suggested that Iran negotiate with the US in Islamabad. Iranian state TV claims that an American tanker entered Iranian waters despite US threats. The US-Pakistani-Iranian delegation has not yet arrived in Islamabad for negotiations. US President Donald Trump says he may attend peace talks in Pakistan if a deal is reached with Iran. Belgium’s Foreign Minister has condemned Israeli actions in Lebanon and called for an initial condemnation of Hezbollah’s attacks.
The Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs has expressed hope that normal shipping operations through the Strait of Hormuz would resume as soon as possible. US President Donald Trump has stated that the issue with Iran will be resolved in a big deal and that he does not want any further extension of the ceasefire. All Gulf countries are in regular contact with different parties, and this crisis is ours and in our region, which is why we are directly in contact: Qatari Ministry of Foreign Affairs Spokesperson.
US news agencies have reported that two regional officials have made this claim. The Election Commission had de-notified Marriyum Aurangzeb as a Senator on March 25, 2026. An Instagram page shared photos of Isabel, Anushka Sharma, German Vlogger Lzlez, and actress Avneet Kaur while writing, “Virat Kohli’s women have always been a class apart.” PTI chief’s instructions are to follow whoever makes the decision: PTI Chairman.
