In a recent statement, US President Donald Trump asserted that the United States is refraining from inflicting significant damage on Iran’s critical infrastructure. According to Arab media, Trump stated in a statement that while the US military has the capability to destroy Iran’s power plants within an hour, it would lead to years of reconstruction and human suffering, prompting him to hold back from taking such action.
The US President is reportedly considering a plan to seize control of Kharg Island, a critical oil export hub dubbed the “artery of the Iranian economy.” In an interview, Trump emphasized, “I have left many infrastructure projects in Tehran untouched because repairing them would take years.” He added, “During the invasion of Kharg Island, oil pipelines were not targeted to prevent significant damage.”
On the other hand, Iranian officials claim that US and Israeli attacks have caused significant damage to residential buildings, schools, and hospitals, among civilian infrastructure. Abbas Araghchi, an Iranian official, stated that Iran has never requested a ceasefire or negotiations in the ongoing war against the US and Israel. Iran has warned that if its power grid is targeted, the entire region could plunge into darkness.
According to Iran’s stance, these attacks are evidence that the US and Israel are targeting civilian life in the region, while Iran remains steadfast in its resistance policy and alerts the Muslim world to this reality.
The Saudi Royal Court of Astronomy and experts will observe the crescent moon on Tuesday, with the main committee’s meeting scheduled for after sunset. Iranian ballistic missiles have targeted several Israeli regions. Israeli President Benjamin Netanyahu has described the new Iranian ballistic missile as a significant challenge. The UAE’s Ministry of Defense has claimed to have destroyed 13 ballistic missiles using its defense system.
Iranian officials claim that a person was executed in Iran for allegedly spying for Israel. A large number of government officials, military leaders, and representatives from various social classes attended the funeral procession. Russia has conveyed its condolences to Ali Larijani, the head of Iran’s National Security Council, following his passing. Max du Plessis, a member of the UN Fact-Finding Mission, stated in an interview with journalists in Geneva that the investigation is in its early stages.
Pakistan’s President Asif Ali Zardari expressed deep sorrow and condolences on the attack on Dr. Ali Larijani, the senior Iranian leader. A US report alleged that Russia is sharing satellite images and advanced drone technology with Iran. Arab media, citing Israeli media, reported that the Israeli government is assessing the outcome of the operation.
According to a provincial deputy governor in Iran, the city of Dorud in Lorestan Province was attacked. US officials have stated that the resignation of Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel is a fundamental condition for the lifting of energy sanctions. Hamas has expressed condolences to the Iranian people on the death of Ali Larijani. China has announced that it will provide emergency humanitarian aid to Iran, Iraq, Lebanon, and Jordan during the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. US President Donald Trump announced that White House Chief of Staff Susan Rice has been diagnosed with early-stage breast cancer. DG ISPR stated that the Afghan Taliban have used drones provided by India against Pakistan in recent days.
