Iran has issued a stern warning to its allies, cautioning them that supporting the United States will lead to severe repercussions. The country’s Vice President, Eshaq Jahangiri, stated that if Iran’s oil fields or infrastructure are damaged, it will retaliate with four times the damage. This comes as US President Donald Trump warned that Iran’s oil exports could be affected due to increased pressure, and its economy could face severe crisis.
The Iranian Parliament Speaker, Mohammad Bagher Qalibaf, responded by stating that Iran has multiple “cards” to disrupt oil supplies, including the Strait of Hormuz and other routes. He claimed that if these routes are blocked, global oil prices will surge, particularly during the summer months when demand is high.
In a separate incident, 22 Sri Lankan nationals were arrested in Colombo on charges of drug smuggling. The US-based CNN reported that the US and Iran are not as far apart as they seem. Trump’s statement suggested that Iran has asked for the immediate opening of the Strait of Hormuz.
In Mecca, six Pakistanis were arrested during a security operation by the Hajj Security Forces. Former US Deputy Secretary of State Wendy Sherman stated that Trump wants Iran to surrender its arms completely, a scenario that will never happen.
The United Arab Emirates has announced its withdrawal from OPEC and OPEC+, with the decision to take effect from May 1, 2026. According to the UN’s UNICEF, 10 million girls in Afghanistan have been affected by the Taliban’s restrictions.
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bensen made a significant claim about Iran’s petrochemicals. Japan has tightened its policy against undocumented foreigners, expelling a record 318 individuals last year, three times more than two years ago. Qatar has reiterated its strong support for Pakistani mediation in US-Iran talks.
In a tragic incident in the Indian state of Odisha, a poor tribal man was forced to dig up his sister’s grave to withdraw money from her bank account. The organization aims to ensure political, economic, security, and counter-terrorism cooperation among member states. Iran has proposed a plan to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, a move that comes two months after the war was imposed on the country.
The US is facing a crucial deadline of May 1, as the president cannot extend military operations beyond 60 days without Congressional approval. US Treasury Secretary Scott Bensen made a significant claim about Iran’s petrochemicals. Former US Deputy Secretary of State Wendy Sherman stated that Trump wants Iran to surrender its arms completely, a scenario that will never happen.
