Iran Israel war news highlights: One killed in strike on Iran's radio station in Bandar Abbas

Iran Israel war LIVE: Palestinian residents said Sunday that Israeli settlers torched buildings and cars in attacks on several villages in the occupied West Bank, with Israel's army condemning "violence of any kind" after the fact.

The reported arson late Saturday came in the midst of a spate of killings of Palestinians by Israeli settlers in the West Bank since the start of the Middle East war.

AFP journalists saw the charred remains of a house and several vehicles in the village of Fandaqumiya, southwest of Jenin. In the village of Jalud, a medical centre had been torched and Hebrew graffiti daubed on the mosque.

Hassan Al-Zoubi, whose home in Fandaqumiya was destroyed, told AFP that some 200 assailants had come from the nearby settlement of Homesh. (AFP)

Iran Israel war LIVE: Iran on Sunday issued a stringent warning to the United States, threatening to target critical energy infrastructure across the region in an "irreversible manner" following US President Donald Trump's 48-hour ultimatum to the Islamic Republic over the Strait of Hormuz.

In a post on X, the speaker of Iran's Parliament, Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, stated that any attack on Iranian power plants or infrastructure would prompt retaliatory strikes on regional energy facilities.

"Immediately after the power plants and infrastructure in our country are targeted, the critical infrastructure, energy infrastructure, and oil facilities throughout the region will be considered legitimate targets and will be destroyed in an irreversible manner, and the price of oil will remain high for a long time," Ghalibaf stated in his post.

His remarks come after Trump warned Iran of severe consequences if it fails to reopen the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz, a key global energy transit route.

Iran Israel war LIVE: Lebanon’s President Joseph Aoun has condemned Israel’s targeting of infrastructure and vital facilities in southern Lebanon, including the destruction of the Kasimiya Bridge over the Litani River and other crossings.

“These aggressions constitute a dangerous escalation and a flagrant violation of Lebanon's sovereignty,” Aoun said, adding that they are “a prelude to a ground invasion that Lebanon has long warned against through diplomatic channels to avoid being dragged into it.”

He said the actions reflect “a dangerous drift toward the systematic destruction of infrastructure, civilian facilities, and residential areas in Lebanese villages,” calling it “a policy of collective punishment against civilians” that is “rejected, condemned, unacceptable, and unjustified.”

Calling for global intervention, he said, “In the face of this escalation, Lebanon calls on the international community, particularly the United Nations and Security Council members, to shoulder their responsibilities and take immediate measures to deter Israel from carrying out this attack.”

Iran Israel war LIVE: Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said Tehran will firmly respond to threats amid the escalating conflict, asserting that pressure will only strengthen national resolve.

“The illusion of erasing Iran from the map shows desperation against the will of a history-making nation. Threats and terror only strengthen our unity. The Strait of Hormuz is open to all except those who violate our soil. We firmly confront delirious threats on the battlefield.”

Iran Israel war LIVE: US treasury secretary Scott Bessent said on Sunday that Washington has enough funds to sustain the war against Iran, but is seeking additional congressional support to maintain future military readiness.

“We have plenty of money to fund this war. This is supplemental. President Trump has built up the military, as he did in his first term, as he is now doing in his second term, and he wants to make sure that the military is well supplied going forward,” Reuters quoted Bessent as saying, in an interview with NBC News.

Iran Israel war LIVE: US treasury secretary Scott Bessent was asked if can give clarity on when oil prices may begin to ease, he said, “I don’t know whether it’s going to be 50 days. I don’t know whether it’s going to be a hundred days,” reported Bloomberg, citing his remarks on NBC.

Iran Israel war LIVE: US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said Washington is prepared to “take whatever steps it takes” to achieve its objectives against Iran, including dismantling its military capabilities.

Speaking on NBC’s Meet the Press on Sunday, Bessent said the goals include destroying Iran’s air force and navy, preventing it from acquiring nuclear weapons, and limiting “their ability to project power internationally,” reported news agency Bloomberg.

“There has been a campaign to the using military assets to soften up the Iranian fortifications along the strait that’s going to continue until they are completely demolished,” he said.

“Sometimes you have to escalate to de-escalate,” Bessent added.

Iran Israel war LIVE: Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan has held a series of diplomatic calls with counterparts from Iran, Egypt, the United States and the European Union to discuss steps to end the ongoing conflict, a Turkish diplomatic source said on Sunday, reported Reuters.

According to the source, Fidan spoke separately with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi, Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty, EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas, and US officials.

Iran Israel war LIVE: German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said on Sunday that he held a phone call with US President Donald Trump, during which they discussed the situations in Iran, Israel and Ukraine.

“We agreed to remain in close contact. Our exchange will continue soon,” Merz said in a post on X.

The call comes amid ongoing global tensions, with multiple conflicts continuing to unfold simultaneously.

Iran Israel war LIVE: NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte on Sunday played down tensions between US President Donald Trump and alliance members, amid differences over efforts to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.

Speaking in an interview with Fox News, Rutte said he had spoken to Trump several times this week and stressed it was “crucial” that the US was taking military action in Iran, citing concerns over its nuclear and ballistic missile programmes, reported Reuters.

Rutte further acknowledged that Trump had expressed frustration with allies, but said more than 20 countries are now “coming together to implement his vision” to ensure the key shipping route remains operational.

Iran Israel war LIVE: Iran’s Revolutionary Guards have warned that companies with US shareholding could be “completely destroyed” if Iranian energy facilities are targeted, reported Reuters.

Iran Israel war LIVE: Saudi Arabia’s ministry of defense said a drone was intercepted and destroyed in the country’s eastern region.

In a brief statement, the ministry’s official spokesperson confirmed the incident, without providing further details on the origin or target of the drone.

Iran Israel war LIVE: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said that Iran is expanding missile reach after it earlier fired at the UK-US air base on Diego Garcia in the Indian Ocean.

Referring to the reported strike, Netanyahu said, "That's 4,000 kilometres. I've been warning all the time. They now have the capacity to reach deep into Europe. They already have fired on European countries – Cyprus. They are putting everyone in their sights."

Israel has for years highlighted concerns over Iran’s ballistic missile programme, warning that weapons with potential nuclear capability could pose a serious threat not just to Israel but also to Europe.

Iran Israel war LIVE: Israel’s military struck a key bridge in south Lebanon on Sunday, news agency AFP reported citing its correspondent. The attack came hours after its defence minister Israel Katz said more such crossings over the Litani River would be targeted.

Smoke was seen rising from the site north of the city of Tyre following the bombardment of the Qasmiyeh bridge, which lies on a main highway connecting villages in the Tyre district to areas further north.

Israel had earlier said the bridge was being used by Hezbollah.

Iran Israel war LIVE: Commander of Iran’s Khatam al-Anbia Central Headquarters, Major General Ali Abdollahi, said the “country’s military doctrine has shifted from a defensive stance to an offensive one,” according to Tasnim news agency.

Speaking on Sunday, Abdollahi said battlefield tactics have been adjusted in line with the new doctrine of the Iranian Armed Forces.

He warned that Iran would “disrupt the enemy’s calculations” with advanced weapons, saying the military has developed new capabilities with the help of “motivated and devoted young scientists.” the report added.

Abdollahi added that adversaries are already beginning to feel the impact on the battlefield.

Iran Israel war LIVE: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Sunday said Israel would pursue senior commanders of Iran’s Revolutionary Guards “personally,” following missile strikes on southern towns.

Speaking during a visit to Arad, which was hit a day earlier, Netanyahu said, “We're going after the regime. We're going after the IRGC, this criminal gang.”

“We're going after them personally, their leaders, their installations, their economic assets. We're going after them personally,” he added while inspecting the damage.

Another town struck on Saturday was Dimona, widely believed to house Israel’s undeclared nuclear arsenal, where a direct hit caused extensive damage.

Iran Israel war LIVE: Israel’s military said it has begun a “wave of strikes” targeting Hezbollah positions in south Lebanon, reported AFP.

Meanwhile, the Israel Defense Forces said that it has “Eliminated: Abu Khalil Barji, Commander of the Special Forces in Hezbollah’s Radwan Force, along with 2 other terrorists in the area of Majdal Selm in southern Lebanon.”

According to the IDF, Barji had served for years as a commander in the Radwan Force and had recently led its special forces unit, which it said was primarily responsible for attacks on Israeli troops.

Iran Israel war LIVE: US President Donald Trump posted a strongly worded message on X, shifting focus to domestic politics amid the ongoing conflict with Iran.

"Now with the death of Iran, the greatest enemy America has is the Radical Left, Highly Incompetent, Democrat Party! Thank you for your attention to this matter. President DJT"

Iran Israel war LIVE: UK secretary of state Steve Reed on Sunday said Britain will not be pulled into the ongoing conflict involving Iran in West Asia, while stressing it will continue to protect its national and regional interests.

Responding to questions by Sky News on US President Donald Trump’s 48-hour ultimatum over the Strait of Hormuz, Reed said the UK’s focus remains on security and de-escalation as tensions intensify.

"Well, I think you need to ask President Trump about the things that President Trump is talking about. What we're doing is we have in place the necessary equipment and security structures to keep British nationals and British interests across the region and beyond safe," he said.

Iran Israel war LIVE: The UAE defence ministry said it intercepted four ballistic missiles and 25 drones on Sunday.

Since the start of the war, the ministry said a total of 345 ballistic missiles, 15 cruise missiles, and 1,773 drones have been intercepted.

It added that Iranian attacks have so far killed two armed forces personnel and six civilians, while 160 others have been injured.

Iran Israel war LIVE: A US-operated Patriot air defence system likely fired the interceptor missile linked to a pre-dawn explosion in Bahrain that injured dozens and damaged homes on March 9, according to an analysis reviewed by Reuters.

The blast in the Mahazza area on Sitra island left 32 people injured, including children, some of them seriously. Bahrain and the United States had earlier blamed an Iranian drone attack for the incident.

Bahrain has now acknowledged that a Patriot missile was involved, stating it intercepted a drone mid-air, the report added.

“The damage and injuries sustained were not a result of a direct impact to the ground of either the Patriot interceptor or the Iranian drone,” a government spokesperson said.

However, no evidence has been publicly provided by Bahrain or Washington to confirm the involvement of an Iranian drone in the incident.

Iran Israel war LIVE: The World Health Organization has said the war in the Middle East has reached a “perilous stage,” citing ongoing strikes around nuclear-related sites and growing risks to civilians.

The warning comes as Iranian missile strikes reportedly hit the towns of Arad and Dimona, wounding more than 100 people in one of the most destructive attacks on Israel since the war began on February 28, AFP reported.

Iran Israel war LIVE: European Union foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas held a phone call with Iran’s foreign minister Abbas Araqchi on Sunday, an EU official said.

The call comes amid escalating tensions in the region, with diplomatic channels remaining active even as military exchanges intensify.

Iran Israel war LIVE: Iran’s Parliament speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf has warned that critical infrastructure and energy facilities across the Middle East could be “irreversibly destroyed” if Iranian power plants are targeted.

His remarks, posted on X on Sunday, come after US President Donald Trump warned that Iran’s power plants could be struck if the Strait of Hormuz is not “fully open” within 48 hours.

Qalibaf said regional infrastructure would become “legitimate targets” in the event of an attack on Iran’s facilities, adding that any retaliation could drive up oil prices, at least temporarily.

Iran Israel war LIVE: Israeli defence minister Israel Katz said on Sunday that the military has been instructed to destroy additional bridges over the Litani river in south Lebanon that are allegedly being used by Hezbollah.

"Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and I instructed the IDF to immediately destroy all the bridges over the Litani River that are used for terrorist activity, in order to prevent Hezbollah terrorists and weapons from moving south," Katz said in a statement.

He added that the army has also been told to "accelerate the demolition of Lebanese houses in the contact villages in order to thwart threats to Israeli communities".