Andriy Kovalenko called Tehran's statement an attempt to "inflate its value. " Iran receives military assistance from strategic partners to counter the United States.
Iran's Foreign Minister confirmed defense cooperation with Moscow and Beijing. The Strait of Hormuz has been closed to Israeli and American vessels.
The Russian Consulate General in Iran has suspended receiving citizens due to the tense situation. Earlier, fragments of an Iranian missile hit the building of the US consulate in Israel.
The US has eased restrictions on Russian oil to stabilize the market until April 11. Donald Trump promises to reinstate sanctions after the crisis in Iran is over.
More than 30 people have been arrested in Iranian provinces for transmitting data on military facilities. Tehran links these actions to a destabilization campaign by the United States.
On Saturday, debris from an Iranian missile damaged the residence of the US consulate in Israel. Iran also claimed attacks on a communications center and a police unit.
Gideon Sa'ar denied rumors of an interceptor shortage and direct talks with Lebanon. Israel continues to act jointly with the US against Iranian threats.
Oil prices are rising due to possible attacks on Middle Eastern energy facilities and the blocking of the Strait of Hormuz. Brent and WTI futures have reached their 2022 peak.
Ali Larijani stated that Americans are likely preparing an incident to blame Tehran. No evidence has been provided to support this claim.
President Zelenskyy approved sanctions against 130 individuals and 48 companies from Russia and Iran. The restrictions apply to weapons developers and 10 Russian Paralympians.
Representatives from Washington and Beijing are discussing tariffs, technology, and agricultural purchases. The meeting is intended to prevent an escalation before Trump's visit to China.
Tehran rejected accusations of striking the Lanaz refinery in Erbil. The plant's operations have been halted due to a fire and the need to assess the damage.
Minister Madeleine King affirmed Australia's reliability as a gas supplier amid the conflict in the Strait of Hormuz. The country is launching a new Scarborough project.
Terminal operations have been restored after the fire caused by drone debris was extinguished. The port is strategically important for oil supplies bypassing the strait.
Senator Chris Murphy stated Trump's miscalculations regarding Iran's ability to close the Strait of Hormuz. This threatens a global recession and rising oil prices.
Donald Trump called Tehran's terms insufficient and demanded a complete renunciation of nuclear ambitions. According to the head of the White House, the United States has almost completely destroyed Iranian missile production.
Bern rejected US requests for airspace crossing due to its neutrality policy. Further military flights without a clear purpose will also be blocked.
The Israeli air defense system is depleted after Iranian attacks and Tehran's use of cluster munitions. The US is assessing its own reserves for possible assistance to its ally.
The President stated that Iran is using Russian drones against American targets. Intelligence confirmed the exchange of components and data between the countries.
The US initiates collective protection of the strait after defeating Iran. Oil-importing countries must independently ensure security with Washington's support.
Iran called for evacuation from three UAE ports due to alleged US attacks. Debris from a downed Iranian drone caused a fire at an oil facility in Fujairah.
The Trump administration and Tehran refused to mediate in the conflict. The war caused a halt in oil exports due to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz.
Two drones attacked Ahmed Al-Jaber Air Base, wounding three soldiers. Air defense intercepted three aircraft, and two others fell outside the danger zone.
Tehran has restricted passage through the strait for hostile vessels. Minister Araghchi promises strikes on American companies in case of attacks on Iran's energy grid.
Two Indian-flagged vessels successfully crossed the strategically important strait. The tankers Shivalik and Nanda Devi are transporting liquefied gas to the country.
Donald Trump expects many countries to contribute ships to guard the strait. The US plans to bomb the coastline and destroy Iranian warships.
Farmers in Asia and Europe are facing a shortage of diesel for machinery due to the conflict. This will lead to rising food prices and disruption of planting in the world.
The head of Iran's national security committee, Ibrahim Azizi, accused Ukraine of assisting Israel with drones. He stated Iran's right to attacks under the UN Charter.
Maintaining seized vessels with Venezuelan oil costs more than their value. The administration cannot sell the cargo without a court order.
A fire broke out in the UAE due to drone debris falling on the port's territory. Some oil operations have been suspended, and there is no information about casualties.