Author: Amjad Qaimkhani

By Amjad Qaimkhani WASHINGTON / MIDDLE EAST: American facilities across the Middle East have suffered substantial damage amid the ongoing conflict involving Iran, the United States, and Israel. According to a U.S. media report, which relied on satellite imagery, Iran carried out coordinated drone and missile strikes targeting U.S. and allied installations. The assessment suggests that at least 17 U.S. sites were impacted, including 11 military bases and related facilities. Officials described the damage as a stark reminder of the vulnerability of U.S. assets in the region, highlighting the risks posed by increasingly sophisticated Iranian drone and missile capabilities. The…

By Amjad Qaimkhani WASHINGTON: Reports from American media suggest that Iran has started deploying naval mines in the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz, a key route for global oil shipments. According to intelligence sources cited by CNN, only a few dozen mines have reportedly been placed so far, and the Iranian Revolutionary Guard maintains effective control over the waterway alongside its conventional navy. Experts warn that Iran has the capability to deploy hundreds of mines, and since the start of the conflict, the Strait has been largely non-operational. Currently, around 15 million barrels of crude oil and 4.5 million barrels…

By Amjad Qaimkhani WASHINGTON: Analysts have outlined five possible scenarios for how the ongoing conflict involving Iran could end, according to a report by a US news website. One scenario suggests that United States and Iran could return to negotiations and reach a new agreement to limit Tehran’s nuclear programme. Another possibility is that Washington could attempt to replace the Iranian leadership through pressure or covert operations. The report also suggested that the US might choose to work with a new leadership emerging from within Iran’s existing political system. Another scenario points to the possibility of widespread protests in Iran…

By Amjad Qaimkhani WASHINGTON: As the US military operation “Epic Fury” against Iran entered its second week, President Donald Trump appeared to signal a possible early end to the campaign amid mounting domestic and economic pressures. Media reports suggest that several of Trump’s closest advisers are urging him to outline a clear strategy for withdrawing US forces, arguing that the military has largely met its objectives and that a prolonged engagement may be unnecessary. The intervention comes as global oil prices have surged past $100 per barrel, raising concerns over inflation and the rising cost of living in the United…

By Amjad Qaimkhani WASHINGTON: U.S. President Donald Trump dismissed claims that Iran had laid naval mines in the Strait of Hormuz, saying there is no verified report to that effect. Trump added that if mines were in place, they should be removed immediately, warning that failure to do so would trigger unprecedented consequences for Iran. He said removing any mines would be a “significant step in the right direction.” Earlier, some U.S. media outlets, citing intelligence sources, had suggested possible Iranian efforts to deploy naval mines in the strategic waterway. At a press briefing, Trump’s statements appeared contradictory: he first…

By Amjad Qaimkhani WASHINGTON: Karoline Leavitt said US President Donald Trump is confident that the objectives of the ongoing war with Iran will be achieved quickly. Speaking to reporters, the White House spokesperson said the military operation would continue until the goals set by the US president are fulfilled. Leavitt also stated that the United States Navy has not provided protection to any ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz. She added that Trump and his energy team are closely monitoring global markets and are considering additional options as the situation develops. Meanwhile, the Pentagon said that around 140 US…

By Amjad Qaimkhani WASHINGTON: US President said he could be open to talks with , but stressed that any negotiations would depend on Tehran accepting terms aligned with American interests. Speaking in an interview with , Trump said he had heard that Iran “wanted to talk badly” and that he might consider negotiations under favourable conditions, even as military tensions in the continued to escalate. The US president said recent US strikes had achieved results “way beyond expectation” and expressed surprise at Iran’s missile and drone attacks against Gulf countries. Trump also criticised the appointment of as Iran’s new supreme…

By Amjad Qaimkhani WASHINGTON: The Pentagon spent about $5.6 billion worth of advanced ammunition during the first two days of US attacks on Iran, according to details shared with the United States Congress. The figures relate to the ongoing operation, Operation Epic Fury, during which US forces deployed large quantities of modern weaponry in the opening phase of the conflict. US officials said lawmakers in Congress had expressed concern about the rapid depletion of some of the country’s most advanced weapons systems as the fighting continued. According to American media reports, the administration of Donald Trump is expected to submit…

By Amjad Kaimkhani WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump described the recent spike in crude oil prices as temporary, saying that prices would fall sharply once the nuclear threat from Iran is resolved. He called the increase “a very small price for the peace and security of the US and the world.” Global markets have witnessed a significant rise in oil prices following escalating tensions in the Middle East. According to market data, WTI crude oil surged by 29.21%, reaching $117 per barrel, while Brent crude jumped 26.9% to $117.6 per barrel. US crude also rose by nearly 19%, climbing to…

By Amjad Qaimkhani WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump has expressed private displeasure over Iran’s selection of Mojtaba Khamenei as the country’s new supreme leader. Speaking to Fox News anchor Brian Kilmeade, Trump said he was “not happy” with the appointment, though no public statement has been issued. The move follows the Assembly of Experts’ vote to appoint Mojtaba Khamenei as successor to his father, Ali Khamenei, after his death during recent US and Israeli attacks. The 88-member clerical body confirmed the decision shortly after midnight Tehran time, making Mojtaba the third supreme leader in the Islamic Republic’s history after Imam…