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Explosions reported in central Israel after Iranian missile attack

The Strait of Hormuz remains open to all shipping except vessels linked to 'Iran's enemies', says Iran's representative to the UN maritime agency on Sunday

Our Web Desk, Agencies Published 22.03.26, 10:49 AM
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People stand at the scene of damage after Iranian missile barrages struck residential buildings in Arad, amid the U.S.-Israel conflict with Iran, in southern Israel, March 22, 2026.Credit: Reuters

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Last update 22.03.26 12:57 PM

Man killed in projectile launch from Lebanon against Israel

Israeli military says projectile launch from Lebanon toward community along northern border has been identified, causing damages and wounds.

A man has died in northern Misgav Am after his vehicle was hit by a projectile fired from Lebanon, the Channel 12 broadcaster has said.

“The man who was trapped inside the vehicle in Misgav Am has been confirmed dead,” it cited Eli Bin, the director of the ambulance service, as saying, reports Al Jazeera.

Photos published on the broadcaster’s Telegram channel shows two vehicles engulfed in flames.

Last update 22.03.26 12:31 PM

Iran says Hormuz open to all but ‘enemy-linked’ ships amid US threat

The Strait of Hormuz remains open to all shipping except vessels linked to "Iran's enemies", Iran's representative to the UN maritime agency said on Sunday, after US President Donald Trump threatened to target Iranian power plants if the waterway was not "fully open" within 48 hours.

The threat of Iranian attacks during the US-Israeli war on Iran has kept most ships from getting through the narrow strait, the conduit for around a fifth of global oil and liquefied natural gas supplies, threatening a global energy shock.

Ali Mousavi said Tehran was ready to cooperate with the International Maritime Organisation to improve maritime safety and protect seafarers in the Gulf, adding that ships not linked to "Iran's enemies" could pass the strait by coordinating security and safety arrangements with Tehran.

"Diplomacy remains Iran's priority. However, a complete cessation of aggression as well as mutual trust and confidence are more important," Mousavi said, adding that Israeli and US attacks against Iran were at the "root of the current situation in the Strait of Hormuz". 

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Last update 22.03.26 11:22 AM

Iran spokesperson says 'aggressors' must stop attacks for Iran to show restraint

Esmaeil Baqaei, Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Iran, has told Sky News that it is pointless to expect restraint from Iran while the country is being constantly bombarded by deadly air strikes, as reported by Al Jazeera.

Baqaei said the “aggressors” who started the attack must stop first before getting any response from Tehran.

Iran’s military earlier said that it will target energy interest of the US and Israel in the region if Trump follows through on his threat to attack Iranian power plants over the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz.

Last update 22.03.26 11:06 AM

Explosions reported in central Israel after Iranian missile attack: Report

Explosions have been heard in central Israel following an Iranian missile attack, according to Al Jazeera Arabic.

The blasts were reported shortly after missiles were launched from Iran towards Israeli territory.

There are no immediate reports of casualties or damage.

Last update 22.03.26 10:46 AM

LPG cargo ship from US arrives at New Mangalore Port

Pyxis Pioneer, a cargo ship carrying LPG from Nederland, Texas in the US arrived at New Mangalore Port in Mangaluru this morning.

Last update 22.03.26 10:44 AM

UAE faces aerial attacks from Iran

The UAE said it faced aerial attacks from Iran after the nation warned against allowing strikes from disputed islands near the strategic Strait of Hormuz.

The islands of Abu Musa and Greater Tunb, controlled by Iran but claimed by the UAE, have long been a source of dispute between the two countries.

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