Ceasefire under strain: Iran oil refinery hit hours after US truce begins

Ceasefire under strain: Iran oil refinery hit hours after US truce begins

An oil refinery on Lavan Island came under what Iranian authorities described as an “enemy attack” on Wednesday, just hours after a ceasefire with the United States took effect, media reports said.

by Trans World Features April 08, 2026

Inside the daring US mission to rescue downed airman in Iran amid race against time

Inside the daring US mission to rescue downed airman in Iran amid race against time

After a US F-15E Strike Eagle was shot down by Iran on Friday, one crew member remained stranded deep inside enemy territory for nearly two days.

by Trans World Features April 05, 2026

Gates of hell will open: Iran mocks Trumps 48-hour ultimatum, warns of devastating retaliation

Gates of hell will open: Iran mocks Trumps 48-hour ultimatum, warns of devastating retaliation

Iran on Saturday brushed aside an ultimatum from President Donald Trump, who had warned of severe consequences if Tehran failed to reach a peace deal and reopen the Strait of Hormuz within 48 hours.

by Trans World Features April 05, 2026