Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz stated that Israel is prepared to renew military action against Iran, awaiting a green light from the U.S. to target Iran's energy and power facilities, aiming to cripple the regime.

Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz stated that Israel is prepared to renew military action against Iran, awaiting a green light from the U.S. to target Iran's energy and power facilities, aiming to cripple the regime.

The price of Brent crude oil fell by 1.7 percent to $72.52 per barrel, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude oil dropped more than 1.3 percent to $69.41 per barrel, coinciding with gains in Asian stock markets following positive U.S. company forecasts.
U.S. President Donald Trump questioned the U.S. involvement in the missile strike on the Minab Girls' School, stating there was no conclusive evidence to prove it was an American missile. The attack, which occurred on March 9, 2025, resulted in the deaths of 73 boys, 47 girls, 26 teachers, seven parents, one bus driver, and one other person.