Iran-US war latest: Trump says ‘Iran has lost everything’ and rules out ground invasion as ‘waste of time’
The Independent • • world
Key Points:
- US President Donald Trump stated that Iran has "lost everything" amid ongoing US strikes, ruling out a ground invasion as a "waste of time," while emphasizing continued military pressure and dismissing diplomatic negotiations.
- Japan confirmed the detention of a second Japanese national in Iran, calling for their early release and providing support to the detainees and their families; one detainee is identified as NHK's Tehran bureau chief.
- Indian government ordered refiners to maximize liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) production and restrict its sale to state-run companies amid concerns over a looming shortage, as India heavily depends on Middle Eastern LPG imports.
- Israeli and US forces intensified airstrikes targeting Iran and Lebanon, including attacks on Iranian drone and missile systems,
