Iran Launches Attacks on Kuwait and Israel Following Trump Ultimatum

Iran has launched attacks against Kuwait and Israel, with both nations reporting that their air defense systems are actively responding to these assaults. This escalation follows an ultimatum issued by former U.S. President Donald Trump on March 26, who gave Iran ten days to reach a deal or face consequences. Trump reiterated this threat on Saturday via social media, warning that "time is running out" and indicating that severe retaliation would occur within 48 hours. Concurrently, an Israeli or U.S. strike targeted a petrochemical facility in southwestern Iran's Khuzestan province on Saturday, resulting in five fatalities, as confirmed by the deputy governor of the region. The situation underscores heightened tensions in the Middle East, with military actions and economic strikes occurring reciprocally between the involved parties.