00:00Hello and welcome. You're watching World News. My name is Pankaj Mishra.
00:03We begin with the details from the Iran, America and Israel war.
00:12Iran has unveiled what it calls its most secure military infrastructure yet vast underground
00:18bases designed to withstand direct strikes from the United States and Israel. At the center of
00:24this network is the Eagle 44 airbase buried deep inside mountainous terrain. This is not a bunker.
00:32It is a fully operational air facility with fighter jets and drones housed inside reinforced tunnels
00:39directly connected to surface runways. What makes this significant is the capability factor,
00:46not just the concealment of it. These bases are designed to survive bunker buster bombs,
00:51launch retaliatory strikes and sustain operations even under heavy attack. But it doesn't stop
00:58there. Iran's so-called missile cities are strolling underground complexes where ballistic missiles,
01:04including Qadr and Imaad systems, are stored on rail networks for rapid deployment. Add to that
01:11a naval base nearly 500 meters underground equipped with missile-bearing fast boats strategically
01:19positioned to control the Strait of Hormuz. Even as tensions in the Middle East intensify,
01:26Iran has quietly revealed one of its most impressive military innovations, a secret underground airbase
01:34built to safeguard its air power deep beneath the earth. Known as Ogab 44 or Eagle 44, this facility is
01:44more
01:45than a bunker. It's a strategic vault for Iran's air force. The footage, originally released
01:52in February 2023, reveals Ogab 44, Iran's first publicly unveiled tactical underground airbase. Carved deep into
02:02the mountains of Hormuzgan province near the Strait of Hormuz, the base is a massive concrete labyrinth,
02:10complete with giant blast doors painted in the Iranian flag, and sprawling tunnels capable of housing
02:17fighter jets, bombers, and drones. Inside, rows of aging F-4 Phantom II jets, relics from the 1960s, taxi
02:27through the tunnels, while Iranian military officials stroll through the facility, inspecting
02:33aircraft and conducting operations. Dramatic shots show the jets emerging from the mountain entrance,
02:42giving the entire facility a Bond villain feel. While the video is old, it has resurfaced amid escalating
02:49U.S.-Iran tensions, feeding the narrative that Iran still has hidden air assets ready to strike,
02:56despite recent strikes on other military infrastructure. Analysts note, however, that the jets are outdated,
03:04and some personnel seen in the 2023 video are reportedly deceased in subsequent conflicts. Social media
03:12reactions have been mixed, some skeptical, highlighting the age of the footage and the vintage aircraft,
03:18while others marvel at the sheer scale and secrecy of Iran's underground operations.
03:29The recirculation of this video underscores Tehran's strategy of survival and deterrence.
03:36Even in the face of modern air campaigns, Iran maintains hardened subterranean air bases designed to
03:44protect key military assets and preserve its ability to launch retaliatory strikes.
03:53Qatar has confirmed that it was targeted by Iranian cruise missiles, marking a dangerous widening of the conflict footprint.
04:00According to Qatar's Defense Ministry, three missiles were launched, two were intercepted, but one made impact,
04:06striking an oil tanker, Aqua One, operating in Qatari waters. The vessel, leased by Qatar Energy, was hit early morning.
04:15All 21 crew members were evacuated safely. No casualties. No environmental damage for now.
04:22But strategically, the signal is far more serious. This is not just a military strike. It is a message to
04:29global energy markets.
04:30The Persian Gulf, the Persian Gulf is one of the world's most sensitive oil transit zones.
04:35Any disruption here immediately raises the stakes, economically and militarily.
04:41At the same time, Iran has ruled out any negotiations with the United States, even as joint U.S.-Israel operations
04:48intensify across the region.
04:52Early on April 1, 2026, Kuwait International Airport was struck by a precision drone attack targeting fuel storage tanks operated
05:02by the Kuwait Aviation Fueling Company, or CAFCO.
05:06The strike sparked a massive fire, sending thick black smoke into the sky, with videos of the blaze spreading widely
05:14online.
05:15According to Kuwait's General Directorate of Civil Aviation and the state news agency Kuna, the attack was carried out by
05:23Iranian drones and the armed groups it supports.
05:27Civil Aviation spokesperson Abdallah al-Raji described it as a blatant assault, highlighting repeated attacks on the airport's infrastructure by
05:37Tehran and its allied factions.
05:40While Kuwaiti air defenses intercepted most of the incoming drones, at least one successfully struck the fuel tanks, causing significant
05:49material damage.
05:50Fortunately, no casualties or injuries were reported.
05:54Emergency crews, including firefighters, army units, the National Guard and oil sector personnel, responded immediately and are actively containing the
06:05blaze.
06:05This strike continues a troubling pattern of repeated attacks on Kuwait International Airport over the past two months.
06:14Late February and early March saw drone strikes on passenger terminals.
06:18March 8th and 14th targeted fuel tanks, while March 25th and 28th damaged radar systems.
06:26Today's strike marks the latest in this sequence, demonstrating the strategic precision of Iranian drone operations.
06:34The attack is part of Iran's ongoing retaliatory campaign in response to U.S.-Israeli military aggression, which escalated sharply in
06:44late February 2026.
06:46Tehran has been targeting U.S.-linked infrastructure across the Gulf, including facilities in Bahrain, Saudi Arabia and maritime targets aiming
06:56to protect its interests and respond to foreign attacks.
07:00The escalation has also affected regional oil markets, pushing prices above $100 per barrel, while some Gulf flights have been
07:09curtailed due to safety concerns.
07:11Kuwait, hosting U.S. forces, has repeatedly condemned the attacks as violations of sovereignty and international law, summoning the Iranian
07:21ambassador at least three times since late February to lodge formal protests.
07:27As tensions in the Gulf remain high, this latest drone strike confirms Iran's active role in defending its interests amid
07:36escalating U.S.-Israeli operations.
07:38The cycle of strikes and counterstrikes shows no immediate signs of de-escalation, and analysts continue to monitor developments closely,
07:48highlighting the fragile balance in the region.
07:53Tel Aviv has been hit by multiple Iranian missiles in what is being described as one of the most intense
07:59barrages of the conflict so far.
08:01Sirens blared across central Israel as projectiles pierced through the Iron Dome defense system, striking near the city's core.
08:10This wave of attacks is being linked to Iran's ongoing operation through Promise 4.
08:15Visuals emerging from the ground show streaks of fire cutting across the skyline.
08:20Some intercepted, others making impact.
08:22The Iron Dome, long considered one of the world's most effective missile defense systems, appears to have struggled under the
08:30volume and complexity of this assault.
08:32And that's the key shift.
08:34This is no longer about isolated exchanges.
08:37This is saturation warfare designed to overwhelm, not just penetrate.
08:42For civilians, it means one thing.
08:45The war is far from distant now.
08:47A horrifying morning in Tel Aviv.
08:51Sirens tearing through the silence.
08:53Explosions shaking entire neighborhoods.
08:56As Iran unleashes a fresh wave of cluster missiles.
09:00Civilians caught off guard.
09:02Buildings hit.
09:03And chaos on the streets.
09:05It happened before sunrise.
09:07Air raid sirens blaring across central Israel.
09:11Moments later, multiple explosions.
09:14Iran's 88th wave of attacks, targeting the heart of greater Tel Aviv.
09:19The impact spread across multiple locations.
09:22Bnei Brak, Holon, Pedak Tikva, and parts of Tel Aviv itself.
09:27At least 11 sites reported damaged, as missiles and debris rained down.
09:33What made this strike different?
09:35Cluster munitions.
09:36Warheads breaking apart mid-air.
09:39Scattering explosive fragments across wide areas.
09:43Harder to intercept.
09:45More dangerous on the ground.
09:47Emergency services rushed in.
09:49At least 14 injured, including children.
09:52An 11-year-old girl.
09:54A 13-year-old boy.
09:56One person in critical condition.
09:59Shrapnel wounds as civilians ran for shelter.
10:02Buildings damaged.
10:04Windows shattered.
10:05Smoke rising from multiple sites.
10:07Secondary explosions as intercepted missiles fell back to the ground.
10:13A city caught between defense and destruction.
10:17Israel's air defense systems activated instantly.
10:21Many threats intercepted, but not all.
10:23The sheer volume overwhelming parts of the system.
10:26The strike comes after Israeli attacks on Iranian targets.
10:31And is being framed by Tehran as retaliation.
10:34A message that escalation is far from over.
10:38Back in Israel, pressure is building.
10:41Civilians exhausted.
10:43Sirens becoming routine.
10:45And questions growing.
10:47How long can this continue?
10:49A morning of fear.
10:51A city under fire.
10:53And a conflict spilling deeper into civilian life.
10:57Because in this war, there are no quiet nights left.
11:03Now this is a piece of concerning news.
11:07A senior figure linked to the United Nations has resigned and issued a warning that cuts
11:12to the core of the global security concerns.
11:15Mohammed Safa, associated with the organization Patriotic Vision, has stepped down from his UN-linked
11:22roles alleging that discussions within the system are factoring in the possibility of nuclear
11:28escalation in Iran.
11:30In his resignation letter, Safa claims the elements within the international framework
11:35are aligning with powerful lobbying interests and preparing for scenarios that include the
11:41use of nuclear weapons.
11:43These are serious claims, and they come at a time when tensions are already at a boiling
11:48point.
11:49Safa has been part of the UN ecosystem for years, representing an organization with consultative
11:55status at the Economic and Social Council.
11:58His exit, and the nature of his allegations, introduce a new dimension, one that moves beyond
12:05conventional warfare.
12:07A sudden resignation, a chilling warning, and a claim that could shape the war.
12:13A possible nuclear strike on Iran.
12:17Is this a real insider alert, or something else entirely?
12:22Mohammed Safa, a long-time representative connected to the United Nations, has stepped down after
12:28nearly 12 years.
12:29In a public statement, he said he could no longer continue his role because he feared being part
12:35of what he called a potential crime against humanity.
12:39Safa alleges that behind the scenes, there are preparations for the possible use of nuclear
12:45weapons in Iran.
12:46Let that sink in.
12:48A nuclear scenario, not just talk of war, but escalation to its most extreme level.
12:54He claims powerful interests are influencing decisions, and that global institutions may
13:00not be acting in the way people expect.
13:02But here's the key detail.
13:04He has not provided any documents or hard evidence to support this claim.
13:09To underline the stakes, Safa shared an image of Tehran, home to millions of civilians.
13:16His message was direct.
13:18This isn't a distant battlefield.
13:20It's a living, breathing city.
13:22Families, children, ordinary people.
13:26A nuclear strike here wouldn't be strategic.
13:28It would be catastrophic.
13:30Now, this is where context matters.
13:34Safa was not a UN official or government diplomat.
13:37He represented an NGO with consultative status at the UN.
13:42That means he had access to discussions and forums, but not necessarily classified plans
13:48or top-level decisions.
13:49So, the question becomes, how much did he actually know?
13:54As of now, there is no independent verification, no supporting leaks, and no official response
14:00from the United Nations.
14:02In other words, this remains an unproven claim.
14:05And in today's information landscape, that distinction matters more than ever.
14:10The timing is critical.
14:12Tensions involving Iran, the US, and Israel are already at a boiling point.
14:17Military strikes, drone warfare, and regional escalation are ongoing.
14:22So, when the word nuclear enters the conversation, it doesn't just raise concern.
14:27It triggers global fear.
14:29There are two ways to look at this.
14:31A whistleblower risking everything to warn the world, or a dramatic claim without evidence
14:37in a highly tense moment.
14:39Either way, it highlights something deeper.
14:42How fragile the current situation really is.
14:45Because in a world where nuclear weapons still exist, even the possibility of their use
14:50is enough to change everything.
14:52Is this a serious warning we should be paying attention to, or a story amplified by fear
14:58and uncertainty?
15:01So, from underground military networks built for endurance, to energy routes turning into
15:07active targets, to missile defenses being tested in real time, and now even the language
15:12of nuclear preparedness entering the discourse.
15:15The next moves will not just shape West Asia, they will define the balance of power far beyond
15:22it.
15:23Stay with us for verified, sharp, and fact-driven global coverage.
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