Briefing: Middle East war live: Trump says US, Iran are talking as Tehran fires new missile strikes on Israel

On March 24, 2026, Iran conducted missile strikes targeting Israel, marking a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict that has now entered its fourth week.

President Trump indicated that discussions between the US and Iran could lead to a winding down of US military operations, which may affect the strategic landscape in the region.

The resilience of regional infrastructure is now under scrutiny, as ongoing military actions could disrupt operational capacity and necessitate a reevaluation of defense strategies.