World News Today Live Updates: Trump says he is in ‘deciding mode’ over Iran

Months of deadlock between Washington and Tehran have shown no signs of easing, even as the standoff deepens a worldwide energy crunch, batters large parts of Iran's economy.

Iran has issued a stark warning that it will respond with “painful” force against US bases and interests if Washington and its allies move forward with a new large-scale military strike, with Tehran’s security establishment saying it has received credible information that such an attack is currently being prepared. The warning comes as the monthslong standoff between the US and Iran shows no sign of breaking, even as fresh violence flares across the wider region  from the occupied West Bank to the Red Sea  and global energy markets remain rattled by the ongoing conflict.

Meanwhile, On Sunday, Trump said he was in “deciding mode” over the next phase of the conflict, teasing that “very big things” could unfold soon. He outlined three possible paths forward: a total military defeat of Iran, a sustained economic squeeze to weaken the country, or a negotiated deal to end the war.

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Key world developments:

• Iran’s military vows a harsh response to any new attack, citing unspecified intelligence of preparations underway.
• An Israeli settler is fatally shot near an illegal West Bank settlement; a Palestinian is killed in a car-ramming incident near Jenin.
• Parliament Speaker Ghalibaf says Iran must land major military blows before any talks with Washington.
• Saudi-led coalition intercepts a Houthi ballistic missile aimed at Riyadh, foils other attacks on Saudi cities.
• US Mission in UAE warns Americans of possible flight cancellations and airspace closures amid rising tensions.

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Live Updates
Sep 21, 2026 05:16 AM IST
US Embassy requires special authorization for staff travel to Saudi cities of Taif, Yanbu

Citing the deteriorating security situation in Saudi Arabia, the US government has announced that its employees stationed in the kingdom must now obtain special authorization before travelling — for both official and personal purposes — to the cities of Taif and Yanbu. The US Mission said regular and emergency consular services remain available to American citizens, who are urged to contact their nearest embassy or consulate for assistance, and strongly encouraged all US citizens in the country to stay vigilant and follow the safety guidance outlined in the full travel alert.

Sep 21, 2026 05:13 AM IST
Iran informed that US plans to resume action: State media

Iran received information that the United States, with the backing of some regional countries, was preparing to resume actions against Iran, the country's central military command said in a statement on Sunday, according to state media.

The military said that any US attack would trigger sustained strikes on US bases and interests in the region, the report added, warning that regional countries supporting US aggression against Iran would be considered parties to the conflict.

Sep 21, 2026 05:11 AM IST
Impact of Hormuz crisis on some expansion plans

The crisis over the Strait of Hormuz could delay some QatarEnergy expansion projects because critical equipment is unable to reach Qatar, its CEO Saad al-Kaabi said, adding that QatarEnergy was currently producing only a "very minute" volume of liquefied natural gas.

A few LNG trains under QatarEnergy's North Field East (NFE) expansion are due to start up in 2027, with the North Field South (NFS) expansion set to begin production in 2028, Kaabi said at the Qatar Economic Forum in New York.

Sep 21, 2026 05:00 AM IST
US virtual embassy in Iran issues alert urging citizens to leave country

The US virtual embassy in Iran has issued a security alert warning all citizens not to travel to Iran “for any reason” and to leave the country.

In a statement posted to its website, the embassy said that “Iranian-supported Houthis have engaged in hostilities against Saudi Arabia, including civilian airports. This military conflict has the potential to escalate rapidly”.

Sep 21, 2026 04:59 AM IST
Trump says he is in 'deciding mode' over Iran

In comments to Fox News Chief Foreign Correspondent Trey Tingst, Trump again said he is in a “deciding mode” and "very big things" are going to happen in the near future regarding the US-Iran war.

Trump also added that he will probably be open to meet with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian who will go to New York to take part in the UN General Assembly later this week. Regarding the recent escalation by the Houthis in Yemen, Trump stated that the Iran-backed group agreed not to fight the US.

Sep 21, 2026 04:58 AM IST

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