US-Iran war live updates: Donald Trump lashes Australia and NATO, US escalates threats against Tehran

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese avoided questions regarding the risk to human life if US President Donald Trump follows through with his threat to destroy Iran’s energy infrastructure and bridges.

“We want to see a de-escalation. We’ve called for that, we want to see clear objectives,” Mr Albanese said on Tuesday.

“The objectives that President Trump outlined at the beginning of the process have largely been achieved,” he added.

Anthony Albanese says work has been carried out by Government and the Australian public to ensure fuel security.

“Australia is facing a more uncertain world, and therefore the certainty of those clear, close relationships are more important than ever,” Mr Albanese said.

“We are currently in a secure position. However, engaging with our international partners is an important part of keeping our fuel supply flowing.”

The Prime Minister will travel to Singapore on Thursday, where he says he will have conversations

Energy Minister Chris Bower shared the latest numbers as of Tuesday morning.

NSW: 125 stations with no diesel, 34 with no fuel.

VIC: 40 stations with no diesel, 29 with no unleaded.

QLD: 34 stations with no diesel, 30 without unleaded.

SA: Seven stations with no diesel, five with no unleaded.

WA: 20 stations with no diesel, 32 with no unleaded.

TAS: Seven stations with no unleaded, two with no unleaded.

NT: Four stations with no diesel and four with no unleaded.

ACT: Four stations with no diesel, one with no unleaded.

Mr Bowen said that now there are 241 stations around Australia with no diesel, 3 per cent of all stations. He added that Australia now has stocks of 39 days for petrols, 30 days of jet fuel, and 29 days worth of diesel.

US President Donald Trump shared a key update on the war with Iran with a giant Easter Bunny by his side at the White House.

The US President was participating in the traditional Easter Egg Roll event at the White House when he stood next to the giant bunny to tell hundreds of kids about the war.

“I don’t think it gets much more hostile than Iran,” he told the kids and crowds.

“They are capable fighters.

“That enemy is strong. Not so strong like they were about a month ago, I can tell you, in fact, right now they are not too strong at all in my opinion, but were soon going to find out, aren’t we?”

Mr Trump was later seen with kids around the White House lawns, signing caps that he said the kids could sell on eBay, and agreeing with one child who said he was the best president.

Iran’s Ministry of Sports and Youth has called on Iranians to form a “human chain” around power plants and energy facilities as US President Donald Trump threatens to blow them up.

Deputy of youth affairs, Alireza Rahimi, called on Iranian youth, including athletes, artists and students, to gather around sites from 2pm local time on Tuesday. That is just 13 hours before Mr Trump’s deadline for the Strait of Hormuz to reopen.

“This action (the human chain) has been formed at the suggestion of the youth themselves,” Mr Rahimi said.

“A number of university youth, young artists, and youth organizations proposed that we form a human ring or human chain around the country’s power plants

“This symbolic action is called the ‘Human Chain of Iran’s Youth for a Bright Future.’ We hope that with the participation of young people across the country, this human chain will be formed around the power plants, and it will be a sign of the youth’s commitment to protecting the country’s infrastructure and building a bright future.”

The Federal Government has attempted to bring calm to Aussies as fuel supply remains a major issue, with new fears growing that rationing is just days away. Here’s what we know.

Energy Minister Chris Bowen on Monday said that the country’s fuel supply, which is heavily dependent on other countries, is secure for April and into May. However, the guarantee of a secure supply beyond that point has not yet been confirmed.

Australia imports the majority of fuel from nearby Asian neighbours, most prominently from South Korea, Singapore and Malaysia.

Ships carrying fuel also move at a very slow pace, usually around 13 - 17 knots, something that is similar to a bicycle’s standard pace, moving around 20km/h.

Australia usually secures supplies around 30 days in advance.

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If you are just joining us, tensions remain high as US President Donald Trump escalates threats against Iran and ceasefire efforts falter.

Here is a recap of the latest developments:

• Trump threatens strikes on Iran infrastructure

Mr Trump said bridges and power plants across Iran would be targeted if Tehran does not accept a ceasefire deal by 8pm Tuesday Washington time.

• Australia named among allies who ‘didn’t help’

Mr Trump again criticised NATO as a “paper tiger” and singled out Australia among countries he said failed to support the US early in the conflict.

• Iran rejects ceasefire proposal

Iranian state media reports Tehran has rejected a 45-day ceasefire proposal, signalling no immediate de-escalation.

• Iran reports more military casualties

Four Iranian officers were killed in an operation responding to US aircraft, according to the Fars news agency.

• Focus on the rescue of downed US fighter jet crew

Mr Trump and senior military officials have also spoken about the operation to rescue two personnel aboard a US F-15 fighter jet shot down over Iran last week.

Stay with us as we bring you the latest updates.

Iran has rejected a proposed 45-day ceasefire, according to state media, as the United States continues to consider whether it will accept the deal.

Iran’s official IRNA news agency reported the response, delivered via intermediary Pakistan, calls for a permanent end to the war rather than a temporary pause in fighting.

The proposal includes 10 conditions, such as lifting sanctions, ensuring safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz, reconstruction commitments and broader de-escalation across the region.

The development is likely to increase pressure on Donald Trump, who has been pushing Tehran to agree to a ceasefire.

Mr Trump is expected to address the conflict in an upcoming speech, after warning earlier that he was prepared to rain “hell” on Tehran if an agreement is not reached by 8pm Tuesday Washington DC time.

US President Donald Trump delivered a series of combative remarks overnight, addressing the war with Iran, ongoing negotiations and a leak involving a US rescue mission.

On whether the war is escalating

“I can’t tell you. I can’t tell you. I don’t know. It depends what they do.”

On Iran’s peace proposal

Mr Trump said Iran had been negotiating “in good faith” and had made a “significant proposal” but insisted it was “not good enough”.

On potential strikes

He repeated warnings the US could target Iranian infrastructure if Tehran does not reopen the Strait of Hormuz by his deadline of Wednesday 10am AEST.

Mr Trump said Iran could be “taken out in one night”, adding: “I hope I don’t have to do it”.

On war crime concerns

Critics argue targeting civilian infrastructure would constitute a war crime, a suggestion Mr Trump rejected.

“I’m not worried about it. You know what’s a war crime? Having a nuclear weapon.”

On Iranian civilians

Without providing evidence, Mr Trump claimed Iranians wanted US strikes to continue.

“They would be willing to suffer that in order to have freedom.”

On the media leak

Mr Trump also threatened action against the journalist who revealed details of the rescue of a downed US pilot.

“We’re looking very hard to find that leaker,” he said.

“Give it up or go to jail.”

A dramatic rescue mission to retrieve the crew of a downed US fighter jet in Iran has left casualties on both sides, underscoring the growing intensity of the conflict.

US officials say an American weapons officer from the F-15E aircraft and two helicopter crew members were injured after rescue aircraft came under heavy gunfire.

Iran claims four of its army officers were killed during the operation near Isfahan, saying they died in strikes carried out by US aircraft as the mission unfolded.

Donald Trump said the US has opened an investigation into how details of a missing airman were disclosed to the media, warning the leak may have jeopardised the rescue operation in Iran.

“We’re looking very hard to find that leaker,” Mr Trump said, adding he would seek to compel the media outlet that first reported the mission to reveal its source.

“Give it up or go to jail,” Mr Trump said.

“They put that man at great risk, and they put the hundreds of people that went in looking for him.