KeyLang Daily News - 2026年3月21日

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Hello, and welcome to KeyLang Daily News for March 21st, 2026. I'm bringing you the top 20 stories from around the world today. The ongoing Middle East conflict continues to dominate global headlines, while diplomatic efforts intensify across several regions. Let's begin with today's news.

⚔️ UK approves US use of British bases to strike Iranian missile sites

British ministers authorized the United States to use UK military bases for strikes on Iranian missile facilities targeting ships in the Strait of Hormuz. The decision marks a significant policy shift for Prime Minister Keir Starmer, who previously opposed UK involvement in military operations against Iran. Iran's Foreign Minister warned the move puts British lives at risk.

🌍 US military prepares plans for ground troops in Iran

The Pentagon has developed detailed plans involving ground troops in the Iran conflict, according to officials. The plans include options for handling captured Iranians and paramilitary forces. The White House emphasized these are standard preparations and President Trump has not made deployment decisions. Over 4,000 Marines are being ordered to the Middle East.

💰 Global oil prices surge as Middle East war escalates

Oil prices reached one hundred fifty-eight dollars per barrel as the US-Israeli conflict with Iran intensifies. Energy infrastructure remains a key target in the ongoing strikes. The price surge from seventy-two dollars just three weeks ago reflects growing market concerns about prolonged disruption to global energy supplies.

🌍 Iran's Supreme Leader denies role in Turkey and Oman attacks

Iran's new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei denied Iranian involvement in recent attacks in Turkey and Oman. He called these incidents false flag operations by Israel aimed at creating discord between Iran and its neighbors. This represents one of his first major statements since assuming power following his father's assassination last month.

🌍 Saudi Arabia and UAE consider supporting US operations

Saudi Arabia has granted the US expanded access to King Fahd Air Base amid the Iran conflict, according to officials. The kingdom and UAE are reportedly shifting toward supporting US military operations as a way to counter Iranian strikes. Both nations previously opposed being used as launch platforms for attacks on Iran.

🌍 Pakistan PM rejects fuel price increases amid Middle East crisis

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif rejected recommendations to increase petrol and diesel prices by up to one hundred seventy-seven rupees per liter. The government will absorb sixty-nine billion rupees in costs to shield citizens from the global fuel crisis. Sharif announced plans to ensure relief reaches only deserving recipients.

🌍 Pakistan condemns India's water treaty suspension at UN

Pakistan criticized India's suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty at a UN event, calling it weaponization of water resources. India linked the suspension to terrorism allegations, which Pakistan rejected as baseless. The sixty-six-year-old treaty has survived multiple conflicts and is considered a rare example of successful water-sharing cooperation.

🌍 Multiple world leaders call for Middle East de-escalation

Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif held phone calls with leaders from Azerbaijan, Malaysia, Uzbekistan, Egypt, Bangladesh, and Lebanon discussing the Middle East situation. All leaders called for immediate de-escalation and emphasized dialogue and diplomacy. Pakistan condemned attacks on Azerbaijan and expressed solidarity with affected nations.

🌍 Trump criticizes NATO allies over Strait of Hormuz response

President Trump called NATO allies cowards for refusing to help reopen the Strait of Hormuz waterway. He warned that without US military support, NATO amounts to a paper tiger. The strategic waterway has remained effectively closed since the Iran conflict began, affecting global shipping routes.

🌍 Trump makes Pearl Harbor reference during Japan PM meeting

President Trump compared US strikes on Iran to the nineteen forty-one Pearl Harbor attack during a White House meeting with Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi. The comment came while discussing why some allies were not informed in advance about strikes on Iran. The meeting focused on trade and economic cooperation.

🌍 Polish mayor warns of rising anti-European sentiment

Warsaw Mayor Rafal Trzaskowski stated that Polish populist forces have broken the country's pro-European consensus. He argued that populist parties are competing to attract voters by adopting anti-European positions. Trzaskowski serves as an ally of Prime Minister Donald Tusk ahead of upcoming parliamentary elections.

⚔️ Twenty killed in Israeli attacks on Lebanon

Lebanese authorities report twenty deaths and fifty-seven wounded in Israeli strikes on Friday. The total death toll from Israeli attacks since March second has reached one thousand twenty-one people. Over one hundred thirty-four thousand displaced Lebanese remain in shelters across the country.

🌱 Rescued cheetahs find sanctuary in Somaliland

One hundred twenty-seven rescued cheetahs are housed in a protected sanctuary in Somaliland, survivors of illegal wildlife trafficking. The facility represents efforts to combat the brutal trade that threatens the endangered species. The cheetahs were saved from trafficking networks operating across the Horn of Africa region.

🌍 Japan PM focuses on economic ties during Trump summit

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi emerged positively from her White House meeting with President Trump. The summit emphasized trade, investment, and economic cooperation rather than military involvement in the Middle East. Takaichi had been concerned Trump might request Japanese military support in the region.

⚔️ Nigeria governor warns of Eid security threats

Borno State Governor Babagana Zulum warned of possible suicide attacks in Maiduguri during Eid celebrations. The warning was issued during a BBC Hausa Service interview monitored in Damaturu. Security concerns remain high in northeastern Nigeria during religious festivals.

🌍 European officials assess Iran's military capabilities

European analysts noted that Iran's command structure remains intact despite targeted assassinations of senior officials. Recent strikes on key Iranian leaders, including intelligence officials and military commanders, appear to have limited impact on operational capabilities. Iran continues conducting precise retaliatory strikes across multiple countries.

🌍 Trump approval rating remains steady during Iran conflict

A Reuters-Ipsos poll shows President Trump's approval rating increased one percentage point to forty percent since the Iran war began. Nearly two-thirds of Americans believe Trump will order ground troops into Iran. Only seven percent of respondents support large-scale ground operations.

💰 Qatar gas facility damage affects global supplies

Iranian missiles damaged Qatar's Ras Laffan refinery, affecting seventeen percent of the country's gas production. Qatari Energy Minister Saad al-Kaabi stated repairs will take three to five years to complete. The facility serves as a critical component of global liquefied natural gas supplies.

🌍 UAE prepares for extended Middle East conflict

The United Arab Emirates told US officials it is prepared for the war to last up to nine months, according to sources. UAE Foreign Minister Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed conveyed this message to Secretary of State Marco Rubio. The UAE has intercepted over three hundred ballistic missiles and seventeen hundred drones since the conflict began.

🌍 Omani official criticizes US involvement in Iran conflict

Omani Foreign Minister Badr al-Busaidi wrote that this is not America's war and criticized US allies for not restraining Washington. He argued that the US was dragged into a conflict with little to gain. Oman has positioned itself as a mediator and suffered attacks despite its de-escalation efforts.

That's all for today's world news. The Middle East conflict continues to reshape international relations, with energy markets feeling significant pressure and diplomatic efforts intensifying worldwide. Please join us again tomorrow for more updates from around the globe. Thank you for listening to KeyLang Daily News.