2 min readNew DelhiUpdated: Apr 3, 2026 06:30 AM ISTThe Bridge linking Karaj to Tehran, bombed by the US on 2 April. (Photo: X/@araghchi)United States President Donald Trump late Thursday claimed responsibility for destroying Iran’s tallest bridge via airstrikes, a 136 metre-high $400m B1 suspension bridge between Tehran and Karaj.Warning the country of more destruction, Trump posted a video on Truth Social, which he claimed, showed an Iranian bridge dramatically “tumbling down,” and wrote: “There is nothing left of what still could become a great country.”Eight people were killed and 95 wounded, according to Karaj, Iran’s state media.Trump also warned Iran to make a deal “before it’s too late.” The strikes come a day after he threatened to bomb the country “back to the stone ages.”‘Only conveys defeat’: Iran reacts to airstrikesSoon after Trump claimed responsibility for the attack, Iran’s Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi took to X to assert that such attacks won’t compel the country to surrender. “Striking civilian structures, including unfinished bridges, will not compel Iranians to surrender,” he wrote.He added: “It only conveys the defeat and moral collapse of an enemy in disarray.” He also said that the civilian infrastructure that’s being destroyed in the war with the US and Israel “will be built back stronger.”Striking civilian structures, including unfinished bridges, will not compel Iranians to surrender.It only conveys the defeat and moral collapse of an enemy in disarray. Every bridge and building will be built back stronger. What will never recover: damage to America's standing. pic.twitter.com/872zuE36qD— Seyed Abbas Araghchi (@araghchi) April 2, 2026“What will never recover: damage to America’s standing,” Araghchi added.The Express Global Desk at The Indian Express delivers authoritative, verified, and context-driven coverage of key international developments shaping global politics, policy, and migration trends. The desk focuses on stories with direct relevance for Indian and global audiences, combining breaking news with in-depth explainers and analysis. A major focus area of the desk is US immigration and visa policy, including developments related to student visas, work permits, permanent residency pathways, executive actions, and court rulings. The Global Desk also closely tracks Canada’s immigration, visa, and study policies, covering changes to study permits, post-study work options, permanent residence programmes, and regulatory updates affecting migrants and international students. All reporting from the Global Desk adheres to The Indian Express’ editorial standards, relying on official data, government notifications, court documents, and on-record sources. The desk prioritises clarity, accuracy, and accountability, ensuring readers can navigate complex global systems with confidence. Core Team The Express Global Desk is led by a team of experienced journalists and editors with deep expertise in international affairs and migration policy: Aniruddha Dhar – Senior Assistant Editor with extensive experience in global affairs, international politics, and editorial leadership. Nischai Vats – Deputy Copy Editor specialising in US politics, US visa and immigration policy, and policy-driven international coverage. Mashkoora Khan – Sub-editor focusing on global developments, with a strong emphasis on Canada visa, immigration, and study-related policy coverage. ... Read MoreStay updated with the latest - Click here to follow us on Instagram© IE Online Media Services Pvt LtdTags:donald trumpAdvertisementLoading Recommendations...Apr 03: Latest NewsJapan thrash India 6-0 in U20 Women’s Women’s Asian CupAfter pushback from airlines, Govt puts on hold order mandating 60% free seats on flightsWhere do Praggnanandhaa, Vaishali and Divya Deshmukh stand after four rounds at the Candidates? A mixed bag so farFIR over circulation of leaked, misleading, edited FSSAI documents on social mediaIn the birthright citizenship hearing, a story of Asians fighting for rightsLive BlogIran-US-Israel War Today LIVE Updates: ‘More to follow’, warns Trump after US strikes destroy Iran’s tallest bridge15 minutes agoDubai News Iran War Live Updates: Several bridges in Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, UAE, Jordan are potential targets for Iran, say reports9 hours agoIran vs US-Israel War Live updates: After Trump speech, France’s Macron says it’s ‘unrealistic’ to open Strait of Hormuz by force9 hours agoAssembly Elections 2026 Live Updates: Kerala seeing BJP wave, people fed up with UDF-LDF, says PM Modi10 hours agoRamayana Teaser Live Updates: Fans says ‘Ranbir Kapoor can do anything’; compares Ramayana promo with Varanasi glimpse11 hours ago