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On February 28, Israel and the United States carried out a series of strikes on Iranian territory. Major cities and military infrastructure were targeted, including military bases and command centres. In response, Iran launched missile strikes on Israeli territory as well as on several other countries in the region — including targets and airspace in the UAE, Jordan, Iraq, and Syria. Iranian state media reported that Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, was killed in the strikes. According to official statements from Tehran, the attack occurred while he was at his working residence.
As of March 3, the situation in the region remains extremely tense. The sides continue to exchange statements, and new episodes of escalation are being reported. Information is being updated as reports become available.
March 4, 01:59
Qatar’s security services have detained 10 individuals suspected of having links to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC, the elite branch of Iran’s armed forces), Qatar News Agency (QNA) reports.
According to the agency, seven of those detained have been charged with espionage on behalf of the IRGC, while the remaining three are accused of preparing acts of sabotage inside the emirate using drones. All of the detainees have admitted their guilt.
01:50
Israeli military forces have shot down more than 100 drones launched from Iran since the start of the ongoing Operation Roaring Lion on February 28.
The army reported that air defence and surveillance systems, along with Air Force jets and helicopters, successfully intercepted the drones as they entered Israeli airspace.
The operation, launched in response to heightened threats from Iran, continues as Israel reinforces its defensive measures against aerial incursions.
March 4, 00:11
A fire broke out at the U.S. Consulate in Dubai, CNN reports.
According to the broadcaster, the building was reportedly struck by an Iranian drone.
March 3, 23:54
The Israeli army carried out a precise strike on the secret underground “Minzadehei” complex, where a group of Iranian scientists had been working on the development of nuclear weapons, IDF spokesperson Brigadier General Effie Defrin said, according to The Times of Israel.
23:53
At least six people were killed and another 30 were injured as a result of today’s strikes on the Iranian city of Qom, the Tasnim News Agency reports.
Rescue operations are ongoing.
23:42
Iran has launched a new wave of missile and drone strikes against Israel, the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps announced.
“The start of the sixteenth wave of Operation ‘True Promise-4,’ involving massive missile and drone strikes by the IRGC Aerospace Force on the centre of the occupied territories,” the Iranian state broadcaster said, quoting the statement.
23:04
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) killed the commander of the Lebanese unit of the Quds Force — the overseas division of Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) — Daoud Ali Zadeh, the army’s press service reported.
Ali Zadeh was killed during an IDF strike on Tehran on March 3. According to the press service, he had been the acting commander of the unit following the killing of his predecessor, Hassan Mahdavi. Mahdavi was also killed during an IDF strike.
22:57
The administration of U.S. President Donald Trump is considering providing military protection to oil and gas tankers passing through the Strait of Hormuz, Politico reports, citing sources.
The U.S. government is also discussing the option of acting as an insurer to ensure the unhindered passage of tankers through the strait. This decision is being considered as a measure to curb rising energy prices amid the Middle East crisis.
20:34
The United States and Israel are likely to halt their military operation against Iran in the coming days because they did not anticipate the scale of Tehran’s response, an Iranian defence official said.
General Reza Talaei-Nik, an official representative of Iran’s Ministry of Defence, said the military potential of the Islamic Republic had reached a level that would force its adversaries to end the conflict shortly, according to Fars.
Talaei-Nik said that Iran’s capabilities had left its enemies at a dead end and that they would be compelled to stop the war within days.
20:31
Siren alerts were triggered across Israel as authorities responded to the threat of unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) attacks by the Lebanese Shiite movement Hezbollah, Fars News reports.
Israel announced the activation of warning sirens in its northern border areas, including Acre, Haifa, and Nahariya, amid rising concerns over possible drone strikes, the agency reported.
Israel continues to monitor the situation closely and maintain defensive readiness in border communities.
19:58
Airstrikes hit Mehrabad Airport in Tehran, with at least one passenger aircraft destroyed, according to Iran’s Nour News.
The outlet reported that the airport was struck and that a civilian plane was destroyed in the incident.
Videos shared by eyewitnesses on social media appeared to show thick smoke rising from the area.
19:32
Israeli intelligence agencies secretly monitored the movements of Iranian leader Ali Khamenei ahead of Operation Lion’s Roar, during which he was eliminated, sources told the Financial Times.
According to the publication, nearly all traffic cameras in Tehran had been hacked for years, with their images encrypted and transmitted to servers in Tel Aviv and southern Israel. Two people familiar with the matter told the FT that one camera angle proved particularly useful, allowing operatives to determine where individuals parked their personal cars and offering insight into a routine part of the closely guarded compound.
The reported capabilities were part of a years-long intelligence campaign that paved the way for the ayatollah’s assassination. The FT said intelligence services reconstructed a detailed picture of the daily life of the Iranian leadership by tracking movements and routines and identifying key figures in their inner circle. This level of infiltration enabled planners to select what was described as the ideal moment for a precision strike on the residence.
“We took their eyes first,” one intelligence official said.
Both during the June war and in the latest operation, Israeli pilots reportedly used a specific type of missile known as the Sparrow. Variants of the missile are capable of striking a target as small as a dining table from more than 1,000 kilometres away, beyond the reach of Iran’s aerial defence systems.
The strike was carried out in daylight using 30 Sparrow missiles, providing what the report described as a tactical advantage. Cellular networks in the target area were disabled to prevent any possible response from Iranian security forces. The target’s location was confirmed by US intelligence, including information obtained from the Central Intelligence Agency.
Israel’s Mossad played a key role in the operation. According to the FT, the processing of vast amounts of data using advanced algorithms and artificial intelligence made it possible not only to predict the leader’s movements with precision, but also to minimise collateral damage.
19:21
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) have carried out a series of strikes on key infrastructure in Tehran and Isfahan, central Iran, targeting facilities linked to weapons production, including ballistic missiles, which Israel considers an existential threat.
According to the IDF, the Israeli Air Force, acting on precise intelligence, executed the operations earlier this week, focusing on sites critical to Iran’s missile capabilities.
In Isfahan, the strikes hit dozens of locations associated with missile infrastructure, including launchers and storage facilities intended for use against Israel. The IDF emphasized that these actions are part of an ongoing campaign to neutralize threats posed by the regime’s missile program.
"The IDF will continue to operate against the launching sites of the regime and will continue the strikes on the regime’s production sites," the military stated.
18:35
Iran has warned that any European Union country participating in a US and Israeli military operation against Iran would be considered an accomplice and could face consequences, the country’s permanent representative to the UN in Geneva, Ali Bahraini, said during a press conference.
Bahraini emphasised that involvement in a military attack on Iran by any EU nation would be treated as complicity in the operation, foreign media reports.
18:27
The building of Iran’s Assembly of Experts in the city of Qom has been attacked, according to Tasnim News Agency.
Separately, Clash Report claimed that Israel struck 88 members of the Council at the time of voting to elect the country’s next supreme leader. According to the source, not all members of the body were present, but the attack allegedly occurred during the counting of votes.
18:24
The number of victims in Iran from ongoing US and Israeli strikes has risen to 787, the Red Crescent Society of the Islamic Republicn said on March 3.
The previous day, the number of victims stood at 555. According to the Red Crescent, the strikes have been recorded in at least 504 locations across Iranian territory, Iranian media reports.
The organisation also stated that more than 100,000 personnel have been deployed to provide emergency assistance to affected areas, highlighting the scale of the humanitarian response.
18:20
Iran is only striking back at US and Israeli military targets, Foreign Ministry spokeperson Esmail Baqaei said at a briefing, Iranian TV broadcasted.
"The targets chosen by our armed forces are military targets," he said.
18:02
An Israeli airstrike in Tehran targeted Davoud Alizadeh, commander of the Lebanon Corps in Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Quds Force, the Times of Israel reported on March 3, citing defense sources.
The Israeli military said earlier it had struck a “senior commander of the Iranian terror regime” and that further details would be released later.
17:57
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of South Korea announced that due to the ongoing tensions in the region, it has evacuated 23 South Korean citizens from Iran to Turkmenistan, Iran International reports.
17:49
The Israel Defense Forces has launched a large-scale wave of strikes on the infrastructure of the “Iranian terrorist regime” in Tehran, the IDF press service has reported.
17:44
“The Iranian regime is using mobile launchers to indiscriminately fire missiles in an attempt to inflict maximum harm across the region,” according to a post by the U.S. Central Command on X, cited by Caliber.Az.
“U.S. forces are hunting these threats down and without apology or hesitation,” the statement added.
17:43
The Majlis of Experts in Qom was struck by a missile, Khabar Fouri has reported.
17:39
Lieutenant General Gholamreza Rezaian, head of the intelligence service of FARAJA, was killed in Israeli and U.S. attacks on Tehran, Tasnim News Agency has reported.
17:38
The Israel Defense Forces recently detected missiles launched from Iran toward Israeli territory. Air defence systems are working to intercept the threat, the IDF press service has reported.
17:36
Today, guided by intelligence, the Israeli Air Force carried out additional waves of strikes on western Iran, aimed at weakening the missile complexes of the “Iranian terrorist regime” and further strengthening IDF air superiority in the area, the IDF press service has reported.
“As part of the waves of strikes, the Israeli Air Force has struck today (Tuesday) dozens of missile launchers, defense systems, and additional live fire arrays utilized by the Iranian terror regime, in order to degrade the regime’s missile arrays and to minimize as much as possible the fire toward the State of Israel. The IDF will continue to operate to thwart any threat and to protect the civilians of the State of Israel,” the statement said.
17:20
Mignews has published photos and videos showing the aftermath of the Iranian missile strike in Bnei Brak.
17:08
Israeli media reports that an Iranian missile has fallen in Bnei Brak.
16:59
Bahrain’s air defence systems have intercepted 73 missiles and 91 drones launched by Iran since the start of the escalation.
According to the Bahrain News Agency, this was reported by the Bahraini Armed Forces command.
“The air defence systems destroyed 73 missiles and 91 drones launched during a brutal Iranian terrorist attack on the Kingdom of Bahrain. We successfully thwarted this indiscriminate assault,” the statement said.
16:42
The target of the attack in Tehran was Davoud Alizadeh, commander of the Lebanese Division affiliated with the Quds Force of the IRGC, Khabar Fouri reports, citing the Israel Army Radio.
16:37
The Israel Defense Forces recently detected missiles launched from Iran toward the territory of the State of Israel. Air defence systems are working to intercept the threat, the IDF press service has reported.
16:34
In response to Israeli strikes affecting dozens of cities and towns in Lebanon, including the southern suburbs of Beirut, Hezbollah launched a rocket salvo on the Ma'ayan Baruch site in northern Israel on the morning of March 3 2026, the group’s press service has reported.
16:30
“A short while ago, the IDF struck a senior Iranian terror regime commander in Tehran,” the IDF press service has reported.
16:28
Yediot News reported powerful explosions in Tehran.
🇮🇷О мощных взрывах в Тегеране сообщает Yediot News. pic.twitter.com/ppz1ZM6fsf
— Caliber (@Caliberaz) March 3, 2026
16:10
The spokesperson for the UAE Ministry of Defence stated that “172 out of 186 ballistic missiles targeting the country were destroyed; 13 fell into the sea,” according to Clash Report.
He added: “A total of 812 Iranian drones were detected, 755 of which were intercepted. Eight Iranian cruise missiles were destroyed. Iranian attacks resulted in 3 deaths and 68 minor injuries.”
16:00
Oman reported an attempted attack involving three drones.
According to Oman News Agency, cited by Caliber.Az on X, two of the drones were destroyed in the airspace of Dhofar Province in the south of the country, while the third crashed near Salalah port.
Omani authorities condemned the attacks and confirmed they will take all necessary measures to ensure the security of the national territory.
#عــــــاجل //
— وكالة الأنباء العمانية (@OmanNewsAgency) March 3, 2026
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15:58
The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps carried out drone strikes on Iranian Kurdish opposition groups in northern Iraq, targeting bases of the KDPI, Komala, and other groups near Erbil and Sulaymaniyah, according to Clash Report.
The U.S. and Israel reportedly aim to leverage these groups to add a ground dimension to their bombing campaign in Iran.
15:41
The Israel Defense Forces recently struck several Hezbollah operatives in Beirut, the IDF press service reported.
15:00
The Arabic-language spokesperson for the Israel Defense Forces, Colonel Avichay Adraee, has called on residents of around 80 villages in southern Lebanon to evacuate, N12 reports.
14:56
An oil storage facility in Fujairah, United Arab Emirates, is on fire following a strike by an Iranian drone, Mignews reports.
According to the information, Iran also attacked the Port of Raysut in Salalah, Oman.
14:39
The fifteenth wave of Operation "True Promise-4," codenamed Fatima al-Zahra, against American targets in the region has been completed, the IRGC press service said, Tasnim reports.
As part of the 15th wave of the operation, Iran carried out a series of powerful strikes on key US command and weapons complexes at the Shaikh Isa air base in Bahrain, Khabar Nouri reports.
The strikes destroyed the US Air Force command centre and control point, as well as aircraft fuel tanks and buildings housing senior US commanders.
Field and satellite reconnaissance confirms that the entire infrastructure of this base has been destroyed, leading to a humanitarian crisis. American forces have begun evacuating the base.
14:23
A missile carrying a multiple warhead exploded in Petah Tikva in central Israel, according to Khabar Fouri.
14:12
The headquarters of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) was attacked in Tehran, Mignews reports.
13:49
Overnight, the Israeli Air Force, acting on precise intelligence, struck and destroyed facilities within the leadership compound of the “Iranian terrorist regime” in central Tehran, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) has reported.
“During the strike on the compound, numerous munitions were dropped on the Presidential Office and the building of the Supreme National Security Council. In addition, the gathering site of the regime’s most senior forum responsible for security decision-making was targeted, as well as the institution for training Iranian military officers and additional key regime infrastructure.
The leadership compound of the Iranian regime is one of the most heavily secured assets in Iran and spans several streets in central Tehran. The regime’s leadership and senior security officials frequently convened at the compound, from which they conducted situational assessments regarding Iran’s nuclear program and advanced the plan for the destruction of the State of Israel.
The compound was used by the eliminated leader of the Iranian terrorist regime, Ali Khamenei, and housed infrastructure used to manage attacks against the State of Israel, as well as to direct and finance the regime’s terrorist proxies.
The compound was struck following a prolonged process of intelligence collection and analysis conducted by the IDF Intelligence Directorate.
This compound serves as the most central and significant headquarters of the Iranian terrorist regime. Its strike further degrades the functional continuity of the regime’s command and control systems,” the statement said.
13:33
In the past few hours, the cities of Tabriz, Shiraz, Isfahan, Kermanshah, Tehran, and Karaj have been struck by U.S. and Israeli air raids, according to Khabar Fouri.
13:29
A video capturing the launch of Iranian missiles during the fourteenth wave of Operation “True Promise-4” was published by Khabar Fouri.
“Early this morning, against targets in the occupied territories and American bases in the region,” the report stated.
13:16
The Iranian Red Crescent reported that the death toll from U.S.–Israeli attacks has risen to 787 people, according to Clash Report.
13:13
The Israel Defense Forces recently detected missiles launched from Iran toward the territory of the State of Israel. Air defence systems are working to intercept the threat, the IDF press service has reported.
13:11
The Iranian Armed Forces announced that offensive operations were conducted from morning until midday today, involving drones and missiles, Nour News has reported.
According to Iran, the country’s naval forces carried out ground-to-ground missile strikes on enemy ships and bases in the region. Combat drones targeted U.S. and Israeli land, air, and naval forces, as well as military sites in Israel and U.S. bases in Al-Udeid.
The statement also emphasised that offensive and defensive operations against the “aggressor” continue with significant intensity.
12:58
The UAE reported a fire at an oil facility in Fujairah, caused by debris from an intercepted Iranian drone, Mignews reports.
12:52
Satellite images have confirmed extensive damage at the U.S. Fifth Fleet Base, the largest American military base in the region, Tasnim News Agency reports.
According to the data, several buildings at the base were completely destroyed as a result of attacks carried out by Iranian forces. The images provide visual evidence of the damage inflicted on the base’s infrastructure during the military operations.
12:37
The Israel Defense Forces recently completed a series of strikes on command centres, weapons depots, and satellite communication facilities belonging to the Hezbollah Intelligence Headquarters in Beirut. These sites were operating under the guise of civilian infrastructure, the IDF press service has reported.
“Among the targets struck were communication sites that were being used by Hezbollah as terrorist infrastructure for carrying out attacks, intelligence gathering, and support its propaganda efforts.
All the targets struck were used by the terrorist organization to plan and execute various attack frameworks against IDF soldiers and Israeli civilians.
Prior to the strike, steps were taken to mitigate harm to civilians, including the use of advanced warnings, precise munition and aerial surveillance.
The IDF is operating decisively in response to Hezbollah’s decision to join the fighting under the sponsorship of the Iranian terrorist regime. The IDF will not allow harm to the civilians of the State of Israel, particularly residents of northern Israel,” the statement said.
12:29
The escalation in the Middle East has led to the cancellation of over 11,000 flights, affecting at least 1.5 million passengers, according to preliminary data, The Wall Street Journal reports.
“The situation far surpasses anything we’ve seen in the Middle East previously,” said Matt Borie, chief intelligence officer at aviation risk firm Osprey, citing the vast scale of Iran’s retaliation across the region following last weekend’s broad attacks from Israel and the U.S.
12:15
The Lebanese Army has begun evacuating the border zone. A corresponding video was published by N12.
12:04
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated that President Donald Trump has not ruled out the possibility of a ground operation against Iran, but currently, the U.S. has no such objective, Fox News reports.
“The United States is conducting an operation to eliminate the threat of Iran's short-range ballistic missiles and the threat posed by their navy, particularly to naval assets. That is what it is focused on doing right now and is doing quite successfully,” Rubio said. He explained that the operation needed to be carried out now because within a year, Iran could amass enough missiles and drones to make a military campaign against it nearly impossible.
Rubio added that the next phase of the U.S.–Israeli operation would be even more severe for Iran. “Honestly, again, I won't give away the details of our tactical efforts, but the hardest hits are yet to come from the u.s. military. The next phase will be even more punishing on Iran then is right now,” he emphasised.
At the same time, Rubio clarified that the U.S. is not seeking regime change in Iran. “We would love to see this regime be replaced and ultimately, as the President has said, he would love for the people of Iran to use as an opportunity to rise up and remove these leaders. They have been wanting to remove them for a long time. We've seen successive waves of protests and we've seen them slaughter people but the objective of this mission is to make sure they don't have these weapons that can threaten us and our allies in the region,” he explained.
When asked about the potential U.S. influence on future leadership in Iran, Rubio responded, “We might. We will see how circumstances play out.”
11:59
On March 2, the Israeli Navy conducted an intelligence-based strike in the area of Beirut and eliminated Reza Khuza'i, the head of Hezbollah's weapons build-up and the Chief of Staff of the Lebanon Corps in the Iranian Quds Force, the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) press service reports.
“Khuza'i served as the right-hand man of the Lebanon Corps Commander and was considered a key actor in the buildup of Hezbollah's capabilities. He was responsible for the communication between the Hezbollah terrorist organization and the Iranian regime, in particular, ensuring that Iranian supplies met the needs of Hezbollah," the IDF said in a statement.
It noted: "As part of his role, he led extensive efforts in the Lebanon corps of the Hezbollah terror organization, including building up the military capability and equipment of Hezbollah and the implementation of the capacity building plans and rehabilitation of the terrorist organization after Operation Northern Arrow."
11:49
Oman reported that a drone damaged a fuel storage tank at the Duqm Commercial Port, according to the Associated Press.
Oman’s state news agency said that no one was injured as a result of the attack.
Duqm is a key supply route for the USS Abraham Lincoln, operating in the Arabian Sea.
11:39
During an operation of Iran’s national air defence system, an Israeli drone was successfully intercepted and destroyed in the city of Marvdasht, Tasnim News Agency has reported.
11:30
A new phase of attacks by the United States and Israel has begun, the press service of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has reported.
11:00
Iranian drones attacked the bases of Kurdish terrorist groups in Sulaymaniyah.
Tasnim News Agency published the corresponding videos.
10:44
A satellite image of Iran’s nuclear facility in Natanz has revealed damage caused by yesterday’s attack, N12LIVE reports.
10:34
Hezbollah announced a large-scale missile attack on Nafah Base in the occupied Syrian Golan Heights, Tasnim News Agency reports.
According to the report, the strike was carried out in response to “Israel’s criminal aggression targeting dozens of cities and settlements in Lebanon, including the southern Beirut area.”
The attack targeted the headquarters of the 210th Ha-Bashan Division, located at Nafah Base.
10:28
The Israeli Air Force has launched a large-scale wave of strikes on Beirut and Tehran simultaneously.
According to Yediot News, Israeli aircraft are targeting military-industrial facilities in Tehran as well as missile sites in central Iran.
10:24
Earlier this morning, “in response to Israeli aggression that struck dozens of cities and settlements in Lebanon, including the southern Beirut area,” Hezbollah carried out an attack using a group of combat drones on the Meron Base in Israel, Nour News reports.
According to Hezbollah, the strike targeted one of the base’s radars and a command building used for monitoring and controlling air operations.
10:16
Five Iranian Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps service members were killed in a strike in Bushehr Province in southern Iran, the ISNA has reported.
10:12
Radars and command centres at Ramat David Airbase were subjected to a massive drone attack carried out by Hezbollah operatives, according to Nour News.
The statement notes that the strike was in response to Israeli airstrikes on the suburbs of Beirut and several towns and settlements in Lebanon.
09:52
Iranian news agency Tasnim News Agency has reported a new IRGC drone attack on a U.S. military base in Erbil, located in Iraqi Kurdistan.
According to sources cited by the agency, the site was once again targeted. No further details have been provided yet, including potential damage or information on casualties.
09:34
The Israel Defense Forces is currently conducting simultaneous strikes on Tehran and Beirut, the IDF press service reports.
“The Israeli Air Force has begun targeted strikes against military objectives of the Iranian terror regime and the Hezbollah terrorist organization,” the statement said.
09:27
An Israeli Air Force aircraft struck and destroyed a cell of operatives from Iran’s air defence system as they attempted to engage systems against the Israel Defense Forces, the IDF press service reports.
“The Israeli Air Force continues to strike Iranian ballistic missile launchers and fire array sites that target Israeli Air Force aircraft.
The IDF will not allow the Iranian terrorist regime to target Israeli Air Force aircraft and will continue to strike against attempts to arm missile launchers.
The Israeli Air Force is continuing to strike live fire array sites, missile launchers, and ballistic missiles,” the statement said.
09:22
The press service of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) stated in Release No. 13 regarding Operation “True Promise-4” that a large-scale attack was carried out on a U.S. airbase in the Sheikh Isa area of Bahrain, Tasnim News Agency reports.
According to the Iranian side, during the fourteenth wave of the operation at dawn, 20 drones and three missiles were deployed. The statement claims that the strikes hit their intended targets, destroying the main command building and the airbase headquarters, as well as igniting fuel storage tanks.
No official confirmation of this information from other sources has been reported so far.
09:12
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) intercepted two unmanned aerial vehicles that entered Israeli territory from Lebanon, the IDF reports.
“Following the sirens that sounded regarding a hostile aircraft identification at 04:43 in the area of the Western Galilee, the Israeli Air Force intercepted two UAVs that crossed into Israeli territory from the direction of Lebanon.
In addition, following the sirens that sounded in HaGoshrim at 04:37, it has been determined to be a false identification,” the statement said.
08:58
“U.S. forces have destroyed Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps command and control facilities, Iranian air defense capabilities, missile and drone launch sites, and military airfields during sustained operations. We will continue to take decisive action against imminent threats posed by the Iranian regime, ”United States Central Command (CENTCOM) wrote on social media platform X.
U.S. forces have destroyed Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps command and control facilities, Iranian air defense capabilities, missile and drone launch sites, and military airfields during sustained operations. We will continue to take decisive action against imminent threats… pic.twitter.com/0aHEyVHf5e
— U.S. Central Command (@CENTCOM) March 3, 2026
08:48
The United States is considering the possible redeployment of MIM-104 Patriot PAC-3 and THAAD air defence systems, as well as MQ-9 Reaper drones — and potentially additional military assets — from South Korea to the Middle East if the conflict with Iran becomes protracted, the Korean outlet The Chosun Daily reports.
08:38
Fox News National Security Correspondent Jennifer Griffin confirmed, citing CENTCOM, that the Strait of Hormuz remains open.
A senior U.S. military official said Iran is neither patrolling nor enforcing its claimed "closure," and there has been no evidence of mines in the waterway. However, commercial vessels are navigating the area cautiously.
Experts note, however, that the actual closure of the strait does not necessarily require mining — threats of attacks or military control over the waters could be sufficient.
Earlier, IRGC Major General Ebrahim Jabari said on Iranian television that IRGC forces had closed the Strait of Hormuz to shipping and would attack vessels attempting to pass through it.
08:31
A drone attacked the King Fahd Causeway, which connects Bahrain and Saudi Arabia across the Persian Gulf, Iranian news agencies Mehr and IRNA report.
The King Fahd Causeway links the city of Al Khobar in Saudi Arabia with Bahrain. The structure is named after King Fahd bin Abdulaziz Al Saud. The four-lane highway stretches for more than 25 kilometres.
Earlier, Bahrain was struck by Iran. The target of the attack was the headquarters of the U.S. Navy’s Fifth Fleet in Manama. According to IRIB, it was completely destroyed. Several other buildings were also damaged.
Shortly afterwards, the U.S. State Department urged Americans to urgently leave Middle Eastern countries. The list included Bahrain.
08:22
U.S. Special Envoy Steve Witkoff said Washington had lost hope of reaching a peace agreement with Tehran by the end of the second round of negotiations.
According to Mr Witkoff, during the first meeting Iranian negotiators stated that they possessed 460 kg of uranium enriched to 60%, which is enough to produce 11 nuclear warheads. “Iranian negotiators were proud that they had evaded all sorts of oversight protocols to get to a place where they could deliver 11 nuclear bombs,” the special envoy said, as reported by The Times of Israel.
Witkoff added that Washington had proposed that Iran wind down its missile programme, cease support for proxy forces, dismantle its fleet, and stop uranium enrichment. However, by the end of the second round of talks, it had become clear that “it was going to be impossible”. The third meeting, he said, was a last attempt and yielded no results.
Iran and the United States held three rounds of negotiations on the Iranian nuclear programme. The Iranian delegation was led by Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, while the U.S. side was headed by Witkoff. The third round concluded on 26 February — two days before the launch of the U.S.-Israeli operation against Iran.
08:20
Two drones struck the U.S. Embassy building in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Defence reported. A fire broke out on the diplomatic compound’s premises.
During the night of 3 February, several explosions were heard in Riyadh’s diplomatic quarter. Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) claimed that Tehran had begun targeting “American political centres” in the Middle East.
According to Fox News, there were no personnel inside the embassy at the time of the UAV strike. NewsNation journalist Kellie Meyer, after speaking with U.S. President Donald Trump, wrote on social media platform X that he had promised to respond soon to the attack on the embassy and the deaths of six American service members.
08:16
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated that the U.S.–Israeli military operation against Iran would not turn into an endless conflict. According to him, a change of power in Iran would lead to peace agreements between Israel and Arab countries.
“I hear people are telling you that you’re going to have an endless war here — You’re not going to have an endless war because… this terror regime in Iran is at its weakest point,” Netanyahu said in an interview with Fox News. The prime minister added that the operation would be “quick and decisive” and would create conditions for regime change in Tehran.
The United States and Israel launched the operation against Iran on February 28. Its stated objectives include regime change in Iran, halting the nuclear programme, and destroying missile capabilities and the Iranian fleet. According to U.S. President Donald Trump, Washington plans to spend four to five weeks on the operation.
08:13
US Vice President JD Vance said the current American military operation against Iran is fundamentally different from the campaigns in Iraq and Afghanistan.
In an interview with Fox News, Vance emphasised that the President would not rest until he achieved the crucial objective of ensuring that Iran is unable to obtain a nuclear weapon, not merely for the next few years or as a result of temporary destruction or other measures.
"He wanted to make sure that Iran could never have a nuclear weapon, and that would require fundamentally a change in mindset from the Iranian regime," he noted.
The Vice President stressed that the US destroyed Iran's ability to build a nuclear weapon during President Trump's term.
“There's just no way that Donald Trump is going to allow this country to get into a multiyear conflict with no clear end in sight and no clear objective," Vance added, stressing that the administration favours "a friendly regime in Iran, a stable country, a country that's willing to work with the United States."
08:05
One of Iran’s largest uranium enrichment centres in Natanz has been damaged, CNN reports, citing satellite imagery.
According to the analysis, a warehouse and two small two-storey buildings were damaged. These structures served as access points for personnel and transport to the underground facilities of the nuclear site in Natanz, the broadcaster clarifies.
On March 2, Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency Rafael Grossi said there were no signs of damage to Iran’s nuclear facilities. On the same day, Iranian authorities sent a letter to the agency stating that the Natanz site had been struck twice by Israel and the United States on 1 March.
01:55
Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has launched a new series of drones targeting the U.S. base in Kuwait as part of the 13th phase of Operation “True Promise-4.”
According to Fars news agency, the drones were aimed at the Arifjan U.S. base in Kuwait.
01:48
The United States Central Command (CENTCOM) has confirmed that six American service members have been killed in military operations in the Middle East.
“As of 4 pm ET, March 2, six U.S. service members have been killed in action. U.S. forces recently recovered the remains of two previously unaccounted for service members from a facility that was struck during Iran's initial attacks in the region,” the Command wrote on X account.
01:37
The United States Central Command (CENTCOM) stated on its official X account that Iran’s naval fleet in the Gulf of Oman has been completely destroyed.
“Two days ago, the Iranian regime had 11 ships in the Gulf of Oman, today they have ZERO,” CENTCOM claimed.
The U.S. added that the Iranian regime has allegedly harassed and attacked international shipping in the Gulf of Oman for decades, but “those days are now over.”
“Freedom of maritime navigation has underpinned American and global economic prosperity for more than 80 years. U.S. forces will continue to defend it,” the statement said.
01:29
A series of new explosions shook the central part of Iran’s capital.
According to Tasnim news agency, eyewitnesses reported hearing at least three blasts near Pastor Street, where many government offices are located.
Earlier, the United States and Israel carried out an airstrike on the port of Jask in southern Iran. The strike hit a fishing pier, causing more than 100 fishing boats to catch fire and injuring civilians.
03 March, 01:22
Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) stated that it would completely halt the movement of oil tankers through the Strait of Hormuz, reports the EFE news agency.
“We will burn any ship that tries to pass through the Strait of Hormuz,” emphasized IRGC Brigadier General Ebrahim Jabari.
He added that the IRGC “will not allow even a single drop of oil to be exported from the region.”
23:59
Officials of the United States and Israel will “no longer be safe, even in their own homes.”
According to the Fars news agency, this threat was issued by the Quds Force, a special unit of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC, the elite branch of Iran’s armed forces).
“The enemy that killed Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei must know that from now on they will not feel safe, even in their own homes. We will not rest until the enemies are defeated,” the statement said.
23:46
The United States and Israel carried out an airstrike on the port of Jask in southern Iran, the Iranian news agency ISNA reports, citing local authorities.
According to journalists, the strike hit a fishing pier, resulting in more than 100 fishing boats catching fire and causing injuries to people.
23:10
Since the start of the operation against Iran, Israeli Air Force planes have carried out more than 1,000 combat sorties over the Islamic Republic, Israeli army reports.
The military accompanied the report with a video showing a moment when one of the Israeli Air Force jets, flying over Tehran, evades an Iranian missile.
22:56
Since the beginning of the regional escalation, the UAE’s air defence forces have destroyed more than 160 ballistic missiles launched from Iranian territory, Caliber.Az citing foreign media.
“The country’s air defence systems detected 174 ballistic missiles launched by Iran,” the UAE Ministry of Defence stated.
It clarified that “161 missiles were intercepted over UAE airspace, while 13 fell into the sea.”
22:00
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has called on the international community to condemn US and Israeli strikes on hospitals and schools in the Islamic Republic.
“Attacks on hospitals strike at life itself. Attacks on schools target a nation's future. Targeting patients and children blatantly violates humanitarian principles. The world must condemn it. I stand with my grieving nation. Iran will not remain silent or yield to these crimes,” Pezeshkian wrote on X.
21:30
Iranian forces have shot down another Israeli Hermes 900 drone using a new surface-to-air missile known as the “358.”
The Telegram channel War History Weapons drew attention to footage showing the weapon in action.
In the video, filmed from the missile’s perspective, the Hermes drone can be seen locked by the seeker head as the “358” approaches. The recording cuts off near the drone’s fuselage, indicating a successful hit.
The first images of the “358,” which is classified as a loitering surface-to-air missile, appeared in 2020. The system is launched from a compact ground-based platform, after which the missile can circle in the air while searching for a target. The “358” is equipped with a seeker head capable of locking onto objects. A small jet engine enables the missile to engage drones and helicopters.
21:12
President Trump wants to use his kidnapping of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro as a template for his current plan for regime change in Iran.
Fox News’s Brett Baier reported this development after speaking with the president on the morning of March 2.
“He said there is a plan. He points to Venezuela as a template,” Baier said. “Which means to me that, going in, they had some sense on the ground of what was coming next.”
Bret Baier says President Trump told him the plan for Iran is to use Venezuela as a template, pic.twitter.com/APyM2f2Xqi
— Acyn (@Acyn) March 2, 2026
21:06
Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) said the fuel tanker ATHE NOVA was struck by two drones in the Strait of Hormuz, according to foreign media reports.
In a statement, the IRGC said the drones had been launched from Iranian territory and that the vessel, described as an ally of the United States, continued to burn after being hit.
21:00
Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has announced that it has started the twelfth wave of Operation "True Promise 4" against US and Israeli targets, TASS reports.
Earlier, the NourNews agency reported that Iran deployed its newest super-heavy missile during strikes on American bases in the region, highlighting a significant escalation in the country’s missile capabilities.
20:44
Iran has launched its newest super-heavy missile targeting US military bases in the Middle East.
NourNews agency shared photos and videos of the launch on its Telegram channel, describing it as the "launch of Iran's next-generation super-heavy missile."
According to the agency, the unprecedented missile is currently being deployed toward US installations in the region.
20:27
The United States is unaware who might emerge as a new leader in Iran.
"We don’t know who the leadership is. We don’t know who they’ll pick. Maybe they’ll get lucky and get someone who knows what they’re doing," President Trump told CNN.
20:22
President Trump told The New York Post on March 2 that he’s not ruling out sending US ground troops into Iran “if they were necessary” — adding that Operation Epic Fury was “way ahead of schedule” by taking out dozens of Tehran’s top officials.
“I don’t have the yips with respect to boots on the ground — like every president says, ‘There will be no boots on the ground.’ I don’t say it,” Trump said. “I say ‘probably don’t need them,’ [or] ‘if they were necessary.'”
20:18
Iran has launched 174 ballistic missiles and 689 drones toward the United Arab Emirates since the escalation began, according to the UAE Ministry of Defence.
In a statement, the ministry said that since the start of the Iranian attack, 174 ballistic missiles had been fired at the country. Of those, 161 were intercepted, while 13 fell into the sea.
The ministry also reported that 689 Iranian drones had been detected. It said 645 of the drones were intercepted, while 44 fell on UAE territory.
In addition, eight cruise missiles were destroyed, though they caused damage, according to the statement.
20:05
Iran’s Red Crescent Society (IRCS) explained that in one attack, the Israeli-US armed forces targeted a school in Minab in Hormozgan Province in southern Iran, killing at least 165 students and wounding 96 others.
The IRCS further said that the Israeli and US armed forces have attacked more than 131 towns and cities across the country, Press TV reports.
More than 100,000 IRCS members have been deployed across the country to quickly respond to any emergency.
20:02
President Donald Trump described Iran’s recent attacks on Arab countries in the region as “the biggest surprise” so far, during an interview with CNN.
Referring to strikes against Bahrain, Jordan, Kuwait, Qatar, and the United Arab Emirates, Trump said, “We were surprised. We told them, ‘We’ve got this,’ and now they want to fight. And they’re aggressively fighting. They were going to be very little involved and now they insist on being involved.”
Commenting on the Arab leaders, the president added, “I know these people. They’re tough and smart.”
Trump also criticized the Iranian strikes, noting, “They shot into a hotel, they shot into an apartment house. It just made them angry. They love us, but they were watching. There was no reason for them to be involved.” He emphasized that Iran’s attacks on the Arab states represented “probably the biggest surprise.”
19:57
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) announced on March 1 that its ongoing campaign in the north aims to strike not only Iran but also Hezbollah, warning of a “devastating blow” to the group.
Speaking to division commanders at a situational assessment at the Northern Command, LTG Eyal Zamir emphasised the IDF’s dual focus, IDF says in a statement.
“We will end this campaign with not just Iran being struck but with Hezbollah suffering a devastating blow,” he said.
Zamir outlined that the offensive plans for the northern sector have been approved and instructed that both offensive operations and defensive postures be strengthened.
“Our core effort is focused Iran. We are operating with force and striking the terrorist regime in unprecedented cooperation with the United States military. After Hezbollah opened fire, I instructed that we act with force against Hezbollah as well. The IDF has planned and is prepared to operate in multiple arenas simultaneously,” he added.
“We will continue to insist that Hezbollah be disarmed — this is a demand we will not relinquish. The IDF will not conclude the campaign before the threat from Lebanon is eliminated,” Zamir said.
The IDF also called on the Lebanese government and its armed forces to disarm Hezbollah, noting that previous warnings went unheeded.
19:52
US President Donald Trump has said that the war with Iran would likely last less than four weeks.
“I don’t want to see it go on too long. I always thought it would be four weeks. And we’re a little ahead of schedule," he told CNN in an interview.
19:40
Iran has struck US intelligence centres in the Persian Gulf, according to the country’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC).
The IRGC said US intelligence centres and military support depots in the Persian Gulf region were targeted. It also stated that the Israeli Defense Force’s communications complex in Beersheba was hit, along with more than 20 targets in Tel Aviv, West Jerusalem, and the Galilee, Fars reports.
The publication said the strikes were carried out using Iranian missiles and unmanned aerial vehicles.
19:22
The Kuwaiti Ministry of Health reported 19 casualties following Iranian attacks, according to the ministry’s official spokesperson, Abdullah al-Sand.
Al-Sand said in a social media post that 19 new injuries had been recorded.
He added that all medical facilities across the country were continuing to operate at full capacity.
19:04
Iran has used missiles equipped with new types of explosive warheads in its recent attacks, according to Tasnim news agency.
The agency noted that the type of explosive used in Iranian missile warheads has changed and that the latest strikes differ from those carried out during the 12-day June war in both scale and quality.
The report also stated that a 500-kilogram warhead used in the recent attacks is equivalent in effect to the previous one-ton warheads.
18:30
As part of Operation “Roaring Lion,” which began on February 28, Israeli Defense Forces have dropped 2,500 munitions on Iran, striking approximately 600 targets.
The IDF press service reported that this total includes 20 targets linked to the Islamic Republic’s military leadership, over 150 ballistic missiles, and more than 200 air defence systems.
Preparation for the campaign took several months in coordination with U.S. forces. Overall, Israel has mobilised 110,000 reservists to reinforce personnel at all levels, the statement said.
18:22
The U.S. military operation in Iran is in its early stages and could take several weeks, NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte said on the BBC.
“This is an early stage of the [military] campaign. It will take days, possibly weeks, before it concludes,” he said.
In an interview with Fox News, Rutte also expressed support for the U.S. operation against Iran.
According to him, eliminating Iran’s Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, destroying its nuclear capabilities, and dismantling its ballistic missile programs are very important objectives.
17:55
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has blocked U.S. use of Spanish military bases for strikes on Iran, according to Clash Report.
Fifteen U.S. aircraft – mostly tankers – have left Spain and are en route to Germany and France.
Madrid states that its bases cannot be used for operations beyond bilateral agreements or international law.
17:47
The wife of Ali Khamenei has passed away.
Mansoureh Khojasteh Bagherzadeh, who fell into a coma following Israeli and U.S. attacks on the Leader’s Residence, has died, IranWire reports.
17:45
The Israel Defense Forces has begun striking Hezbollah terrorist targets across Lebanon, the IDF reports.
17:39
U.S. General Dan Caine, the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, said it would take time to achieve military objectives in Iran and additional U.S. casualties were expected, Reuters reports.
"We expect to take additional losses and as always, we will work to minimize U.S. losses," Caine said.
"The military objectives at CENTCOM and the joint Force have been tasked with will take some time to achieve and in some cases will be difficult and gritty work," he added.
17:27
The Israel Defense Forces has released details of Operation “Roaring Lion”: approximately 600 Iranian infrastructure targets have been destroyed, 2,500 munitions used, and around 110,000 reservists mobilised, the IDF reports.
“With the launch of Operation 'Roaring Lion,' the Operations Directorate,via the General Command Center, has been overseeing the campaign and is responsible for leading and synchronizing front offensive and defensive efforts across multiple fronts.
Before the campaign, the Operations Directorate conducted an in-depth battle preparation process over the course of several months. Coordination processes were carried out with the U.S. military, alongside extensive preparations for developments across multiple fronts. This included the reinforcement of the regional commands, while bolstering defensive and offensive readiness. So far, approximately 110,000 reservists have been mobilized.
The Israeli Air Force, acting on precise intelligence from the Intelligence Directorate and in cooperation with the Operations Directorate, has so far targeted over 600 terrorist infrastructure sites of the Iranian regime,including over 20 targets belonging to Iranian military leaders, more than 150 surface to surface ballistic missiles, and over 200 Iranian aerial defense systems.
Over the past day, the IDF has conducted multi-front efforts across all arenas. Approximately 30 terrorist infrastructure sites have been struck in Lebanon so far,” the statement said.
17:26
U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth has kicked off his Pentagon press conference, by saying that for “47 long years”, the Iranian regime has waged a “savage, one sided war against America”.
He noted that they did this through “the blood of our people, car bombs in Beirut, rocket attacks on our ships, murders at our embassies, roadside bombs in Iraq and Afghanistan”.
The defense secretary added: “We didn’t start this war, but under president Trump, we are finishing it.”
Hegseth said today that Iran was “building powerful missiles and drones to create a conventional shield for their nuclear blackmail ambitions” and “had a conventional gun to our head as they tried to lie their way to a nuclear bomb”.
The defense secretary said that after the 12-day Israel-Iran war in June, the US threatened Iran with “far worse” consequences if they rebuilt their nuclear program. “They arrogantly refused,” Hegseth said, noting that Trump, top officials and special envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner “bent over backwards for real diplomacy”.
“The former regime had every chance to make a peaceful and sensible deal, but Tehran was not negotiating,” Hegseth said.
SEC HEGSETH: "It turns out the regime who chanted 'Death to America' and 'Death to Israel' was gifted death from America and death from Israel."
— Fox News (@FoxNews) March 2, 2026
"This is not a so-called regime change war, but the regime sure did change and the world is better off for it today." pic.twitter.com/CdecekXvGb
16:48
Israeli Air Force aircraft carried out a strike, eliminating Iranian forces’ operators who were preparing to use aerial systems against the Israel Defense Forces, IDF reports.
“Simultaneously, the Israeli Air Force is continuing to strike sites belonging to the Iranian terrorist regimes' live fire arrays and ballistic missile launchers,” the statement said.
16:37
Israeli strikes in Tehran are currently focused on the bases of Iran’s internal security forces, the Basij, and the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), according to a source familiar with the situation, The Jerusalem Post reports.
16:33
The United States Central Command (CENTCOM) says four U.S. service members have been killed in action as of 7:30 a.m. ET, March 2, including one who later died of wounds sustained in Iran’s initial attacks.
“Major combat operations continue and our response effort is ongoing. The identities of the fallen are being withheld until 24 hours after next of kin notification,” it added.
16:26
A United Arab Emirates oil platform in the Persian Gulf was attacked by an Iranian Shahed drone, Yediot News reports.
16:23
A source close to the Saudi government told AFP that Riyadh may respond militarily to the coordinated Iranian attack on Saudi oil facilities, according to Clash Report.
16:19
The Israel Defense Forces confirmed that a precision strike in Beirut on March 1 killed militant Hussein Makled, who served as head of Hezbollah’s intelligence staff.
16:00
Israel is carrying out a massive attack on Tehran.
According to Caliber.Az, alleged footage from the scene is being shared online.
🇮🇱🇮🇷 Израиль массированно атакует Тегеран, в сети публикуют предполагаемые кадры с места событий. pic.twitter.com/XUx2O2k5mR
— Caliber (@Caliberaz) March 2, 2026
15:45
U.S. President Donald Trump said he is “very disappointed” in British Prime Minister Keir Starmer for initially blocking U.S. use of Diego Garcia Air Base for strikes on Iran, stating that Starmer “took too far too long” to approve access, the British newspaper The Telegraph reports.
15:27
Kuwaiti air defences mistakenly shot down three U.S. F15 fighter jets flying in Iran-related operations, the U.S. military said, Reuters reports.
All six aircrew ejected safely, have been safely recovered, and are in stable condition, it said.
The cause of the incident was under investigation, it added.
15:25
Qatar’s Defence Ministry says two drones have struck energy facilities in the industrial city of Ras Laffan with no reported casualties, Al Jazeera reports.
“One drone targeted a water tank belonging to a power plant in Mesaieed, and the other targeted an energy facility in Ras Laffan Industrial City, belonging to Qatar Energy,” it said.
“All damages and losses resulting from the attack will be assessed by the relevant authorities, and an official statement will be issued later,” the ministry added.
15:19
The press secretary of the Ministry of Defense of Saudi Arabia reported that five enemy drones were intercepted near the Prince Sultan Air Base, according to Clash Report.
15:17
Explosions have been recorded in the eastern and central parts of Tehran, according to the IRNA.
15:12
After an explosion on an oil pipeline in the Ahvaz area (Iran), a fire broke out.
According to Caliber.Az, a video of the incident was shared by Iran International.
بر اساس ویدیوی رسیده به ایراناینترنشنال، خط لوله نفت اهواز در پی انفجار دچار آتشسوزی شده است. pic.twitter.com/KS0tm7sBXn
— ايران اينترنشنال (@IranIntl) March 2, 2026
15:09
The Israeli Air Force, under the guidance of Israeli Intelligence, has launched an additional large-scale strike on Iranian targets in central Tehran, the IDF reports.
14:56
Footage of Iran launching a “Fattah” missile during Operation “True Promise – 4” has been released by Fars News Agency.
14:44
Satellite images of Iran’s strikes on U.S. bases in the region have been released.
The materials are being distributed by Fars News Agency.
14:25
The fresh US and Israeli joint airstrikes have hit western and southern regions of Iran, as reported by Yediot News.
The strikes targeted the cities of Shiraz, Bandar Abbas and Karaj.
14:20
A vessel caught fire in a Bahrain port as a result of two hits by Iranian missiles or drones, as reported by the UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO).
14:06
A while ago, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) detected missiles launched from Iran towards the territory of Israel. Air defence systems are active to intercept the threat, the IDF reports.
14:03
The press service of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) stated that, as part of the “tenth wave” of missile strikes, the office of the Prime Minister of Israel and the location of the Air Force commander were hit.
The statement claims that the strikes, carried out with “Kheibar” missiles, were deliberate and sudden, with the main target being the government complex. According to the Iranian side, the fate of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu remains uncertain.
The IRGC added that further details will be announced later. There is currently no independent confirmation of this information.
13:45
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has approved the use of U.S. access to British bases, including RAF Fairford and Diego Garcia, for carrying out limited defensive strikes on Iranian missile sites following regional attacks, according to Clash Report.
13:44
According to Caliber.Az, the UAE Ministry of Defense reports that over 48 hours, the Emirati Armed Forces intercepted 708 Iranian missiles and drones:
• 541 drones
• 165 ballistic missiles
• 2 cruise missiles
13:41
Iran has changed its tactics over the past 24 hours, shifting to larger, coordinated barrages launched simultaneously from multiple command centres instead of single launches, the Israel Voice reports, citing an IDF statement.
The largest barrage yesterday involved 30 missiles fired at the same time.
13:38
Saudi state television reports that the Ras Tanura oil refinery near Dammam was temporarily shut down following a drone attack, Clash Report reports.
The Ministry of Defence stated that the fire was caused by debris from two intercepted drones.
13:35
The spokesperson for the Qatari Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated that “Iran has to pay a price for this blatant attack on our people,” Clash Report reports.
“An attack like this cannot be left without retaliation,” the Qatari MFA representative added.
It was also reported that Iran’s ambassador to the IAEA claimed that the U.S. and Israel struck nuclear facilities in Natanz.
13:25
The Iranian military announced strikes on the U.S. Ali Salem airbase in Kuwait, as well as on ships in the Indian Ocean, Al Arabiya reports.
“Missile units of the army's ground and naval forces operating from various locations targeted the US Ali Al Salem air base in Kuwait as well as enemy vessels in the northern Indian Ocean over the past hours,” the Iranian military said.
The statement also noted that Iran used 15 cruise missiles in the airstrikes.
13:23
A short while ago, the Israel Defense Forces carried out a precision strike on a senior Hezbollah operative in Beirut, the IDF press office reports.
12:59
France has announced its readiness to “participate” in the defence of the Gulf countries, Clash Report reports.
12:46
The Iranian Red Crescent Society has announced that at least 555 people have been killed as a result of US-Israeli strikes across the country, as reported by Al Jazeera.
12:44
Saudi Arabia has intercepted and shot down two drones in an “attempt to attack” the domestic Ras Tanura oil refinery, Al Jazeera reports.
According to the Saudi Ministry of Defence, the operation to intercept the drones caused a “small” fire due to falling debris. It was noted that there were no civilian casualties.
12:24
“The terrorist organisation Hezbollah will pay a high price for shelling Israel, and Naim Qassem – Hezbollah’s Secretary-General, who made the decision under Iran’s pressure – is now a target for elimination,” Caliber.Az reports, citing Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz’s post on X.
ארגון הטרור חיזבאללה ישלם מחיר כבד על הירי לעבר ישראל, ונעים קאסם מזכ"ל החיזבאללה, שהחליט על הירי בלחץ איראן - הוא מעכשיו מטרה מסומנת לסיכול.
— ישראל כ”ץ Israel Katz (@Israel_katz) March 2, 2026
מי שהולך בדרכו של חמינאי ימצא את עצמו במהרה יחד איתו במעמקי הגיהינום עם כלל מסוכלי ציר הרשע.
לא נחזור לכללי הירי של לפני ה-7 באוקטובר…
“He who follows in Khamenei’s footsteps will soon find himself alongside him in the depths of hell, together with all the failed elements of the ‘Axis of Evil.’
We will protect the residents of the north and all citizens of the State of Israel with full force.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and I have instructed the IDF to take forceful action against Hezbollah, while continuing to fulfil the primary mission: to crush and defeat the Iranian terrorist regime and deprive it of capabilities during Operation ‘Lion’s Roar’ – in order to eliminate threats to the State of Israel and give the citizens of Iran the chance to rise up against it and overthrow it,” Katz wrote.
12:21
Germany is seriously considering entering the war against Iran, Clash Report reports.
German sources say planning is already underway in coordination with the U.S., and Berlin may either take direct part in bombings or provide military support.
12:07
The Director of the Crisis Management Department of East Azerbaijan Province reported that over the past two days, various areas of the cities of Tabriz, Sarab (ambulance station), Maragheh, and Shabestar have come under attack, Tasnim reports.
As a result of Israeli and U.S. strikes over the two days, 27 people have been killed in East Azerbaijan Province. In particular, 15 people were killed on March 1 during attacks on the city of Maragheh.
12:02
The Director of the Martyrs Foundation of Fars Province reported that U.S. and Israeli airstrikes have killed 35 residents of Fars Province, and with ongoing strikes, the death toll may rise, Tasnim reports.
In addition to the casualties in Lamerd, 13 people have died so far in Shiraz and other cities in Fars. Two “notable” deaths were reported in Tehran; arrangements are being made to transport, bury, and inter them in the province.
A farewell ceremony for 20 victims of the attacks on residential buildings and a sports hall in Lamerd is scheduled for 15:00 local time, after which some bodies will be sent for burial in nearby towns and villages.
12:00
A renewed attack was reported in the Iranian city of Sanandaj, Yediot News reports.
The strike reportedly targeted the Ministry of Intelligence building as well as a facility associated with the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps. Further details on the impact and possible casualties have not yet been provided.
11:55
The Kuwaiti Ministry of Defense announced that several U.S. fighter jets have crashed on Kuwaiti territory, Ynet News reports.
All crew members survived and were evacuated for medical attention in stable condition.
A spokesperson for Kuwait’s Ministry of Defense added that direct coordination with the U.S. is ongoing regarding the circumstances of the incident.
11:51
Iraqi armed groups carried out a series of drone attacks targeting U.S. facilities, Tasnim reports, citing local media.
In Erbil, the U.S. consulate and Al-Harir base were reportedly threatened. Several drones were shot down by U.S. air defence systems, and an alert was raised at the consulate.
Additionally, the Iraqi group Saraya Awliya al-Dam claimed a drone strike on Victoria Base near Baghdad International Airport. In its statement, the group said the attacks were carried out “in honour of the blood of Martyr Khamenei and in support of the Islamic Republic of Iran.”
No information on casualties or damage has been reported so far.
11:36
Israeli-American forces struck Kata’ib Hezbollah targets south of Baghdad.
According to Caliber.Az, a security source told Al Jazeera that the missile strike by Israel and the U.S. hit facilities belonging to the Iran-backed militia Kata’ib Hezbollah in Jurf al-Sakhar, south of Baghdad.
Significant material damage was reported, including burned vehicles, buildings, and warehouses. No casualties have been reported so far.
11:34
In Statement No. 9 of Operation “True Promise 4,” issued by the press office of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, it was reported that during the tenth wave of the operation, using “Kheibar” missiles, the “gates of massive fire were opened on the occupied territories,” Tasnim reports.
The statement notes that this wave targeted the government campus in Tel Aviv, military and security facilities in Haifa, as well as East Jerusalem.
Residents of the “occupied territories” are advised to stay away from military bases, security installations, and government buildings, and to leave these areas immediately.
11:19
Iran struck Saudi Arabia’s oil infrastructure, including the Aramco facility in Ras Tanura – one of the world’s largest oil export hubs, Clash Report reports.
11:17
IDF: The Israeli Air Force continues strikes on Iran.
Footage has been released showing aircraft landing after attacks on Tehran.
11:14
An Israeli official told Al Hadath that “there is no immunity for any Hezbollah politician, military figure, or supporter” according to Clash Report.
“The operation in Lebanon will be large-scale and comprehensive and may include an invasion,” the official added.
10:58
The Central Headquarters of the Iranian Armed Forces, “Khatam al-Anbiya”, reported that the seventh and eighth waves of Operation “True Promise 4” targeting U.S. and Israeli assets were “successfully carried out through successive missile strikes and extensive use of drones,” according to Khabar Fouri.
The statement said the U.S. Navy aircraft carrier Abraham Lincoln was hit by four cruise missiles and had left the mission area in the southeastern Indian Ocean. The U.S. naval base Ali Salem in Kuwait has been completely taken out of operation, and three maritime infrastructure facilities (Mohammed Al-Ahmad) in Kuwait were also destroyed.
The U.S. naval base at Port Salman, Bahrain, was struck by four drones, causing significant damage to command and support centres. In addition, three U.S. and U.K. tankers in the Persian Gulf and the Strait of Hormuz were hit by missiles and caught fire.
American military facilities in Bahrain were attacked with two ballistic missiles, and other regional bases were subjected to successive strikes, which “Khatam al-Anbiya” claims has resulted in 560 U.S. personnel killed or wounded so far.
The statement also noted that Iranian Air Force pilots carried out strikes on U.S. bases in the Persian Gulf countries and Iraqi Kurdistan in multiple stages just a few hours ago.
10:54
The Israeli Ministry of Health reported that since the start of Operation “Lion’s Roar,” 777 people have been hospitalised, with 86 currently in inpatient care or the emergency department.
The Times of Israel reports that four patients are in serious condition, two of whom are not directly related to rocket strikes. Twenty are in moderate condition, and 58 are stable. Another four are undergoing medical examinations.
Dozens of people were injured in accidents while rushing to shelters.
10:51
A major oil refinery in Kuwait was damaged by falling debris, injuring two workers.
CNN reports that two employees at the Mina Al-Ahmadi refinery were hurt in the incident and were taken to hospital with minor injuries, according to refinery spokesperson Ghanem Al-Otaibi.
“Emergency teams began their duties immediately after the incident, activating the rapid response plan and taking all precautionary measures to ensure the safety of personnel and facilities, which sustained no material damage,” Al-Otaibi added.
10:50
Satellite images show three sunken ships and significant damage at Iran’s Konarak naval base, according to Clash Report.
10:43
Several loud explosions shook Erbil, the capital of Iraqi Kurdistan.
According to Caliber.Az, journalists from the Associated Press heard multiple loud blasts in Erbil, the capital of Iraqi Kurdistan.
10:36
Ali Larijani, Iran’s National Security Secretary, was reportedly attempting a new effort to restart negotiations with the United States.
However, Larijani himself has denied these reports, Caliber.Az writes, citing his post on X (formerly Twitter) and a report by The Wall Street Journal.
لن نتفاوض مع الولايات المتحدة https://t.co/cvEweU8ODj
— Ali Larijani | علی لاریجانی (@alilarijani_ir) March 2, 2026
10:26
The press service of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) in Lorestan province reported the interception and destruction of an Israeli Hermes drone near the city of Khorramabad.
According to Tasnim, the drone was shot down by air defence forces, and its wreckage fell in the Veysian area. The statement emphasised that the incident “once again demonstrated the readiness of Iran’s defensive forces and IRGC air defence units to counter threats.”
10:14
South Carolina Senator Lindsey Graham has called on Donald Trump to join Israel’s strikes against Hezbollah, Caliber.Az reports.
Hezbollah has chosen a losing battle.
— Lindsey Graham (@LindseyGrahamSC) March 2, 2026
With American blood on their hands, I’m urging the President to unleash the full force of the United States military. pic.twitter.com/HxkPbUVXtB
“Hezbollah has chosen a losing battle. With American blood on their hands, I’m urging the President to unleash the full force of the United States military,” Graham wrote, amid Hezbollah’s involvement in military actions and Israel’s strikes on the group’s facilities in Lebanon.
10:05
The Chief of Staff of the Israel Defense Forces, General Eyal Zamir, announced the launch of an offensive operation against the pro-Iranian movement Hezbollah in Lebanon, the IDF press service reported.
At the same time, Israeli media reported that overnight, Hezbollah launched 15 rockets and 8 drones into Israeli territory.
10:02
The Ministry of Interior of Bahrain reported that at least one person was killed in an Iranian strike, according to The Times of Israel.
Videos shared on social media show massive plumes of smoke rising into the air.
10:01
A new wave of Iranian missile and drone strikes on US military facilities in the region has begun, according to Fars News Agency.
Sources report that amid the ongoing attacks on Israeli territory, Iran has launched a new phase of strikes targeting US bases in West Asia.
According to Arab media, missile and drone launches have again been recorded toward Doha, Kuwait, Dubai, Bahrain, and Abu Dhabi.
09:51
The Ministry of Public Health of Lebanon reported that, according to preliminary data, 31 people have been killed and 149 injured as a result of Israeli airstrikes in Lebanon, according to Clash Report.
09:46
The United States Embassy in Kuwait has reportedly been targeted in an attack, according to ISNA.
Smoke is reportedly rising from the building, while air raid sirens have sounded in Kuwait and Bahrain.
There has been no official confirmation from the US authorities so far. Details are still being clarified.
09:39
Israel has used the “Or-Eitan” laser air defence system to intercept missiles along its northern border, according to Voice of Israel.
This is the first-ever combat deployment of a laser-based air defence system in the world.
09:36
News crews report loud explosions in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Doha, according to CNN.
In Dubai, a CNN team heard “two back-to-back blasts” and jets flying overhead.
In the Qatari capital Doha, video from a CNN reporter shot at around 8 a.m. local time shows what appears to be missiles being intercepted in the skies. It is the first major round of incoming projectiles the CNN team has heard since around the same time yesterday morning.
And in Abu Dhabi, a CNN team reported hearing a “huge explosion.”
09:33
A short while ago, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) detected missiles launched from Iran toward Israel. Air defence systems are actively working to intercept the threat, the IDF press service has reported.
09:25
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) has begun carrying out additional strikes on Hezbollah targets in Lebanon, the IDF press service has reported.
Among the targets hit were Hezbollah weapons depots and other infrastructure across several areas in Lebanon.
09:24
Some Arab media outlets have reported the possible crash of a US fighter jet in the skies over Kuwait, according to Khabar Fouri.
The American pilots reportedly ejected and parachuted to safety after the aircraft went down.
The first image of a US pilot who ejected following the crash has circulated, showing him among Kuwaiti security forces.
09:20
Correspondents report another wave of air raid sirens in Kuwait, according to Al Jazeera.
This marks at least the third activation of sirens in the country in recent hours. Earlier, Kuwaiti authorities stated that the nation’s air defence systems had successfully intercepted “most” of the drones that approached the capital today.
09:16
Iran’s central military headquarters, Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters, stated that 560 US service members have been killed or wounded so far as a result of attacks on American military bases, according to Khabar Fouri.
09:13
The United States Central Command (CENTCOM) has released additional footage of strikes carried out against Iran.
09:08
Iran has attacked at least six US military facilities in the Middle East, according to Khabar Fouri.
The report states that several American military sites were damaged or destroyed, including communications infrastructure.
An analysis of satellite imagery and video footage reportedly indicates that Iran had identified vulnerable points at US military bases prior to carrying out the strikes.
09:00
Central Iran was rocked by a series of powerful explosions. According to the TV channel Al Hadath, the main strikes targeted the cities of Isfahan and Yazd, as well as the capital of the Islamic Republic, Tehran.
There is currently no information on casualties or damage. It is known that Isfahan hosts facilities and plants of key importance to Iran’s defence sector, while Yazd is a major historical and industrial centre of the country, where strategic sites may also be located.
08:48
Iran carried out massive retaliatory strikes against military facilities and airspace in the United Arab Emirates, Jordan, Iraq, Syria, Bahrain, Qatar, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia and Israel.
08:43
Ali Larijani accused Donald Trump of “sacrificing American soldiers for Israel’s interests.”
According to Caliber.Az, the Secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council sharply criticised the US president.
He stated that Trump, driven by what he described as “illusory ambitions,” had “plunged the region into chaos” and was now expressing concern over possible additional casualties among American troops.
Larijani claimed that through his “misguided behaviour,” Trump had turned the slogan “America First” into “Israel First” and had “sacrificed American soldiers for Israel’s pursuit of power.” He also accused him of spreading “new false statements” which, in his view, once again shift the consequences of policy decisions onto American service members and their families.
“Today, the people of Iran are defending themselves. The Armed Forces of Iran did not initiate aggression,” Larijani stressed.
08:34
The sharp escalation of the conflict in the Middle East has effectively paralysed air traffic across the region and forced dozens of countries to urgently develop evacuation plans for their citizens.
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As a result of missile strikes, Dubai International Airport — one of the world’s largest aviation hubs — was damaged. Explosions were also reported in Abu Dhabi and Doha. Over the weekend, a significant portion of airspace above the Middle East was closed, with neighbouring states imposing flight restrictions.
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Amid ongoing strikes, Iranian state media reported serious damage to the Gandhi Hospital in Tehran. According to IRIB, patients — including infants — were evacuated from the facility. Witnesses interviewed by Reuters confirmed that the hospital in the Gandhi Street area sustained significant destruction. The World Health Organization stated that it is verifying the information and emphasised that medical facilities are protected under international humanitarian law.
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In recent hours, Iranian media have also reported a series of explosions in Tehran and the city of Karaj. The Fars News Agency and Tasnim News Agency reported “several powerful explosions” in various districts.
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US President Donald Trump, in an interview with The New York Times, said American authorities expect the number of casualties to rise beyond the three service members confirmed killed so far. According to him, Pentagon assessments indicate higher figures. On Monday, the United States Department of Defense will hold its first official briefing on the operation, attended by the Pentagon chief and the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff.
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The United States, Bahrain, Jordan, Kuwait, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates issued a joint statement condemning Iran’s missile and drone strikes against neighbouring states, describing them as a “dangerous escalation” and a violation of regional sovereignty.
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Meanwhile, Israel announced the evacuation of residents from 52 localities in southern Lebanon and confirmed plans to strike facilities belonging to Hezbollah. The Israeli army reported hitting targets in Beirut and in southern Lebanon, including what it described as “senior militants.” Lebanese media have reported large-scale evacuations in Beirut’s southern suburbs, including the Dahieh district.
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Hezbollah stated that it launched rockets and a swarm of drones at an Israeli military base south of Haifa, describing the attack as retaliation for the killing of Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
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Additional tension followed reports of an alleged drone attack on the British airbase RAF Akrotiri in Cyprus. The United Kingdom authorities confirmed the strike, stating that the damage was limited and there were no casualties. Cypriot officials also confirmed that a drone was involved but did not specify who was responsible.
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Amid the escalation, security measures have been tightened in major US cities, including New York City and Los Angeles. At the same time, global markets reacted with a sharp rise in oil prices: US crude increased by approximately 12%, while Brent rose by more than 12% in the first hours of trading.
08:29
The head of Hezbollah’s parliamentary bloc, Mohammad Raad, was killed in an Israeli strike on Beirut, according to Al Hadath.
مصادر "الحدث": مقتل نائب الأمين العام لحزب الله ورئيس كتلة نواب الحزب محمد رعد بغارة إسرائيلية على لبنان
— ا لـحـدث (@AlHadath) March 2, 2026
قناة الحدث pic.twitter.com/7zybKnwFod
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