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Tehran residents told Reuters that overnight U.S.-Israeli strikes were the fiercest of the war so far. “It was like hell. They were bombing everywhere in Tehran,” one resident said anonymously for security reasons. “My children are afraid to sleep now. We have nowhere to go.”

Trump on Iran: If we had waited three days, I believe we would have been attacked. Source: Fox News

Trump Claims Iran Conflict Will Conclude Promptly U.S. President Donald Trump characterized the ongoing conflict with Iran as a "short-term excursion," while asserting that U.S.-Israeli strikes would persist until Iran achieved "total and decisive defeat."

BREAKING: Trump on Iran war: We took a little excursion because we felt we had to do that to get rid of some evil. And I think you’ll see it’s going to be a short-term excursion.

Putin held a phone conversation with Trump. The Kremlin stated that the conversation focused on the conflict surrounding Iran and negotiations on a settlement in Ukraine. Putin expressed a number of ideas aimed at achieving a swift political and diplomatic resolution to the conflict in Iran.

NEW: Trump has told aides he would support killing Iran’s new Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei, if he refuses U.S. demands such as ending Iran’s nuclear program. Source: WSJ

Despite our sincere warnings, extremely wrong and provocative steps that will put Türkiye ’s friendship at risk continue to be taken.

Turkish President Erdogan on Iran: From the very first day, we have been engaged in intensive diplomatic efforts. So far, we have held talks with 16 leaders in order to find a way out of the crisis before it escalates further.

Turkish President Erdogan on Iran: Türkiye stands on the side of justice, fairness, international law, peace, and stability in the Iran crisis. We support resolving conflicts through dialogue.

Tens of thousands fled Akobo after the Military Forces of South Sudan ordered civilians, United Nations staff, and aid workers to evacuate ahead of an offensive against the Sudan People's Liberation Movement-In Opposition (SPLM-IO) forces. The escalation of hostilities threatens the fragile 2018 peace deal and raises fears of a renewed civil war.

Trump told The Times of Israel that the decision on when to end the war with Iran will be made together with Netanyahu, though he said he will ultimately decide “at the right time.” “I think it’s mutual… We’ve been talking. I’ll make a decision at the right time.”

Bernie Sanders on Trump: What Trump is basically giving a green light to — he's saying essentially to Putin, “Hey Vladimir, you did the right thing. You invaded Ukraine. That was pretty good. We're going to do the same thing.” How are you going to criticize Putin's invasion of Ukraine if you wage a unilateral attack?

Iranian Foreign Minister Araghchi stated: "They are killing our people. They are killing students, they are attacking hospitals, freshwater desalination facilities, refineries — everywhere people have been killed and places have been destroyed."

An Israeli missile strike targeting a government compound in Tehran last week resulted in the deaths of Iran's supreme leader, Ali Khamenei, and numerous high-ranking military officials, leaving Iran without its key commanders. The attack also claimed the lives of Iranian officials viewed by the U.S. as potential negotiators who could have facilitated a swift resolution to the conflict, thereby complicating the situation.

Trump on Iran: We got rid of the top leadership, and we got rid of the second level of leadership. Now they’re on their third or fourth level of leadership, and they have leaders now that nobody even knows.

Trump on Iran: We are winning the war by a lot. We decimated their whole evil empire. It will continue, I am sure, for a little while.

The United Kingdom, our once Great Ally, perhaps the Greatest of all, is finally giving serious thought to sending two aircraft carriers to the Middle East. That’s okay, Prime Minister Starmer, we don’t need them anymore. But we will remember. We don’t need people who join wars after we have already won!

Senator Graham Threatens Saudi Arabia for Not Joining US-Israel War on Iran U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham warned Saudi Arabia and other Gulf states of “consequences” if they refuse to join the US-Israel war on Iran amid missile strikes across the region. READ MORE

The body of an infant girl was recovered from the rubble of a Tehran home following US-Israeli air strikes on the capital which killed at least 40 civilians.

Israel is attempting to inflict maximum damage on Iran before the window for further strikes narrows, operating under the assumption that Trump could bring an end to the conflict at any moment. Source: Reuters

An Iranian attack on Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar damaged satellite dishes and communications infrastructure used by the U.S. military for command, intelligence, and coordination. Satellite imagery shows multiple antennas and satellite arrays destroyed or heavily damaged, indicating the attack targeted U.S. communications and C4ISR systems.

Some of Trump’s advisers are privately urging him to plan an exit from the Iran War, worried that rising oil prices, declining public support, and potential political backlash could hurt him and Republicans. They want him to frame the military operation as already successful and begin winding it down before it becomes a prolonged conflict.

Israeli officials are preparing for a prolonged military campaign against Hezbollah in Lebanon that could last as long as—or longer than—the ongoing conflict with the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC).

The laser technology that we have now is incredible. It's coming out pretty soon, where literally lasers will do the work of, at a lot less cost, what the Patriots are doing and what other things are doing.

Trump on Iran: Their missile capability is down to about 10%, maybe less.

Trump on Iran: Within a week, they were going to attack us 100%. They were ready.

Trump: The United States of America is the greatest and most exceptional nation in human history, and we will not be threatened by evil terrorists and lunatics any longer.

We go forward more determined than ever to achieve ultimate victory that will end this long-running danger once and for all.

Iran 's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) stated that it destroyed the Haila satellite communications center south of Tel Aviv using attack drones. The IRGC claimed that the facility was a key node linking Israeli air bases with fighter jets and that it was part of the Israeli military 's satellite control and communications network.

On the Strait of Hormuz, Trump said ships are “moving through now,” adding he is “thinking about taking it over.” He also warned Iran: “They’ve shot everything they have to shoot, and they better not try anything cute or it’s going to be the end of that country.”

US President Donald Trump stated that he has "a plan for everything" to address the escalating oil prices attributed to the ongoing conflict between the United States and Iran.

Turkish President Erdogan: Our F-16s, together with our airborne early warning and tanker aircraft, are monitoring potential threats 24/7.

U.S. President Trump stated that he is "not happy" with Iran's new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei and is "nowhere near" ordering ground troops to the Isfahan nuclear facility.

In an interview with Fox News host Brian Kilmeade on Sunday, Trump stated that ships waiting at the Strait of Hormuz should "show some guts" and proceed through the waterway despite escalating tensions with Iran. He added, "There's nothing to be afraid of, they have no Navy, we sunk all their ships… and all but 20% of their launchers."

Trump criticized Iran etc.

NEW: Trump stated that the U.S. is "nowhere near" deploying ground troops to Iran to secure nuclear material at the Isfahan facility. "We haven’t made any decision on that. We’re nowhere near it," Trump said. Source: New York Post

An Israeli official told The Washington Post that the Israeli-U.S. bombing campaign is close to achieving its military goals, including destroying what remains of Iran’s nuclear program, missile stockpiles, weapons factories, and much of its military and intelligence leadership. The official declined to say how long the mission would take.

Hezbollah clashes with Israeli forces in eastern Lebanon amid continued airstrikes in southern Beirut. Nearly 400 people have died, including 83 children.

US-Israel War on Iran Sends Oil Price Shock Across Africa Oil prices surged past $105 and briefly hit $108 after Iran’s leadership change during the US-Israel war. African economies reliant on fuel imports face rising inflation, currency pressure & higher transport costs as Strait of Hormuz risks threaten global supply. READ MORE

Hegseth: Iran War 'Only Just Beginning' U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said the war with Iran is “only just the beginning” after 3,000 U.S. strikes and deployment of 50,000 troops. Washington says Iran will eventually be forced into surrender as fighting spreads across the region. READ MORE

WATCH: Iranian vessel on fire after U.S./Israeli strikes near the port of Bandar Abbas in southeastern Iran.

Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has shared video showing drones being launched toward Israel and countries in the Gulf region.

U.S. President Donald Trump stated that Kurds should not enter the war against Iran, warning that it could make the conflict "more complex" and cause casualties.

Crude oil prices surged past $105 per barrel and briefly reached $108 on March 9 after Mojtaba Khamenei was named Iran 's supreme leader following his father 's death in a U.S.-Israeli airstrike, amid rising Middle East tensions and Strait of Hormuz uncertainty. READ MORE

Iran's Assembly of Experts appointed Mojtaba Khamenei as supreme leader after Ali Khamenei was killed in a Feb. 28 U.S.-Israeli airstrike, while Iran's armed forces pledged loyalty to the new leadership structure.

Donald Trump, commenting on oil prices, stated: "Short-term oil prices, which will drop rapidly when the destruction of the Iran nuclear threat is over, is a very small price to pay for the U.S.A. and the World. ONLY FOOLS WOULD THINK DIFFERENTLY!"

Following Israeli strikes on oil depots in Iran, Senator Graham stated: "Please be cautious about what targets you select."

The BAPCO refinery, the largest oil refinery in Bahrain, was hit by strikes attributed to Iran earlier this morning.

U.S. officials are frustrated with Israel after it struck 30 Iranian fuel depots, saying the attacks were much broader than expected. Washington fears hitting fuel infrastructure used by civilians could boost support for Iran’s regime and push oil prices higher. Source: Axios

Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf: The Iron Dome is no longer an “Iron Dome”; we can strike wherever we decide. We no longer need to fire with the same volume as during the 12-Day War; we will launch fewer strikes but with greater effectiveness and accuracy.

CENTCOM has issued a warning to Iranian civilians, urging them to remain at home due to Tehran's launches of drones and ballistic missiles from densely populated cities such as Dezful, Esfahan, and Shiraz, which places civilians at risk. The U.S. military states that sites used for attacks "lose protected status and could become legitimate military targets."

WATCH: Gasoline pipelines exploding on Shahran Boulevard in Tehran after Israeli strikes hit fuel infrastructure.

Russia is not neutral in the Iran War, its ambassador to the UK says, adding Moscow is sympathetic to Iran in the conflict with Israel and the U.S.

Iran’s Health Ministry states that over 1,200 civilians have been killed and more than 10,000 injured following eight days of conflict.

US President Donald Trump dismissed threats from Iranian security chief Ali Larijani, who warned Trump would “pay the price” for U.S.–Israel strikes on Iran. In a CBS News interview, Trump responded: “I have no idea what he's talking about, who he is. I couldn't care less,” adding that Larijani has “already been defeated.”

Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf stated: "If the war continues like this, there'll be neither a way to sell oil nor the capacity to produce it. They're not only burning America's interests but also the interests of the region's countries and the world at the feet of Netanyahu's delusions."

Reporter: Did the United States bomb a girls’ elementary school in southern Iran on the first day of the war and kill 175 people. Trump: Based on what I’ve seen that was done by Iran. Reporter: Is that true Secretary Hegseth? Hegseth: The only side that targets civilians is Iran. Trump: We think it was done by Iran... they are very inaccurate with their munitions.

Israeli fighter jets targeted three oil storage facilities in Koohak, Shahran and Karaj in Iran.

NEW: Israeli aircraft reportedly struck oil storage tanks in Tehran.

Netanyahu: In recent days, Iran has attacked 12 countries around it. We stand with them.

Trump in 2019: Lindsey Graham would like to stay in the Middle East for the next thousand years, with thousands of soldiers, fighting other people's wars. I want to get out of the Middle East.

Iran will face severe consequences, stated U.S. President Trump, referring to regional drone attacks. This warning came despite Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian's apology for strikes on neighboring countries and his commitment to limit future attacks unless provoked.

UAE President Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan (MBZ) stated that the country is at war but remains strong and "no easy prey" in his first public remarks since Iran launched missiles at the Gulf nation during the wider U.S.–Israeli conflict.

Missile strikes hit the Ghana battalion headquarters in the UNIFIL: United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon mission in southern Lebanon, critically injuring two soldiers. The incident occurred during escalating Israel-Hezbollah fighting.

Satellite imagery and verified videos show U.S. and Israeli strikes in Tehran hitting military and state targets, but also damaging nearby hospitals and civilian sites. Some strikes occurred within hundreds of feet of hospitals and a school, with reports of significant civilian casualties.

African Governments Split on US-Israel Iran War African governments responded differently to the US-Israel strikes on Iran and Tehran’s retaliation across the Gulf. Horn states condemned Iran, while South Africa and Senegal cited international law, and West African countries urged restraint. READ MORE

Iran's Larijani: The Strait of Hormuz will either be a strait of peace and prosperity for all or will be a strait of defeat and suffering for warmongers.

U.S. Reconsiders Ukraine’s Anti-Drone Technology After Iran Attacks Ukrainian officials offered the U.S. their combat-tested technology to destroy Iranian Shahed drones in August 2025, but Washington rejected the proposal. After Iran’s drone strikes intensified during the war that began on Feb. 28, the U.S. has now requested Kyiv’s help. READ MORE

General Dan Caine, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff: We continue to strike the Iranian Navy and their capabilities in order to do things like sustained movements through the Straits of Hormuz.

Planet Labs Delays Satellite Images of Middle East Amid Iran War U.S. satellite imaging firm Planet Labs imposed temporary delays on high-resolution images of the Middle East during the U.S.–Israel war with Iran that escalated in late February 2026, sparking accusations of censorship while the company says the move protects security. READ MORE

NATO Deploys Patriot Missile System in Türkiye Türkiye strengthens air and missile defenses by deploying a NATO-assigned Patriot system in Malatya amid ongoing U.S.-Israel-Iran tensions. READ MORE

The Pentagon spent approximately $5.6 billion on munitions in the first two days of U.S. strikes on Iran, according to officials. This high cost is raising concerns in Congress that the military is rapidly depleting limited stockpiles of advanced weaponry. The Trump administration is expected to request tens of billions in additional defense funding from Congress to sustain the campaign. Source: WaPo

Saudi Aramco CEO Amin Nasser warned that the ongoing Middle East conflict could have “catastrophic consequences” for the oil market and global economy if it continues.

Oil prices fell as U.S. President Donald Trump predicted the Middle East war could end soon, easing fears of prolonged supply disruptions. Brent fell $4.17 to $94.79 and WTI dropped $3.81 to $90.96 amid signals from the Islamic Republic of Iran and the G7.

Iran launched strikes on Manama, Bahrain, hitting a residential high-rise and killing at least one person, with several injured.

Trump: Iran’s neighbors aligned with us and began attacking them, and they were quite successful.

Trump on Iran: They never negotiated in good faith. They still continued to say, “We want to build nuclear. We want enrichment at levels that were unacceptable.” When they even turned down an offer for unlimited free nuclear fuel forever.

Trump on Iran: We now have low-cost interceptors effectively combating Iranian drones.

Trump on Iran: We sunk 51 ships.

Iranian Foreign Minister Araghchi: Thank you CENTCOM for admitting you are using our neighbors’ territory to deploy HIMARS against our people. Nobody should complain if our powerful missiles destroy these systems wherever they are in retribution.

Trump: There are no elections as corrupt as the elections in the United States of America.

NOW: Massive U.S.–Israeli airstrikes hit Karaj, Iran, turning the sky bright.

NOW: US–Israeli airstrikes reported in Tehran, with residents describing a bright flash and explosions moments ago.

Trump: The hardest thing is to go to Dover because Dover is where, for the most part, a lot of the fallen—the warriors, the great young people who have died in war—seem to mostly go.

Iran says it is ready for a protracted war with the United States and sees no room for diplomacy, according to senior official Kamal Kharazi in an interview with CNN. He stated that the conflict will only end if escalating global economic pressures, such as higher energy prices and disrupted oil supplies, compel other nations to urge Washington to cease hostilities.

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan stated regarding Iran: In the attacks that have now entered their tenth day, nearly 1,500 Iranians have lost their lives so far, including more than 300 innocent children.

German Chancellor Merz on Iran: The sooner the Mullah regime ends, the sooner this war will be over. It is solely up to this regime and the so-called Revolutionary Guards (Iran) to cease hostilities. Until that happens, I assume that Israel and America will continue their defense against this regime.

French President Macron on Iran: I believe that nothing indicates that this war will end in the coming days. Therefore, I think this war will certainly last in this intense phase for several days, perhaps several weeks. It also depends on how each side clarifies its final objective and, ultimately, what is called the desired end state.

Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa: What we are witnessing in terms of Iran’s continued attempts to destabilize Arab capitals, and its interventions that directly affect the core of Arab national security, is something we condemn in the strongest terms.

45 Lawmakers Call for a UK Apology for Balfour Declaration 45 British MPs & peers called for a UK apology over the 1917 Balfour Declaration & Britain’s rule in Palestine from 1917-1948, citing historic abuses & international law violations during the Mandate period that shaped the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. READ MORE

JD Vance refers to the Iran War as a "conflict," while Trump openly calls it a war.

Iran's Larijani: It is unlikely that any security can be achieved in the Strait of Hormuz amid the flames of war ignited by the United States and Israel in the region—especially if this occurs by the design of parties that were not far removed from supporting this war and contributing to its escalation.

Donald Trump Jr. and Eric Trump are backing a new drone company, Powerus, which plans to go public through a merger with Nasdaq-listed Aureus Greenway. The move expands the Trump family \n's growing investments in defense drones as the Pentagon increases spending on unmanned systems, including a $1.1 billion program to procure hundreds of thousands of drones by 2027. Source: WSJ

WATCH: Iranians in Isfahan shouting "Allahu Akbar" as explosions were heard during U.S. / Israeli strikes on the city.

Iran stated that a desalination plant on Qeshm Island was targeted in an attack launched from the territory of a neighboring country, according to Iran's Foreign Ministry Spokesperson.

Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC): The thirty-first wave of Operation True Promise 4 has been carried out powerfully against American–Zionist targets using super-heavy missiles, dedicated to the Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, Ayatollah Seyyed Mojtaba Khamenei, under the code “Labbaik Ya Khamenei” (“At your service, O Khamenei”).

French President Macron: Hezbollah should cease all attacks originating from Lebanese territory... Naturally, Israel must also halt its military operations and strikes targeting Lebanon.

Iran caused a fire at a facility of the Bahrain Petroleum Company (BAPCO) in an attack. BAPCO declared force majeure to ensure the continuity of oil supply.

Türkiye deployed six F-16 fighter jets and air defense systems to the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC) to enhance regional security, with the ministry noting additional measures may follow depending on further assessments.

Hegseth on Iran: Trump is right when he says we obliterated their nuclear program. He’s right. We did. We dropped those bombs exactly where they needed to be, set them back. But that doesn’t mean they’ve stopped their pursuit.

Trump on Iran: Many will disarm because of [the war against Iran], because right now Iran is in a position that it’s never known before, and it’s only going to get worse for them. Source: The Times of Israel

U.S. officials stated that Iran is responding more effectively than the Trump administration had anticipated, demonstrating enhanced military capabilities and persistent attacks against U.S. targets. Consequently, officials caution that an increase in American casualties is probable as the conflict persists.

Last night, a U.S. service member passed away from injuries received during the Iranian regime’s initial attacks across the Middle East. The service member was seriously wounded at the scene of an attack on U.S. troops in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia on March 1. This is the seventh service member killed in action during Operation Epic Fury.

House Intelligence Chair Rick Crawford: We have been at war with Iran since 1947.

The U.S. is considering a special forces operation to seize Iran’s highly enriched uranium. Approximately 441 kg of near-weapons-grade uranium—enough for roughly 11 nuclear bombs—may have been moved and has not been verified by inspectors for months. If its location is confirmed, U.S. or Israeli ground forces could attempt to capture or neutralize it. Source: Bloomberg

Iran is expanding its target list, moving beyond military sites to include U.S. economic assets and strategic interests across the region, according to a source cited by Fars News. The source said Iran’s “target bank has been fundamentally updated” to include key American and Israeli investments and vital interests in the region.

Trump told ABC News that Iran was planning "to attack the entire Middle East. To take over the entire Middle East." He added that the next Iranian leader "is not going to last long" if they don't get his approval.

Israeli emergency services reported that three people were injured in the latest Iranian missile attack targeting central Israel, with one of the injured in serious condition.

The UAE claims Iran targeted it the hardest, accounting for 42.8% of all strikes (1,276+), more than double Israel’s 20.1% (approximately 600 strikes). Kuwait follows with 16.8% (~500 strikes), while Bahrain (6.6%) and the Military Forces of Saudi Arabia or Saudi Arabia Army (5.4%) make up smaller shares of the nearly 2,981 recorded strikes.

U.S. Representative Thomas Massie stated, "Iran is not Venezuela. The Ayatollah was not a president. He was a religious leader… The United States and Israel turned him into a martyr. And in the process of doing so, we've already expended billions of dollars and… solemnly, six American families must now lay to rest their sons and daughters. And for what?"

Israel's public broadcaster, Kan News, claims that the United Arab Emirates has carried out strikes against Iranian targets for the first time. No confirmation or evidence has been provided.

A kamikaze drone that hit RAF Akrotiri in Cyprus contained Russian-made Kometa-B navigation hardware. This is the first evidence of Russian military equipment appearing in the Iran-related conflict in the Middle East. The drone attack (March 1) is believed to have been carried out by Hezbollah fighters (Lebanon) from Lebanon. Source: The Times

Bahrain states that an Iranian strike damaged a desalination plant, signaling a new phase of the conflict that targets water infrastructure. Gulf countries are heavily reliant on desalination, with Qatar depending on it for nearly 100% of its supply, Kuwait and Bahrain for approximately 90%, Oman for 86%, and Saudi Arabia for 70%. This strike occurred subsequent to U.S. and Israeli airstrikes that targeted Iran's desalination plant on Qeshm Island.

A hotel in Kuwait was targeted by Iran's drone strikes overnight.

Iran's Shahed-136 drone struck a hotel in Bahrain overnight, which was reportedly used to house U.S. military personnel.

Israel’s Air Force said it targeted facilities housing Iran’s aging F-14 Tomcat fighters at Isfahan airport.

NEW: U.S. officials have discussed the possibility of seizing Kharg Island, Iran’s main oil export terminal. The island handles about 90% of Iran’s crude oil exports, making it a critical economic lifeline for the country. Source: Axios

The United States and Israel are bombing Iranian oil depots and infrastructure.

Iranian officials state that the government can withstand the attacks and believe the U.S. and Israel will eventually lose their appetite for war. Their strategy, referred to as Operation Madman, aims to raise the costs of the conflict until Washington and Tel Aviv back down.

CENTCOM Commander Admiral Brad Cooper stated that Iran's missile launches have decreased by approximately 90 percent since the commencement of hostilities, with drone launches down by 83 percent. However, Iran continues to possess a substantial arsenal. U.S. officials informed Congress during classified briefings that Iran may retain around 50 percent of its missile program, in addition to an even larger proportion of its drone capabilities.

Saudi Arabia has warned Iran against attacking its territory or energy infrastructure, stating that it could retaliate and permit U.S. forces to utilize Saudi bases should such strikes persist. This warning was issued during a telephone call between Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan and Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi.

Reporter: Do you want to be involved in the selection of the next leader of Iran? Trump: Yeah. We don’t have to come back every five or ten years to do this. We want to pick a president that’s not leading them into war.

Reporter: Even if it’s not helping the Iranians particularly much, the Russians would still be involving themselves in a conflict they are not a part of. Trump: Wouldn’t they say that we do it against them? They can give all the information they want, but the people are overwhelmed. We have the greatest military on Earth.

Reporter: Would you secure the enriched uranium at the nuclear sites with ground troops? Trump: At some point, maybe we will — that would be a great thing — but right now we’re just decimating them. We haven’t gone after it yet, but it’s something we could do later on. We wouldn’t do it now. Maybe we’d do it later.

IRGC: With the destruction of key radars and THAAD systems, a large portion of the U.S. monitoring, interception and air defense network in the region has been disabled, effectively bringing down a security shield built over many years. This “radar blindness” means the region’s airspace is now open for further waves of powerful Iranian attacks.

Netanyahu: These countries that were attacked by Iran see the weakness and feebleness of leaders in the West who simply abandoned them.

Netanyahu on Iran: We destroyed government facilities, nuclear infrastructure, command centers and military bases, weapons factories, missile depots, and hundreds of ballistic missile launchers.

BREAKING: Reuters, citing security sources, reports that Katyusha rockets have targeted the U.S. Embassy in Baghdad.

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan on Iran: The war in our region must end as soon as possible. For months, we have made great efforts to establish a negotiating table. Today as well, we say that diplomacy is the solution to problems, and we continue to work in that direction.

Senator Marco Rubio stated that President Trump will receive the remains of the six Americans who lost their lives in the operation against Iranian terrorism.

Footage reportedly from Bahrain appears to show a U.S. HIMARS (High Mobility Artillery Rocket System) system launching tactical missiles toward Iran, likely the newer PrSM (Precision Strike Missile) missiles (two launches from one vehicle).

Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf: The crime committed by the US-Zionist alliance in targeting the desalination plant on Qeshm Island was carried out with the support of a US base in a neighboring country to the south. This aggression will be met with a proportionate response. US bases in the region are platforms for attacking Iran. The origin of any attack is the destination of our response.

The UK has placed the aircraft carrier HMS Prince of Wales on higher readiness for a potential deployment to the Middle East, reducing its mobilization time to five days. Crews have been put on alert following the US and Israeli actions against Iran, although no deployment decision has been finalized. This measure provides [Leader's Name, if known, otherwise omit] with faster options if required. Source: Sky News

Iran's Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei: The cowardly attacks on civilian airports and the deliberate targeting of an Iran Air passenger plane at Bushehr is yet another wicked chapter in the aggressors’ campaign of terror & atrocity against Iranians.

Turkish Ministry of National Defense sources: Phased planning is being carried out to ensure the security of the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC) in light of recent developments. The deployment of F-16 aircraft to the island is one of the options being considered.

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The U.S. Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) has begun building the X-76, an experimental aircraft intended to combine high-speed flight with vertical takeoff capability. The aircraft is being developed by Bell Textron following completion of a critical design review. Manufacturing and ground testing are underway, with flight testing planned for early 2028.

The U.S. is deploying the Merops counter-drone system to the Middle East, a system that has already successfully neutralized over 1,000 Shahed drones in Ukraine. This system employs a small, cost-effective interceptor drone, the Surveyor, costing approximately $15,000, to destroy enemy drones, presenting a significantly more economical defense solution compared to costly missile systems such as the Patriot.

Today will be yet again our most intense day of strikes inside Iran.

Hegseth on Iran: They fire missiles from schools and hospitals.

Iran's Larijani to Trump: The Ashura-inspired Iranian people do not fear your empty threats. Powers far greater than you have failed to wipe them out… So beware that it may be you who disappears!

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Ghana has called on the Commonwealth to condemn a missile attack on its UN peacekeepers in southern Lebanon on Friday. The attack resulted in injuries to four soldiers serving with the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL). This incident has led to demands for an investigation and accountability amid escalating hostilities between Israel and Hezbollah.

A ballistic missile fired from Iran entered Türkiye’s airspace and was intercepted by NATO air and missile defense units in the Eastern Mediterranean. Debris fell in Gaziantep with no casualties. Turkish President Erdoğan warned against continued provocations.

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stated: "They have attacked our nuclear facilities, but they couldn’t destroy our nuclear program. They have also attacked our missile facilities, but they have not been able to stop the missiles from being fired at them. We are well prepared to continue attacking them with our missiles as long as needed — and as long as it takes."

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi: I don’t think talking with Americans anymore would be on the table. We have a very bitter experience of talking with the Americans. They promised us they had no intention to attack us. Even after saying we made big progress, they still decided to attack us.

Analysis of missile debris shown by Iran revealed components marked “Made in USA” and parts from U.S. manufacturers, consistent with a U.S.-made Tomahawk cruise missile. The evidence suggests the Feb. 28 strike that destroyed a school in Minab and killed approximately 175 people originated from U.S. strikes on a nearby naval base, contradicting Trump’s claim that Iran may have been responsible.

Spain's Deputy Prime Minister Yolanda Díaz strongly criticized German Chancellor Olaf Scholz for his silence during Donald Trump's attacks on Spain at the White House, accusing him of acting as a "vassal" to Trump and failing to defend a partner within the European Union. Scholz attempted to contact Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez, but the calls were unsuccessful due to an outdated phone number being used.

Trump on Iran: I think the war is very complete, pretty much. They have no navy, no communications, they’ve got no Air Force. Source: CBS News

Lebanon has requested U.S. assistance in facilitating direct negotiations with Israel to halt the ongoing conflict. However, both Washington and Israel have responded with skepticism. Lebanon's leadership expresses frustration over the perceived lack of U.S. engagement amidst ongoing fighting that has led to hundreds of thousands of people fleeing their homes.

Bahrain’s Public Prosecution is seeking the death penalty for defendants accused of “high betrayal,” alleging they photographed restricted locations after Iranian attacks. In court, prosecutors said the kingdom faces “brutal Iranian aggression” and called for the “maximum penalties…without the slightest mercy,” specifying the death penalty.

A strike hit the SES satellite ground station near Beit Shemesh in Israel’s Elah Valley.

Iranian Foreign Minister Araghchi stated: Iran does not wish to harm ordinary Americans who overwhelmingly voted to end involvement in costly foreign wars. The blame for surging gas prices, costlier mortgages, and pummeled 401(k)s rests squarely with Israel and its dupes in Washington.

Kuwait's Emir stated that the country was attacked by a neighboring state it regards as a "sister nation," even though Kuwait did not permit its territory or airspace to be utilized against any party.

Amidst the ongoing conflict involving Iran, Donald Trump is contemplating measures to maintain oil prices below $100 per barrel, in anticipation of the November midterm elections. Discussions held with the G7 nations and various U.S. agencies have explored potential actions such as the release of strategic petroleum reserves, restrictions on oil exports, intervention in futures markets, the waiver of certain taxes, and the relaxation of the Jones Act.

Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa: We support the serious and decisive steps being taken by the governments of Iraq and Lebanon to remove the threat from their countries and prevent any slide toward conflict. We stand alongside Lebanese President Joseph Aoun in disarming Hezbollah fighters (Lebanon/Palestine).

Protesters in Tunis Rally Against US-Israel War on Iran About 100 protesters gathered on Habib Bourguiba Avenue in Tunis to oppose US-Israeli strikes on Iran and express solidarity with Iranians & Palestinians. READ MORE

BREAKING: Iran fired another ballistic missile on Türkiye. Turkish Ministry of National Defense says a ballistic missile fired from Iran entered Turkish airspace and was intercepted by NATO air defense systems. Debris fell near Gaziantep with no casualties reported.

BREAKING: The U.S. Navy has reportedly struck three Iranian vessels, believed to be oil tankers, in the Persian Gulf.

An empty container for an ATACMS missile was discovered in the Kuwaiti desert, raising suspicions that the U.S. might be conducting HIMARS strikes against Iran from Kuwaiti territory. The ATACMS is a U.S. short-range tactical ballistic missile that can be launched from a HIMARS system, with a strike range of approximately 300 km.

Former French Prime Minister Dominique de Villepin calls for sanctions on Israel and the United States, condemning their attacks on Iran as a violation of international law. “We can take measures. You know, we always say we are dependent... the Americans are very dependent on us too. Let’s not underestimate our capabilities.”

BRICS Divided Over US-Israel War on Iran After India's Chairmanship BRICS has not issued a collective response to the US-Israel war on Iran under India’s chairmanship. While China, Russia and South Africa criticized the strikes, India urged dialogue, highlighting divisions within the 11-member Global South alliance. READ MORE

BREAKING: Turkish Armed Forces deploys 6 x F-16s and air defense systems to Northern Cyprus. The Turkish Ministry of National Defence added that additional measures may be taken if needed depending on how the situation evolves.

Erbil, Iraq saw four drone attacks near Erbil Airport and the U.S. Consulate about five minutes apart as air defenses responded. READ MORE

NEW: Ukraine has sent interceptor drones and drone specialists to aid in the defense of U.S. military bases in Jordan against drone attacks originating from Iran, President Zelensky announced. Source: NYT

Oil prices surged approximately 26–30% overnight, marking one of the most significant single-day increases in decades. WTI crude is priced around $118, and Brent crude around $116, with extreme volatility observed, including 3–5% swings. Some analysts caution that oil prices could exceed $150 if the conflict persists. The trigger for this price surge is a potential Iran-US-Israel conflict that could disrupt maritime traffic through the Strait of Hormuz.

Qatar's Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani: Iran made a mistake by attacking Gulf states, but the solution lies in resuming negotiations. Iranian attacks on Qatar have left us feeling deeply betrayed.

BREAKING: New footage shows a U.S. Tomahawk missile hitting an Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (Iran) site in Minab, Iran, on Feb. 28—confirming the U.S. strike. Smoke is already rising near the girls’ school where about 175 people, many children, were killed. Source

Türkiye will deploy six F-16 fighter jets to Northern Cyprus tomorrow morning as part of security measures.

NEW: Saudi Civil Defense says a military projectile struck the city of Al-Kharj, south of Riyadh, hitting both a sanitation facility and a nearby residential area. Officials report one person killed (an Indian national) and 12 Bangladeshi workers injured in the incident.

Senator Graham on Iran: Now, to our Arab friends: you’re being hit too. Have any Arab countries struck Iran yet? If you want a treaty with the United States, you need to get involved in this fight. You know, America is not going to the Middle East just to fight alone. So I’m urging our Arab allies to fight back. You’re being hit as well.

Swiss Defense Minister Martin Pfister stated that U.S. and Israeli airstrikes on Iran constitute a violation of international law, asserting that they breach the UN Charter's prohibition on the use of force without UN approval or in self-defense.

US Envoy to the UN Mike Waltz on Iran: As a veteran of special operations, we never deliberately attack civilians. If civilians were injured, it’s always by accident. Iranians and their proxies hide caches of weapons in hospitals and schools. We know they do that.

US Envoy to the UN Mike Waltz on Iran: if the Russians are providing anything, it certainly hasn’t been very effective because the U.S. military is decimating the Islamic Republic of Iran Air Force’s, air defenses, navy, ground forces, and command and control. So whatever they are providing, if anything, it hasn’t shown to help them.

U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright on Iran: There are no plans to target Iran’s oil industry, their national gas industry, or anything about their energy industry. If these are Israeli strikes, these are local fuel depots. The U.S. is targeting zero energy infrastructure.

Israel’s Energy Minister Eli Cohen warned that Iran’s energy infrastructure could be targeted, saying “oil refineries and power generation stations are potential targets”.

Wreckage of a U.S. AGM-158 JASSM cruise missile found in Iran’s Markazi Province, likely fired by U.S. B-52 bombers during recent strikes. Iran claims it shot it down. The nose section appears relatively intact, which supports the claim of an interception.

A crowd gathered in a square in Tel Aviv, Israel, on March 7, 2026, to protest U.S. and Israeli military attacks on Iran and call for an immediate end to the war.

Iran's Larijani: When the enemy attacks us from bases in the region, we respond — and we will continue to respond. This is our right and a standing policy. Regional countries must either prevent the US from using their territory against Iran, or we will have no choice but to do it ourselves.

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan on Iran: I would like to once again emphasize that we condemn attacks targeting third countries. The attacks against Qatar, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and Bahrain put innocent civilians ’s lives at risk and increase the possibility of the war spreading.

Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf: The defense policies of the Islamic Republic of Iran are consistent, based on the guidelines of our martyred Imam. As long as the presence of U.S. bases in the region continue, the countries will not enjoy peace. Iranian officials and people are united on this principle.

Iranian Foreign Minister Araghchi: The U.S. committed a blatant and desperate crime by attacking a freshwater desalination plant on Qeshm Island. Water supply in 30 villages has been impacted. Attacking Iran's infrastructure is a dangerous move with grave consequences. The U.S. set this precedent, not Iran.

Tucker Carlson on Iran: Trump is being shown polling that this war is like a 90–10 win for him. I don't know where that polling is coming from. He is getting fake polling; I guess they are only polling Hannity's viewers or something.

Polish PM Tusk: The war in the Middle East continues, and chaos is spreading. Oil prices are rising. Washington may lift sanctions on Russian oil. Who is the real winner here?

Our embassy was hit in Riyadh. Do you not have an obligation to join the fight with us? You have yet to do that. So if you do not believe the American embassy being attacked in Riyadh would trigger mutual self-defense, maybe we shouldn't do a treaty with you.

Türkiye summoned Iran’s Ambassador to Ankara to the Foreign Ministry to seek an explanation over a ballistic missile fired from Iran toward Türkiye.

Oman’s Foreign Minister, Badr Albusaidi: Both regional and US interests will truly be best served by a ceasefire now and a return to diplomacy as soon as possible. The economic damage and potential for humanitarian catastrophe are unsustainable.

French President Macron: When Cyprus is under attack, the entire Europe is under attack.

US Pentagon officials stated that the first week of the Iran war cost $6 billion, with $4 billion allocated to munitions and missile interceptors.

Germany’s Greens are set to win the Baden-Württemberg state election with 30%, ahead of Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s CDU (29%), while the AfD placed third with 18%. The result likely means the Greens and CDU will continue their coalition in the wealthy southern state. Meanwhile, the Social Democrats (SPD) barely cleared the 5% threshold to enter the state parliament.

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan stated: "We told our Iranian friends: ‘If this was a missile that went off course, that is another matter. But if more is to follow, our advice to you is: by all means, no one in Iran should embark on such an adventure.’"

Madagascar President Dismisses Prime Minister & Cabinet Madagascar’s President Col. Michael Randrianirina dismissed the prime minister & entire cabinet without any explanation, signaling a new phase in the country’s transitional government. READ MORE

The Turkish Ministry of National Defense (Türkiye) places great importance on good neighborly relations and regional stability. However, we reiterate that any threat directed at our territory or airspace will be met with all necessary measures, taken decisively and without hesitation. We remind all parties that heeding Türkiye’s warnings is in everyone’s interest.

6 Turkish F-16 fighter jets deployed to Northern Cyprus, conducting a show-of-force flight after arriving in the region.

Guinea Dissolves 40 Political Parties by Decree The dissolved parties include the main opposition groups UFDG (Union for the Republic of Guinea), RPG (Rally of the Guinean People) & UFR (Union of Republican Forces). The decree strips parties of legal status & assets, prompting warnings from opposition leaders that the country is moving toward one-party rule.

US Envoy to the UN Mike Waltz: The Iranian regime started this war in 1979, under Jimmy Carter.

EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen stated: "While in 1990, one third of Europe's electricity came from nuclear, today it's only close to 15%. This reduction in the share of nuclear was a choice. And in hindsight, it was a strategic mistake for Europe to turn its back on a reliable, affordable source of low-emission power."

Senator Graham to UAE: You said today publicly your country would not be used to join the fight against the Ayatollah's regime. This is so disappointing. We need partners that will step forward in a fight that we can't afford to lose.

U.S. satellite firm Planet is restricting imagery over Iran and nearby bases, expanding its monitoring zone and delaying public release of new satellite images from 4 to 14 days.

Iran's deputy foreign minister stated that the primary condition for a ceasefire is the cessation of further attacks.

IRGC Aerospace Force Commander Moosavi: From now on, no missile with a warhead lighter than one ton will be launched. The wavelength of the launches and the wave levels will increase, and their range will become broader.

The U.S. military has lost two more MQ-9 Reaper drones during Operation Epic Fury in Iran, bringing the total lost to 11 drones. The 11 drones lost are worth over $330 million in total.

French President Macron on Iran: The impact of this war is already being felt in fuel prices at the pump, and it will also be felt in gas prices in the coming weeks.

Putin: If European buyers suddenly decide to reorient themselves and provide us with long-term work without politics, we are ready.

Three U.S. B-52 bombers have landed at RAF Fairford in the U.K., signaling preparations for potential sustained heavy bomber strikes against Iran.

Keir Starmer on Iran: We do need to find a way to de-escalate the situation in Iran.

EU's von der Leyen on Iran: The people of Iran deserve freedom, dignity, and the right to decide their own future, even if we know this will be fraught with danger and instability during and after the war.

Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian called Azerbaijan's President Ilham Aliyev on March 8. Pezeshkian stated that the shelling incident in Nakhchivan was not related to Iran and promised that it would be investigated.

Iran's Larijani: We do not welcome an expansion of the war, but if Europeans intervene, we will deal with them accordingly.

Australian sailors embedded on the U.S. submarine USS Charlotte were ordered to their sleeping quarters during the attack that sank the Iranian warship IRIS Dena in the Indian Ocean. The move was meant to ensure the three Royal Australian Navy personnel did not participate in the offensive strike, which killed at least 87 people. Source: The Nightly

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi: They thought that in a matter of two or three days they could go for regime change and achieve a rapid, clean victory, but they failed. So I believe that Plan A was a failure. And now they are trying other plans, but all of them have failed as well. I don’t think they have any realistic endgame in mind. They have just started attacking us blindly.

And to all those who died in this endeavor called Epic Fury: you're protecting America because I believe with all my heart and soul.

French President Macron on Iran: I do not believe that profound changes of regime or political systems can be achieved solely through bombardments. However, if the objective is to neutralize ballistic capabilities or a navy, that can be done within a matter of weeks.

Iranian Foreign Minister Araghchi: 9 days into Operation Epic Mistake, oil prices have doubled while all commodities are skyrocketing. We know the U.S. is plotting against our oil and nuclear sites in hopes of containing huge inflationary shock. Iran is fully prepared. And we, too, have many surprises in store.

BREAKING: Qatar says its air defenses intercepted a missile attack targeting the country.

Israeli strikes in Lebanon caught on live broadcast.

BREAKING: The U.S. State Department has ordered American diplomats to leave Saudi Arabia after drone attacks near the U.S. Embassy in Riyadh.

A video released by Mehr News and geolocated by Bellingcat shows the missile striking a building near the school. The image compares the Tomahawk that hit the site with Tomahawk missiles seen flying over Tehran earlier in the conflict.

Senator Graham on Iran: It isn’t about money today, it is about 6 Americans who died in the defense of our country.

WATCH: Exploding oil pipes created fire barriers on the roads of Tehran after strikes on energy infrastructure.

US Secretary of State Blinken on Iran: During the Obama administration, Israeli officials urged President Obama to take military action against Iran, warning that they would act independently if he did not.

The UAE has denied Israeli claims that it carried out an attack on Iran.

Iran's Fars News, citing an informed source: The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) will intensify offensive operations starting tonight, including a 100% increase in the use of heavy and strategic missiles, effectively doubling their deployment.

CNN's Frederik Pleitgen states that black, oil-contaminated rain is falling over Tehran following strikes on oil facilities by U.S./Israeli airstrikes.

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan on Iran: It is not a correct strategy to attack the civilian infrastructure of countries that do not allow their airspace to be used by other nations or permit the use of foreign military bases on their territory. Doing so would also, to some extent, play into the hands of the Israeli expansionism currently unfolding in this region.

Türkiye's Defense Ministry stated that deploying F-16 fighter jets to the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus is being considered following drone incidents near British bases in southern Cyprus, which prompted Greece to send 2 F-16 jets and 2 frigates.

UPDATE: The Iranian Shahed-136 drone likely attempted to strike the air-traffic control radar at Dubai Airport but fell short of the target. Source: MenchOsint (at X)