IRANIAN FOREIGN MINISTRY: Tehran called on the European Union to oppose any step reminiscent of what it described as the historical Nazi mentality, and to adhere to international law.

The EU/E3 once played a pivotal role in int'l diplomacy, helping to forge the 2015 JCPOA—a landmark achievement of European foreign policy that was torpedoed by this U.S. administration.

Today, under pressure from the #German Chancellor, some EU members risk being placed on the…

— Esmaeil Baqaei (@IRIMFA_SPOX) March 4, 2026

AL MAYADEEN CORRESPONDENT: Five people were killed, 15 wounded, and three others reported missing following an Israeli attack on a residential complex in Baalbek, Lebanon.

IRGC Claims Full Control of Strait of Hormuz

FARS NEWS AGENCY: Iran’s Revolutionary Guard announced it has established full control over the Strait of Hormuz.

IRGC: Iran’s Revolutionary Guard announced that its naval forces carried out a missile operation targeting a US destroyer in the Indian Ocean about 650 kilometers from Iran’s coastline.

The Guard said the vessel was struck while refueling from a US supply ship deep in the Indian Ocean. According to the statement, the attack was carried out using “Qadr-380” and “Talaei” missiles, causing a large fire aboard the ships and heavy smoke rising over the area.

The IRGC also said US forces and bases in Dubai, Bahrain, and Kuwait were targeted with missiles and drones.

Separately, the Khatam al-Anbia headquarters of the Revolutionary Guard claimed that 160 US infantry personnel in Dubai were targeted, saying 100 were killed.

‘100 US Soldiers Killed in Dubai,’ IRGC Says as Ground Forces Enter War

US EMBASSY IN RIYADH: Non-essential personnel and their families have been authorized to leave Saudi Arabia immediately due to security risks.

The embassy cited ongoing threats of Iranian missile and drone strikes targeting areas in the kingdom and warned that its ability to provide emergency services to US citizens in Saudi Arabia is now limited.

Iran Nears Selection of New Supreme Leader

MEHR NEWS AGENCY (citing a member of the Assembly of Experts): Iran is approaching the selection of a new Supreme Leader despite the exceptional circumstances facing the country.

The next successor to Ali Khamenei will be chosen for wisdom and courage to lead the country, the member said.

Missiles Fired Toward Central Israel, Sirens Across Region

ISRAELI MEDIA / ISRAEL HAYOM: Three Iranian missiles were launched toward central Israel in the latest barrage.

Sirens sounded in Jerusalem and several areas of central Israel, while rocket fragments reportedly fell in the city of Beit Shemesh west of Jerusalem.

Sirens were also reported earlier in the Negev.

Drone and Explosions Target US Positions in Iraq

AL JAZEERA CORRESPONDENT / IRAQI RESISTANCE (SARAYA AWLIYA AL-DAM): A drone targeted the logistical support camp of the US embassy near Baghdad airport.

Explosions were also reported at the US base adjacent to Baghdad International Airport.

The Iraqi group Saraya Awliya al-Dam said it carried out a drone swarm attack targeting a US base near Erbil airport and another “vital target” in Jordan.

Israeli Strikes Continue Across Lebanon

LEBANESE HEALTH MINISTRY / AL MAYADEEN CORRESPONDENT: Israeli airstrikes targeted several areas in Lebanon, including Beirut’s southern suburbs, Mount Lebanon, and Baalbek.

At least four people were killed, and more than ten were wounded after an airstrike hit a residential building in the Al-Asira neighborhood of Baalbek.

Earlier strikes on Aramoun and Saadiyat in Mount Lebanon killed six people and wounded eight.

Israel Orders Evacuation of Southern Lebanese Villages

ISRAELI ARMY: The military issued evacuation warnings for residents of 13 villages in southern Lebanon.

Residents were instructed to leave immediately as Israel threatened expanded strikes in the area.

PALESTINE CHRONICLE: Years of covert infiltration, digital mapping, and targeted killings indicate Israel’s war on Iran was long prepared.

The Kill Chain: How Israel’s Spies Engineered War and Mayhem

ISRAELI ARMY: Missile launches were detected toward the Negev and the Dead Sea in southern Israel, while rockets were also fired from Lebanon toward northern Israel.

Air defense systems intercepted most of the projectiles. Sirens sounded across several southern towns, including the Negev, as well as in Safed and parts of the Upper Galilee. One missile fell without causing injuries.

Israeli Airstrikes Across Lebanon Cause Casualties

LEBANESE HEALTH MINISTRY / NATIONAL NEWS AGENCY: Six people were killed and eight wounded in Israeli strikes on Aramoun and Saadiyat in Mount Lebanon.

Earlier reports indicated several killed and more than ten wounded after an airstrike hit a residential building in a housing complex in Baalbek.

Additional Israeli strikes targeted Beirut’s southern suburbs and locations along the Baabda and Hazmieh roads in Mount Lebanon.

Israel Orders Evacuation of Southern Lebanese Towns

ISRAELI ARMY: The military issued an urgent warning ordering residents to evacuate 16 towns and villages in southern Lebanon and remain at least one kilometer away from the areas.

Drone Swarm Attack Targets US Base Near Erbil

ISLAMIC RESISTANCE IN IRAQ (SARAYA AWLIYA AL-DAM): The group said it carried out an attack using a swarm of drones targeting a US base near Erbil airport in northern Iraq.

Saudi Arabia Intercepts Drones

SAUDI DEFENSE MINISTRY: Air defenses intercepted and destroyed nine drones immediately after they entered Saudi airspace.

Explosions Reported in Karaj, Iran

IRANIAN MEDIA: Explosions were reported in the city of Karaj, west of the Iranian capital Tehran.

HEZBOLLAH: The group said it targeted a concentration of Israeli army forces at the Metula site early Wednesday with a rocket barrage.

Explosions Reported in Several Iranian Cities

IRANIAN MEDIA: Explosions were reported in Ahvaz in the south, Isfahan in central Iran, and Sanandaj in the west.

Incident Reported Near Fujairah

UK MARITIME AUTHORITY: A report was received of an incident about seven nautical miles east of Fujairah in the UAE.

The captain of a vessel reported being struck by an unknown projectile that damaged steel plating, though the crew was unharmed.

US Transportation Secretary: Ensuring Shipping Continues

US TRANSPORTATION SECRETARY: Washington is working with partner agencies to ensure the continued movement of ships and the protection of its commercial fleet.

Israeli Media: Sirens Sound Again in the North

ISRAELI MEDIA: Air raid sirens sounded again in northern Israel.

Sirens Sound in Ghajar and Dafna

ISRAELI HOME FRONT COMMAND: Sirens sounded in the areas of Ghajar and Dafna in northern Israel.

Iraqi Popular Mobilization Forces Report US Strike

POPULAR MOBILIZATION FORCES (IRAQ): A US strike targeted a headquarters belonging to the Al-Jazeera Operations command in Jurf al-Nasr. No casualties were reported.

Elizabeth Warren: No Clear Reason for War

ELIZABETH WARREN: The Democratic senator said Donald Trump has not yet provided any clear reason for the war and appears to have no plan to end it.

AL JAZEERA CORRESPONDENT: Rockets were launched from southern Lebanon toward northern Israel.

Israel: Large-Scale Operations Underway Across Iran

ISRAELI ARMY: The military said it has begun large-scale operations across Iran.

Saudi Arabia: Kingdom Will Take All Measures to Defend Security

SAUDI COUNCIL OF MINISTERS: The kingdom will take all necessary measures to defend its security.

Can Iran Withstand US-Israeli Strikes for Long?

HOSSEIN KANANI MOGHADAM (Former IRGC Commander, speaking to Al-Jazeera): Iran possesses significant capabilities to produce and deploy ballistic missiles, hypersonic weapons, and drones against Israel.

He said Washington and Tel Aviv would not withstand Iranian strikes for more than a month in the event of a prolonged conflict.

Iran: Ground Forces Enter the Battle

AL MAYADEEN CORRESPONDENT (Tehran): Iranian ground forces announced their entry into the battle through the launch of drones.

Iran Says Main Strike Has Not Yet Been Launched

AL MAYADEEN CORRESPONDENT (Tehran): Iran confirmed that its primary strike has not yet been carried out.

IRGC Claims Targeting of US Destroyer in Indian Ocean

AL MAYADEEN CORRESPONDENT (Tehran): The Revolutionary Guard announced it targeted a US destroyer in the Indian Ocean region.

Israeli Strike Hits Building in Lebanon’s Saadiyat

AL MAYADEEN CORRESPONDENT (Beirut): An Israeli airstrike targeted a building in the Saadiyat area in the Chouf district.

Airstrike Hits Area in Iraq’s Diyala Province

AL MAYADEEN CORRESPONDENT (Iraq):

• An airstrike targeted the Al-Wajihiya area in Diyala province.
• An airstrike targeted a military site in Al-Muthanna province in southern Iraq.

Israeli Media: 10 Projectiles Fired from Lebanon

ISRAELI MEDIA PLATFORM: Ten projectiles were launched from Lebanon.

IRGC Claims Strike on US Base in Bahrain

IRGC KHATAM AL-ANBIA HEADQUARTERS: The Revolutionary Guard said it targeted the US base in the Sheikh Isa area in Bahrain with missiles and drones.

PALESTINE CHRONICLE: Iran’s Revolutionary Guard claims it killed 100 US soldiers in Dubai and struck multiple American military sites across the Gulf.

‘100 US Soldiers Killed in Dubai,’ IRGC Says as Ground Forces Enter War

PALESTINE CHRONICLE: Russia’s Dmitry Medvedev warned that World War III “will undoubtedly begin” if US regime-change policies continue.

‘Hiroshima Would Be Child’s Play’ — Medvedev; Lavrov Condemns US ‘Aggression’

Israeli Airstrike Targets Beirut’s Southern Suburbs

AL JAZEERA CORRESPONDENT: A new Israeli airstrike targeted the southern suburbs of Beirut.

Drone Strike Targets Iranian Kurdish Opposition Headquarters in Erbil

AL JAZEERA CORRESPONDENT: A drone targeted the headquarters of the Iranian Kurdish opposition group Kurdistan Democratic Party of Iran (KDPI) in Koysinjaq district in Erbil.

Another drone fell in the Kasnazan area of Erbil.

IRGC Claims Heavy US Casualties in Dubai Strike

IRGC KHATAM AL-ANBIA HEADQUARTERS: The Revolutionary Guard claimed it targeted 160 US infantry personnel in Dubai, killing 100 of them.

The statement also said dozens of destructive drones targeted US forces in Kuwait and that missiles and drones struck the US base in the Sheikh Isa area in Bahrain.

Air Raid Sirens Activated in Eilat for First Time Since War Began

ISRAEL HAYOM: For the first time since the start of the war on Iran, sirens were activated in the southern Israeli city of Eilat.

Air defenses intercepted two missiles launched from Iran toward Israel during the latest barrage.

PALESTINE CHRONICLE: A suspected Iranian drone strike hit the CIA station inside the US Embassy in Riyadh, according to the Washington Post.

Read the key developments and the full report here:

‘Very Disturbing’: US Congress Clashes over Trump’s Iran Strikes and Israel’s Role

PALESTINE CHRONICLE: Lawmakers clash over the rationale behind Trump’s Iran strikes, calling them “very disturbing” as Congress moves to limit executive war powers.

‘Very Disturbing’: US Congress Clashes over Trump’s Iran Strikes and Israel’s Role

Missiles Launched Toward Northern and Southern Israel

ISRAELI HOME FRONT COMMAND: Missile launches were detected toward northern and southern Israel.

Sirens sounded in Haifa, the Haifa Bay area, and wide parts of northern Israel.

Hezbollah Targets Haifa Naval Base

HEZBOLLAH: The group said it targeted the Haifa naval base with “precision missiles.”

It also announced rocket fire at an Israeli troop concentration at the Al-Ajl Hill site north of the Kfar Yuval settlement.

IRGC: Strait of Hormuz Fully Under Naval Supervision

IRGC NAVY POLITICAL OFFICIAL: The Strait of Hormuz is fully under the supervision of Iranian naval forces.

IRGC: Israeli Military and Defense Ministry Targeted

IRGC: The Revolutionary Guard said it targeted the Israeli General Staff and Defense Ministry in Hakirya, as well as military sites in Petah Tikva in Tel Aviv.

Qatar Arrests Two Cells Linked to IRGC

QATAR NEWS AGENCY: Authorities arrested two cells working on behalf of Iran’s Revolutionary Guard.

Ten suspects were detained — seven assigned espionage tasks and three sabotage operations. Sensitive site coordinates, communication devices, and technical equipment were reportedly seized.

Lebanon Death Toll Rises

LEBANESE HEALTH MINISTRY: 50 killed and 335 wounded since Israeli strikes began at dawn Monday.

Massive Explosions in Tel Aviv, Jerusalem, Ramallah

AL JAZEERA CORRESPONDENT: Large explosions were heard in Tel Aviv, Jerusalem, and Ramallah.

Sirens Sound Again in Aqaba and Amman

AL JAZEERA: Sirens sounded again in Aqaba opposite Eilat, and in Amman and several Jordanian cities for the second time within half an hour.

New Iranian Missile Barrage Toward Israel

ISRAELI ARMY: Missiles were launched from Iran toward Israel and are being intercepted.

The army said it completed strikes on warehouses, launch sites, and infrastructure belonging to Hezbollah and Hamas in Tyre and Sidon, and attacked 60 Hezbollah targets in southern Lebanon.

Sirens Across Greater Tel Aviv

ISRAELI HOME FRONT COMMAND: Sirens sounded in Greater Tel Aviv and wide areas of central Israel.

Channel 12 reported rockets fell in open areas with no injuries recorded.

German Chancellor Warns of Risks

FRIEDRICH MERZ: The German chancellor said he is unsure whether military strikes will lead to change within Iran’s government.

He warned the strikes carry risks and require a “day-after plan,” adding that Germany’s participation in military conflicts requires parliamentary approval.

UAE: We Did Not Participate in War

UAE FOREIGN MINISTRY: The UAE did not participate in the war and did not allow its territory, waters, or airspace to be used to attack Iran. The UAE said it has faced more than 1,000 attacks and retains its right to self-defense.

Rubio: We Will Increase Pace of Attacks

MARCO RUBIO: The US Secretary of State said Washington will intensify strikes on Iran and will not allow it to develop nuclear weapons.

He said 9,000 Americans have left the region since the war began, with about 1,500 still requesting assistance.

Rubio confirmed a drone struck a parking area near the US Consulate in Dubai, causing a fire.

Fire near US Consulate in Dubai

DUBAI GOVERNMENT MEDIA OFFICE: Authorities extinguished a limited fire near the US Consulate after a drone strike. No injuries were reported.

Iran’s Revolutionary Guard Says Cruise Missile Shot Down

IRANIAN REVOLUTIONARY GUARD: The IRGC announced it shot down a cruise missile in Markazi province in central Iran.

France Deploys Aircraft Carrier to Middle East

EMMANUEL MACRON: The French president said he ordered the aircraft carrier Charles de Gaulle to head to the Middle East.

Macron said Rafale fighter jets, air defense systems, and radar units have been deployed in recent hours and that France is working to build a coalition to restore safe navigation.

He added that the conflict in Iran is expanding across the region with serious consequences for peace and security, stressing that France cannot accept US and Israeli military actions. He also expressed solidarity with regional states facing Iranian attacks and confirmed the dispatch of additional air assets and a frigate toward Cyprus.

PALESTINE CHRONICLE: China denounced the US-Israeli war on Iran, demanded a ceasefire, as reports of Chinese missile negotiations with Tehran intensified.

Read the key developments and the full report here:

China Hardens Position Against US-Israeli War on Iran, Missile Talks Continue

PALESTINE CHRONICLE: Trump threatened to cut trade with Spain after Madrid refused US use of its bases for Iran operations.

Read the key developments and the full report here:

‘Cut off All Dealings’ – Rift Between US and Spain over NATO Bases, Iran

Israeli Army: 1,600 Sorties, 4,000 Bombs Dropped on Iran

ISRAELI ARMY: The military said it has carried out 1,600 air sorties over Iran and dropped 4,000 bombs since the start of the war.

Two Killed in Drone Strike in Qazvin

IRANIAN OFFICIAL (Qazvin Province): Two people were killed and four others wounded after what was described as an “enemy drone” targeted an industrial workshop.

Sirens Sound in Northern Israel After Drone Infiltration

ISRAELI HOME FRONT COMMAND: Sirens sounded in northern Israeli towns following suspected drone infiltration.

A drone reportedly crossed from Lebanon into the area of Arab al-Aramsheh in the western Galilee.

Israeli Army Claims Strike on “Secret Nuclear Facility” in Tehran

ISRAELI ARMY SPOKESPERSON: Israel targeted what it described as a secret nuclear facility in Tehran.

He said a senior Iranian figure coordinating operations with Hezbollah was killed in central Tehran and that ballistic missile systems and air defense networks were also struck.

Politico: Trump Administration Weighs Military Escort for Tankers

POLITICO (citing sources): The Trump administration is considering providing military protection for oil and gas tankers sailing through the Strait of Hormuz.

Türkiye: Random Bombardment of Gulf States Is Wrong

HAKAN FIDAN: The Turkish foreign minister said Iran’s “random” shelling of Gulf states is “extremely wrong.”

New Israeli Strike in South Lebanon

AL JAZEERA: An Israeli airstrike targeted the town of Al-Sawana in Marjeyoun district in southern Lebanon.

Fars: Final Stages Underway to Select New Supreme Leader

FARS NEWS AGENCY (citing sources): The final stages of selecting a new Supreme Leader are underway and a result may be announced soon. The agency said a building affiliated with the Assembly of Experts in Qom was struck but no meeting was taking place there, adding that sessions are being held remotely.

Israeli Strikes Across South Lebanon

AL JAZEERA CORRESPONDENT: Israeli airstrikes targeted the southern Lebanese towns of Ma’rakah, Aabba, Harouf, and Doueir.

CBS: US Military Using AI Tool in Iran War

CBS NEWS: The US military is using the “Claude” artificial intelligence application developed by Anthropic in the war on Iran.

Explosions Heard in Central Israel

AL JAZEERA CORRESPONDENT: Explosions were heard in central Israel.

ISRAELI HOME FRONT COMMAND: Sirens sounded in Haifa, Greater Tel Aviv, and several coastal cities after three rockets were launched from Lebanon toward central Israel.

Israeli Airstrikes Target South Lebanon Towns

AL JAZEERA: Two Israeli airstrikes targeted the towns of Al-Burj Al-Shamali and Al-Abbassiyah in the Tyre district of southern Lebanon.

Sirens Sound near Gaza and across Northern Israel

ISRAELI HOME FRONT COMMAND: Sirens sounded in Netiv HaAsara near the northern Gaza envelope. Earlier, alerts were activated in Haifa and other northern areas amid reports of rocket fire and suspected drone infiltrations.

Iran Claims Control of Hermes 900 Drone

IRANIAN REVOLUTIONARY GUARD: The IRGC said it took control of a “Hermes 900” drone before it could carry out an attack inside Iran.

US Democratic Lawmakers Demand Clarity

US HOUSE DEMOCRATS (Letter to President Trump): Five senior Democratic lawmakers said the American public has the right to know the reasons behind the conflict, the objectives justifying continued military involvement, and the safeguards in place to prevent a broader regional war.

They stressed Congress’s constitutional responsibility over matters of war and called for full transparency.

UN Warns of Impact on Energy Infrastructure

STÉPHANE DUJARRIC: The UN spokesperson warned of rising civilian casualties and serious humanitarian consequences. He said continued attacks on energy infrastructure in the Gulf could severely damage the global economy and urged Lebanon and Israel to resort to diplomatic channels.

Israeli Evacuation Orders in Tyre

ISRAELI ARMY: The army issued evacuation warnings to residents of two areas in the southern Lebanese city of Tyre ahead of planned strikes.

Four Explosions Reported in Erbil

AL JAZEERA: Four explosions were heard in Erbil, the capital of Iraq’s Kurdistan Region, within less than half an hour.

🇺🇸🇪🇸 “Spain has been very bad… we can simply go in and use them.”

After Spain refused to allow US forces to use its bases to strike Iran, President Trump said he asked the Treasury Secretary to “cut off all relations with Spain,” adding:

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— The Palestine Chronicle (@PalestineChron) March 3, 2026

Explosion Reported in Erbil

AL JAZEERA: An explosion was heard in Erbil, the capital of Iraq’s Kurdistan Region. No further details were immediately available.

Trump Criticizes Britain, Threatens Trade Cut with Spain

DONALD TRUMP: The US president said Washington would cut all trade relations with Spain and voiced dissatisfaction with Britain over its position on Iran.

“I am not satisfied with Britain regarding Iran,” Trump said, adding that some European countries had supported the United States, singling out Germany for allowing US aircraft to land in certain areas.

German Chancellor Backs Regime Change in Iran

FRIEDRICH MERZ: The German chancellor said Berlin agrees with the United States and Israel on the need to “get rid of the horrific regime in Iran.”

Speaking during a meeting with President Trump at the White House, Merz added that Germany hopes the war ends as soon as possible.

Trump: I Pushed Israel to Engage Iran

DONALD TRUMP: “Israel did not force me to attack Iran — the opposite is true. I pushed Israel to enter the battle.”

Trump claimed Iran would have attacked the United States if Washington had not struck first. He said additional Iranian leaders were targeted today and described the “midnight hammer strike” as significant.

UAE Calls on Iran to Halt Attacks

UNITED ARAB EMIRATES (in a letter to the UN Security Council): The UAE called on Iran to immediately cease its attacks and refrain from any threat or unlawful use of force. Abu Dhabi said it would take all necessary and lawful measures to protect its territory, residents, and visitors.

Israeli Media: Three Cluster Missiles Launched

ISRAELI MEDIA: Reports said Iran has launched three cluster-type missiles at Israel since the start of the war.

Drone Explosion near Kiryat Shmona

ISRAELI MEDIA: An explosive drone detonated near Kiryat Shmona, close to the Lebanese border.

Trump: Iran’s Military Capabilities Are Diminishing

DONALD TRUMP (to Politico): Trump claomed Iran’s stockpile of key weapons is being depleted and that he remains open to working with elements of the current or future Iranian leadership.

“Iran’s military capabilities are steadily declining,” he said, adding that Tehran is facing shortages in ammunition and launchers as they are being destroyed. Trump also claimed the United States has “unlimited” munitions and that military production is accelerating.

Sirens Sound Again in Northern Israel

ISRAELI HOME FRONT COMMAND: Sirens sounded in the Galilee, Haifa, and Acre over suspected drone infiltration from Lebanon.

Israeli media reported that one drone was intercepted while another was being pursued.

Macron Consults Regional Leaders

ÉLYSÉE PALACE: President Emmanuel Macron held separate consultations with leaders of Cyprus, Lebanon, Qatar, the UAE, and Iraq’s Kurdistan Region to discuss developments in the Middle East. Macron is expected to address the French public later today.

Pentagon Official: Objectives in Iran Are Limited and Achievable

ELBRIDGE COLBY, US UNDERSECRETARY OF DEFENSE FOR POLICY: “Our military operations focus on Iran’s ability to project military power against us.”

Colby described US goals in Iran as “specific, reasonable, and achievable,” citing concerns over Tehran’s expanding missile capabilities.

Israeli Strike on Sidon

AL JAZEERA CORRESPONDENT: An Israeli airstrike targeted the city of Sidon in southern Lebanon. The Israeli army said it struck a rocket launcher used to fire toward the Golan.

Iranian Army: 35 Advanced Drones Destroyed

IRANIAN ARMY: Air defenses have destroyed 35 advanced enemy drones since the start of the US-Israeli war on Iran.

Iranian Red Crescent: 787 Killed

IRANIAN RED CRESCENT: The death toll from the Israeli-American assault has reached 787.

The organization said 135 cities across Iran have been targeted since the war began.

Iranian Defense Ministry: Advanced Weapons to Be Used Over Time

IRANIAN DEFENSE MINISTRY: Tehran’s capacity to resist and conduct offensive operations exceeds enemy expectations.

“We will not deploy all advanced weapons in the early days of the war,” the ministry said, adding that more advanced systems will be introduced gradually.

Netanyahu: We Continue Striking Iran

BENJAMIN NETANYAHU: “The Israeli Air Force continues to deliver powerful blows to Iran.”

Netanyahu said Israeli pilots are operating over Iran and Lebanon, accusing Hezbollah of dragging Lebanon into a war. He added that Israel will do “whatever is necessary” to defend itself.

Israeli Strike on Southern Lebanon

AL JAZEERA: A new Israeli airstrike targeted the town of Debbine in southern Lebanon.

PALESTINE CHRONICLE: Hezbollah launched rockets, drones, and anti-tank missiles at Israeli occupation military sites, saying the operations respond to ongoing Israeli attacks.

Read the key developments and the full story here:

Hezbollah Hits Multiple Israeli Tanks as Rocket Retaliation Continues

Israeli Official: We Sought to Prevent Selection of New Supreme Leader

AXIOS (citing Israeli military official): “We wanted to prevent the Iranians from choosing a new Supreme Leader.”

The official said the strike on the Assembly of Experts building in Qom occurred while votes were being counted. It remains unclear which members were inside at the time of the attack or the extent of the damage.

Israeli Defense Minister Approves Seizure of New Areas in Lebanon

ISRAELI DEFENSE MINISTER YISRAEL KATZ: Katz said he approved, together with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, “advancing and taking control of additional areas in southern Lebanon to protect border communities.”

Earlier, Israel’s public broadcaster reported that Israeli ground forces had entered southern Lebanon.

US House Democratic Leader: Republicans Dragged America Into Endless War

HAKEEM JEFFRIES: The US House Democratic minority leader said Republicans have “dragged America into an endless war in the Middle East.”

The top Democrat on the Senate Foreign Relations Committee questioned whether US policy is being directed by President Donald Trump or Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

Pakistan Urges Iran to Consider Defense Pact With Saudi Arabia

PAKISTANI FOREIGN MINISTER ISHAQ DAR: Pakistan informed Iran that it must take into account the mutual defense agreement between Islamabad and Riyadh.

Iran: Building Struck is Secondary

MEHR NEWS AGENCY: The building struck in Qom is old and secondary and is not used for official meetings.

Missiles Strike Central Israel

ISRAELI MEDIA: Iranian missiles and shrapnel fell directly in multiple locations in at least two areas of central Israel.

Hezbollah Says It Hit Merkava Tank

HEZBOLLAH: The group said its fighters struck an Israeli Merkava tank at the Al-Samaqa site in the occupied Kfar Shouba Hills, claiming a direct hit.

Hezbollah Says It Downed Israeli Drone in Nabatieh

HEZBOLLAH: The group said it shot down an Israeli drone with appropriate weapons over the city of Nabatieh in southern Lebanon.

Airstrike Destroys Assembly of Experts Building in Qom

IRANIAN MEDIA: An airstrike destroyed the building of the Assembly of Experts in Qom, south of Tehran.

FOX NEWS (citing Israeli official): “We targeted the Assembly of Experts during a meeting to select a new Supreme Leader.”

Haaretz: Cluster Warhead Used in Tel Aviv Attack

HAARETZ: Security officials believe a cluster warhead missile was used in the latest Iranian attack on Tel Aviv.

ISRAELI EMERGENCY SERVICES: Twelve people were injured in the latest missile barrage on the greater Tel Aviv area.

New Airstrikes on Tehran

AL-JAZEERA CORRESPONDENT: Warplanes carried out new strikes on the Iranian capital, Tehran.

ISRAELI MILITARY: Fighter jets targeted military infrastructure belonging to the Iranian regime in Hakimiyeh and at Payam Airport in Tehran.

China Opposes Strikes on Iran

XINHUA (citing Chinese Foreign Ministry): Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi told his Israeli counterpart Gideon Sa’ar that Beijing opposes military strikes by Israel and the United States on Iran, stressing that force cannot resolve problems and will instead create new crises.

Qatar, India Call for De-Escalation

QATARI AMIRI DIWAN: Qatar’s Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi stressed the need to restore regional peace, halt escalation, and return to dialogue and negotiations.

UN: At Least 31,000 Displaced in Lebanon

UNHCR (spokesperson Babar Baloch): At least 31,000 people have been displaced in Lebanon due to Israeli shelling and airstrikes, particularly in the south, the Bekaa Valley, and Beirut’s southern suburbs, following evacuation warnings to more than 53 Lebanese villages.

Explosions Reported in Tehran

TASNIM NEWS AGENCY: Explosions were heard in Tehran, while a joint US-Israeli attack reportedly targeted the Assembly of Experts office building in Qom.

ISRAELI MILITARY: Aircraft are conducting extensive strikes on Iranian regime infrastructure in Tehran.

Iran’s UN Envoy: This Is Not the Time for Negotiations

IRANIAN AMBASSADOR TO THE UN IN GENEVA ALI BAHRINI: It is unacceptable to use neighboring countries’ territory to facilitate aggression against Iran. Any base used to launch attacks would become a legitimate target. “The only language with America is defense, and this is not the time for negotiations.”

Sirens Sound After New Iranian Missile Launch

ISRAELI HOME FRONT COMMAND: Early warning alerts were issued following detection of a new Iranian missile attack, with sirens sounding in southern Israel and the Dead Sea area.

IAEA: Iran Does Not Possess a Nuclear Weapon

IAEA DIRECTOR-GENERAL RAFAEL GROSSI (to NBC): Iran has accumulated enough enriched uranium for more than 10 nuclear warheads but does not currently possess a nuclear weapon.

Lebanon Reports 40 Killed in Israeli Attacks

LEBANESE HEALTH MINISTRY: Israeli attacks on Lebanon since Monday have killed 40 people and wounded 246. Since early Tuesday, Israeli forces have carried out multiple airstrikes on Beirut’s southern suburbs and several areas in southern Lebanon, alongside a ground incursion.

Seven Injured by Iranian Missile in Tel Aviv Area

CHANNEL 12 (ISRAEL): Seven people were injured in Bnei Brak after missiles and debris struck three locations, including the greater Tel Aviv area. A missile carrying a cluster warhead reportedly fell in Petah Tikva in central Israel.

Iran Denies Attacking Oman

IRANIAN ARMED FORCES GENERAL STAFF: Tehran denied carrying out any military attack on the territory or ports of the Sultanate of Oman.

IRGC Says It Destroyed Targets in Iraqi Kurdistan

IRANIAN REVOLUTIONARY GUARD CORPS: The IRGC said it destroyed targets belonging to hostile groups in Iraqi Kurdistan that were allegedly planning infiltration and operations inside Iran, vowing to confront anti-Iran groups in any country.

Israeli Strike Hits South Lebanon

AL-JAZEERA: An Israeli airstrike targeted the town of Bnaafoul in southern Lebanon.

Iran Intelligence Warns Collaborators

IRANIAN INTELLIGENCE: Authorities vowed to deal firmly with mercenaries and collaborators with Israel and the United States, saying they would be treated as Israeli soldiers.

Sirens Sound across Central Israel

ISRAELI HOME FRONT COMMAND: Early warning alerts were issued for a missile attack on Haifa, with sirens sounding across greater Tel Aviv, central and northern Israel.

Lebanese President Urges French Intervention

LEBANESE PRESIDENCY: President Joseph Aoun asked French President Emmanuel Macron to intervene to halt Israeli military expansion in border villages in southern Lebanon.

Hezbollah Fires on Israeli Position

HEZBOLLAH: The group said it fired rockets at the Ma’ayan Baruch site in the Upper Galilee.

GCC Chief Calls for Halt to Iranian Attacks

GCC SECRETARY-GENERAL: The Iranian attacks on Gulf states were described as unjustified escalation, with a call for their immediate cessation.

Israeli Strike in Tehran Targets Quds Force Commander

ISRAELI ARMY RADIO (citing source): The target of an airstrike in Tehran was identified as Davoud Ali Zadeh, commander of the Lebanon Corps within the Quds Force.

Damage Across Multiple Areas Following Iranian Strikes 🔴

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— The Palestine Chronicle (@PalestineChron) March 3, 2026

PALESTINE CHRONICLE: Israeli occupation forces advanced into southern Lebanon as Hezbollah launched drone and rocket strikes on key military bases.

Read the key developments and the full report here:

Israel Launches Ground Incursion in Lebanon as Hezbollah Targets Military Bases

PALESTINE CHRONICLE: The war on Iran has shattered US-Israeli myths and confirmed deeper truths about power, resistance and regional reality.

Read the latest editorial by Ramzy Baroud

Debunked and Confirmed: Myths and Realities from the Iran War

UAE Reports Three Deaths in Iranian Attacks

UAE ARMED FORCES SPOKESPERSON:

• The Iranian attacks resulted in three deaths and 68 minor injuries.
• Air defenses intercepted 755 of 812 detected drones, destroyed 172 of 186 ballistic missiles—with 13 falling into the sea—and shot down eight cruise missiles.
• The UAE maintains sufficient strategic stockpiles to counter aerial threats.
• Thick black smoke was seen rising over Jebel Ali Port after debris from an intercepted Iranian missile fell in the area.

Iran Says It Sought to Avoid War

IRANIAN FOREIGN MINISTRY: Tehran said it sought until the last moment to avoid entering a path of war, accusing the opposing side of choosing aggression.

Israel Claims Attack on Hezbollah Leadership Meeting

ISRAELI ARMY RADIO: An airstrike in Beirut’s southern suburbs targeted a meeting of Hezbollah leaders.

Eight Rockets Fired from South Lebanon

AL-JAZEERA CORRESPONDENT: Eight rockets were launched from southern Lebanon toward northern Israel, including two targeting the Israeli Samaka site in the occupied Kfar Shouba Hills.

Three Drones Downed in Oman

OMAN NEWS AGENCY (citing security source): Two drones were intercepted over Dhofar province and a third near Salalah Port. No casualties or material damage were reported.

Sirens Sound in Kuwait City

AL-JAZEERA: Sirens were heard in Kuwait City.

Iraqi Factions Claim Drone Attack on Erbil Hotel

IRAQI FACTIONS: Armed groups said they launched a drone swarm targeting a hotel in Erbil where US soldiers were staying.

UK Warship to Protect Akrotiri Base

THE TIMES (citing sources): Britain plans to dispatch a warship to Cyprus to protect the British base at Akrotiri.

PALESTINE CHRONICLE: Iranian officials reject US negotiations, accuse Washington of ‘Israel First’ war, as leadership transition mechanisms move forward in Tehran.

Read the key developments and the full report here:

Iran Rejects US Negotiations, Accuses Washington of ‘Israel First’ War

Sirens Sound in Aqaba

AL-JAZEERA: Sirens were heard again in the Jordanian city of Aqaba, opposite Eilat in southern Israel.

Kuwait Condemns Attack on US Embassy

KUWAITI FOREIGN MINISTRY: The Iranian attack on the US Embassy in Kuwait constitutes a blatant violation of international norms and laws.

Sirens Sound Again in Amman

AL-JAZEERA CORRESPONDENT: Sirens were heard in the Jordanian capital, Amman, for the second time within an hour.

Four Iranian Missiles Intercepted over Jordan and West Bank

ISRAELI MEDIA: Four Iranian ballistic missiles were intercepted over Jordan and near Jerusalem and the occupied West Bank.

Israeli Army Says It Hit 40 Targets in Lebanon

CHANNEL 12 (citing sources): The Israeli army launched a wide-scale assault in southern Lebanon after a building in northern Israel was struck by Hezbollah fire. Since the morning, 40 targets in Lebanon have been attacked. Evacuation orders were issued for dozens of Lebanese towns, covering more than 80 localities in the south.

Lavrov: US Actions Could Push Iran Toward Nuclear Weapons

RUSSIAN FOREIGN MINISTER SERGEY LAVROV: The global nuclear threat is intensifying due to the Middle East conflict. US actions could encourage Iran to develop nuclear weapons.

US Embassy in Muscat Orders Shelter-in-Place

US EMBASSY IN MUSCAT: Embassy staff were instructed to shelter in place.

Israeli Airstrike Hits Blat in South Lebanon

AL-JAZEERA: Israeli warplanes carried out an airstrike on the town of Blat in southern Lebanon.

Fire at Fujairah Port After Drone Debris

FUJAIRAH MEDIA OFFICE: A fire broke out at Fujairah Port after debris from an intercepted drone fell in the area. No injuries were reported.

Sirens Activated in Bahrain

BAHRAINI INTERIOR MINISTRY: Sirens were activated, and citizens and residents were urged to head to the nearest safe location.

Saudi Arabia Condemns Attack on US Embassy

SAUDI FOREIGN MINISTRY: Riyadh condemned the Iranian attack on the US Embassy building in the capital, describing it as blatant aggression. Continued Iranian escalation will push the region toward further instability. The Kingdom will not allow its airspace or territory to be used for attacks on Iran.

PALESTINE CHRONICLE: Contrary to expectations that the Supreme Leader’s death might trigger immediate paralysis, the government of Iran remains firmly in control.

Read the latest article by Iqbal Jassat.

Retaliation Confirms Iran is in Control Despite Killing of Ayatollah Khamenei

Iran: Natanz Strike Caused No Radiation Leak

IRANIAN ATOMIC ENERGY ORGANIZATION: The strike on the Natanz facility in Isfahan caused damage to the entrance of the site. The attack did not result in any radioactive leakage.

Israeli Airstrike Targets Qatrani in South Lebanon

AL-JAZEERA CORRESPONDENT: Israeli warplanes carried out an airstrike on the town of Qatrani in southern Lebanon.

Iran Says It Downed Seven Israeli Drones

IRANIAN ARMY: Naval forces targeted enemy ships and bases in the region and in Israel with surface-to-surface missiles. Seven Israeli drones, including Hermes, Heron and MQ-9 models, were shot down in various parts of Iran. Al-Udeid base in Qatar was targeted with missiles.

IAEA: No Expected Radiological Impact from Natanz

INTERNATIONAL ATOMIC ENERGY AGENCY: The Natanz uranium enrichment facility sustained damage, but no radiological consequences are expected as a result of the strike.

Israeli Army: Forces Advancing inside Lebanon

ISRAELI ARMY SPOKESPERSON: We continue striking the Iranian regime, including the Iranian presidential office, senior regime leaders and the Supreme National Security Council. Our forces have begun advancing inside Lebanese territory to secure the area. The air force continues targeting Hezbollah commanders in Lebanon, including a Quds Force commander responsible for liaison with Iran and arms transfers to Hezbollah. Ongoing air operations in coordination with the United States are contributing to eliminating the Iranian threat. Numerous Iranian air defense platforms have been hit and operations against them continue.

Lebanese President: Hezbollah Military Activity Ban Is Final

LEBANESE PRESIDENT JOSEPH AOUN: The government’s decision to ban Hezbollah’s military activity places the decision of war and peace solely in the hands of the state. The decision is sovereign, final and irreversible. The Lebanese army has been tasked with implementing it nationwide.

Missile with Cluster Warhead Explodes in Petah Tikva

CHANNEL 12: A missile carrying a cluster warhead exploded in the settlement of Petah Tikva in central Israel.

Israeli EMS Reports Direct Impact

ISRAELI EMERGENCY SERVICES: Reports were received of a direct hit as air defenses intercepted several missiles launched from Iran. CHANNEL 12 added that a missile carrying a cluster warhead exploded in Petah Tikva in central Israel.

🚨🇮🇷 The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has released footage showing the launch of Kheibar missiles targeting US and Israeli positions. pic.twitter.com/vOD71DeRx0

— The Palestine Chronicle (@PalestineChron) March 3, 2026

Massive Explosion Reported in Central Israel

ISRAELI MEDIA: A massive explosion was reported in central Israel.

Israeli Channel: Air Defenses Intercept Missiles from Iran

CHANNEL 12: Israeli air defenses are working to intercept a number of missiles launched from Iran.

Early Warning Issued across Multiple Israeli Cities

ISRAELI HOME FRONT COMMAND: Early warning alerts were activated in Greater Tel Aviv, Jerusalem, Ashkelon and Ashdod after missile launches were detected. Alerts also covered northern Israel and West Bank settlements.

Explosion Heard in Erbil

AL-JAZEERA: An explosion was heard in Erbil.

Sirens Sound in Eilat

ISRAELI HOME FRONT COMMAND: Sirens sounded in Eilat.

Iranian Foreign Ministry: Country Under “Brutal Attack”

IRANIAN FOREIGN MINISTRY: Iran is under a brutal attack based on false pretexts. The enemy is committing genocide and has left us no choice but to resist. Claims by Witkoff regarding Geneva negotiations are false and serve as justification for war. We do not rule out that the enemy may target diplomatic facilities in the region to widen the conflict.

Iranian Death Toll Rises to 787

IRANIAN RED CRESCENT: The death toll from US-Israeli attacks has risen to 787.

Four Injured After Rocket Strike in Upper Galilee

CHANNEL 12: Four people were injured after a direct rocket hit on a building in the Upper Galilee.

Iranian Intelligence Warns of Recruitment Plans

IRANIAN INTELLIGENCE: The US-Israeli enemy has plans to destabilize the country by recruiting local mercenaries.

Sirens in Upper Galilee

ISRAELI HOME FRONT COMMAND: Sirens sounded in the Upper Galilee after missile launches were detected.

Israeli Military Completes Wave of Strikes on Hezbollah Sites

ISRAELI ARMY: A wave of airstrikes targeting what it described as Hezbollah headquarters, ammunition depots and communications components has been completed.

Fire in Fujairah Oil Industry Area

FUJAIRAH MEDIA OFFICE: Authorities dealt with a fire in the oil industry zone caused by shrapnel from a successfully intercepted drone. No injuries were reported.

Israeli Defense Minister: Intensive Strikes on Tehran

ISRAELI DEFENSE MINISTER KATZ: The air force is conducting intensive strikes on regime targets in Tehran. Operation “Lion’s Roar” will continue with the necessary force to prevent Iran from producing nuclear weapons and missiles.

Israeli Incursion Reported in Southern Lebanon

LEBANESE SECURITY SOURCE (to Al-Jazeera): Israeli forces advanced several hundred meters into Kfar Kila and al-Qouzah in southern Lebanon. The Lebanese army repositioned troops from newly established border points due to Israeli escalation.

Israeli Radio: Ground Forces Enter Southern Lebanon

ISRAELI PUBLIC RADIO: Israeli ground forces have entered southern Lebanon.

Iranian FM: Civilian Infrastructure Targeted to Paralyze Life

IRANIAN FOREIGN MINISTRY: The deliberate targeting of civilian and medical infrastructure by the US and Israel aims to paralyze daily life.

Mehr: Five Killed, 25 Injured in Hamedan

MEHR NEWS AGENCY: Five people were killed and 25 injured in US-Israeli strikes on residential areas in Hamedan.

Israeli Army Claims Killing of Quds Force Official in Beirut

ISRAELI ARMY: Reza Khazaei, described as a Quds Force official responsible for Hezbollah reinforcement operations, was killed in a naval strike on Beirut’s southern suburb.

Three Drones Intercepted in Northern Israel

ISRAELI MEDIA: Three drones entering northern Israel from Lebanon were intercepted.

UK Minister: British Jets Helped Down Missiles

DARREN JONES, UK GOVERNMENT MINISTER: We will not fight a war in Iran, but our fighter jets participated in intercepting missiles to protect our allies.

France Ready to Defend Partners

REUTERS (citing French Foreign Minister): Paris is prepared to defend its partners if they request assistance.

13 Iranian Soldiers Killed in Kerman

IRANIAN ARMY: Thirteen soldiers were killed in an Israeli strike on a military base in Kerman province.

Drones Target Fuel Tanks at Duqm Port

OMANI NEWS AGENCY (citing security source): Drones targeted fuel tanks at Duqm commercial port. One tank was hit, damage was contained, and no injuries were reported.

IRGC: Four Missiles Launched at USS Abraham Lincoln

IRGC: Naval forces launched four cruise missiles at the USS Abraham Lincoln, which was positioned 250–300 kilometers off Chabahar port.

Trump: US Does Not Need Britain to Wage War

US PRESIDENT DONALD TRUMP: The United States does not need Britain to wage war in the Middle East. We now have very strong relations with other European countries.

289 Evacuated to Israeli Hospitals

ISRAELI HEALTH MINISTRY: 289 injured people were evacuated to hospitals over the past 24 hours.

Katz: Army Approved to Advance in Lebanon

ISRAELI DEFENSE MINISTER KATZ: Approval has been granted for the army to advance and take control of additional strategic areas inside Lebanon.

IRGC Downs Drone in Isfahan

IRGC: An Israeli Hermes drone was shot down in Khomeini Shahr, Isfahan province.

Israel Rules Out Ground Troops in Iran

ISRAELI ARMY SPOKESPERSON: Israel is prepared to continue operations against Iran for weeks, but deploying ground troops inside Iran is unlikely and impractical.

“Strong” Explosion Heard in Tehran

AL-JAZEERA: A strong explosion was heard in Tehran.

Israeli Forces Operating in Southern Lebanon

ISRAELI ARMY: Our forces are operating in southern Lebanon as part of a forward defense operation for northern towns and are positioned at several strategic points.

US-Israeli Strikes Hit Kermanshah and Dezful

IRANIAN MEDIA: US-Israeli attacks struck Kermanshah in western Iran and Dezful in the south.

Drone Attack Injures One in Erbil Camp

LOCAL OFFICIAL IN ERBIL: One person was injured after three drones targeted Azadi camp, affiliated with the Iranian Kurdish opposition.

False Alarm Over Drone in Jerusalem

ISRAELI ARMY: The alert regarding a drone infiltration in Jerusalem and the southern coastal plain was a misidentification.

US Ambassador: Embassy Unable to Evacuate Americans from Israel

US AMBASSADOR TO ISRAEL: The embassy is not in a position to evacuate Americans or provide direct assistance. US citizens in Israel have extremely limited options to leave the country.

US State Department Orders Staff to Leave Several Countries

US STATE DEPARTMENT: Non-emergency personnel and their families must depart Jordan, Iraq, Bahrain, Qatar and Kuwait.

Sirens Sound in Jerusalem over Suspected Drone

ISRAELI HOME FRONT COMMAND: Sirens sounded in the Jerusalem area due to suspected drone infiltration. Israeli media reported a “hostile drone” breaching the city’s airspace.

Israeli Airstrike Hits Southern Lebanon

AL-JAZEERA CORRESPONDENT: An Israeli airstrike targeted the Barghaz area in southern Lebanon.

Sirens in Central Occupied Golan Settlements

ISRAELI HOME FRONT COMMAND: Sirens sounded in settlements in the central occupied Syrian Golan.

Iranian Media: Ten Israeli Missiles Strike East of Tehran

IRANIAN MEDIA: Ten Israeli missiles targeted sites in the Pardis and Damavand areas east of Tehran.

US Embassy in Kuwait Closes Until Further Notice

US EMBASSY IN KUWAIT: The embassy is closed until further notice and all routine and emergency appointments have been canceled.

Explosion Reported in Isfahan Province

IRANIAN MEDIA: An explosion was heard in Isfahan province in central Iran.

Israeli Assessment Points to Decline in Iranian Rocket Fire

WALLA (citing Israeli security source): Assessments indicate a further decline in Iranian rocket launches in the coming hours.

Hezbollah Targets Meron Base with Drones

HEZBOLLAH: The group announced it targeted the Meron base in northern occupied Palestine with a swarm of attack drones and launched a large rocket salvo at the Nafah base in the occupied Syrian Golan.

ISNA: Five IRGC Members Killed in Bushehr

ISNA NEWS AGENCY: Five Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps members were killed in US and Israeli strikes on Dayyer and Jam in Bushehr province.

Alert Ends in Upper Galilee after Rocket Interceptions

ISRAELI HOME FRONT COMMAND: The alert in the Upper Galilee ended after four rockets launched from Lebanon were intercepted.

Drone Targets US Base Near Erbil Airport

REUTERS (citing Iraqi sources): A drone targeted the US base near Erbil International Airport.

1,000 Israelis Spent Night Outside Homes in Beersheba

ISRAELI PUBLIC RADIO: Around 1,000 Israelis were forced to spend the night outside their homes in Beersheba.

Three Rockets Launched from Lebanon Toward Northern Israel

AL-JAZEERA CORRESPONDENT: Three rockets were launched from southern Lebanon toward the Galilee in northern Israel.

Israeli Home Front: Alert Ends after Intercepting Rockets from Lebanon

ISRAELI HOME FRONT COMMAND: The alert in the Upper Galilee ended after four rockets launched from Lebanon were intercepted.

Drone Targets US Base near Erbil Airport

REUTERS (citing Iraqi sources): A drone targeted the US base near Erbil International Airport.

Israeli Radio: 1,000 Israelis Spent Night Outside Homes in Beersheba

ISRAELI PUBLIC RADIO: Around 1,000 Israelis were forced to spend the night outside their homes in Beersheba.

Three Rockets Launched from Lebanon Toward Northern Israel

AL-JAZEERA CORRESPONDENT: Three rockets were launched from southern Lebanon toward the Galilee in northern Israel.

US State Department Orders Partial Evacuation from Jordan

US STATE DEPARTMENT: Non-emergency personnel and their family members have been instructed to leave Jordan.

Israeli Army: We Are Attacking Tehran and Beirut

ISRAELI ARMY: The military is conducting simultaneous strikes on Tehran and Beirut.

New Drone Attack Targets US Base in Erbil

TASNIM NEWS AGENCY (citing sources): A new drone attack targeted a US military base in Erbil.

US Embassy in Riyadh Issues Warning

US EMBASSY IN RIYADH: Avoid visiting the embassy until further notice due to a potential threat against the compound.

Israeli Army: Iranian Air Defense Personnel Eliminated

ISRAELI ARMY: Soldiers operating Iran’s air defense systems were eliminated while attempting to target Israeli aircraft. The air force continues striking Iranian ballistic missile launch sites.

Al-Manar: Israeli Strike Targets Radio Al-Nour Building

AL-MANAR TV: An Israeli strike targeted the Radio Al-Nour building in Beirut’s southern suburb amid renewed air raids.

Two Israeli Airstrikes on Southern Beirut Suburb

AL-JAZEERA CORRESPONDENT: Two Israeli airstrikes hit the Hadath area in Beirut’s southern suburb.

Trump: US Ammunition Stockpiles Higher Than Ever

US PRESIDENT DONALD TRUMP: American ammunition stockpiles are at record levels. “We have sufficient weapons and munitions and are prepared to achieve a decisive victory,” he said, adding that the US is stockpiling additional high-quality weapons abroad and could sustain a prolonged war if necessary.

CENTCOM: IRGC Command and Control Facilities Destroyed

US CENTRAL COMMAND (CENTCOM): US forces destroyed Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps command and control facilities, along with air defense capabilities, missile and drone launch sites, and military airfields in Iran.

Israeli Strikes Renewed on Haret Hreik

AL-JAZEERA CORRESPONDENT: Israeli airstrikes resumed on Haret Hreik in Beirut’s southern suburb.

❗️Impacts at the US military base in Erbil, Iraqi Kurdistan. 🇺🇸/🇮🇷/🇮🇶 pic.twitter.com/lnrctgvMt9

— The Palestine Chronicle (@PalestineChron) March 3, 2026

IRGC: A missile and drone attack targeted and destroyed the presidential command building and the main naval command headquarters at Sheikh Isa US base in Bahrain. The operation involved 20 drones and three missiles.

Two Israeli Airstrikes Hit Southern Beirut Suburb

AL-JAZEERA CORRESPONDENT: Two Israeli airstrikes targeted the Hadath area in Beirut’s southern suburb.

Trump: US Ammunition Stockpiles at Record Levels

US PRESIDENT DONALD TRUMP: American ammunition stockpiles are higher than ever before.

CENTCOM: IRGC Command and Control Facilities Destroyed

US CENTRAL COMMAND (CENTCOM): US forces destroyed Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps command and control facilities. Air defense capabilities, missile and drone launch sites, and military airfields were also targeted during operations inside Iran.

Israeli Strikes Renewed on Haret Hreik

AL-JAZEERA CORRESPONDENT: Israeli airstrikes resumed on Haret Hreik in Beirut’s southern suburb.

Yedioth Ahronoth: Hezbollah Launched 15 Rockets

YEDIOTH AHRONOTH: Hezbollah launched a barrage of 15 rockets toward northern Israel. Sirens sounded in the Golan.

Israeli Army Issues Evacuation Order in Hadath

ISRAELI ARMY SPOKESPERSON: An evacuation order was issued for a building in the Hadath neighborhood of Beirut’s southern suburb following two Israeli airstrikes.

Israeli Strikes Reported in Southern Beirut

AL-MAYADEEN CORRESPONDENT: A new Israeli airstrike targeted a building in the Hadath area of Beirut’s southern suburb, with further strikes reported across the district.

Israeli Media: Rocket Barrage and Drone Alerts in the North

ISRAELI MEDIA: A barrage of 15 rockets was launched from Lebanon. Sirens sounded again in the northern Golan and Upper Galilee amid fears of drone infiltration.

RAMZY BAROUD (Palestine Chronicle): Democracy is invoked as moral legitimacy in war, while Iran’s authority rests on layered political, religious, and historical foundations.

Who Decides What Is Legitimate? Power, Democracy, and the War on Iran

PALESTINE CHRONICLE: Senior US political and military leaders shaping, authorizing, and defending Washington’s escalating war against Iran.

PROFILES: The Architects of America’s War on Iran

AL-JAZEERA CORRESPONDENT: Israeli warplanes carried out an airstrike on Beirut’s southern suburb after issuing evacuation warnings to residents in the area.

Hezbollah Announces Strike on Israeli Military Sites

HEZBOLLAH: At dawn, we targeted radar positions and control rooms at the Ramat David airbase in northern Israel using a swarm of drones.

Israeli Army Issues Evacuation Orders for 59 Villages in South Lebanon

ISRAELI ARMY SPOKESPERSON: Evacuation orders were issued for 59 villages in southern Lebanon. We will act soon against Hezbollah activities.

Witkoff: Iran Insisted on Nuclear Enrichment During Talks

US ENVOY STEVE WITKOFF (to Fox News): Iran began negotiations by asserting its non-negotiable right to enrich nuclear fuel. President Donald Trump believes the United States has the non-negotiable right to stop them completely. Iran’s refusal made clear their objective was to retain enrichment for weaponization.

Israeli Military Intercepts Two Drones Launched from Lebanon

ISRAELI ARMY: The air force intercepted two drones launched from Lebanon.

Evacuation Orders Issued in Southern Beirut

ISRAELI ARMY SPOKESPERSON: Evacuation orders were issued for a building in Ghobeiry and another in Haret Hreik in Beirut’s southern suburb.

Iran’s UN Envoy: We Do Not Target Neighboring States

TASNIM (citing Iran’s UN envoy): We will defend ourselves forcefully as long as aggression continues and we target only enemy forces. We do not target neighboring countries’ interests or civilians.

Saudi Arabia Intercepts Eight Drones Near Riyadh and Al-Kharj

SAUDI DEFENSE MINISTRY SPOKESPERSON: Eight drones were intercepted and destroyed near Riyadh and Al-Kharj.

Sirens Sound in Upper Galilee

ISRAELI HOME FRONT COMMAND: Sirens sounded in the Upper Galilee in northern Israel.

PROFILES: The Architects of America’s War on Iran

IRANIAN FM ABBAS ARAGHCHI: Rubio admitted what we all know — that the United States entered the war by choice to support Israel. There was never any alleged Iranian threat against the US. The blood of Americans and Iranians is on those who believe in the slogan “Israel First.” The American people deserve better and must reclaim their country.

Trump Formally Notified Congress of Strikes on Iran

FOX NEWS: According to a letter reviewed by the network, US President Donald Trump formally notified Congress of the military strikes in Iran.

Netanyahu: We Will Not Fight an Endless War

ISRAELI PM BENJAMIN NETANYAHU (to Fox News): President Trump is unique in his decisiveness, clarity, and ability to take bold action. We will not fight an endless war. This is not an endless war — it will usher in an era of peace we could not have imagined.

Trump: We Are Very Close to Achieving Our Goals in Iran

US PRESIDENT DONALD TRUMP (to NewsNation): The United States is very close to achieving its objectives in Iran. We are inflicting enormous damage on Iran’s ability to acquire nuclear weapons and missiles.

Trump Vows Response to Riyadh Embassy Attack

DONALD TRUMP (to NewsNation): A response to the attack on the US Embassy in Riyadh and to US military deaths is coming soon. He said ground troops in Iran are unlikely.

Netanyahu: Iran’s Nuclear Program Was Months From Becoming “Immune”

BENJAMIN NETANYAHU (to Fox News): Iran’s nuclear program would have become immune to bombing within months, justifying the urgency of current military operations.

Vance: War Could Be Short or Much Longer

JD VANCE (to Fox News): President Trump will not rest until Iran is permanently denied a nuclear weapon. Destroying Fordo is not the end goal; Washington seeks a long-term Iranian commitment.

Explosions Heard in Riyadh Diplomatic Quarter

REUTERS (citing two sources): Two additional explosions were heard in Riyadh’s diplomatic quarter after earlier reports of drone activity.

Islamic Resistance in Iraq Claims Drone Attack in Erbil

REUTERS: The Islamic Resistance in Iraq said it launched a drone swarm attack targeting a hotel hosting US soldiers in Erbil.

Strikes Reported Near Old Iranian Parliament Building

FARS NEWS AGENCY: The vicinity of the old Iranian parliament building in Tehran was targeted in recent US-Israeli strikes.

Iranian Missile Attack Reported in Kuwait

TASNIM NEWS AGENCY: An Iranian missile attack targeted what it described as US interests in Kuwait.

Sirens Sound in Western Galilee

ISRAELI HOME FRONT COMMAND: Air raid sirens sounded in several towns in the western Galilee following a suspected drone infiltration.

Qatar Details Interceptions Since Escalation Began

QATARI DEFENSE MINISTRY: Since the start of the escalation, 3 cruise missiles, 101 ballistic missiles and 39 drones were launched toward Qatari airspace. Most were intercepted.

IRGC Claims 650 US Casualties

IRGC: US casualties have reached 650 killed and wounded during the first two days of war.

Australia Confirms Attack on Al Minhad Base

AUSTRALIAN DEFENSE MINISTER: Al Minhad Air Base in Dubai, where Australian forces are stationed, was targeted in an Iranian attack.

Who Decides What Is Legitimate? Power, Democracy, and the War on Iran

Fire Reported at US Embassy in Riyadh After Explosion

REUTERS (citing two sources): A fire broke out at the US Embassy in Riyadh following an explosion. No further details were immediately available.

Drone Infiltration Detected in Southern Occupied Golan

ISRAELI HOME FRONT COMMAND: Sirens sounded in the southern occupied Golan after a drone infiltration was detected.

Qatar Intercepts Two Ballistic Missiles

QATARI DEFENSE MINISTRY: Air defenses successfully intercepted two ballistic missiles targeting several areas in the country. The missiles were neutralized before reaching Qatari territory.

Trump Spoke With Iraqi Kurdish Leaders – Axios

AXIOS: Sources said US President Donald Trump held a phone call Sunday with Iraqi Kurdish leaders to discuss the US-Israeli war on Iran and its regional implications.

Kuwaiti Army: We Are Dealing With Wave of Missiles and Drones

KUWAITI GENERAL STAFF: Armed forces are responding to a wave of missiles and drones detected in the country’s airspace.

IRGC: We Targeted US Base in Kuwait and US Troop Gathering in Dubai

IRANIAN REVOLUTIONARY GUARD:

• Ten attack drones targeted the US Arifjan base in Kuwait.
• Drones also struck a gathering of US forces in Dubai, reportedly involving 160 personnel.

Al-Manar: Israeli Army Targets Channel Building in Beirut

AL-MANAR (Hezbollah-affiliated): The Israeli army targeted the channel’s building in Haret Hreik, Beirut’s southern suburbs.

Kuwait: 178 Iranian Missiles and 384 Drones Detected Since Saturday

KUWAITI DEFENSE MINISTRY:

• 178 ballistic missiles and 384 drones have been detected since the start of hostilities.
• 27 army personnel were injured; most are stable, two remain under treatment.
• Armed forces remain at highest readiness.

Israeli Strike Targets Beirut’s Southern Suburbs

AL-JAZEERA CORRESPONDENT: An Israeli airstrike hit Beirut’s southern suburbs shortly after evacuation warnings were issued.

ISRAELI MILITARY: The army began attacks on Hezbollah headquarters and weapons depots in Beirut.

One Injured by Iranian Missile Shrapnel in Tel Aviv

ISRAELI POLICE: Iranian missile debris fell in the Tel Aviv district, injuring one person and causing property damage.

Israel: Latest Rocket Barrage Originated From Iran

ISRAELI MILITARY: No rockets were detected from Lebanon in the latest barrage; launches came from Iran.

CHANNEL 12 (Israel): Sirens sounded across Israel for more than 40 consecutive minutes due to Iranian missiles.

Explosions Heard Over Doha

AL-JAZEERA CORRESPONDENT: Explosions were heard in the skies over Doha.

UAE Responding to Iranian Ballistic Missile Barrage

UAE DEFENSE MINISTRY: Air defenses are engaging a barrage of ballistic missiles launched from Iran.

Hezbollah: Our Action Was a Defensive Response

HEZBOLLAH STATEMENT:

• The strike on a military barracks inside the occupying entity was a defensive and legitimate act.
• What the Islamic Resistance carried out was a response to aggression.
• Aggression without response cannot continue.

US Urges Citizens to Leave 14 Countries in the Region

U.S. State Department: All US citizens were urged to immediately depart 14 Middle Eastern countries amid escalating tensions.

Everything You Need to Know – Day Three of the War on Iran

Sirens Sound Across Northern Israel

ISRAELI HOME FRONT COMMAND: Sirens were activated in multiple areas in northern Israel following the detection of rocket launches. Additional launches were reportedly directed toward areas in southern Israel.

US Central Command Claims Strait of Hormuz is Not Closed

FOX NEWS (citing US CENTCOM): US Central Command said the Strait of Hormuz remains open despite Iranian officials’ statements claiming it has been closed.

Iranian State TV Chief: No Casualties in Latest Strikes

IRANIAN STATE TV DIRECTOR: No fatalities or injuries were reported following the attack near the broadcasting headquarters in Tehran.

White House Briefs Congress on Objectives of War with Iran

WHITE HOUSE MEMO TO CONGRESSIONAL REPUBLICANS:

• The war has four objectives, including destroying Iran’s missile industry.
• Another objective is to eliminate Iran’s navy.
• The operation aims to end the threat posed by Iran’s regional allies.
• Opening strikes reportedly killed 49 Iranian leaders, including Khamenei.

Israel: We Struck ‘Regime Media’ and Propaganda Center

ISRAELI MILITARY:

• The army said it destroyed what it described as the Iranian regime’s “media and propaganda center” after Iranian outlets reported explosions near the state TV building.
• The air force also carried out additional strikes on regime targets in Tehran.
• Iranian state television said all channels continue broadcasting normally.

Israel Orders Evacuation of Buildings in Beirut’s Southern Suburbs

ISRAELI MILITARY SPOKESPERSON: Evacuation orders were issued for one building and adjacent structures in Beirut’s southern suburbs.

Jordanian Army Denies Claims of Attack Launched from Its Territory

JORDANIAN ARMED FORCES: The army categorically denied allegations that an attack on Iraq originated from Jordanian territory.

Explosions Reported Near Iranian TV

IRANIAN MEDIA: Two explosions were reported around the Iranian Radio and Television Authority building following Israeli strikes on Tehran.

Powerful Explosion Reported in Tehran

AL-JAZEERA CORRESPONDENT: A strong explosion was heard in Tehran after the Israeli military announced the start of a new wave of attacks.

❗️🇮🇷/🇮🇷/🇮🇱 Impacts are reported in Israel following a joint Iran-Hezbollah attack. pic.twitter.com/WeNxcOHn12

— The Palestine Chronicle (@PalestineChron) March 2, 2026