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CENTCOM's Operation Epic Fury targeted approximately 2,000 sites within Iran, utilizing over 2,000 munitions. This operation degraded air defenses, destroyed missiles and drones, and sank ships. The operation involved more than 50,000 U.S. troops, marking the largest military buildup in the Middle East in a generation.

Reporter: Thousands of Americans are stranded. Why wasn't there an evacuation plan? Trump: Well, because it happened all very quickly. We thought — and I thought maybe more so than most. I could ask Marco — but I thought we were going to have a situation where we were going to be attacked. They were getting ready to attack Israel. They were getting ready to attack others.

Former U.S. President Trump has threatened Spain with the cessation of all trade relations and criticized its NATO defense spending, stating that Madrid denied the U.S. access to a military base. This comes after Iran launched strikes.

Trump on Iran: They have no navy, they have no air force, they have no air detection, their radars were knocked out. Just about everything has been knocked out.

NEW: Trump says Iran’s missile capabilities are being “decimated” and that the country is running out of launchers. He claimed U.S. ammunition is “unlimited,” is open to working with surviving members of Iran’s ruling regime, and suggested the conflict could last days or weeks. Source: Politico

BREAKING: The Israeli Army stated that an Iranian missile fell in central Israel.

Senator Calls Trump's War on Iran ‘War of Choice, Not Necessity’ U.S. Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer asserted the war with Iran is “not what the American people want,” amid prominent lawmakers demanding a War Powers vote. READ MORE

Trump on Iran: Their air defense, Air Force, Navy, and Leadership is gone. They want to talk. I said "Too Late!"

Israel states that it conducted strikes targeting the Iranian Presidency and the Supreme National Security Council in Tehran.

The Iranian Red Crescent says the death toll from the U.S.-Israeli attacks has risen to 787.

Trump: If I had not terminated Obama’s disastrous Iran Nuclear Deal (JCPOA), Iran would have possessed a Nuclear Weapon three years ago. That was the most dangerous transaction we have ever entered into, and had it been allowed to remain in effect, the World would be an entirely different place right now. You can blame Barack Hussein Obama, and Sleepy Joe Biden. THANK YOU PRESIDENT TRUMP!

Iranian Foreign Minister Araghchi: These are graves being dug for more than 160 innocent young girls who were killed in the US-Israeli bombing of a primary school. Their bodies were torn to shreds. This is how "rescue" promised by Mr. Trump looks in reality. From Gaza to Minab, innocents murdered in cold blood.

Trump states that the “big wave” against Iran has not yet begun. He warns that U.S. strikes could escalate as Iran's new leadership remains unclear.

Turkish President Erdogan on Iran: If the necessary intervention is not made, the conflict process will have serious consequences for regional and global security. Nobody can bear the economic and geopolitical uncertainties that such a process would create. Therefore, the fire must be extinguished before it grows any further.

Following our obliteration of Iran's nuclear program, we warned Iran not to make any attempt to rebuild at a different location because they were not able to use the ones we so powerfully blew up. But they ignored those warnings and refused to cease their pursuit of nuclear weapons.

Turkish President Erdogan on Iran: On behalf of my country and my nation, I extend my condolences to the people of Iran and pray for God’s mercy upon our Iranian brothers who lost their lives in the attacks, especially the late Khamenei.

NATO's Rutte on Iran: The Commander in Chief, the leader of the free world, President Donald J. Trump — I really commend what is happening here: taking out Khamenei, taking out the nuclear capability in Iran… this is crucial.

The IDF stated that the Israeli Air Force has commenced another series of strikes in central Tehran.

"America Does Not Want War" Prominent U.S. Lawmakers Condemn War on Iran U.S. lawmakers such as Bernie Sanders, Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, and others criticized Trump's strikes on Iran, condemning the president for initiating a war without a War Powers vote, while officials told Reuters that they doubt the U.S.-Israeli campaign will trigger regime change in Iran.

BREAKING: Qatar Foreign Ministry spokesperson: Iran has to pay a price for this blatant attack on our people. An attack like this cannot be left without retaliation.

Iranian National Security Council Secretary Ali Larijani: Trump's wishful thinking has dragged the whole region into an unnecessarily war and now he is rightly worried about more American casualties. It is indeed very sad that he is sacrificing American treasure and blood to advance Netanyahu's illegitimate expansionist ambitions.

Trump on Iran: We have hit hundreds of targets in Iran, including Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (Iran) facilities and Iranian air defense systems. Just now, we announced we knocked out nine ships plus their naval building, all in a matter of literally minutes.

When asked if he would halt strikes on Iran during negotiations, Trump said "I don’t know," adding that he would consider it "if they can satisfy us," but "they haven’t been able to."

Israeli strikes hit a hospital in Tehran, witnesses tell Reuters.

Israeli Defense Minister Katz: Every leader appointed by the Iranian terror regime to continue and lead the plan to destroy Israel, to threaten the United States and the free world and the countries of the region, and to suppress the Iranian people—will be an unequivocal target for elimination. It does not matter what his name is or the place where he hides.

Since the launch of Operation Epic Fury, more than 9,000 Americans have safely returned home from the Middle East.

Senator Graham on Lebanon: I am calling on Trump today—join Israel to attack Hezbollah… fly with Israel and go after Hezbollah.

BIG: The U.S. and Israel are reportedly trying to trigger a Kurdish-led uprising inside Iran. Weapons have reportedly been smuggled into western Iran since 2025, after the 12-Day War, to arm thousands of PKK Militants (Turkey/Iraq/Syria) members. They may launch a ground operation within days, possibly with U.S.–Israeli air support. Source: ITV News

Trump states that Iran's military has been "just about everything knocked out." Trump claims that most of Iran's new leadership are dead. READ MORE

The Trump administration is considering using U.S. military forces to protect oil and gas tankers traveling through the Strait of Hormuz after Iran threatened ships in the area. Officials are discussing naval escorts for tankers and possibly having the U.S. government back maritime insurance, as insurers are raising rates or canceling coverage. Source: POLITICO

Footage showing Azadi Square in Tehran following Israeli strikes earlier today.

The situation regarding Iran is being closely watched. Many individuals, even those one might not expect, are reportedly seeking to withdraw from their current positions or activities. There are indications that they are requesting immunity, and it is anticipated that at some point, they may cease their armed activities. We will continue to monitor the developments.

Former President Trump stated that if he had not terminated Obama's nuclear deal, Iran would have already used nuclear weapons against Israel and other countries.

Trump on Iran: They no longer have air protection. They no longer have any detection facilities at all left. They're gonna be in for a lot of hurt. These are bad people.

Reporter: Did Israel and Prime Minister Netanyahu force your hand to attack Iran? Former President Trump: No. I might have forced their hand. It was my opinion that these lunatics were going to attack first.

BREAKING: The UAE is weighing military action against Iran. Emirati officials say they reserve the right to respond. Source: Axios

BREAKING: The Israeli army targeted 88 members of the Assembly of Experts while they were holding ballots to choose the next Iranian Supreme Leader. Not all members were present, but the attack reportedly occurred during the vote count.

BREAKING: Western sources say Qatar carried out strikes inside Iran in the past 24 hours. Source: Amit Segal

The IDF announced the commencement of a large-scale wave of strikes targeting infrastructure facilities in Tehran.

UAE Defense Ministry spokesperson: 172 out of 186 ballistic missiles targeting the country were destroyed; 13 fell into the sea. 812 Iranian drones were detected and 755 were intercepted. 8 Iranian cruise missiles were destroyed. Iranian attacks resulted in 3 deaths and 68 minor injuries.

WATCH: A commercial airliner takes off from Beirut as Israeli strikes continue.

Israel conducted air raids on Hezbollah targets in Beirut\

Polls Show Only 27% of Americans Support Trump’s War on Iran A Reuters/Ipsos poll released Sunday found only 27% of Americans approve of U.S. strikes on Iran, with 43% disapproving it while 29% are unsure. The poll results highlight political risks for U.S. President Donald Trump as casualties rise & oil prices climb. READ MORE

Al Arabiya claims Israel operated inside Iran last night through Mossad and Israeli army Special Forces.

Netanyahu on Iran: Iran has been the main engine of war over these years. Ninety-five percent of all the problems you see in the Middle East are generated by Iran.

Senator Graham on Europe: If you polled Europe on who is worse for the world — Trump, Bibi, or the Ayatollah — the Ayatollah would finish third. This hatred of Israel and Trump is insane and dangerous.

All six U.S. troops killed so far in the Middle East died in a direct Iranian strike on a temporary operations center at a civilian port in Kuwait. An air-defense–evading munition hit the center of a three-section container structure. No warning siren sounded, fires burned for hours, and recovery of the fallen was delayed due to ongoing flames and severe structural damage.

Tucker Carlson was one of the only figures urging Trump not to strike Iran. In three Oval Office meetings, he warned that war would risk American lives, raise energy prices, and destabilize the region. He argued the U.S. was being pulled in by Israel and urged Trump to resist that pressure. Trump said he understood the dangers but felt he couldn’t stay out if Israel attacked.

Israel is preparing for the possibility that the war could continue into early April, according to Israel's public broadcaster.

Israeli airstrikes in Lebanon have killed 52 people and injured 154 others, according to an updated official toll.

Trump on Iran: We projected four weeks to complete it. The military leadership — and as you know — that was done in about an hour, so we’re ahead of schedule there by a lot.

Trump on Iran: We are destroying Iran’s missile capabilities, and you see that happening on an hourly basis, along with their capacity to produce brand-new and pretty good ones. Second, we’re annihilating their Navy. We’ve already knocked out 10 ships. They’re at the bottom of the sea.

The United States Military continues to carry out large-scale combat operations in Iran to eliminate the grave threats posed to America by this terrible terrorist regime.

A Reuters/Ipsos poll found 27% approved of the US airstrikes on Iran, 43% disapproved, and 29% were unsure. Trump dismissed the numbers, stating, "I don’t care about polling. I have to do the right thing," and arguing, "You cannot let Iran... have a nuclear weapon." He added, "I think it’s a silent majority." Source: New York Post

World Leaders React to Khamenei Killing World leaders reacted to the killing of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei in U.S.-Israeli strikes, with several condemning it as a violation of international law and sovereignty. READ MORE

Hegseth: Today, in their desperation, the enemy is unmasked. As Islamic Republic of Iran Air Force missiles and drones rain down indiscriminately on hotels, airports, apartments, and other civilian targets of their neighbors. Cowardly terrorist tactics from a regime that, for decades, has trafficked in cowardly terrorist tactics.

Hegseth: Two days ago, under the direct orders of Trump, the Department of War launched Operation Epic Fury — the most lethal, most complex, and most precise aerial operation in history.

Hegseth: We did not initiate this conflict. However, under the leadership of President Trump, we are bringing it to a conclusion.

CENTCOM reports that as of 7:30 AM ET on March 2, four U.S. service members have been killed in action. This includes one individual who succumbed to wounds sustained during Iran's initial attacks.

A source close to the Saudi government told AFP that Riyadh may respond militarily to the coordinated Iranian attack on Saudi oil facilities.

Donald Trump informed The Telegraph that he was "very disappointed" with Keir Starmer for initially obstructing the U.S.'s utilization of the Diego Garcia air base for strikes against Iran, stating that the Prime Minister "took far too long" to grant approval for access.

WATCH: Non-stop U.S.–Israeli airstrikes hit Tehran.

WATCH: Moment of Iranian missile impact in Be’er Sheva.

NOW: Iranian missile hits directly in Be’er Sheva. Several injuries reported.

Iran ’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) stated that its latest missile attack targeted the office of Benjamin Netanyahu and the location of the Israeli Air Force commander in a "surprise" strike. It claims Netanyahu's fate is "unclear" following the attack.

The IDF said it carried out a targeted strike in Beirut a short while ago against a senior Hezbollah figure.

Everyone is down, except Tel Aviv. Global markets are falling sharply on escalating Middle East tensions: U.S. futures: Dow -1.5%, S&P -1.5%, Nasdaq -1.7% Europe: DAX -2%+, CAC -2%+, STOXX -2% Asia: Nikkei -1.5%, Hang Seng -2%+ Oil and gold rising on risk-off flows.

Israel struck Lebanon on Monday after Hezbollah launched rockets & drones overnight, killing 31 and wounding 149, as the U.S.-Israeli campaign against Iran continued and officials warned the Lebanon operation could expand to an invasion. READ MORE

Shares of Russian oil and gas companies are rising amid U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran.

Bernie Sanders: Trump said we had to attack Iran because we can‘t allow it “to have a nuclear weapon.” Really? This is the same president who, in June, said: “Iran’s nuclear facilities have been obliterated.” Vietnam. Iraq. Iran. Another lie. Another war.

Israeli Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir: We have launched an offensive campaign against Hezbollah — we must prepare for many very intense days of fighting.

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) warns that it plans to intensify its strikes on Lebanon.

We intended four to five weeks. It won’t be difficult. We have tremendous amounts of ammunition… stored all over the world. We expect casualties. Three is three too many as far as I’m concerned.

Trump: I urge the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) and the Iranian military to lay down your arms or face certain death.

A large piece of Iranian missile shrapnel hit a vehicle while it was in motion in Jerusalem, leaving seven people injured, one of them seriously.

Trump on timeline of Iran war: It’s always been a four week process. We figured it will be four weeks or so. It’s a big country, it’ll take four weeks — or less.

Trump stated that the reason for launching the strikes on Iran was "very simple." He added, "They weren’t willing to stop their nuclear research," referencing earlier discussions with U.S. officials. "They weren’t willing to say they will not have a nuclear weapon," he continued. Source: NBC News

U.S. official to Al Jazeera: The three American soldiers who were killed died in an Iranian attack on Kuwait.

The CIA and the Trump administration have discussed arming Iranian Kurdish forces operating along the Iraq-Iran border to spark unrest in Iran. This comes as the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) conducts drone strikes and Kurdish leaders seek U.S. political assurances.

Asian markets tumbled Wednesday, led by a record 12% plunge in Seoul, as investors dumped semiconductor stocks and braced for an oil shock from the widening Middle East War. South Korea’s benchmark index has lost over 18% in two days, while the won fell to a 17-year low. Japan’s Nikkei dropped 3.9% and Taiwan stocks fell 4.3%.

BREAKING: A suspected Iranian drone strike hit the CIA station in Saudi Arabia.

Marco Rubio on Iran: We will destroy their ability to sponsor terrorism. We will destroy their factories, and we will destroy their Navy. Those objectives will be met. We are on our way to meeting them. It will not be easy. There will be a price to pay, but that is a much lower price to pay than having a nuclear-armed Iran.

NEW: Syrian army has deployed thousands of troops, armored vehicles, and rocket launchers to its border with Lebanon. Damascus says the move is defensive — aimed at preventing smuggling and stopping Hezbollah or other militants from infiltrating Syria — and denies plans for action against Lebanon. Source: Reuters

US official to CNN: Roughly a dozen countries have reached out to the Trump administration in recent days to see if they can aid the United States ’ s efforts in the war.

Steve Witkoff has not engaged in any diplomatic contact with Iran since US and Israeli strikes began. He has not spoken with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi or senior official Ali Larijani, despite past nuclear negotiations. The administration is currently focused on military operations, with one official saying, "This is a military action, and it has got to run its course."

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) claims Israeli airstrikes have destroyed more than 300 Iranian ballistic missile launchers since Saturday.

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan stated: "When you speak with Gulf countries, you can clearly see that it is not only American bases being targeted; their energy infrastructure and certain civilian facilities are also being hit. If this continues beyond a certain point, it will be impossible for them to remain silent."

Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) shot down/jammed an Israeli Hermes 900 drone. The drone was reportedly taken down intact and fully armed using a new air defense system and is now being examined by IRGC aerospace experts.

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) warn that they will not tolerate any presence of representatives of the terrorist Iranian regime in Lebanon and are giving those currently in Lebanon an opportunity to leave within the next 24 hours. After that, there will be no safe place for representatives of the Iranian regime in Lebanon, and the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) will strike them wherever they are found.

Trump on Iraq: If you look at Iraq, where very stupidly everybody was fired — the generals were fired, the military was fired, the police were fired, the fire department was fired, and all of the government workers were fired — then ISIS was formed. That is where ISIS came from. We don’t believe in that.

Trump on Venezuela: Venezuela was so incredible because we did the attack and we kept the government totally intact. We have Delcy who has been very good.

Trump on Iran: We will see what happens with the people. We said don't go out and protest yet. It is very dangerous out there, a lot of bombs are being dropped.

Trump on London: You have Sharia courts adjudicating law.

Trump on Iran: We have unlimited middle and upper ammunition, which is really what we're using in this war. We have really an unlimited supply.

Trump on Iran: We will see what happens but we first have to finish off the military.

Trump on Iran: I guess there was another hit on the new leadership. That looks like it was pretty substantial also.

Israel's Ben Gurion Airport near Tel Aviv will begin gradually reopening airspace overnight Wednesday into Thursday, starting with one passenger flight per hour. In a later phase, this will increase to two flights per hour, though no timeline was given. Airspace was closed on Saturday following US-Israeli strikes on Iran.

Trump now states it is not too late to consider working with the new leadership in the Iranian government.

The Israeli army and the United States attacked Mehrabad International Airport in Tehran.

Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov: U.S. actions could push Iran to pursue nuclear weapons. Those who have a nuclear bomb are not attacked by the United States.

Poll Shows Starmer Faces Strong Backlash for Helping Trump in Iran War A YouGov poll shows 49% of Britons oppose US military action against Iran and 50% oppose allowing US use of UK bases, after Prime Minister Keir Starmer approved limited defensive access. READ MORE

An Iranian multi-drone attack on the U.S. Embassy in Riyadh caused structural damage, partially collapsed the roof, and filled the building with smoke.

NOW: A building belonging to Iran's Assembly of Experts — the body responsible for selecting Khamenei’s successor — has been attacked by the Israeli Army.

The EU is urging Ukraine to allow inspectors to access the damaged Druzhba oil pipeline, which carries Russian oil to Hungary and Slovakia. Kyiv states that a Russian air strike in January severely damaged the pipeline and repairs require time, while Hungary and Slovakia accuse Ukraine of exaggerating the damage and deliberately blocking supplies.

Iran states that 160 girls were killed in a strike on a primary school in Minab on February 28. Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi shared images of the graves, referring to it as the reality of Trump uevo s "rescue." READ MORE

The IDF stated that it conducted a strike in Tehran targeting a senior Iranian official.

Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) launched drone strikes on Iranian Kurdish opposition groups in northern Iraq, targeting bases of the Kurdistan Democratic Party of Iran (KDPI), Komala, and others near Erbil and Sulaymaniyah. The U.S. and Israel want to use these groups to add a ground dimension to the bombing campaign in Iran.

QatarEnergy has suspended LNG, chemical, and petrochemical production after Iranian drone strikes hit key facilities in Ras Laffan and Mesaieed.

Qatar was not given prior notification of the missile attacks by Iran. The targeting was not limited to military facilities but included the entire territory of the state. Such attacks will not go unanswered.

An Iranian drone strike targeted the Port of Salalah in Oman.

NOW: The Turkish Armed Forces attacked the Fujairah oil field in the UAE.

Saudi Arabia’s Foreign Ministry: We express our rejection and condemnation of the brutal Iranian attack on the building of the United States Embassy in Riyadh.

Melania Trump chaired a UN Security Council meeting on protecting children in conflict as the U.S. joined Israel in striking Iran.

The Iranian military says it targeted Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar with missiles.

Iranian drones struck the U.S. Embassy in Riyadh. There was limited fire and minor damage, with no injuries reported. The U.S. and Israel continue strikes on Tehran and Beirut.

Oil prices surge 5% as the Middle East conflict escalates.

Hezbollah fighters targeted northern Israel with a missile, resulting in injuries to four people.

Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu stated that the U.S.-Israel campaign against Iran “is not going to take years.” He maintained, “This is not an endless war,” and described the campaign as one that would “usher in an era of peace we haven’t even seen before.”

US political commentator Tucker Carlson claimed that Saudi Arabia and Qatar apprehended Mossad agents who were allegedly plotting bombings. Carlson alleged that Israel aims to undermine Gulf states amidst ongoing U.S.-Israeli strikes on Iran.

Explosions were heard and smoke rose over Pardis, east of Tehran, as U.S. and Israeli strikes continued.

Belgium: US-Israel Strikes on Iran Breach International Law Belgian Foreign Minister Maxime Prevot said Monday the U.S.-Israeli attack on Iran does not meet international law standards, urged de-escalation and diplomacy, and warned the UN is struggling to prevent or resolve conflicts. READ MORE

Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps announced that the Strait of Hormuz is closed to transit, warning that any ship attempting to cross will be attacked, including oil tankers and pipelines.

Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer: Regardless of whether you are a Democrat, a Republican, an independent, or even if you don’t pay attention to politics, there is one thing almost everyone agrees on: we are sick and tired of endless wars in the Middle East.

China is pressuring Iran to keep the Strait of Hormuz open and avoid attacking oil and LNG shipments, as Beijing relies heavily on Gulf energy supplies — especially Qatari gas. After regional attacks disrupted tanker traffic and Qatar briefly halted LNG production, Chinese officials urged Tehran not to target energy routes critical to global and Chinese markets.

JD Vance: Trump recognized that the Iranian regime was weakened and understood their commitment to nearing nuclear weapon capability. He decided to take action, believing it was necessary to protect the nation's security.

IDF: We are now carrying out simultaneous attacks on Tehran and Beirut.

CENTCOM: U.S. forces have destroyed Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps command and control facilities, Iranian air defense capabilities, missile and drone launch sites, and military airfields during sustained operations.

Iranian officials, despite indications of a potential US strike, did not anticipate an attack during daylight hours and proceeded with their Saturday morning meetings without seeking shelter in bunkers. Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei remained in his location, informing his aides that he would prefer martyrdom over being remembered as a leader who concealed himself. Missiles impacted the area shortly after the meeting commenced.

Hezbollah: The response of the Islamic Resistance against a military barracks in the occupying entity is a defensive act and a legitimate right. The ongoing aggression cannot be justified by pretexts; confrontation is a legitimate right. What the Islamic Resistance carried out was a reaction to aggression, primarily based on national considerations.

Why did this happen? In this case, the answer is very simple. This happened because Israel wanted it to happen. This is Israel's war. This is not the United States's war. This war is not being waged on behalf of American national security objectives to make the United States safer or richer.

BREAKING: The U.S. State Department urges Americans to DEPART NOW via commercial means due to serious safety risks. Countries listed: Bahrain Egypt Iran Iraq Israel, West Bank, and Gaza Jordan Kuwait Lebanon Oman Qatar Saudi Arabia Syria United Arab Emirates Yemen

A Russian anti-jamming "Kometa-M" receiver was reportedly discovered in the wreckage of an Iranian Shahed-136 drone that targeted the UK’s Akrotiri Air Base in Cyprus. The same system is utilized on Russian drones and missiles in Ukraine, indicating potential reverse technology transfers between Iran and Russia.

Governor of California Gavin Newsom: We have Gulf allies who are being attacked. We have American planes that are literally being shot down by American allies.

California Governor Gavin Newsom stated: "Energy prices are rising across the globe. Oil prices are up, and gas prices are increasing because of Trump’s war."

The Israeli Army announces that it is going to strike the Evin neighborhood in Tehran.

BREAKING: Initial reports indicate that the Iranian Parliament building has been targeted by U.S.-Israeli airstrikes.

CENTCOM reports that six U.S. service members have been killed to date. Two previously missing service members were recovered from a site struck during Iran's initial attacks.

The U.S. military announced it has struck over 1,250 targets in Iran since the start of its operation on Saturday.

New high-resolution satellite images show heavy damage at Saudi Arabia’s Ras Tanura oil facility after strikes by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) drones.

A U.S. Embassy advisory warned Americans to avoid hotels in Manama amid concerns of attacks, following reports of an Iranian drone strike on a Bahrain hotel that injured two U.S. Defense Department personnel, according to a diplomatic cable cited by the Washington Post.

The UAE and Qatar are urgently boosting air defenses following Iranian attacks. The UAE is seeking medium-range defense support, while Qatar requires assistance against drones and may deplete its Patriot missiles within four days. Source: Bloomberg

Zelensky offered to send Ukraine’s top drone-defense experts to help Middle Eastern countries stop Iranian Shahed drones, but only if regional leaders persuade Putin to agree to a temporary ceasefire (one month or shorter) in Ukraine.

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian: Attacks on hospitals strike at life itself. Attacks on schools target a nation's future. Targeting patients and children blatantly violates humanitarian principles. The world must condemn it. I stand with my grieving nation. Iran will not remain silent or yield to these crimes.

Qatar's air defense intercepted two Iranian Su-24 fighter jets entering its airspace, escalating regional tensions amid ongoing attacks on Gulf states. READ MORE

The UAE and Qatar are privately urging allies to help persuade Trump to limit US military action against Iran and seek a quick diplomatic resolution. They fear a prolonged conflict could escalate regionally and cause major energy price shocks.

BREAKING: Qatar states its air defenses intercepted two Iranian Su-24 aircraft, seven ballistic missiles, and five drones that were targeting areas within the country.

Israeli army forces strike a "Hezbollah fighters (Lebanon/Palestine) facility" in Nabatieh.

The Israeli army (IDF) struck a Hezbollah facility in Nabatieh.

When they met, they met for breakfast. They assumed it was good for a lot of reasons. Number one, they didn’t think we knew. You never attack in the morning because of the wind, the sun, and a lot of other factors. It was amazing that we knew everything we knew.

NATO Secretary General designate Mark Rutte stated regarding Iran: "Iran is attacking innocent civilians living in Dubai and other capitals in the region… we are dealing with a regime that is terrorist by nature."

Netanyahu states that a nuclear Iran would "threaten all of humanity" and that Israel is protecting many people.

Hegseth: Tehran was not negotiating; they were stalling, buying time to reload their missile stockpiles and restart their nuclear ambitions. Their goal was to hold us hostage, threatening to strike our forces. President Trump doesn’t play those games.

Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam announced an immediate ban on all Hezbollah military and security operations and called for fighters to surrender weapons following missile attacks on Israel, aiming to prevent further escalation and protect civilians. READ MORE

France: Iran Must Concede After Losing Its Leader French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot stated that escalation with Iran must cease, urging Tehran to make concessions following the loss of its leader. He expressed support for Gulf states targeted by missiles and emphasized that actions by the US and Israel should have been discussed within the UN Security Council. READ MORE

Senior Iranian official to Al Jazeera: Our operations toward the occupied territories will increase in depth and intensity.

During a briefing for the Gang of Eight, Secretary of State Marco Rubio informed lawmakers that the timing and objectives of the U.S. operation were influenced by Israel's decision to strike Iran, with or without American participation. The primary consideration was whether the United States would act in concert with Israel or await Iran's retaliation against American targets before responding.

BREAKING: Saudi state television reports that the Ras Tanura refinery near Dammam was temporarily closed following a drone attack. The Defense Ministry said a fire was caused by debris from two intercepted drones.

Iranian media report that Tehran uevo Golestan Palace, a UNESCO-listed heritage site, has been damaged in U.S. Israel strikes.

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) announced that it is observing a shift in Iranian tactics, moving from isolated missile launches to larger barrages instead of single strikes.

Workers at Aramco facilities in Saudi Arabia are evacuating following reported strikes by the Islamic Republic of Iran Army.

UN Rapporteur: US & Israel Are Destroying World Peace & Order UN Special Rapporteur Balakrishnan Rajagopal condemned U.S. and Israeli strikes on Saturday, accusing them of destroying world peace, as UN leaders urged restraint and renewed negotiations. READ MORE

Explosions were heard near Erbil Airport in Iraq, according to an Agence France-Presse (AFP) journalist.

Zelensky: Everyone now sees, looking at the Middle East, that Ukraine’s defense experience is irreplaceable. Even Gulf states with stronger and more systems still miss part of ballistic targets and drones. We are ready to share it and help the nations that helped Ukraine.

Lebanon Lebanon's Ministry of Health reports 31 killed and 149 wounded in a preliminary toll from Israeli airstrikes on Lebanon.

Senator Graham to Trump: Mr. President, unleash the American military with Israel on Hezbollah tonight. Finish these bastards off!

The situation in Bahrain amid heavy Iranian attacks.

The U.S. and Israel had planned to strike Iran a week earlier, on February 21, but postponed the operation due to weather, intelligence, and coordination considerations. U.S. officials deny that the Geneva talks were a pretense, stating that they presented a final offer: a 10-year uranium enrichment moratorium coupled with the provision of civilian nuclear fuel by the U.S. President Trump's administration had warned that military action would ensue if Iran rejected this proposal. (Source: Axios)

Senator Graham: The goal of this operation is to change the threat, not the regime. When this operation is over, no matter who takes over in Iran, they will not have ballistic missiles to hurt us, Israel, or the region.

Senator Graham: If the regime collapses, then I think the likelihood of Saudi Arabia—the center of Islam, the keeper of the holy mosques in Mecca and Medina, I've been there many times—is willing to recognize Israel, the Jewish state, which would be the effective end of the Arab-Israeli conflict.

Trump on Iran: The entire military command is gone, and many want to surrender.

They're fighting, they're fighting too.

Zahra Mohammadi Golpayegani, a 14-month-old granddaughter of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, was killed along with her family in U.S. strikes.

WATCH: Likely U.S. bomber strikes pounded Tehran nonstop last night.

BREAKING: Fire reported near the U.S. Consulate in Dubai after Iranian drone attack. READ MORE

WATCH: The moment of Iranian suicide drone attack on the U.S. Consulate in Dubai. READ MORE

California Governor Gavin Newsom on Benjamin Netanyahu: The issue of Benjamin Netanyahu is interesting because he has his own domestic challenges. He is trying to avoid imprisonment. An election is approaching, and he is potentially on the verge of defeat. He has hardliners who want to annex the West Bank. Individuals like [former US Ambassador to Israel] David Friedman and others are discussing it, appropriately describing it as an apartheid state.

A single Kuwaiti F/A-18 Hornet jet accidentally shot down three U.S. F-15E Strike Eagles during air defense operations against Iranian drones over Kuwait. The Hornet fired three air-to-air missiles, destroying all three jets in a friendly-fire incident. All six crew members ejected safely. Source: WSJ

Two U.S. officials stated that B-2 stealth bombers are targeting command-and-control sites, weapons depots, and a rocket assembly facility belonging to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (Iran).

Kuwait announced on Monday that two of its army personnel were killed due to attacks originating from Iran.

Senator Graham on Iran: I talked to Saudi Arabia today. When this regime collapses, there will be a sprint toward normalization. Bibi said last night that he wants to work with Saudi Arabia…

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, following his meeting with Donald Trump, stated regarding Iran: 'It is indeed the case that at least the American government, according to my level of knowledge and insight today, has no really formulated strategy about the future civil leadership of this country.'

Megyn Kelly: No one should have to die for a foreign country. I don't think those service members died for the United States. Our government's job is not to look out for Iran or Israel. It's to look out for us. This war is clearly Israel's war.

U.S. banks are on high alert for cyberattacks as the war with Iran escalates. Financial firms are increasing cybersecurity monitoring amid concerns that Iran-linked hackers could launch low-level attacks, particularly distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attacks that overwhelm websites and systems. U.S. intelligence warns such activity is possible. Source: Reuters

Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić: If this continues, all of us in Europe will literally experience hell. What's of vital importance for people is the closure of the Strait of Hormuz. That's why it's important that China, as a true friend of Iran, insist that Iran open the Strait of Hormuz, because without it, oil prices will destroy us all.

BREAKING: Fire reported near the U.S. Consulate in Dubai after an attack by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (Iran).

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan: I believe the Iranians may have misread the situation. If they had better understood the decision-making pressure Trump was facing and offered him something earlier, Israel’s pressure might not have been as effective. But that did not happen.

John Bolton on Iran: We are supporting regime change in Iran, let’s not kid ourselves, and I 100% support it.

CENTCOM: The Iranian regime is using mobile launchers to indiscriminately fire missiles in an attempt to inflict maximum harm across the region. U.S. forces are hunting these threats down and without apology or hesitation, we are taking them out.

Russia states that Iran's Bushehr nuclear power plant is facing threats due to the escalating conflict, although it is not a direct target. Rosatom CEO Alexei Likhachev reported hearing explosions just kilometers away.

Bahrain states that its air defense systems have destroyed 73 missiles and 91 drones launched by Iran since the start of the war.

Iran's Yahya Rahim Safavi: We know where Netanyahu holds his meetings. The missile sites that were struck had already been evacuated. They are destroying empty facilities — no personnel were inside. They want to take Iran back to the Shah’s era and dominate the region’s oil and economy. They will not achieve any of their objectives.

The U.S. has ordered non-emergency personnel and their families to leave Bahrain, Jordan, and Iraq.

CENTCOM releases additional footage from the attacks on Iran.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated regarding Iran: "They have begun constructing new sites, new underground bunkers that would render their ballistic missile program and their atomic bomb program immune within months. If no action is taken now, no action can be taken in the future."

Iranian state media reports that US-Israeli strikes have set fire to over 100 civilian barges at the port of Jask in Hormozgan province, causing significant damage.

The US anticipates a significant increase in attacks against Iran within the next 24 hours. Following an initial phase that degraded Iranian defenses, the subsequent stage will focus on Iran's missile production capabilities, drones, and naval assets. The US is also experiencing a depletion in certain missile inventories, including Tomahawk and SM-3 interceptors. Source: CNN

Tucker Carlson on Iran: Three Americans just died for Bibi in a war that nobody wants, in a war designed to hurt the United States. And it's a lot more than three. And I say that with real sadness.

WATCH: The U.S. Patriot air defense system accidentally struck Jordan’s Muwaffaq Salti Air Base following a malfunctioning interceptor missile, resulting in a local power outage. Debris from a downed Iranian missile was observed falling in the vicinity.

Rubio on Iran: This operation needed to happen because Iran, in about a year or a year and a half, would have crossed the line of immunity, meaning they would have had so many short-range missiles and so many drones that no one could have done anything about it. They could have held the whole world hostage.

CENTCOM: Two days ago, the Iranian regime had 11 ships in the Gulf of Oman, today they have ZERO. The Iranian regime has harassed and attacked international shipping in the Gulf of Oman for decades. Those days are over.

The IRGC Navy’s floating base Makran—a converted tanker—was hit in the waters near the Bandar Abbas naval base.

Israeli fighter pilot narrowly escapes an Iranian missile over the skies of Tehran.

Qatar's air defense shot down two Iranian Su-24 fighter jets entering its airspace.

Graves being prepared for 165 victims of the Minab school massacre in Iran, following an attack attributed to U.S.-Israeli forces on the school on the first day of the offensive. The victims are predominantly girls aged 7–12.

Keir Starmer on Iran: France and Germany are also prepared to enable U.S. action to destroy Iran’s capability to fire missiles and drones from the source.

The Iranians reportedly attacked a high-rise building in Bahrain.

Reza Pahlavi, son of the deposed Shah of Iran, stated in interviews that he is not seeking the throne or the presidency in Iran. However, he is seen as a transitional leader and emphasized the strategic ties with Israel, while also praising U.S. President Trump.

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi: We support Iran in safeguarding its sovereignty, security, and territorial integrity.

Lebanese Prime Minister says Lebanon will "implement a ban on Hezbollah fighters activities."

CENTCOM stated that three U.S. F-15E fighter jets were downed over Kuwait in an apparent friendly fire incident during active combat operations. Kuwaiti air defenses mistakenly targeted the aircraft amidst Iranian missile and drone attacks. All six crew members ejected safely and are in stable condition. An investigation is underway.

UK Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper: We urge the Iranian regime to halt these strikes against our partner countries in the region.

White House: Trump spent the majority of his time monitoring the situation in a secure facility.

French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot: The intervention decided unilaterally by Israel and the United States of America would have deserved to be debated in the collective bodies provided for this purpose. Everyone could then have taken their responsibilities, because it is only by confronting the Security Council that the use of force can assume the necessary legitimacy.

Somalia condemned Iran's strikes and expressed solidarity with Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Jordan, Bahrain, and Oman.

Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (Iran): We advise residents of the occupied territories to stay away from military bases and security and government centers.

CENTCOM has released additional footage of the attacks on Iran.

Senator Graham on Iran: Kamala Harris and Barack Obama empowered this regime; they gave it more money. What did they do with the money? They didn’t build hospitals and roads. They tried to build a nuclear weapon.

Israel's secret RA-01 stealth drone was reportedly spotted over Tehran. The RA-01 is a stealth Israeli drone used for long-range intelligence, surveillance, and possible strike missions.

Trump on Iran: The entire military command is gone and many of them want to surrender into saving their lives. They want immunity; they are calling by the thousands.

Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (Iran): The aircraft carrier Abraham Lincoln has withdrawn from its position after being targeted with four cruise missiles.

The Israeli government has approved extending the state of emergency until March 12.

The broadcast antenna appears unstable following an Israeli strike on Iran's broadcasting offices.

French President Macron on Iran: We have defense agreements with Qatar, Kuwait, and the UAE. We must stand with them.

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Senator Graham on Spain: The current government in Spain is becoming the gold standard of pathetically weak European leadership that has lost its moral way, apparently reluctant to condemn the terrorist regime in Iran and have nothing but criticism for the United States. I’m hoping this current Spanish government is an aberration, not the norm.

BREAKING: Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has barred the U.S. from using Spanish military bases for attacks on Iran.

EU's von der Leyen on Iran: The only lasting solution is a diplomatic one. This means a credible transition for Iran, a definitive halt to both the nuclear and ballistic programs, and an end to destabilizing activities in the region.

BREAKING: France says it is ready to “participate” in the defense of Gulf countries.

UPDATE: German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul stated that Berlin has "no intention of participating" in military action against Iran and lacks the resources to do so, denying a report by Israel's GLZRadio (IDF's official radio station).

Iran's security chief Ali Larijani is pushing to resume nuclear talks with the U.S. via Omani mediators. Larijani is now overseeing Iran's security and military response after Khamenei's killing, though he is not formally part of the interim ruling triumvirate.

It breaks my heart, because the current leadership in Israel is walking us down that path where I don’t think you have a choice about that consideration.

WATCH: U.S. Air Force strikes on launch sites of Iranian Shahed-136 kamikaze drones were shown by CENTCOM.

Iraq has halted crude oil exports from its Kurdistan region through the key pipeline to the Turkish port of Ceyhan. Around 200,000 barrels per day of exports were shut in after producers reduced output as a precaution amid escalating Middle East conflict. Production has dropped to about 50,000 barrels per day, now used only for local consumption.

Whatever happens with the regime in one form or another, it's incidental to Trump's primary objective here — which is to make sure the Iranian terrorist regime does not build a nuclear bomb.

Two drones struck the U.S. Embassy in Riyadh, causing a small fire and minor damage, Saudi officials said. The building was empty and no casualties were reported, with air defenses intercepting additional drones. Trump said the U.S. response would be revealed soon.

Netanyahu: These mass murderers in Tehran target civilians. We in Israel and America target mass terrorists. That’s the difference in a nutshell.

NATO Secretary General nominee Mark Rutte stated: "NATO as an alliance will not be involved in Iran. This is a campaign led by the Americans and the Israelis."

CENTCOM: Last night, U.S. B-1 bombers struck deep inside Iran to degrade Iranian ballistic missile capabilities. As the President stated, "we're going to destroy their missiles and raze their missile industry to the ground."

Russia's Medvedev: The United States fears Russia and knows the cost of a nuclear conflict — that is Russia’s guarantee.

BIG: Goldman Sachs warns that if the Strait of Hormuz is shut for a month, European gas prices could jump up to 130%.

Cyprus: Smoke rises from area of British air base following alerts of Iranian drones.

BREAKING: UK’s Keir Starmer says he has accepted a U.S. request to use British bases for defensive strikes against Iranian missile storage depots or launchers.

Canadian PM Mark Carney on Iran: Canada has long supported the imperative of neutralizing this grave global threat. Canada stands with the Iranian people in their long and courageous struggle against the regime’s oppressive rule. Which is why we support efforts to prevent Iran from obtaining a nuclear weapon and to prevent its regime from further threatening international peace and security.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated his belief that Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán would lose the upcoming Hungarian election, suggesting that following such an event, Ukraine-Hungary relations could normalize.

The U.S. military utilized Anthropic’s Claude AI during recent strikes targeting Iran and continues to depend on it, despite federal agencies being instructed to discontinue its use following a disagreement over usage limitations.

German Chancellor Merz on Spain: We are trying to convince Spain with the defense spending requirements.

Russia's Foreign Minister Lavrov: The risk is now growing that the problem of nuclear non-proliferation will begin to get out of control. In Europe, they talk about it openly and loudly. There are alarming trends also in Northeast Asia, where the United States, together with South Korea, introduce nuclear components into the program.

Qatar Foreign Ministry Spokesperson: Iranian jets shot down yesterday entered Qatari airspace and were warned. After confirming they were heading toward Doha, they were engaged, and we are currently searching for their crew.

France plans to send anti-missile and anti-drone systems to Cyprus following a drone strike that impacted the runway at the UK's RAF Akrotiri base.

The U.S. is considering relocating Patriot and THAAD air defense systems — and possibly other assets — from South Korea to the Middle East if the war with Iran drags on. Systems under review include Patriot (PAC-3), THAAD, and MQ-9 Reaper drones. Source: Chosun

Rubio on Iran: They are producing, by some estimates, over 100 of these missiles a month. Compare that to the six or seven interceptors that can be built a month.

French President Macron: Germany, the UK, and France will work together on long-range missiles.

French President Macron: Our deterrent is both robust and efficient. All those who would be bold enough to strike at France must be aware of the unbearable costs that it would impose on them.

Secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council Ali Larijani: Iran, unlike the United States, has prepared itself for a long war.

Three U.S. B-1B Lancer bombers from Ellsworth AFB carried out overnight strikes on targets in Iran after a nonstop flight from the United States. This marks the second tracked bomber mission. The aircraft are now clear of the combat area and heading back over the Atlantic. Source: DefenceGeek

Zelensky: Ukraine is not canceling preparations for the next round of negotiations. If security concerns prevent a meeting in Abu Dhabi, Türkiye or Switzerland could serve as alternative venues.

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Kremlin: Russia is in constant contact with the Iranian leadership and is discussing the situation there.

French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot: The military escalation must stop as soon as possible. The Iranian regime, which has now lost its leader, must end its attacks. It must agree to major concessions and a radical change of posture so that a political solution can be found.

BREAKING: Germany is seriously considering joining the war with Iran. German sources say planning is already underway with the U.S., and Berlin could either take part directly in bombings or provide military support. Source: GLZRadio

The EU is adding two French vessels to its military mission in the Red Sea.

BREAKING: Berlin, Paris and London say they are prepared to take “defensive actions” to “destroy” Iran’s military capabilities.

BREAKING: U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal after Iran briefing: I am more fearful than ever after this briefing that we may be putting boots on the ground. I am no more clear on what the priorities of the administration are going forward—whether it is destroying Iran’s nuclear capability, simply its missiles, regime change, or stopping terrorist activities.

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Following US and Israeli airstrikes in western Tehran, a fire broke out. The source of the information is ISNA.

FBI Director Kash Patel dismissed approximately a dozen FBI agents from an elite counterintelligence unit (CI-12) that specializes in Iran and other Middle East threats, citing alleged misconduct in the Trump classified documents investigation, although no evidence was provided. The dismissals occurred just days before Trump launched "Operation Epic Fury."

Iran's Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei stated: We have repeatedly stated that we have no issue with the American people. The American people should know that their leaders attacked a historic nation — whose only demand is to live freely and independently — without any justification.

U.S. Embassy in Riyadh: Security Alert: Threat of Imminent Missile / UAV Attacks Over Dhahran. There is a threat of imminent missile and UAV attacks over Dhahran. Do not come to the U.S. Consulate.

Saudi Aramco is reviewing alternative crude export routes to bypass the Strait of Hormuz, including using its east-west pipeline to ship oil via the Red Sea. The move comes after a drone strike hit the Ras Tanura complex, prompting the shutdown of its 550,000 barrels-per-day refinery.

Cristiano Ronaldo left Saudi Arabia for Madrid after the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) suspended Gulf-region matches due to the Iran war.

A CNN Türk reporting team was detained live on air in Tel Aviv near the Kirya military headquarters of the Israeli Army today. Israeli security forces intervened, confiscated equipment, and took the journalists in for questioning.

Amazon Web Services (AWS), Amazon's cloud unit, announced that drone strikes caused damage to some of its data centers in the United Arab Emirates and Bahrain, leading to disruptions in cloud services. The strikes resulted in structural, power, and water damage, and AWS indicated that recovery efforts are expected to be lengthy.

The U.S. Embassy in Kuwait announces its closure until further notice due to “regional tensions.”

Some international organizations, which typically do not align with the United States, have unequivocally stated that Iran's sole objective in constructing these underground highly enriched facilities is the development of a nuclear weapon.

Rubio on Iran: There was absolutely an imminent threat, and it was that we knew that if Iran was attacked, and we believed that they would be attacked, that they would immediately come after us, and we were not going to sit there and absorb a blow.

Rubio on Iran: While we would love to see a new regime, the bottom line is that no matter who governs that country a year from now, they are not going to have these ballistic missiles and drones to threaten us.

Iran’s Quds Force: The enemies will have no security anywhere in the world, even in their own homes.

CENTCOM: The only carrier that has been hit is the Shahid Bagheri, an Iranian drone carrier. U.S. forces struck the ship within hours of launching Operation Epic Fury.

Keir Starmer on Iran: Iran launched hundreds of missiles and thousands of drones at countries which did not attack them.

Mansoureh Khojasteh Bagherzadeh, the wife of the late Supreme Leader of Iran Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini, has reportedly died from her injuries following the recent attack on Iran.

Greece stated that it will deploy two frigates and two fighter jets to protect Cyprus in response to Iranian drone strikes.

Zelensky on Iran: The war in Iran is a signal to Putin about how dictatorships end.

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We are told that Pentagon briefers made a stark acknowledgment, and that was that there was no indication that Iran was preparing to preemptively strike U.S. bases in the region.

No U.S. ships have been struck since the start of the attacks on Iran.