US-Israel attack Iran | LIVE: Iran is entering a historic transition after the death of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. State-linked ISNA reports that senior cleric Ayatollah Alireza Arafi has been appointed interim Supreme Leader.
Arafi will work with a temporary leadership council until a permanent successor is chosen under Iran’s constitution.
The temporary council includes President Masoud Pezeshkian, Chief Justice Gholam-Hossein Mohseni-Eje’i, and a cleric from the Guardian Council. Together with Arafi, they are tasked with guiding the nation through this sensitive period and ensuring stability.
Who is Ayatollah Alireza Arafi?
Arafi is a well-known Iranian Shia cleric. He serves on the Guardian Council and Assembly of Experts and leads the Bache-Kooni Basij.
Previously, he chaired Al-Mustafa International University, claiming it converted 50 million people to Shia Islam during his tenure from 2009 to 2018.
He has also been Qom Friday prayer leader and has openly criticised atheism and Christianity in Iran, labeling them as idolatry.
Khamenei killed in US-Israel strike
Khamenei, 86, had led Iran as Supreme Leader since 1989. He was killed over the weekend in a US-Israel strike targeting military and government sites linked to Defense Minister Amir Naserzadeh and commander-in-chief Mohammad Pakpour.
US President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu confirmed the strike. Trump called Khamenei “one of the most evil people in history” and described the attack as justice for Iranians and the global community. Iran initially denied the reports but confirmed Khamenei’s death by Sunday morning.
LIVE: Middle East tensions after US-Israel strikes on Iran
Trump says he 'will be talking to Iranian leaders'
A day after the US and Israeli launched massive air strikes against Iran, killing the country's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, US President Donald Trump has said that he will be talking to Iranian leaders after Tehran reached out.
“They want to talk, and I have agreed to talk, so I will be talking to them. They should have done it sooner,” Trump was quoted as saying by The Atlantic.
"They should have given what was very practical and easy to do sooner. They waited too long," he added.
Iran open to de-escalation, claims Oman
As tensions flare in the Middle East after US-Israeli air strikes in Iran and the latter retaliation, Sayyid Badr bin Hamad Al Busaidi, Minister of Foreign Affairs, Oman has spoken with his Iranian counterpart Abbas Araghchi to discuss diplomacy to de-escalate the situation.
In a statement shared by Oman, Araghchi told Busaidi that Iran was open to "any serious efforts that contribute to stopping the escalation."
IDF targets 'heart of Tehran' in new wave of strikes
The Israel Defence Forces (IDF) has said that it targeted "heart of Tehran" in a new wave of strikes after an Iranian missile attack killed at least nine people in Israel's Beit Shemesh.
US denies Iranian claims of hitting USS Abraham Lincoln with ballistic missiles
The US Central Command (CENTCOM) has rejected the claims made by Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps that American aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln was struck with ballistic missiles. “The Lincoln was not hit. The missiles launched didn’t even come close,” CENTCOM said in a statement.
“The Lincoln continues to launch aircraft in support of CENTCOM’s relentless campaign to defend the American people by eliminating threats from the Iranian regime,” it added.
US acknowledges first American troop casualties as Iran retaliates, three military personnel killed
Three American soldiers have been killed and five others were seriously injured in Iranian strikes, the US Central Command (CENTCOM) announced. However, the agency didn't provide any further details on how and where the American soldiers were killed.
“Several others sustained minor shrapnel injuries and concussions and are in the process of being returned to duty,” CENTCOM said, adding that “major combat operations continue and our response effort is ongoing.”
Iranian drones struck Al Salam Naval Base in Abu Dhabi
Two Iranian drones struck the Al Salam Naval Base in Abu Dhabi, causing a fire but no casualties, the UAE's Defense Ministry said on Sunday evening.
“Specialized teams responded today to an incident resulting from an attack by two Iranian drones on a warehouse at Al Salam Naval Base in Abu Dhabi. The attack caused a fire in two containers of general materials, but there were no casualties,” the ministry said.
Hundreds of flights cancelled worldwide as the US-Israel and Iran war rages
The US-Israel attack on Iran has thrown the global aviation industry under the bus with hundreds of flights being cancelled worldwide after several countries closed their respective airspaces.
As of Sunday, airlines across regions have been forced to cancel or reroute flights after emergency safety restrictions were imposed on key air corridors. Aviation industry estimates suggest that more than 700 flights have already been cancelled globally, while hundreds of others have been diverted to longer routes to avoid conflict zones.
Large parts of West Asia, one of the most important transit regions for international aviation, are either fully closed to civilian aircraft or operating under tight navigation controls. Airspace over several countries, including Iran and Israel, has been affected, severely limiting normal flight movement.
Major aviation hubs in the Gulf region, including Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Doha, have also restricted traffic, leading to delays that are spreading across airline networks worldwide. Flights connecting Asia, Europe, and North America have been particularly impacted, as many of these routes depend on smooth passage through the Middle East.ter strategic air corridors close
Hundreds of flights cancelled worldwide as the US-Israel and Iran war rages
The US-Israel attack on Iran has thrown the global aviation industry under the bus with hundreds of flights being cancelled worldwide after several countries closed their respective airspaces.
As of Sunday, airlines across regions have been forced to cancel or reroute flights after emergency safety restrictions were imposed on key air corridors. Aviation industry estimates suggest that more than 700 flights have already been cancelled globally, while hundreds of others have been diverted to longer routes to avoid conflict zones.
Large parts of West Asia, one of the most important transit regions for international aviation, are either fully closed to civilian aircraft or operating under tight navigation controls. Airspace over several countries, including Iran and Israel, has been affected, severely limiting normal flight movement.
Major aviation hubs in the Gulf region, including Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Doha, have also restricted traffic, leading to delays that are spreading across airline networks worldwide. Flights connecting Asia, Europe, and North America have been particularly impacted, as many of these routes depend on smooth passage through the Middle East.ter strategic air corridors close
Hundreds of flights cancelled worldwide as the US-Israel and Iran war rages
The US-Israel attack on Iran has thrown the global aviation industry under the bus with hundreds of flights being cancelled worldwide after several countries closed their respective airspaces.
As of Sunday, airlines across regions have been forced to cancel or reroute flights after emergency safety restrictions were imposed on key air corridors. Aviation industry estimates suggest that more than 700 flights have already been cancelled globally, while hundreds of others have been diverted to longer routes to avoid conflict zones.
Large parts of West Asia, one of the most important transit regions for international aviation, are either fully closed to civilian aircraft or operating under tight navigation controls. Airspace over several countries, including Iran and Israel, has been affected, severely limiting normal flight movement.
Major aviation hubs in the Gulf region, including Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Doha, have also restricted traffic, leading to delays that are spreading across airline networks worldwide. Flights connecting Asia, Europe, and North America have been particularly impacted, as many of these routes depend on smooth passage through the Middle East.ter strategic air corridors close
Beit Shemesh death toll rises to 9
The death toll in Israel's Beit Shemesh attack has been revised to nine as another injured succumbed to his wounds. An Iranian missile had struck a residential area in Beit Shemesh earlier today.
Iran says it struck US aircraft carrier Abraham Lincoln
The Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) has claimed to have hit the US aircraft carrier Abraham Lincoln. According to the IRGC, the US aircraft carrier Abraham Lincoln was struck by four ballistic missiles.
"The land and sea will increasingly become the graveyard of the terrorist aggressors," the IRGC warned.
'Iranian strikes in the Gulf act of self-defence,' says Iran's FM Abbas Araghchi
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has criticised the US and Israeli strikes on his country, saying that Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has said that Iran has “always been open to diplomacy, unlike America, which attacked us for the second time during negotiations”.
He said that Iranian strikes in the Gulf are "an act of self-defence". "What we are doing is in fact an act of self-defence and retaliation to the American aggression against us...We are not attacking our brothers in the Persian Gulf, we are not attacking our neighbours, but we are attacking American targets."
Araghchi also said that the decision on the next Supreme Leader may be taken in a day or two in accordance with the Constitution.
'Will continue to strike hard,' says Iranian President in televised address; 8 killed in Israel's Beit Shemesh
Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian on Sunday vowed to continue following in the footsteps of the country's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei, who was killed in yesterday's US-Israeli air strikes.
"We will continue following in the footsteps of our supreme leader. The armed forces of the Islamic Republic of Iran will continue to strike hard, will continue to destroy the military bases of our enemies," the Iranian President said in a televised address.
"The martyrdom of the leader of the revolution was a culmination of years of sacrifice," he added.
'Will continue to strike hard,' says Iranian President in televised address; 8 killed in Israel's Beit Shemesh
Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian on Sunday vowed to continue following in the footsteps of the country's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei, who was killed in yesterday's US-Israeli air strikes.
"We will continue following in the footsteps of our supreme leader. The armed forces of the Islamic Republic of Iran will continue to strike hard, will continue to destroy the military bases of our enemies," the Iranian President said in a televised address.
"The martyrdom of the leader of the revolution was a culmination of years of sacrifice," he added.
BREAKING NEWS: Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian addresses nation after Khamenei's death
More details to follow
Death toll in Beit Shemesh strike rises to 8
The death toll from Iran's strike in Israel's Beit Shemesh has risen to eight after two more injured succumbed to their injuries.
"Additional MDA teams are treating and evacuating 28 casualties to hospital including: 2 in serious condition, 2 in moderate condition, and 24 in mild condition," said Israel's EMS.
https://twitter.com/Mdais/status/2028097053637644767
Israel to continue attacks on Iran until Iranian capabilities are degraded: Reuven Azar
Ambassador of Israel to India, Reuven Azar, has said that the country will continue to attack Iran until its capabilities are completely degraded. "We are still in the process... As you probably saw, the Iranian regime is still capable of firing at different targets in the region, including Israel. Yesterday we had a hit in Tel Aviv in which dozens of Israelis were injured, and a woman was killed. We hope that as this operation continues, the Iranian capabilities will be degraded substantially and they will no longer be able to throw havoc into our region," he said.
Death toll in Beit Shemesh strike rises to 8
The death toll from Iran's strike in Israel's Beit Shemesh has risen to eight after two more injured succumbed to their injuries.
"Additional MDA teams are treating and evacuating 28 casualties to hospital including: 2 in serious condition, 2 in moderate condition, and 24 in mild condition," said Israel's EMS.
https://twitter.com/Mdais/status/2028097053637644767
More explosions heard in Dubai, Doha, and Manama, says report
More explosions have been heard across the Gulf states, including Dubai, Manama, and Doha, as Iran carries out retaliatory strikes after the US-Israel attack.
So far, at least three people have been killed and 58 others injured in the UAE since Iran began its retaliatory strikes in the Gulf. According to the UAE's Defence Ministry, the country has detected 165 ballistic missiles, destroying 152, and intercepted two cruise missiles.
A total of “541 Iranian drones were detected, 506 of which were intercepted and destroyed,” the ministry added in a statement.
Iran targeting civilians in ballistic attacks, says Israeli spokesperson, calls it 'war crime'
Israel's Ministry of Foreign Affairs Spokesperson Oren Marmorstein has accused the Iranian regime of deliberately targeting civilians with ballistic missiles, describing the attacks as "war crimes" and asserting that Israel's military actions are aimed solely at military targets.
"What you see behind me is the result of the Iranian regime's ballistic terror. As you can see, the ballistic missile was aimed at a civilian neighbourhood. We had children here, elderly people. They are targeting civilians," the Spokesperson said, according to news agency IANS
Contrasting Israel's military operations with Iran's alleged actions, Marmorstein said, "This is the complete opposite of what Israel is doing. We are aiming at military targets, but the Iranian regime is targeting our civilians -- our children, our women, our elderly."
However, in contrast to his claims, the US-Israeli strikes hit a primary school building in Iran, killing dozens of school kids.
Iran targeting civilians in ballistic attacks, says Israeli spokesperson, calls it 'war crime'
Israel's Ministry of Foreign Affairs Spokesperson Oren Marmorstein has accused the Iranian regime of deliberately targeting civilians with ballistic missiles, describing the attacks as "war crimes" and asserting that Israel's military actions are aimed solely at military targets.
"What you see behind me is the result of the Iranian regime's ballistic terror. As you can see, the ballistic missile was aimed at a civilian neighbourhood. We had children here, elderly people. They are targeting civilians," the Spokesperson said, according to news agency IANS
Contrasting Israel's military operations with Iran's alleged actions, Marmorstein said, "This is the complete opposite of what Israel is doing. We are aiming at military targets, but the Iranian regime is targeting our civilians -- our children, our women, our elderly."
However, in contrast to his claims, the US-Israeli strikes hit a primary school building in Iran, killing dozens of school kids.
Video shows aftermath of Iranian strike in Beit Shemesh
Footage has surfaced showing the aftermath of the Iranian ballistic missile impact in Beit Shemesh, which killed at least six people and injured 23 others.
https://twitter.com/manniefabian/status/2028092145001766970
Video shows aftermath of Iranian strike in Beit Shemesh
Footage has surfaced showing the aftermath of the Iranian ballistic missile impact in Beit Shemesh, which killed at least six people and injured 23 others.
https://twitter.com/manniefabian/status/2028092145001766970
BREAKING: At least six killed in Iranian missile strike in Israel's Beit Shemesh
At least six people were killed, and several others were injured after an Iranian ballistic missile managed to bypass Israeli air defences and struck a residential area in Beit Shemesh. According to the Times of Israel, 23 people have been rushed to hospitals. Two of them are said to be in serious condition.
https://twitter.com/manniefabian/status/2028086264491028722
Iran has intensified its missile attacks on Israel and the US assets in the Middle East after the death of its Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, in the US-Israeli strikes yesterday.
BREAKING: At least six killed in Iranian missile strike in Israel's Beit Shemesh
At least six people were killed, and several others were injured after an Iranian ballistic missile managed to bypass Israeli air defences and struck a residential area in Beit Shemesh. According to the Times of Israel, 23 people have been rushed to hospitals. Two of them are said to be in serious condition.
https://twitter.com/manniefabian/status/2028086264491028722
Iran has intensified its missile attacks on Israel and the US assets in the Middle East after the death of its Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, in the US-Israeli strikes yesterday.
Iranian missiles strike Israel, several injured
Several people, including a minor girl, were injured after an Iranian ballistic missile struck Beit Shemesh. According to the Magen David Adom ambulance service, it has taken 17 victims to hospitals, including two in serious condition.
Iranian missiles strike Israel, several injured
Several people, including a minor girl, were injured after an Iranian ballistic missile struck Beit Shemesh. According to the Magen David Adom ambulance service, it has taken 17 victims to hospitals, including two in serious condition.
Oil tanker with 15 Indians hit off Oman's Musandam peninsula as Iran-Israel war rages
A sanctioned Palau-flagged oil tanker was hit on Sunday off Oman's Musandam peninsula, injuring four people. According to reports, the Skylight tanker was carrying 20 crew members, including 15 Indians, when it was hit 5 nautical miles north of Musandam's Khasab Port, on the strategic Strait of Hormuz, the Oman Maritime Security Centre said in a post on X.
Hezbollah threatens retaliation against 'American-Zionist aggression' after Khamenei’s death
The Middle East is witnessing a wave of reactions after the death of Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ali Khamenei. Among the most vocal is Hezbollah, the Lebanese Shia group widely supported by Iran.
Hezbollah’s deputy leader, Naim Qassem, described Khamenei as a martyr who leaves behind tens of millions of followers. He condemned what he called “the criminal American and Zionist aggression” that targeted the Iranian leader, calling it “the height of criminality.”
Qassem also assured that Hezbollah will continue to confront such attacks, saying the group is confident in Allah’s guidance, victory, and support.
The organisation is planning a public gathering to show loyalty to Khamenei and support for Iran.
North Korea slams US and Israel strikes on Iran as ‘illegal aggression’
North Korea has issued a sharp condemnation of recent events in the Middle East, labeling the US and Israel’s actions against Iran as “illegal aggression” and a clear violation of national sovereignty.
According to the state-run Korean Central News Agency, the North Korean foreign ministry spokesperson called the US military operation “within the range of expectations” but criticised its “hegemonic and gangster-like” behaviour.
GCC Foreign Ministers to hold emergency video conference today: Reports
Media reports indicate that the foreign ministers of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) are set to meet via video conference today for an emergency session. The discussions are expected to focus on recent regional developments and security concerns.
The GCC, a political and economic alliance, includes Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates.
Iran faces air assault: Israel's Defense Minister Katz confirms strikes on strategic Tehran locations
Israel’s Defense Minister Israel Katz announced that for the first time in Operation Lion’s Roar, Israeli Air Force jets are actively operating over Tehran.
The strike targeted key regime and suppression sites in the Iranian capital, following a plan approved by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
Katz added that an uninterrupted airlift is now underway to continue precision strikes on high-priority “Tornado” targets across Tehran.
Hardline cleric Ayatollah Alireza Arafi takes interim control after Khamenei killed in US-Israel strike
Senior Shia cleric Ayatollah Alireza Arafi has been appointed as Iran’s interim Supreme Leader following the death of Ali Khamenei in a US-Israel military strike.
Arafi, a hardline cleric known for spreading Shia Islam and opposing atheism and Christianity, will lead alongside President Masoud Pezeshkian, Chief Justice Gholam-Hossein Mohseni-Eje’i, and a Guardian Council cleric.
This temporary leadership council will oversee the country until a permanent successor is chosen under Iran’s constitutional process. (Read the full story)
Hardline cleric Ayatollah Alireza Arafi takes interim control after Khamenei killed in US-Israel strike
Senior Shia cleric Ayatollah Alireza Arafi has been appointed as Iran’s interim Supreme Leader following the death of Ali Khamenei in a US-Israel military strike.
Arafi, a hardline cleric known for spreading Shia Islam and opposing atheism and Christianity, will lead alongside President Masoud Pezeshkian, Chief Justice Gholam-Hossein Mohseni-Eje’i, and a Guardian Council cleric.
This temporary leadership council will oversee the country until a permanent successor is chosen under Iran’s constitutional process. (Read the full story)
IEA chief says agency monitoring Middle East tensions, global oil markets
Faith Birol, the Executive Director of the International Energy Agency (IEA) tweeted that the agency is closely watching events in the Middle East and their possible impact on global oil and gas markets.
He added that markets have remained well supplied so far and said he is in contact with ministers from major regional producers and IEA member governments about the situation.
The @IEA is actively monitoring events in the Middle East & the potential implications for global oil & gas markets and trade flows. Markets have been well supplied to date.
— Fatih Birol (@fbirol) March 1, 2026
I am in contact with Ministers from major producers in the region & IEA governments about the situation.
A message to Washington: The strategy behind Iran’s ‘Operation True Promise 4’
The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) said on Sunday that it carried out new attacks on US-linked targets in the Indian Ocean and Kuwait as part of Operation True Promise 4. This marks the fifth phase of the campaign amid already high regional tensions.
If confirmed, the strikes would show a direct widening of Iran’s conflict with the United States beyond its own borders. (Read the full story)
Hamas mourns Iran’s Khamenei, blames US-Israel for 'heinous' attack
Hamas on Sunday expressed grief over the death of Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, calling the US-Israel strike that killed him “heinous.”
In a statement, the Palestinian group said Khamenei had offered political, diplomatic, and military support to their cause.
Hamas blamed the United States and Israel for the attack, calling it a blatant aggression that threatens Iran’s sovereignty and the stability of the region.
Iran raises symbolic 'revenge' flag over Jamkaran Mosque in Qom
A red 'flag of revenge' has been raised over the Jamkaran Mosque in the holy city of Qom, Iran. This is a move traditionally linked in Shia culture to calling for justice and retaliation after a significant killing.
Iran raises symbolic 'revenge' flag over Jamkaran Mosque in Qom
A red 'flag of revenge' has been raised over the Jamkaran Mosque in the holy city of Qom, Iran. This is a move traditionally linked in Shia culture to calling for justice and retaliation after a significant killing.
Fresh explosions rock Riyadh, Dubai, Doha, Manama after Iranian retaliatory strikes
New blasts are reported across Gulf cities including Dubai, Doha, and Manama, following a day of Iranian strikes in response to US and Israeli attacks. AFP reporters heard explosions and saw thick black smoke rising over parts of the cities.
The attacks have raised fears of a wider conflict and shaken a region long considered stable in the turbulent Middle East.
Saudi Arabia pushed US-Israel strikes on Iran that killed Ali Khamenei: Reports
New reports add a surprising angle to the US-Israel military operation that killed Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. According to The Washington Post, Saudi Arabia influenced the United States to carry out joint attacks on Iran alongside Israel.
The strikes, called Operation Epic Fury by the US and Operation Roaring Lion by Israel, took place on Saturday and resulted in Khamenei’s death. The newspaper cited four sources familiar with the matter saying Saudi Arabia urged the US to join Israel in launching the attacks. (Read the full story)
‘The blood of the martyr demands justice’: Why Khamenei’s killing could backfire on US-Israel plan
The killing of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei may not deliver the regime shock that Washington and Tel Aviv seek, strategic affairs expert Brahma Chellaney has warned, arguing that the strike could instead strengthen Tehran’s hand.
Brahma Chellaney, Professor of Strategic Studies at the Centre for Policy Research in New Delhi, said revenge is deeply rooted in both Sunni and Shiite traditions. By targeting Khamenei, he said, US President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu may have made their regime-change objective “more complicated and challenging.” (Read the full story)
‘You burned our hearts, we will burn yours’: Iran’s top security chief Ali Larijani warns US and Israel
Iran is reeling after the killing of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in what it calls a shocking and “bitter” attack. In a televised interview, Ali Larijani, Secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council, accused the United States and Israel of orchestrating the strike and warned of strong military retaliation.
Larijani described the attack as “extremely painful for the Iranian nation” and said, “The United States and the Zionists have burned the heart of the Iranian people, and we will burn their hearts.”
He claimed foreign powers had long tried to weaken Iran through economic pressure and internal unrest but said the awareness and resilience of the Iranian people neutralised these plans. (Read the full story)
Nepal issues urgent safety alert for Nepalis in Israel and Iran
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Nepal is monitoring the Middle East situation and has advised Nepali nationals in Israel and Iran to follow local safety instructions, stay indoors, stay in contact with authorities, and postpone non-essential travel until conditions stabilise.
Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Kathmandu:
Telephone: +977-9862678437
E-mail: waa@mofa.gov.np
Embassy of Nepal Tel Aviv, Israel:
Telephone: +972-545582077
Email: telaviv@nepalembassyil.com
Embassy of Nepal, Doha, Qatar:
Telephone: +974- 6621 4419
Email: eondoha@mofa.gov.np
Iran’s internet blackout hits over 24 hours
Iran’s nationwide internet shutdown has lasted more than 24 hours, with connectivity at just 1 percent of normal levels, according to internet monitoring group NetBlocks. The group said the blackout limits public communication and engagement at a critical time following the killing of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in US‑Israeli airstrikes.
Drone attacks at Duqm Port in Oman injure one worker
Two drones targeted areas at Duqm Port in Oman, causing one expatriate worker to be injured when a drone hit workers’ accommodation, the Oman News Agency (ONA) reported, citing a security source.
Debris from a second drone fell near fuel tanks, but caused no injuries or damage. The injured worker received medical care.
Oman condemned the attacks and said authorities are taking steps to protect the country and its residents.
Six killed in Karachi clashes near US Consulate after Iran’s Khamenei is killed
At least six people were killed and several others hurt in violent clashes in Karachi near the US Consulate in Karachi after protests erupted over the reported killing of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in joint US‑Israeli strikes.
Demonstrators marched toward the consulate, clashed with police, and attempted to break through security, while law enforcement used tear gas and other measures to disperse the crowd.
UAE says Iran fired 137 missiles and 209 drones at its territory
The United Arab Emirates Ministry of Defence said that Iran launched 137 ballistic missiles and 209 drones toward the UAE on Saturday as part of the wider regional conflict.
Most of these were intercepted or destroyed by UAE air defences, but some debris fell within the country, causing minor damage and incidents in different areas.
Israel reports dropping 1,200+ bombs on Iran, girls’ school in Minab among targets
Israel’s air force said it dropped more than 1,200 bombs on Iran in the past 24 hours as part of its joint operation with the US.
One of the places hit was an elementary girls’ school in Minab, Hormozgan province, southern Iran, where at least 148 people were killed and many others were injured.
Two injured in Dubai as debris from intercepted drones falls on homes
Two people were injured in Dubai when debris from intercepted drones landed in the courtyards of two homes, the city’s media office reported.
Media reports state that the loud noises heard across the emirate were caused by successful air defence interceptions of the drones.
Delhi cleric warns of ‘worse days’ after Khamenei’s killing
In Delhi, Imam of Shia Jama Masjid Maulana Mohd Ali Mohsin Taqvi expressed sorrow over the killing of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. He said, “Every person in favour of justice and sovereignty of a country is deeply saddened today. The world is about to witness worse days.”
He warned that the precedent could destabilise global politics. “The President of any country can be abducted, any country's leadership can be killed with bombs... It was Iran today, tomorrow it may be Türkiye, Saudi Arabia... We are deeply saddened today,” he said.
Taqvi added that a condolence meeting is being held. “The Supreme Leader of Iran was a simple man and was known as a major scholar of the Islamic world. He never bowed in front of the oppressors,” he said.
Iraq declares three days of mourning for Khamenei
Iraq’s government has announced three days of national mourning following the killing of Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
Government spokesperson Bassem Al-Awadi, quoted by the Iraqi News Agency (INA), expressed condolences to the Iranian people and the Islamic world, calling Khamenei a respected scholar and leader. He described the killing as a “blatant act of aggression” that violates human, moral, and international laws.
BREAKING: Top Iranian leaders killed in US-Israel strikes: Mousavi, Nasirzadeh, Shamkhani, Pakpour
Iran’s official news agency, IRNA, confirmed that Armed Forces chief Abdul Rahim Mousavi and Defense Minister Aziz Nasirzadeh were killed in the US‑Israel attacks on Saturday.
The country has also confirmed the deaths of Supreme Leader Khamenei, his security adviser Ali Shamkhani, and IRGC commander-in-chief Mohammad Pakpour.
IRNA added that more senior military commanders were killed, with their names to be announced later.
Congress spokesperson Shama Mohamed calls strikes on Iran school 'unprovoked'
Congress spokesperson Shama Mohamed said on the Israel‑Iran conflict that no one likes war, and while they do not support Iran’s regime, the recent attack that killed more than 80 schoolchildren in Iran was unprovoked. She urged the Government of India to take quick action and speak up for a ceasefire between Israel and Iran to help stop the violence.
watch | Delhi: On Israel-Iran Conflict, Congress spokesperson Shama Mohammad says, "... No one likes war. Not that we support the Khomeini regime, but this was an unprovoked attack that killed over 80 schoolchildren in Iran. We urge the Government of India to take immediate… pic.twitter.com/1tkchiejLv
— ANI (@ANI) March 1, 2026
Karnataka Deputy CM urges support for Indians amid Israel-Iran conflict
Karnataka’s Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar appealed to people to stay strong and support those affected by the Israel‑Iran conflict, saying everyone should feel confidence and not lose hope.
He urged that all Indian citizens must be protected and said it is wrong for anyone, especially children, to be killed in such violence.
Bengaluru | On Israel-Iran Conflict, Karnataka Dy CM DK Shivakumar says, "I appeal to all people of this country, especially South India - we should try to give strength to the people working there, they should not lose their confidence... All citizens of India should be… pic.twitter.com/2To0ak0yIr
— ANI (@ANI) March 1, 2026
'US presidents never learn from history': Brahma Chellaney
Indian geostrategy expert Brahma Chellaney wrote on X (Twitter) that US presidents “never learn from history,” causing the country to repeat the same mistakes.
He said that wars in Iraq, Libya, and Afghanistan left those countries unstable and caused big costs for America.
He warned that Trump’s actions toward Iran could have the same effect, harming the U.S. and increasing instability in the region.
U.S. presidents never learn from history, so history keeps repeating itself for America:
— Dr. Brahma Chellaney (@Chellaney) March 1, 2026
In Iraq, America’s regime-change invasion and occupation proved not only costly for Washington but left Iraq still destabilized. In Libya, the U.S.-led NATO regime-change war produced a…
US Embassy in Jordan issues security alert over missiles, drones in airspace
The US Embassy in Jordan issued a security alert warning that missiles, drones, or rockets have been reported in Jordanian airspace.
The embassy advised people to seek overhead cover, stay indoors, and follow local announcements and alerts. It said officials will continue monitoring the situation and provide updates as necessary.
SECURITY ALERT: U.S. EMBASSY JORDAN (MARCH 1, 2026)
— U.S. Embassy Amman (@USEmbassyJordan) March 1, 2026
Location: Jordan, countrywide
Event: Reports indicate missiles, drones, or rockets are in Jordanian airspace. Seek overhead cover and shelter in place immediately. Remain indoors and pay attention to local announcements and… pic.twitter.com/OG98U3LvPE
'He who sought to destroy Israel has been destroyed': Israeli Defense Minister
Israel’s Defense Minister Israel Tatz wrote on X (Twitter) that Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and other senior figures in Iran were “thwarted” in the opening strike of Operation ‘Roar of the Lion’. He said Khamenei, who “acted to destroy Israel,” has been “destroyed,” calling it justice and a “mortal blow” to the so-called axis of evil.
Tatz congratulated Benjamin Netanyahu for his leadership and praised the IDF for the operation. He added that Israel will continue to act with full force to defend the country.
Etihad suspends all Abu Dhabi flights until March 2
Etihad Airways posted on X (Twitter) that regional airspace closures are affecting its operations, with all flights to and from Abu Dhabi suspended until 02:00 UAE time on Monday, 2 March. Passengers are advised to check flight status at etihad (dot) com.
Regional Airspace Disruption – Operational Update
— Etihad Airways (@etihad) March 1, 2026
Regional airspace closures continue to impact Etihad’s operations, and all flights to and from Abu Dhabi are suspended until 02:00 UAE time on Monday 2 March.
Passengers due to travel are advised to:
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Iran security chief says Israel seeks to partition country
Iran’s national security chief, Ali Larijani, has claimed that Israel is trying to split Iran following its joint attack with the US. According to Fars News Agency, Larijani said Israel “has no choice but to divide large countries to survive.”
Before his death, Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei had reportedly made Larijani the acting leader.
PV Sindhu describes explosion near Dubai Airport, says everyone safe now
PV Sindhu wrote on X (Twitter) that the situation near Dubai Airport is “becoming more frightening by the hour” after an explosion occurred close to where they were sheltering. She said her coach had to quickly move away from smoke and debris during the tense incident.
Sindhu confirmed that everyone is now safe, having been relocated to a more secure location thanks to the efforts of Dubai Airport staff, Dubai authorities, and support from the Indian High Commission in Dubai. She added that they are now trying to rest and stay hopeful as the situation stabilises.
The ordeal continues to unfold, and the situation is becoming more frightening by the hour.
— Pvsindhu (@Pvsindhu1) March 1, 2026
A few hours ago, there was an explosion close to where we were holed up at the airport. My coach had to quickly run out of the area as he was closest to the smoke and debris. It was an… https://t.co/ZdNtuALk0P
Death toll in Minab Girls’ School attack rises to 148, 95 injured
At least 148 people have been killed and 95 others injured in an attack on an elementary girls’ school in southern Iran’s Minab, according to reports. The strike, which took place on Saturday during a broader wave of US‑Israeli military actions against Iran, hit the school while students and staff were present, and the number of casualties has continued to rise.
They better not do that: Trump
US President Donald Trump posted on Truth Social that Iran had threatened to launch its strongest attack yet, warning Tehran not to proceed and saying that if it did, the United States would respond with unprecedented force.
India concerned over retaliation, diaspora safety and Hormuz energy route: Expert
Foreign affairs expert Robinder Sachdev said that the killing of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei by the US and Israel would shock the Iranian public, noting that the stated aim of the strike was to “decapitate” Iran’s leadership and that the attack appears to have achieved that goal; however, he added that while Iran is technologically weaker than the US and Israel, it is still likely to retaliate and its response could shape the situation ahead. He also stressed that India is deeply concerned about the escalation, as it does not want violence anywhere in the world, especially given that more than 10 million Indians work in the region and their safety is at risk, and because a large share of India’s crude oil and gas supplies pass through the Strait of Hormuz.
watch | Delhi | On killing of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, foreign expert Robinder Sachdev says, "... America and Israel have been able to take out the top guy in Iran - it would be quite a shock to the Iranian people. The stated purpose of this attack was to… pic.twitter.com/Lwx7OeVSql
— ANI (@ANI) March 1, 2026
Protests Erupt in Isfahan as Crowds Mourn Ayatollah Ali Khamenei | WATCH
People in Isfahan, a city in central Iran, gathered at Imam Square to protest against the US-Israeli attack on Iran and to mourn the death of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
watch | Iran: People in the city of Isfahan in central Iran have gathered at Imam Square to protest the US-Israeli attack against Iran and to mourn the death of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei
— ANI (@ANI) March 1, 2026
(Video source: Islamic Republic of Iran Broadcasting) pic.twitter.com/C933Ho7nVe
Iran appoints Ahmad Vahidi as new IRGC chief amid rising regional tensions: Who is he?
Iran has reportedly named Ahmad Vahidi as the new chief of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), according to Iranian media. The move comes as tensions rise after recent US and Israeli strikes and the reported death of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, which has shaken Iran’s political and military leadership.
Officials in Tehran are warning of strong retaliation, and state media says the conflict could expand to include Israel and US military forces in the region.
Vahidi is a senior Iranian military officer. In December 2025, he became deputy commander-in-chief of the IRGC. He earlier served as Iran’s interior minister from 2021 to 2024 and is now a member of the Expediency Discernment Council. Interpol has issued a red notice for his arrest over the 1994 AMIA bombing case.
IDF says over 30 targets hit, strikes ongoing
The Israel Defense Forces said strikes are continuing across Iran. In a statement, it said “30 plus targets so far” have been hit in western and central Iran.
The targets include aerial defence systems, missile launchers, regime targets, and military command centres. The IDF indicated that operations remain active.
Protest in Srinagar over Khamenei’s killing
In Srinagar, Shia Muslims staged a demonstration against the killing of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. The protest took place in the city centre and was described as peaceful.
A protestor said, “Today, our beloved leader, Ali Khamenei, was brutally martyred.... Yes, this mourning procession is going on peacefully in the city centre.”
The demonstration reflects the wider emotional and political reactions unfolding beyond West Asia.
Iran confirms Khamenei’s death
Iranian state media confirmed that Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed in US-Israeli airstrikes. The confirmation followed hours of speculation and earlier Israeli remarks.
Iran’s Fars News Agency, citing sources, reported that four of Khamenei’s relatives were also killed. They include his daughter, grandchild and son-in-law. The strikes appear to have directly targeted his compound.
Celebrations and protests outside White House
In Washington, a group of Iranian Americans gathered outside the White House waving lion-and-sun flags and holding a banner reading “Thank You.” Some expressed gratitude to President Trump and Israel for the strikes.
One woman said, “We wanted to run free again.” Another declared, “We Iranian people wanted this war. We wanted the regime gone.”
Across the avenue, critics condemned the action. One protester warned, “We don't need another war. It's gonna spin outta control.”
‘Erased from the pages of history’: Reza Pahlavi
Reza Pahlavi, the exiled son of Iran’s last Shah, said Khamenei “has been erased from the pages of history.” He argued that the Islamic Republic had effectively reached its end.
Calling Khamenei “the bloodthirsty despot of our time,” Pahlavi said any attempt to appoint a successor would be “doomed to fail.” He urged security forces to join what he described as a national transition and told Iranians to stay vigilant.
Netanyahu hints at outcome before confirmation
Earlier, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu had said there were “many signs indicating Khamenei is no longer.” He did not directly confirm the death at that stage.
Netanyahu stated that “Khamenei’s compound was destroyed.” His remarks preceded Tehran’s official confirmation.
‘Khamenei… is dead’: Trump
US President Donald Trump announced on Truth Social that Khamenei had been killed in joint US-Israeli strikes. He described it as the “single greatest chance” for Iranians to reclaim control of their country.
“Khamenei, one of the most evil people in History, is dead,” Trump said. He called it “Justice for the people of Iran” and warned that Iranian forces seeking “Immunity” must act now, adding: “Later they only get Death!”
Trump claimed the country had been “very much destroyed” in a single day.
Experts warn of wider regional war
In Delhi, foreign affairs expert Waiel Awwad said the conflict began with Israeli strikes on Iranian leadership and military installations. He described the situation as “a more escalated war” and said it was turning into “more of a regional war.”
From Washington, Middle Eastern scholar Adrian Calamel assessed the crisis as “more US-driven than it is Israel-driven.” He linked it to long-standing concerns over enrichment and reprocessing capabilities, saying no country with those capabilities could be allowed to produce a nuclear weapon. Both analyses point to the possibility of prolonged instability.
Diplomatic outreach amid escalation
Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs said Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan received a phone call from India’s External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar. No details of the conversation were shared publicly.
The outreach comes as military developments continue across the region. Diplomatic engagement appears active even as tensions rise.
Israeli Air Force claims elimination of senior officials
The Israeli Air Force said it struck military targets across Iran and eliminated seven senior officials of the Iranian Defence Leadership. The names listed included Ali Shamkhani, Mohammad Pakpour and others.
In another statement, the IAF said it completed an additional wave of strikes targeting the ballistic missile array and air defence systems in central Iran. The operations were described as precise and ongoing.
Gulf airports report drone incidents
Dubai Airports confirmed that a concourse at Dubai International (DXB) sustained minor damage in an incident that was quickly contained. Four staff members were injured and received medical attention. Most terminals had already been cleared of passengers under contingency plans.
Bahrain’s Ministry of Interior reported that Bahrain International Airport was targeted by a drone, resulting in material damage but no loss of life.
Abu Dhabi Airport said authorities were responding to a drone attack at Zayed International Airport, which resulted in one fatality involving an Asian national and seven injuries.
CENTCOM says no US casualties
CENTCOM said it successfully defended against “hundreds of Iranian missile and drone attacks.” It reported no US casualties or combat-related injuries so far.
The command described Operation Epic Fury as “the largest regional concentration of American military firepower in a generation.” It also confirmed that low-cost one-way attack drones were used in combat for the first time.
US launches ‘Operation Epic Fury’
US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth announced that the United States had commenced “OPERATION EPIC FURY.” He described it as “the most lethal, most complex, and most-precision aerial operation in history.”
“The United States did not start this conflict, but we will finish it,” Hegseth said. He warned that Iranian missiles and missile production would be destroyed and reiterated that Iran “will never have a nuclear weapon.”
CENTCOM said strikes began at 1:15 am Eastern Time, targeting IRGC command facilities, air defence systems, missile and drone launch sites, and military airfields.