U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken said that, in the past, Israel tried to pressure President Obama into ordering a strike on Iran, but Obama refused to do so. Blinken’s remarks highlight long‑standing tensions between Washington and Jerusalem over how to handle Iran’s nuclear and military programs.


US-Israel War with Iran: Blinken Says Israel Tried to Pressure Obama to Strike Iran

The spike in oil and natural gas prices from the Iran conflict may seem eerily similar to the 2022 energy crisis. But the economic backdrop now looks very different. In this next report, from the jobs market to monetary policy, we dive into what has changed over the past four years. 


US-Iran War: Is 2022 The Right Playbook For How Iran Crisis Plays Out?

Israel's strikes on 30 Iranian fuel depots Saturday went far beyond what the U.S. expected when Israel notified it in advance, sparking the first significant disagreement between the allies since the war began eight days ago, according to a U.S. official, Israeli official and a source with knowledge.


Israel-Iran War: US Uneasy After Israel Hits Iranian Fuel Depot?

Amid the escalated conflict between Iran and the US, a video has been accessed by the New York Times, which suggests that a US Tomahawk cruise missile struck a naval base near an elementary school in Iran, where over 150 young girls were in the school. A total of 175 people were killed in the strike. The footage was originally released by Iran’s semi-official Mehr News Agency and was verified. It reportedly showed a Tomahawk missile hitting a naval facility in the town of Minab on February 28.&nbsp;The strike occurred near the Shajarah Tayyebeh elementary school. The building was severely damaged. As per the report, the footage was filmed from a construction site opposite the naval base and shows a missile striking a building described as a medical clinic within the IRGC facility. The clip also showed large clouds of dust and smoke near the school.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/no-timeline-to-end-iran-war-trump-signals-decision-will-be-only-after-mutual-decision-with-netanyahu-1773048531481">No timeline to end Iran war? Trump signals decision will be only after ‘mutual’ decision with Netanyahu</a>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">The moment when Israeli and American terrorists struck <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Minab?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Minab</a> school<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/minabmassacre?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#minabmassacre</a><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/MINABSCHOOL?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#MINABSCHOOL</a> <a href="https://t.co/kHJEOukowj">pic.twitter.com/kHJEOukowj</a>&mdash; Mehr News Agency (@MehrnewsCom) <a href="https://twitter.com/MehrnewsCom/status/2030657550861885566?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 8, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

The newspaper said it verified the footage by comparing visible landmarks, including a dirt path, grassy terrain and debris piles, with satellite imagery captured in the days after the strikes.&nbsp;The report cited weapon experts and said the missiles were identified as a Tomahawk cruise missile, a long-range precision weapon used by the US military. Tomahawk is a long-range missile and is capable of travelling about 1,000 miles and carrying warheads with explosive power equivalent to roughly 300 pounds.<h2>What did Trump say?</h2>The findings in the report contradict the statement by US President Donald Trump, who had said earlier that &nbsp;Iran may have been responsible for the strike that damaged the school. “No. In my opinion and based on what I’ve seen, that was done by Iran,” Trump said, adding that Iranian munitions were “very inaccurate.”&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

When the US-Iran war started, a missile hit the Shajarah Tayyebeh elementary school, which was near a naval base in Iran. 150 girls were among the 175 people killed in the strike. Now, a report said the strike could be by a US missile.  

Amid the escalated conflict between Iran and the US, a video has been accessed by the New York Times, which suggests that a US Tomahawk cruise missile struck a naval base near an elementary school in Iran, where over 150 young girls were in the school. A total of 175 people were killed in the strike. The footage was originally released by Iran’s semi-official Mehr News Agency and was verified. It reportedly showed a Tomahawk missile hitting a naval facility in the town of Minab on February 28. The strike occurred near the Shajarah Tayyebeh elementary school. The building was severely damaged. As per the report, the footage was filmed from a construction site opposite the naval base and shows a missile striking a building described as a medical clinic within the IRGC facility. The clip also showed large clouds of dust and smoke near the school. Also read: No timeline to end Iran war? Trump signals decision will be only after ‘mutual’ decision with Netanyahu

When the US-Iran war started, a missile hit the Shajarah Tayyebeh elementary school, which was near a naval base in Iran. 150 girls were among the 175 people killed in the strike. Now, a report said the strike could be by a US missile. &nbsp;

New footage shows US Tomahawk missile striking base near Iran school, says report

There’s intense debate over the endgame of the U.S.-Iran conflict under President Donald Trump, and it hasn’t been clearly defined even by the administration itself. Trump’s public statements have shifted over time - from degrading Iran’s missile and nuclear capabilities to asserting that Iran must unconditionally surrender and suggesting that the war’s end will be a joint decision with Israel’s Benjamin Netanyahu

Trump’s Iran War Strategy: Endgame, Netanyahu Role, and Blinken Insight

Iran's oil depot fires triggered black acid rain on Sunday. A thick black smoke cloud shrouded Tehran as visibility dropped. People complained of throat irritation and itchy eyes, as agencies warned them to stay indoors. What is the science behind Iran's acid rain? 

Iran's oil depot fires triggered black acid rain on Sunday. A thick black smoke cloud shrouded Tehran as visibility dropped. People complained of throat irritation and itchy eyes, as agencies warned them to stay indoors. What is the science behind Iran's acid rain?&nbsp;

Science behind Iran's vicious 'black' acid rain triggered by massive fuel depot fires

Israeli strikes on 30 Iranian fuel depots on Saturday left the United States stunned, according to an Axios report. A US official, an Israeli official and a source with knowledge told the outlet that even though Washington was notified about the strikes before they happened, American officials were surprised to see how widely they spread. According to an Israeli official, the US told Israel, “WTF” after witnessing how much the flames spread. The US is not happy with the attack as it fears it could backfire in its bid to remove the regime. Hitting Israeli strikes on infrastructure serving ordinary Iranians could lead people to start backing the regime. They also fear that the horrifying visuals could create panic and drive up oil prices. Tehran was shrouded in thick smoke after Israel hit the fuel depots, igniting fires visible for miles.<h2>Not a good idea to attack oil depots, Trump official said</h2>To back the strikes, Israeli Defence Forces (IDF) claimed that the depots are "used by the Iranian regime to supply fuel to different consumers, including its military organs." It added that the strikes were a warning to Israel and deter attacks on Israeli civilian infrastructure. Israel told the US about attacking the fuel depots in advance, but the latter did not anticipate their scale. "We don't think it was a good idea," a senior US official said. A Trump adviser told Axios that the president is not happy with the attack on the depots. They aren't oil production facilities, but US officials are concerned that visuals of depots on fire could trigger panic in the oil market and push prices further up. "The president doesn't like the attack. He wants to save the oil. He doesn't want to burn it. And it reminds people of higher gas prices," the official told the outlet.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-we-will-not-target-iran-s-energy-sector-infrastructure-us-energy-secretary-chris-wright-1772985334423">‘We will not target Iran's energy sector, infrastructure’: US Energy Secretary Chris Wright</a> &nbsp;https://www.wionews.com/videos/us-iran-war-iraqi-oil-production-collapses-with-the-strait-of-hormuz-blocked-1773042256834/embed&nbsp;Meanwhile, Iran has warned that if the enemy continues to hit the country's infrastructure, it would respond with similar strikes in the region. This could raise oil prices to $200 a barrel. The Iran war has continued unabated since starting over a week ago. Trump has warned of further strikes and said "something big" was coming up. While the president earlier said the conflict could last for 4-5 weeks, reports suggest that the Pentagon is preparing for a war that could last seven months. &nbsp;

Israeli strikes on Iranian fuel depots left the US in shock as they had not anticipated how terribly it could unfold. Israel had informed the US about the strikes in advance, but the officials are panicking now, fearing the incident could set fire to oil prices.

Israeli strikes on 30 Iranian fuel depots on Saturday left the United States stunned, according to an Axios report. A US official, an Israeli official and a source with knowledge told the outlet that even though Washington was notified about the strikes before they happened, American officials were surprised to see how widely they spread. According to an Israeli official, the US told Israel, “WTF” after witnessing how much the flames spread. The US is not happy with the attack as it fears it could backfire in its bid to remove the regime. Hitting Israeli strikes on infrastructure serving ordinary Iranians could lead people to start backing the regime. They also fear that the horrifying visuals could create panic and drive up oil prices. Tehran was shrouded in thick smoke after Israel hit the fuel depots, igniting fires visible for miles. Not a good idea to attack oil depots, Trump official said To back the strikes, Israeli Defence Forces (IDF) claimed that the depots are "used by the Iranian regime to supply fuel to different consumers, including its military organs." It added that the strikes were a warning to Israel and deter attacks on Israeli civilian infrastructure. Israel told the US about attacking the fuel depots in advance, but the latter did not anticipate their scale. "We don't think it was a good idea," a senior US official said. A Trump adviser told Axios that the president is not happy with the attack on the depots. They aren't oil production facilities, but US officials are concerned that visuals of depots on fire could trigger panic in the oil market and push prices further up. "The president doesn't like the attack. He wants to save the oil. He doesn't want to burn it. And it reminds people of higher gas prices," the official told the outlet. Also Read: ‘We will not target Iran's energy sector, infrastructure’: US Energy Secretary Chris Wright https://www.wionews.com/videos/us-iran-war-iraqi-oil-production-collapses-with-the-strait-of-hormuz-blocked-1773042256834/embed Meanwhile, Iran has warned that if the enemy continues to hit the country's infrastructure, it would respond with similar strikes in the region. This could raise oil prices to $200 a barrel. The Iran war has continued unabated since starting over a week ago. Trump has warned of further strikes and said "something big" was coming up. While the president earlier said the conflict could last for 4-5 weeks, reports suggest that the Pentagon is preparing for a war that could last seven months.

Israeli strikes on Iranian fuel depots left the US in shock as they had not anticipated how terribly it could unfold. Israel had informed the US about the strikes in advance, but the officials are panicking now, fearing the incident could set fire to oil prices.

'WTF': US left stunned by widespread fire following Israeli attack on Iranian oil depots

As the Iran war escalated and spread to West Asia, Turkey is expected to deploy at least six F-16 fighter jets to northern Cyprus on Monday (March 9). The step is aimed at bolstering the Turkish community in that area.&nbsp;The broadcaster NTV cited a civil aviation official from the breakaway Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus. This came after last week, when two missiles were launched by Iran towards Cyprus. The British Defence Minister, John Healey, told the BBC that the country may not have been the "necessarily" intended target.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-matter-of-relief-no-indian-killed-in-saudi-missile-strike-injured-person-in-hospital-1773025585192">'Matter of relief': No Indian killed in Saudi missile strike, confirms embassy</a>&nbsp;Meanwhile, The Jerusalem Post reported that the missiles were intended to reach Cyprus, but fell short and landed in the water. Healey further revealed that 300 British troops had been stationed near the US military base Iran struck in Bahrain, with some of the soldiers being "several hundred yards away."<h2>32 injured in Bahrain attack</h2>At least 32 people were reported injured after an Iranian drone attack hit the city of Sitra, south of Manama, Bahrain’s official news agency reported. The report cited Bahrain’s Health Ministry and said that four among the injured were in critical condition. It was also reported that children are among the injured and require surgery.<h2>US could escalate Iran war</h2>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/after-a-no-new-wars-campaign-donald-trump-ordered-strikes-on-8-countries-in-just-2-years-1773033428492">After a 'no new wars' campaign, Trump ordered strikes on 8 countries in 2 years</a>&nbsp;Meanwhile, the US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth told CBS News, "We're willing to go as far as we need to in order to be successful. There’ll be a point where they’ll have no choice but to surrender.”&nbsp;"The ability for us to be up over the top and hunting with more conventional munitions, gravity bombs, 500-pound, 1,000-pound, 2,000-pound bombs on military targets - that - we haven't even really begun to start that effort of the campaign, which is gonna showcase even more how-- how we will execute on those objectives," he added.&nbsp;

Amid the escalated military tensions across West Asia during the Iran war, Turkey is expected to deploy at least six F-16 fighter jets to northern Cyprus to bolster the Turkish community in that region. 

As the Iran war escalated and spread to West Asia, Turkey is expected to deploy at least six F-16 fighter jets to northern Cyprus on Monday (March 9). The step is aimed at bolstering the Turkish community in that area. The broadcaster NTV cited a civil aviation official from the breakaway Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus. This came after last week, when two missiles were launched by Iran towards Cyprus. The British Defence Minister, John Healey, told the BBC that the country may not have been the "necessarily" intended target. Also read: 'Matter of relief': No Indian killed in Saudi missile strike, confirms embassy Meanwhile, The Jerusalem Post reported that the missiles were intended to reach Cyprus, but fell short and landed in the water. Healey further revealed that 300 British troops had been stationed near the US military base Iran struck in Bahrain, with some of the soldiers being "several hundred yards away." 32 injured in Bahrain attack At least 32 people were reported injured after an Iranian drone attack hit the city of Sitra, south of Manama, Bahrain’s official news agency reported. The report cited Bahrain’s Health Ministry and said that four among the injured were in critical condition. It was also reported that children are among the injured and require surgery. US could escalate Iran war Also read: After a 'no new wars' campaign, Trump ordered strikes on 8 countries in 2 years Meanwhile, the US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth told CBS News, "We're willing to go as far as we need to in order to be successful. There’ll be a point where they’ll have no choice but to surrender.” "The ability for us to be up over the top and hunting with more conventional munitions, gravity bombs, 500-pound, 1,000-pound, 2,000-pound bombs on military targets - that - we haven't even really begun to start that effort of the campaign, which is gonna showcase even more how-- how we will execute on those objectives," he added.

Amid the escalated military tensions across West Asia during the Iran war, Turkey is expected to deploy at least six F-16 fighter jets to northern Cyprus to bolster the Turkish community in that region.&nbsp;

Turkey to deploy 6 F-16 fighter jets to Cyprus amid Iran war. Details inside

Iran's new Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, has built an extensive portfolio of properties across the world, including at least 13 in London alone that are worth Rs 25 billion. Two of them are in Kensington and are deemed a security risk. 

Iran's new Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, has built an extensive portfolio of properties across the world, including at least 13 in London alone that are worth Rs 25 billion, or Rs 2.500 crore. Two of them are in Kensington and are deemed a security risk.&nbsp;

Iran's new Ayatollah, Mojtaba Khamenei, owns properties worth Rs 2,500 crore in London alone: Report

The spike in oil and natural gas prices from the Iran conflict may seem eerily similar to the 2022 energy crisis. But the economic backdrop now looks very different. In this next report, from the jobs market to monetary policy, we dive into what has changed over the past four years. Take a look.


Israel-Iran War: Is 2022 the Right Playbook for How Iran Crisis Plays Out?

Donald Trump has ordered attacks or issued terrifying ultimatums to at least eight countries in just two years of his tenure as US president. A cover of the TIME magazine is going viral for being a depiction of his brutal actions in foreign countries, some of which had never been attacked before. The cover of the upcoming issue of the magazine accompanies the feature story “Trump's War” and talks about how his MAGA slogan has extended to his foreign policy. The picture shows eight red MAGA caps, but with the names of eight countries, including Iran, Venezuela, Nigeria, Iraq and Syria. The report says that Trump has ordered more individual airstrikes in just 2025 than the past presidents did over four years. The other three countries named on the illustration of the caps include Yemen, Ecuador and Somalia. In his second term as president, Trump has authorised attacks in eight nations.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-tricked-iran-into-believing-idf-was-on-holiday-then-missiles-from-space-killed-khamenei-1772780247757">Israel tricked Iran into believing IDF was on holiday. Then missiles from space killed Khamenei</a><h2>Donald Trump's military action against foreign countries</h2>This includes airstrikes on Houthi-controlled areas in Yemen and joint military operations in Ecuador in the name of hitting "designated terrorist organisations". His biggest operation in 2025 came against Venezuela when he captured President Nicolas Maduro. He ordered Operation Midnight Hammer in June 2025, as part of which Iran’s most critical nuclear sites - Fordo, Natanz, and Isfahan - were targeted. On February 28, the US, together with Israel, launched attacks on Iran once again, this time killing Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Trump's policies have also targeted Somali immigrants, while the US conducted at least 111 airstrikes in Somalia. He also ordered aerial and naval strikes against Houthi radar systems, air defences, and launch sites in Yemen. In Syria, he authorised massive airstrikes comprising over 100 munitions in the first wave alone, targeting ISIS infrastructure. On December 25 and 26, 2025, the US military launched heavy airstrikes in northwest Nigeria, specifically targeting Sokoto State. Trump also authorised "selective military operations" against Iran-aligned militias within Iraq.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/iran-war-could-go-on-till-september-just-like-nostradamus-prophesied-seven-months-great-war-1772777018935">Iran war could go on till September, report suggests, just like Nostradamus prophesied - ‘Seven months great war’</a>&nbsp;https://www.wionews.com/videos/us-israel-war-with-iran-iraqi-oil-production-collapses-with-the-strait-of-hormuz-blocked-1773031485272/embed<h2>Trump's ‘no new wars’ promise</h2>The cover and the article are based on the premise that Trump based his presidential campaign on the promise of “no new wars” and then completely went against it. The TIME cover captures this duality. Meanwhile, the cover has been interpreted in a diametrically opposite manner by his followers and those against his actions. While MAGA supporters see it as a celebration of his accomplishments, others see his interference in eight foreign nations. A user wrote, "Trump delivers. Like him or not, you can’t say this about many other Presidents before him. Kudos to Trump." Another stated, "I love all of the MAGA Cult members who think TIME is praising him here."&nbsp;

Donald Trump has ordered military action against at least eight nations since returning as US president. This, after he promised that the country would not start any new wars under him. A magazine cover showing his duality has gone viral.

Donald Trump has ordered attacks or issued terrifying ultimatums to at least eight countries in just two years of his tenure as US president. A cover of the TIME magazine is going viral for being a depiction of his brutal actions in foreign countries, some of which had never been attacked before. The cover of the upcoming issue of the magazine accompanies the feature story “Trump's War” and talks about how his MAGA slogan has extended to his foreign policy. The picture shows eight red MAGA caps, but with the names of eight countries, including Iran, Venezuela, Nigeria, Iraq and Syria. The report says that Trump has ordered more individual airstrikes in just 2025 than the past presidents did over four years. The other three countries named on the illustration of the caps include Yemen, Ecuador and Somalia. In his second term as president, Trump has authorised attacks in eight nations. Also Read: Israel tricked Iran into believing IDF was on holiday. Then missiles from space killed Khamenei Donald Trump's military action against foreign countries This includes airstrikes on Houthi-controlled areas in Yemen and joint military operations in Ecuador in the name of hitting "designated terrorist organisations". His biggest operation in 2025 came against Venezuela when he captured President Nicolas Maduro. He ordered Operation Midnight Hammer in June 2025, as part of which Iran’s most critical nuclear sites - Fordo, Natanz, and Isfahan - were targeted. On February 28, the US, together with Israel, launched attacks on Iran once again, this time killing Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Trump's policies have also targeted Somali immigrants, while the US conducted at least 111 airstrikes in Somalia. He also ordered aerial and naval strikes against Houthi radar systems, air defences, and launch sites in Yemen. In Syria, he authorised massive airstrikes comprising over 100 munitions in the first wave alone, targeting ISIS infrastructure. On December 25 and 26, 2025, the US military launched heavy airstrikes in northwest Nigeria, specifically targeting Sokoto State. Trump also authorised "selective military operations" against Iran-aligned militias within Iraq. Also Read: Iran war could go on till September, report suggests, just like Nostradamus prophesied - ‘Seven months great war’ https://www.wionews.com/videos/us-israel-war-with-iran-iraqi-oil-production-collapses-with-the-strait-of-hormuz-blocked-1773031485272/embed Trump's ‘no new wars’ promise The cover and the article are based on the premise that Trump based his presidential campaign on the promise of “no new wars” and then completely went against it. The TIME cover captures this duality. Meanwhile, the cover has been interpreted in a diametrically opposite manner by his followers and those against his actions. While MAGA supporters see it as a celebration of his accomplishments, others see his interference in eight foreign nations. A user wrote, "Trump delivers. Like him or not, you can’t say this about many other Presidents before him. Kudos to Trump." Another stated, "I love all of the MAGA Cult members who think TIME is praising him here."

Donald Trump has ordered military action against at least eight nations since returning as US president. This, after he promised that the country would not start any new wars under him. A magazine cover showing his duality has gone viral.

After a 'no new wars' campaign, Donald Trump ordered strikes on 8 countries in just 2 years

As the Iran conflict enters its second week, global energy markets are under intense pressure and analysts are warning of further oil price spikes due to potential supply disruptions. Shares of Saudi Arabia’s oil giant, Saudi Aramco, surged on Sunday - marking their biggest rise since April 2023 - as investors reacted to fears that oil flows could be interrupted by the escalating war and supply routes around the Strait of Hormuz. Aramco’s stock climbed as much as 4.9 %, before settling with strong gains, while Brent crude topped $90 per barrel amid broader market volatility.

Iran War Roils Energy Markets: Saudi Aramco Shares Jump the Most Since April 2023

Just before the Iran war started, two doomsday fish were seen on a beach in Mexico. They were still alive when two American sisters spotted them. This is the first sighting in 2026 after six oarfish made an appearance in the year 2025.

Just before the Iran war started, two doomsday fish were seen on a beach in Mexico. They were still alive when two American sisters spotted them. This is the first sighting in 2026 after six oarfish made an appearance in the year 2025.

Two doomsday fish seen on the same beach right before Iran war started - An ominous sign?

As the Iran–Israel–US war intensifies across the Middle East, regional governments are taking unprecedented steps in the information battle. Officials in Bahrain have issued strict warnings to residents against filming or sharing videos of strike sites — threatening arrests and penalties amid concerns over misinformation and national security.


US-Iran War: Iranian Drone Attack Targets Bahrain Desalination Facility 

French President Emmanuel Macron called his Iranian counterpart Massoud Pezeshkian on Sunday and urged for an immediate halt to regional strikes and reopening the Strait of Hormuz for free navigation. He also raised concerns over Iran’s nuclear programme in his call with the leader in Tehran.&nbsp;“I stressed the need for Iran to immediately cease its strikes against countries in the region,” Macron said in a post on X. He also asked Iran to guarantee freedom of navigation by “putting an end to the de facto closure of the Strait of Hormuz.”&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ukraine-s-experts-to-reach-the-middle-east-help-repel-iranian-drones-zelensky-1772997174566">‘Ukraine’s experts to reach the Middle East, help repel Iranian drones,’ says Zelensky</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;Macron also mentioned the case of the two French nationals, Cécile Kohler and Jacques Paris, who were released from an Iranian prison in November and transferred to the French Embassy in Tehran after more than three years in detention on spying charges. He called for their return to France as an “absolute priority.”&nbsp;Macron expressed deep concern over the development of Iran’s nuclear and ballistic programmes and said a diplomatic solution is necessary.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-next-iran-supreme-leader-won-t-last-long-without-my-approval-says-trump-1772988901230">‘Next Iran supreme leader won’t last long without my approval,’ says Trump</a>&nbsp;Macron is the first Western leader to talk to Iran’s president since the beginning of the war.Both leaders agreed to remain in contact, according to Macron’s post on X.&nbsp;In addition to separate talks with the emirs of Qatar and Kuwait and the presidents of Egypt and Azerbaijan on Sunday, the French president also spoke with President Trump, Macron’s office said.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/idf-attacks-commanders-of-irgc-s-quds-force-in-beirut-claims-4-killed-1772977623803">Israel attacks top commanders of IRGC’s Quds Force in Beirut hotel, five killed</a><h2>7th US service member dies from Iran’s initial attacks</h2>&nbsp;One more US service member has died from injuries sustained during Iran’s initial retaliatory attacks, the US Central Command said Sunday.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-we-will-not-target-iran-s-energy-sector-infrastructure-us-energy-secretary-chris-wright-1772985334423">‘We will not target Iran's energy sector, infrastructure’: US Energy Secretary Chris Wright</a>&nbsp;The service member was seriously wounded during an attack in Saudi Arabia on March 1, CENTCOM said. The identity of the service member will be released following the notification of the next of kin.&nbsp;This is the seventh American service member to be killed in the Middle East since the war in Iran started on February 28.

France’s President Emmanuel Macron also expressed deep concern over the development of Iran’s nuclear and ballistic programs and said a diplomatic solution is necessary. Macron is the first Western leader to talk to Iran’s president since the beginning of the war.

French President Emmanuel Macron called his Iranian counterpart Massoud Pezeshkian on Sunday and urged for an immediate halt to regional strikes and reopening the Strait of Hormuz for free navigation. He also raised concerns over Iran’s nuclear programme in his call with the leader in Tehran. “I stressed the need for Iran to immediately cease its strikes against countries in the region,” Macron said in a post on X. He also asked Iran to guarantee freedom of navigation by “putting an end to the de facto closure of the Strait of Hormuz.” Also Read: ‘Ukraine’s experts to reach the Middle East, help repel Iranian drones,’ says Zelensky Macron also mentioned the case of the two French nationals, Cécile Kohler and Jacques Paris, who were released from an Iranian prison in November and transferred to the French Embassy in Tehran after more than three years in detention on spying charges. He called for their return to France as an “absolute priority.” Macron expressed deep concern over the development of Iran’s nuclear and ballistic programmes and said a diplomatic solution is necessary. Also Read: ‘Next Iran supreme leader won’t last long without my approval,’ says Trump Macron is the first Western leader to talk to Iran’s president since the beginning of the war. Both leaders agreed to remain in contact, according to Macron’s post on X. In addition to separate talks with the emirs of Qatar and Kuwait and the presidents of Egypt and Azerbaijan on Sunday, the French president also spoke with President Trump, Macron’s office said. Also Read: Israel attacks top commanders of IRGC’s Quds Force in Beirut hotel, five killed 7th US service member dies from Iran’s initial attacks One more US service member has died from injuries sustained during Iran’s initial retaliatory attacks, the US Central Command said Sunday. Also Read: ‘We will not target Iran's energy sector, infrastructure’: US Energy Secretary Chris Wright The service member was seriously wounded during an attack in Saudi Arabia on March 1, CENTCOM said. The identity of the service member will be released following the notification of the next of kin. This is the seventh American service member to be killed in the Middle East since the war in Iran started on February 28.

France’s President Emmanuel Macron also expressed deep concern over the development of Iran’s nuclear and ballistic programmes and said a diplomatic solution is necessary. Macron is the first Western leader to talk to Iran’s president since the beginning of the war.

Macron calls Pezeshkian, urges Tehran to halt strikes on neighbours in Gulf

President Volodymyr Zelensky said on Sunday that Ukrainian drone experts will reach Middle East next week and will be “on site” to help the United States and Gulf nations in repelling Iranian drones. “I think that next week, when the experts are on site, they will look at the situation and help,” said Zelensky, who is seeking US air defence missiles in exchange for drone expertise, in a press conference when being asked how Ukraine will help the US and Gulf states in repelling Iranian drones.&nbsp;Zelensky said earlier this week that Ukraine is ready to provide drone interceptors in exchange for missiles, though he did not specify which countries could be involved.He further said that Ukraine is willing to share its expertise with countries facing Iranian attacks to help protect civilians and oil infrastructure in the Middle East.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-next-iran-supreme-leader-won-t-last-long-without-my-approval-says-trump-1772988901230">‘Next Iran supreme leader won’t last long without my approval,’ says Trump</a>&nbsp;“We received a request from the United States for specific support in protection against ‘Shaheds’ in the Middle East region,” Zelensky said on Thursday.&nbsp;Since 2022 Kyiv has developed a complex and multi-layered air defence system against Russian drones and is tackling them with domestically developed interceptors.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/idf-attacks-commanders-of-irgc-s-quds-force-in-beirut-claims-4-killed-1772977623803">Israel attacks top commanders of IRGC’s Quds Force in Beirut hotel, five killed</a>&nbsp;According to Ukraine’s Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrskyi, over 70% of all Shahed-type drones targeting the capital and the Kyiv region were shot down by interceptors in February.&nbsp;<h2>US Central Command issues safety warning for civilians in Iran</h2>&nbsp;US Central Command issued a safety warning to civilians in Iran on Sunday, saying the “terrorist regime blatantly disregards the safety of innocent people.”“This dangerous decision risks the lives of all civilians in Iran since locations used for military purposes lose protected status and could become legitimate military targets under international law,” the statement said.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-we-will-not-target-iran-s-energy-sector-infrastructure-us-energy-secretary-chris-wright-1772985334423">‘We will not target Iran's energy sector, infrastructure’: US Energy Secretary Chris Wright</a>&nbsp;Central Command said the US military “takes every feasible precaution to minimize harm to civilians but cannot guarantee civilian safety in or near facilities used by the Iranian regime for military purposes.”“The Iranian regime is using heavily populated civilian areas to conduct military operations, including launching one-way attack drones and ballistic missiles,” the statement said.The war between Iran and Israel and the United States is now in its ninth day, with no end to the fighting in sight.

President Volodymyr Zelensky said that Ukraine is willing to share its expertise with countries facing Iranian attacks to help protect civilians and oil infrastructure in the Middle East. Zelensky said Ukraine is ready to provide drone interceptors in exchange for missiles.

President Volodymyr Zelensky said on Sunday that Ukrainian drone experts will reach Middle East next week and will be “on site” to help the United States and Gulf nations in repelling Iranian drones. “I think that next week, when the experts are on site, they will look at the situation and help,” said Zelensky, who is seeking US air defence missiles in exchange for drone expertise, in a press conference when being asked how Ukraine will help the US and Gulf states in repelling Iranian drones. Zelensky said earlier this week that Ukraine is ready to provide drone interceptors in exchange for missiles, though he did not specify which countries could be involved. He further said that Ukraine is willing to share its expertise with countries facing Iranian attacks to help protect civilians and oil infrastructure in the Middle East. Also Read: ‘Next Iran supreme leader won’t last long without my approval,’ says Trump “We received a request from the United States for specific support in protection against ‘Shaheds’ in the Middle East region,” Zelensky said on Thursday. Since 2022 Kyiv has developed a complex and multi-layered air defence system against Russian drones and is tackling them with domestically developed interceptors. Also Read: Israel attacks top commanders of IRGC’s Quds Force in Beirut hotel, five killed According to Ukraine’s Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrskyi, over 70% of all Shahed-type drones targeting the capital and the Kyiv region were shot down by interceptors in February. US Central Command issues safety warning for civilians in Iran US Central Command issued a safety warning to civilians in Iran on Sunday, saying the “terrorist regime blatantly disregards the safety of innocent people.” “This dangerous decision risks the lives of all civilians in Iran since locations used for military purposes lose protected status and could become legitimate military targets under international law,” the statement said. Also Read: ‘We will not target Iran's energy sector, infrastructure’: US Energy Secretary Chris Wright Central Command said the US military “takes every feasible precaution to minimize harm to civilians but cannot guarantee civilian safety in or near facilities used by the Iranian regime for military purposes.” “The Iranian regime is using heavily populated civilian areas to conduct military operations, including launching one-way attack drones and ballistic missiles,” the statement said. The war between Iran and Israel and the United States is now in its ninth day, with no end to the fighting in sight.

President Volodymyr Zelensky said that Ukraine is willing to share its expertise with countries facing Iranian attacks to help protect civilians and oil infrastructure in the Middle East. Zelensky said Ukraine is ready to provide drone interceptors in exchange for missiles.

‘Ukraine’s experts to reach the Middle East, help repel Iranian drones,’ says Zelensky

Iran has launched a massive wave of drones and ballistic missiles targeting several Gulf countries as the U.S.–Iran war intensifies. Attacks have been reported toward the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Kuwait, and Saudi Arabia, with many missiles and drones intercepted by regional air-defense systems.

Gulf States In The Crosshairs Of US-Iran War 

US President Donald Trump said on Sunday that the next supreme leader of Iran “is not going to last long” if Tehran does not get his approval first. “He’s going to have to get approval from us,” Trump told ABC News.&nbsp;“If he doesn’t get approval from us he’s not going to last long,” Trump said, adding, “We want to make sure that we don’t have to go back every 10 years, when you don’t have a president like me that’s not going to do it.”&nbsp;&nbsp;Trump’s comments came as the Iranian clerical body responsible for choosing the successor to slain Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei was reported to have selected a nominee and had to announce the name.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-we-will-not-target-iran-s-energy-sector-infrastructure-us-energy-secretary-chris-wright-1772985334423">‘We will not target Iran's energy sector, infrastructure’: US Energy Secretary Chris Wright</a>&nbsp;Trump further said, “I don’t want people to have to go back in five years and have to do the same thing again or worse let them have a nuclear weapon.”&nbsp;When asked if he would be willing to approve someone with ties to the old regime, Trump replied, “I would, in order to choose a good leader, I would, yeah, I would. There are numerous people that could qualify.”Seeming to offer yet another justification for this war, Trump said Iran was planning to take over the entire Middle East, and suggested he stopped them from doing so.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/idf-attacks-commanders-of-irgc-s-quds-force-in-beirut-claims-4-killed-1772977623803">IDF attacks commanders of IRGC’s Quds Force in Beirut, claims 4 killed</a>&nbsp;“They are a paper tiger. They weren’t a paper tiger a week ago, I’ll tell you. And they were going to attack,” he said. “Their plan was to attack the entire Middle East, to take over the entire Middle East.”The US president also did not rule out sending in special forces to seize Iran’s enriched uranium, saying, “Everything is on the table. Everything.”&nbsp;A senior Trump administration official told reporters last week that Iran has enriched enough uranium to get to weapons-grade material in 10 days or less.Much of the uranium is believed to be held at the sites bombed during Operation Midnight Hammer—Natanz, Isfahan, and Fordow.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-s-military-warns-it-will-pursue-iran-s-next-supreme-leader-successors-1772972968321">Israel’s military warns it will ‘pursue’ Iran’s next supreme leader, successors</a>&nbsp;“In theory, if we had physical control of that territory, if we had physical control of those places where it’s located, we could send our people in and dilute it,” the official said.&nbsp;Trump said he wouldn’t predict how long the war would last when pressed on a timeline.“I don’t know. I never predict. All I can say is we are ahead of schedule both in terms of lethality and in terms of time,” he said.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-selects-its-new-supreme-leader-amid-raging-war-with-us-israel-1772961973135">Iran selects its new supreme leader amid raging war with US, Israel</a>&nbsp;Iran was preparing to reveal its new supreme leader on Sunday.“The vote to appoint the leader has taken place, and the leader has been chosen,” said Ahmad Alamolhoda, a member of the Assembly of Experts, as quoted by Iran’s Mehr news agency.Alamolhoda said the secretariat of the body would announce the name later. Other assembly members confirmed a decision was made, with one suggesting the son of the late leader would take the post.

A senior Trump administration official told reporters that Iran has enriched enough uranium to get to weapons-grade material in 10 days or less. Much of the uranium is believed to be held at the sites bombed during Operation Midnight Hammer—Natanz, Isfahan, and Fordow.

US President Donald Trump said on Sunday that the next supreme leader of Iran “is not going to last long” if Tehran does not get his approval first. “He’s going to have to get approval from us,” Trump told ABC News. “If he doesn’t get approval from us he’s not going to last long,” Trump said, adding, “We want to make sure that we don’t have to go back every 10 years, when you don’t have a president like me that’s not going to do it.” Trump’s comments came as the Iranian clerical body responsible for choosing the successor to slain Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei was reported to have selected a nominee and had to announce the name. Also Read: ‘We will not target Iran's energy sector, infrastructure’: US Energy Secretary Chris Wright Trump further said, “I don’t want people to have to go back in five years and have to do the same thing again or worse let them have a nuclear weapon.” When asked if he would be willing to approve someone with ties to the old regime, Trump replied, “I would, in order to choose a good leader, I would, yeah, I would. There are numerous people that could qualify.” Seeming to offer yet another justification for this war, Trump said Iran was planning to take over the entire Middle East, and suggested he stopped them from doing so. Also Read: IDF attacks commanders of IRGC’s Quds Force in Beirut, claims 4 killed “They are a paper tiger. They weren’t a paper tiger a week ago, I’ll tell you. And they were going to attack,” he said. “Their plan was to attack the entire Middle East, to take over the entire Middle East.” The US president also did not rule out sending in special forces to seize Iran’s enriched uranium, saying, “Everything is on the table. Everything.” A senior Trump administration official told reporters last week that Iran has enriched enough uranium to get to weapons-grade material in 10 days or less. Much of the uranium is believed to be held at the sites bombed during Operation Midnight Hammer—Natanz, Isfahan, and Fordow. Also Read: Israel’s military warns it will ‘pursue’ Iran’s next supreme leader, successors “In theory, if we had physical control of that territory, if we had physical control of those places where it’s located, we could send our people in and dilute it,” the official said. Trump said he wouldn’t predict how long the war would last when pressed on a timeline. “I don’t know. I never predict. All I can say is we are ahead of schedule both in terms of lethality and in terms of time,” he said. Also Read: Iran selects its new supreme leader amid raging war with US, Israel Iran was preparing to reveal its new supreme leader on Sunday. “The vote to appoint the leader has taken place, and the leader has been chosen,” said Ahmad Alamolhoda, a member of the Assembly of Experts, as quoted by Iran’s Mehr news agency. Alamolhoda said the secretariat of the body would announce the name later. Other assembly members confirmed a decision was made, with one suggesting the son of the late leader would take the post.

A senior Trump administration official told reporters that Iran has enriched enough uranium to get to weapons-grade material in 10 days or less. Much of the uranium is believed to be held at the sites bombed during Operation Midnight Hammer—Natanz, Isfahan, and Fordow.

‘Next Iran supreme leader won’t last long without my approval,’ says Trump

The US Energy Secretary Chris Wright said on Sunday that the United States will not target Iran’s energy infrastructure in its ongoing war with the Islamic Republic and added that the disruptions in the petroleum and gas industry will be short-lived. Referring to the attacks on oil storage facilities in and around Tehran, the US energy secretary told CNN, “These are Israeli strikes, these are local fuel depots to fill up the gas tank.”&nbsp;Israel attacked oil storage facilities on Saturday in and around Tehran, sparking huge fires in the first such attacks reported since the war started last weekend. Wright downplayed the strikes on the fuel depots in Tehran, saying, “The US is targeting zero energy infrastructure. There are no plans to target Iran’s oil industry, their natural gas industry, or anything about their energy industry.”&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/idf-attacks-commanders-of-irgc-s-quds-force-in-beirut-claims-4-killed-1772977623803">IDF attacks commanders of IRGC’s Quds Force in Beirut, claims 4 killed</a>&nbsp;As oil prices rise dramatically, Wright told CNN that disruptions to the petroleum and gas industry will be short-lived; “worst case, that’s a few weeks. That’s not months.”&nbsp;The ongoing Iran War has almost shut down the Strait of Hormuz, through which nearly 20 per cent of the world’s crude oil and about 20 per cent of liquefied natural gas transit.&nbsp;The supply disruption is pinching energy markets, and oil prices have shot up.&nbsp;Iran accounts for about 4 per cent of world oil production, according to the US Energy Information Administration.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-s-military-warns-it-will-pursue-iran-s-next-supreme-leader-successors-1772972968321">Israel’s military warns it will ‘pursue’ Iran’s next supreme leader, successors</a><h2>‘Attacks on fuel storage nothing less than chemical warfare’</h2>&nbsp;Meanwhile, Esmaeil Baqaei, spokesperson for Iran’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, accused the US and Israel of taking the war to a dangerous new phase with deliberate strikes on Iran’s energy infrastructure. He alleged that the attacks on fuel storage facilities amount to nothing less than intentional chemical warfare against the Iranian citizens.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-selects-its-new-supreme-leader-amid-raging-war-with-us-israel-1772961973135">Iran selects its new supreme leader amid raging war with US, Israel</a>&nbsp;In a post on X, Baqaei said, “The U.S.-Israeli criminal war against the Iranian nation has entered a dangerous new phase with deliberate strikes on Iran's energy infrastructure. These attacks on fuel storage facilities amount to nothing less than intentional chemical warfare against the Iranian citizens.”&nbsp;“By targeting fuel depots, the aggressors are releasing hazardous materials and toxic substances into the air, poisoning civilians, devastating the environment, and endangering lives on a massive scale. The consequences of this environmental and humanitarian catastrophe will not be confined within Iran’s borders,” he added.&nbsp;

The ongoing war has almost shut down the Strait of Hormuz, through which nearly 20 per cent of the world’s crude oil and liquefied natural gas transit. Iran accounts for about 4 per cent of world oil production. The supply disruption is pinching energy markets, and oil prices have shot up.

The US Energy Secretary Chris Wright said on Sunday that the United States will not target Iran’s energy infrastructure in its ongoing war with the Islamic Republic and added that the disruptions in the petroleum and gas industry will be short-lived. Referring to the attacks on oil storage facilities in and around Tehran, the US energy secretary told CNN, “These are Israeli strikes, these are local fuel depots to fill up the gas tank.” Israel attacked oil storage facilities on Saturday in and around Tehran, sparking huge fires in the first such attacks reported since the war started last weekend. Wright downplayed the strikes on the fuel depots in Tehran, saying, “The US is targeting zero energy infrastructure. There are no plans to target Iran’s oil industry, their natural gas industry, or anything about their energy industry.” Also Read: IDF attacks commanders of IRGC’s Quds Force in Beirut, claims 4 killed As oil prices rise dramatically, Wright told CNN that disruptions to the petroleum and gas industry will be short-lived; “worst case, that’s a few weeks. That’s not months.” The ongoing Iran War has almost shut down the Strait of Hormuz, through which nearly 20 per cent of the world’s crude oil and about 20 per cent of liquefied natural gas transit. The supply disruption is pinching energy markets, and oil prices have shot up. Iran accounts for about 4 per cent of world oil production, according to the US Energy Information Administration. Also Read: Israel’s military warns it will ‘pursue’ Iran’s next supreme leader, successors ‘Attacks on fuel storage nothing less than chemical warfare’ Meanwhile, Esmaeil Baqaei, spokesperson for Iran’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, accused the US and Israel of taking the war to a dangerous new phase with deliberate strikes on Iran’s energy infrastructure. He alleged that the attacks on fuel storage facilities amount to nothing less than intentional chemical warfare against the Iranian citizens. Also Read: Iran selects its new supreme leader amid raging war with US, Israel In a post on X, Baqaei said, “The U.S.-Israeli criminal war against the Iranian nation has entered a dangerous new phase with deliberate strikes on Iran's energy infrastructure. These attacks on fuel storage facilities amount to nothing less than intentional chemical warfare against the Iranian citizens.” “By targeting fuel depots, the aggressors are releasing hazardous materials and toxic substances into the air, poisoning civilians, devastating the environment, and endangering lives on a massive scale. The consequences of this environmental and humanitarian catastrophe will not be confined within Iran’s borders,” he added.

The ongoing war has almost shut down the Strait of Hormuz, through which nearly 20 per cent of the world’s crude oil and liquefied natural gas transit. Iran accounts for about 4 per cent of world oil production. The supply disruption is pinching energy markets, and oil prices have shot up.

‘We will not target Iran's energy sector, infrastructure’: US Energy Secretary Chris Wright

The United States and Israel’s strikes on Iran have put unprecedented stress on Western alliances — especially within North Atlantic Treaty Organization and among European governments. While Washington pushes its campaign against Tehran, many European leaders are resisting calls to join offensive operations, focusing instead on defense, diplomacy, and avoiding broader conflict.

European capitals have issued measured statements condemning Iranian attacks and underscoring the need for restraint and a negotiated solution, rather than deeper military engagement. Some NATO members have strengthened defensive postures and missile defenses to protect allied territory, but have stopped short of committing troops or joining strikes.

US Strikes Iran But European Allies Choose Defence Over War: NATO Split Over Tehran 

As the war with Iran continues, Tehran’s Assembly of Experts — the powerful clerical body responsible for selecting Iran’s next supreme leader — has reportedly reached a majority consensus on a successor to the late Ali Khamenei.

Although the name hasn’t been officially announced, multiple sources say Mojtaba Khamenei, the son of the slain leader, is being touted as the most likely candidate to assume the country’s highest political and religious authority.


Iran's Next Supreme Leader Decided: Khamenei's Son Mojtaba, Touted As Possible Successor

Trump administration is facing mounting questions over how far the United States will go in the escalating war against Iran — including whether American ground forces could be sent into Tehran.

While Trump insists ground troops are not currently being considered, he refuses to rule out future deployment if deemed necessary, saying moving them in would require a “very good reason.” This comes as U.S. and Israel strikes intensify, Iranian retaliation continues, and concerns mount about broader Middle East escalation.

US-Israel At War With Iran: Trump Unsure Of Sending Troops To Tehran? 

The war between the US and Iran has entered an even more volatile phase, marked by sharp rhetoric and escalating political stakes. A fresh exchange of words between US President Donald Trump and Iran’s top security official Ali Larijani illustrates just how tense the situation has become following the death of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.&nbsp;Khamenei was killed on February 28, the first day of the ongoing conflict between Iran and the US–Israel alliance. His death marked a historic moment for the Islamic Republic, triggering political upheaval within the country and igniting calls for revenge from its leadership. Among the loudest voices has been Larijani, who vowed that Iran would “relentlessly avenge the blood of our Leader and our people.” In a message posted on social media platform X, he warned that Trump would “pay the price” for the strikes that killed Khamenei.&nbsp;“Trump got a taste of what happened in Venezuela and liked it, thinking he could quickly do the same in Iran. Now he’s stuck,” Larijani said. He added, “We will not leave him alone. He must pay the price for what he did. He killed our leader and martyred more than 1,000 of our people. This is not a simple matter.”&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-today-iran-will-be-hit-very-hard-trump-warns-says-pezeshkian-apologised-because-tehran-s-being-beaten-to-hell-1772884575098">‘Today, Iran will be hit very hard’: Trump warns, says Pezeshkian apologised because Tehran’s ‘being beaten to HELL’</a><h2>What did Trump say in response?</h2>Trump’s response was characteristically blunt. Speaking to CBS News, the US president dismissed Larijani’s warning, saying he “could not care less.” He added that he did not even know who Larijani was and claimed the Iranian official had “already been defeated.” Trump also brushed aside criticism from other Iranian leaders, calling their statements weak and insisting that Tehran’s influence in the region was fading.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-you-re-going-to-work-your-a-off-uber-ceo-on-work-life-balance-expects-employees-to-reply-emails-on-weekends-1772896459712">‘You’re going to work your a** off’: Uber CEO on work-life balance, expects employees to reply emails on weekends</a>&nbsp;

Iran’s security chief Ali Larijani vowed revenge for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei’s killing in US-Israeli strikes, warning Donald Trump would “pay the price.” Trump dismissed the threat, saying he “could not care less.”

The war between the US and Iran has entered an even more volatile phase, marked by sharp rhetoric and escalating political stakes. A fresh exchange of words between US President Donald Trump and Iran’s top security official Ali Larijani illustrates just how tense the situation has become following the death of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Khamenei was killed on February 28, the first day of the ongoing conflict between Iran and the US–Israel alliance. His death marked a historic moment for the Islamic Republic, triggering political upheaval within the country and igniting calls for revenge from its leadership. Among the loudest voices has been Larijani, who vowed that Iran would “relentlessly avenge the blood of our Leader and our people.” In a message posted on social media platform X, he warned that Trump would “pay the price” for the strikes that killed Khamenei. “Trump got a taste of what happened in Venezuela and liked it, thinking he could quickly do the same in Iran. Now he’s stuck,” Larijani said. He added, “We will not leave him alone. He must pay the price for what he did. He killed our leader and martyred more than 1,000 of our people. This is not a simple matter.” Also read: ‘Today, Iran will be hit very hard’: Trump warns, says Pezeshkian apologised because Tehran’s ‘being beaten to HELL’ What did Trump say in response? Trump’s response was characteristically blunt. Speaking to CBS News, the US president dismissed Larijani’s warning, saying he “could not care less.” He added that he did not even know who Larijani was and claimed the Iranian official had “already been defeated.” Trump also brushed aside criticism from other Iranian leaders, calling their statements weak and insisting that Tehran’s influence in the region was fading. Also read: ‘You’re going to work your a** off’: Uber CEO on work-life balance, expects employees to reply emails on weekends

Iran’s security chief, Ali Larijani, vowed revenge for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei’s killing in US-Israeli strikes, warning Donald Trump would “pay the price.” Trump dismissed the threat, saying he “could not care less.”

'Could not care less': Trump replies to Khamenei’s top advisor's threat amid Iran war

As the war in West Asia rages, the United States and Israel have targeted five oil facilities with overnight strikes in and near Iran’s capital. Video shared on social media showed massive fires in several parts of Tehran, with smoke blanketing the city. This comes as the conflict in the region widens, with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian vowing that his country will not surrender despite US President Donald Trump’s repeated threats. Meanwhile, a toxic rain warning has been issued in the country following the explosions.“Last night, four oil depots and a petroleum products transport centre in Tehran and the Alborz were attacked by enemy aircraft,” the CEO of the National Iranian Oil Products Distribution Company, Keramat Veyskarami, told Iranian state TV on Sunday (Mar 8). He added that Iran’s oil depots had “sufficient gasoline reserves”.“Four of our personnel, including two oil tanker drivers, were killed in the incident,” he said, adding that the facilities were damaged but the “fire was brought under control.”

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Fires still burning at <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Iran?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Iran</a>&#39;s Shahran oil depot in <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Tehran?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Tehran</a> after overnight <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/US?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#US</a> and <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Israeli?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Israeli</a> strikes <a href="https://t.co/ziUrD84qmY">pic.twitter.com/ziUrD84qmY</a>&mdash; Cryptọ Wọọɗyz (@CryptoWoodyz) <a href="https://twitter.com/CryptoWoodyz/status/2030568862287077786?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 8, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">CRAZY FOOTAGE 🔴 Apocalyptic scenes coming out of Tehran right now <a href="https://t.co/VVejLZfaVq">pic.twitter.com/VVejLZfaVq</a>&mdash; Open Source Intel (@Osint613) <a href="https://twitter.com/Osint613/status/2030405527272837219?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 7, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">WATCH: 🔴 Oil is reportedly flowing into the sewers as fires burn across parts of the streets in Tehran, Iran. This comes as the U.S. and Israel conducted airstrikes across the capital. <a href="https://t.co/0TjpjBmCha">pic.twitter.com/0TjpjBmCha</a>&mdash; Open Source Intel (@Osint613) <a href="https://twitter.com/Osint613/status/2030442212245319780?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 8, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Massive destruction at Tehran’s oil storage facilities. <a href="https://t.co/Kdc3pmL2W0">pic.twitter.com/Kdc3pmL2W0</a>&mdash; Open Source Intel (@Osint613) <a href="https://twitter.com/Osint613/status/2030380987742339085?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 7, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

According to an AFP report, residents reported the smell of burning ligering in the air. Many people in Tehran said that the air appeared dark even as the sun rose, and there was rainfall in the city.<h2>Acid rain warning in Tehran</h2>The Iranian Red Crescent has warned of acid rain in Tehran due to the release of toxins in the air following oil depot explosions. It said that the blasts have resulted in the release of “significant quantities of toxic hydrocarbon compounds, sulfur, and nitrogen oxides” in the air.“In the event of precipitation, the resulting rain is extremely dangerous and highly acidic,” it said in a statement, cautioning residents of skin burns and severe lung damage.Iran’s environmental authorities have urged people to remain indoors to avoid respiratory issues and other health problems.On February 28, the US and Israeli military launched strikes on Iran, killing Iran’s supreme leader Ali Khamenei and several other top Iranian officials. The operation was named ‘Epic Fury’ by the US and ‘Lion’s Roar’ by Israel. The attacks came amid heightened tensions between Washington and Tehran and ongoing talks over Iran’s nuclear program. In retaliation, Iran launched attacks on Israel and US military bases in the region, including in Bahrain, Kuwait, the UAE, Iraq, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Jordan, and Azerbaijan.Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing conflicts in West Asia involving Israel, Iran, the US, Gulf nations and non-state actors like Hezbollah, Hamas, Houthis, Islamic State, and others. Claims and counterclaims, disinformation and misinformation are being made online and offline. Given this context, WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, social media posts, photos and videos.

US and Israeli strikes hit oil facilities in Tehran, killing four and sparking massive fires. Toxic fumes raised fears of dangerous acid rain, prompting Iranian authorities to urge residents to stay indoors.

As the war in West Asia rages, the United States and Israel have targeted five oil facilities with overnight strikes in and near Iran’s capital. Video shared on social media showed massive fires in several parts of Tehran, with smoke blanketing the city. This comes as the conflict in the region widens, with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian vowing that his country will not surrender despite US President Donald Trump’s repeated threats. Meanwhile, a toxic rain warning has been issued in the country following the explosions. “Last night, four oil depots and a petroleum products transport centre in Tehran and the Alborz were attacked by enemy aircraft,” the CEO of the National Iranian Oil Products Distribution Company, Keramat Veyskarami, told Iranian state TV on Sunday (Mar 8). He added that Iran’s oil depots had “sufficient gasoline reserves”. “Four of our personnel, including two oil tanker drivers, were killed in the incident,” he said, adding that the facilities were damaged but the “fire was brought under control.”

US and Israeli strikes hit oil facilities in Tehran, killing four and sparking massive fires. Toxic fumes raised fears of dangerous acid rain, prompting Iranian authorities to urge residents to stay indoors.

Toxic acid rain warning in Iran? Tehran burns after US, Israel strikes on oil facilities | VIDEO

U.S. President Donald Trump has reportedly made a U-turn on a potential Kurdish offensive, saying he does not want Kurdish forces entering the ongoing conflict.

According to the remarks, Trump indicated that Kurdish involvement could widen the war and complicate the already volatile situation in the region. The shift suggests Washington may be seeking to prevent the conflict from expanding further.

The comments come as tensions continue to escalate across the Middle East, with multiple actors monitoring whether new forces could be drawn into the war.

Trump's U-Turn: Don't Want Kurds Involved in Iran War | Turkey Objects to Conflict on Ethnic Lines

US President Donald Trump has issued a strong warning as tensions with Iran continue to escalate. Donald Trump stated that the United States is "not looking to settle," despite indications that Iran may be seeking negotiations.


US-Iran War | Trump: We Are Not Looking To Settle With Iran

The Iranian body, tasked with selecting the new supreme leader of the Islamic Republic, said that it has reached a decision on Sunday (Mar 8). However, the members have not announced the name of the new leader yet. This comes after US President Donald Trump suggested that he wanted a role in the selection of the country’s leadership, saying that he had some names in mind for a “good leader”. Tehran has rejected Trump’s demands, while its military vowed to target “any successor and anyone seeking to appoint one”.“The most suitable candidate, approved by the majority of the Assembly of Experts, has been determined,” said Mohsen Heydari, a member of the selection body who represents Khuzestan province, according to Iran's ISNA news agency.Mohammad Mehdi Mirbagheri, another member of the body confirmed that “a firm opinion reflecting the majority view has been reached,” according to a video carried by Iran’s Fars news agency.The members have said that the secretariat of the body will announce the name later.This comes after the US and Israeli forces on February 28 launched strikes on Iran, killing Iran’s supreme leader Ali Khamenei and several other top Iranian officials. The operation was named ‘Epic Fury’ by the US and ‘Lion’s Roar’ by Israel. The attacks came amid heightened tensions between Washington and Tehran and ongoing talks over Iran’s nuclear program. In retaliation, Iran launched attacks on Israel and US military bases in the region, including in Bahrain, Kuwait, the UAE, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and Jordan.Meanwhile, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on Sunday (Mar 8) said that his country “will be forced to respond” if a neighbouring nation attacks or attempts to invade Iran. In a statement aired on the state TV, Pezeshkian added that the Iranian regime does not have a dispute with its neighbours, nor does it wish harm to its people, but would respond out of necessity.This comes a day after Pezeshkian apologised to Gulf nations, saying that his country will not target its neighbours unless attacked. However, just hours later, Iran’s hardline judiciary chief Gholamhossein Mohseni Ejei, who is also a member of the interim leadership council, said on Saturday that the Islamic Republic would continue targeting its regional neighbours, offering its enemies “points... used in aggression against our country”.Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing conflicts in West Asia involving Israel, Iran, the US, Gulf nations and non-state actors like Hezbollah, Hamas, Houthis, Islamic State, and others. Claims and counterclaims, disinformation and misinformation are being made online and offline. Given this context, WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, social media posts, photos and videos.

Iran’s Assembly of Experts said it has chosen the most suitable candidate as the country’s new supreme leader, but the name has not yet been announced. The decision was approved by a majority of the body’s members.

The Iranian body, tasked with selecting the new supreme leader of the Islamic Republic, said that it has reached a decision on Sunday (Mar 8). However, the members have not announced the name of the new leader yet. This comes after US President Donald Trump suggested that he wanted a role in the selection of the country’s leadership, saying that he had some names in mind for a “good leader”. Tehran has rejected Trump’s demands, while its military vowed to target “any successor and anyone seeking to appoint one”. “The most suitable candidate, approved by the majority of the Assembly of Experts, has been determined,” said Mohsen Heydari, a member of the selection body who represents Khuzestan province, according to Iran's ISNA news agency. Mohammad Mehdi Mirbagheri, another member of the body confirmed that “a firm opinion reflecting the majority view has been reached,” according to a video carried by Iran’s Fars news agency. The members have said that the secretariat of the body will announce the name later. This comes after the US and Israeli forces on February 28 launched strikes on Iran, killing Iran’s supreme leader Ali Khamenei and several other top Iranian officials. The operation was named ‘Epic Fury’ by the US and ‘Lion’s Roar’ by Israel. The attacks came amid heightened tensions between Washington and Tehran and ongoing talks over Iran’s nuclear program. In retaliation, Iran launched attacks on Israel and US military bases in the region, including in Bahrain, Kuwait, the UAE, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and Jordan. Meanwhile, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on Sunday (Mar 8) said that his country “will be forced to respond” if a neighbouring nation attacks or attempts to invade Iran. In a statement aired on the state TV, Pezeshkian added that the Iranian regime does not have a dispute with its neighbours, nor does it wish harm to its people, but would respond out of necessity. This comes a day after Pezeshkian apologised to Gulf nations, saying that his country will not target its neighbours unless attacked. However, just hours later, Iran’s hardline judiciary chief Gholamhossein Mohseni Ejei, who is also a member of the interim leadership council, said on Saturday that the Islamic Republic would continue targeting its regional neighbours, offering its enemies “points... used in aggression against our country”. Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing conflicts in West Asia involving Israel, Iran, the US, Gulf nations and non-state actors like Hezbollah, Hamas, Houthis, Islamic State, and others. Claims and counterclaims, disinformation and misinformation are being made online and offline. Given this context, WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, social media posts, photos and videos.

Iran’s Assembly of Experts said it has chosen the most suitable candidate as the country’s new supreme leader, but the name has not yet been announced. The decision was approved by a majority of the body’s members.

Iran selects its new supreme leader amid raging war with US, Israel

Jakarta’s foreign ministry on Saturday (Mar 7) said that three Indonesian crew members were missing after a United Arab Emirates-flagged tugboat sank in the Strait of Hormuz on Friday (Mar 6). The ministry added that a search was underway by the local authorities. An explosion occurred on Musaffah 2, following which the vessel caught fire and sank in the passage, which is blocked by Iran amid war with the United States and Israel. The incident is under investigation by the local authorities, the statement added.“One Indonesian survivor is currently receiving burn treatment at a hospital in the city of Khasab, Oman. The other three Indonesians are still being searched for by the local authorities,” the ministry said Saturday.Amid the escalating tension in West Asia, several vessels have been targeted while passing through the Strait of Hormuz. Iran has shut down the Strait of Hormuz and warned that any vessel attempting to pass could be targeted and set on fire, with several oil tankers being hit in recent days. However, the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) on Thursday (Mar 5) said that the passage is closed to vessels from the United States, Israel, Europe and their Western allies. The Strait of Hormuz is the only maritime outlet for ports located in the Persian Gulf. Its blockage has significantly affected global energy supply, triggering a sharp rise in oil prices.On February 28, the US and Israeli military launched strikes on Iran, killing Iran’s supreme leader Ali Khamenei and several other top Iranian officials. The operation was named ‘Epic Fury’ by the US and ‘Lion’s Roar’ by Israel. The attacks came amid heightened tensions between Washington and Tehran and ongoing talks over Iran’s nuclear program. In retaliation, Iran launched attacks on Israel and US military bases in the region, including in Bahrain, Kuwait, the UAE, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and Jordan.Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing conflicts in West Asia involving Israel, Iran, the US, Gulf nations and non-state actors like Hezbollah, Hamas, Houthis, Islamic State, and others. Claims and counterclaims, disinformation and misinformation are being made online and offline. Given this context, WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, social media posts, photos and videos.

Three Indonesian crew members are missing after a UAE-flagged tugboat sank in the Strait of Hormuz following an explosion and fire. One survivor with burns is being treated in Oman as authorities continue search operations.

Jakarta’s foreign ministry on Saturday (Mar 7) said that three Indonesian crew members were missing after a United Arab Emirates-flagged tugboat sank in the Strait of Hormuz on Friday (Mar 6). The ministry added that a search was underway by the local authorities. An explosion occurred on Musaffah 2, following which the vessel caught fire and sank in the passage, which is blocked by Iran amid war with the United States and Israel. The incident is under investigation by the local authorities, the statement added. “One Indonesian survivor is currently receiving burn treatment at a hospital in the city of Khasab, Oman. The other three Indonesians are still being searched for by the local authorities,” the ministry said Saturday. Amid the escalating tension in West Asia, several vessels have been targeted while passing through the Strait of Hormuz. Iran has shut down the Strait of Hormuz and warned that any vessel attempting to pass could be targeted and set on fire, with several oil tankers being hit in recent days. However, the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) on Thursday (Mar 5) said that the passage is closed to vessels from the United States, Israel, Europe and their Western allies. The Strait of Hormuz is the only maritime outlet for ports located in the Persian Gulf. Its blockage has significantly affected global energy supply, triggering a sharp rise in oil prices. On February 28, the US and Israeli military launched strikes on Iran, killing Iran’s supreme leader Ali Khamenei and several other top Iranian officials. The operation was named ‘Epic Fury’ by the US and ‘Lion’s Roar’ by Israel. The attacks came amid heightened tensions between Washington and Tehran and ongoing talks over Iran’s nuclear program. In retaliation, Iran launched attacks on Israel and US military bases in the region, including in Bahrain, Kuwait, the UAE, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and Jordan. Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing conflicts in West Asia involving Israel, Iran, the US, Gulf nations and non-state actors like Hezbollah, Hamas, Houthis, Islamic State, and others. Claims and counterclaims, disinformation and misinformation are being made online and offline. Given this context, WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, social media posts, photos and videos.

Three Indonesian crew members are missing after a UAE-flagged tugboat sank in the Strait of Hormuz following an explosion and fire. One survivor with burns is being treated in Oman as authorities continue search operations.

UAE tugboat sinks in Strait of Hormuz; 3 Indonesian crew members missing

The President of the United Arab Emirates, Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, delivered a powerful message of reassurance and unity after visiting people injured during recent regional tensions, urging residents to forgive any shortcomings while pledging that the country will defend itself and protect everyone living within its borders. The remarks were broadcast on Abu Dhabi TV, marking the president’s first public message following a series of missile and drone interceptions linked to the escalating conflict involving Iran, Israel and the United States.


US-Iran War: UAE President Mohamed bin Zayed Issues a Strong Message of Resilience

US President Donald Trump said on Saturday (Mar 7) aboard Air Force One that he did not want the Kurds to launch an offensive against Iran. This come in sharp contrast with his statement to Reuters news agency on Thursday when he said that he would be "all for" an offensive by Iranian Kurdish fighters in support of the US-Israeli war against the Islamic republic. “We're not looking to the Kurds going in. We're very friendly with the Kurds, as you know, but we don't want to make the war any more complex than it already is,” he said.&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">Trump says we DO NOT seek supporting the Kurds in performing any kind of ground invasion in to Iran: &quot;We&#39;re not looking to the Kurds going in.&quot; &quot;We&#39;re very friendly with the Kurds, as you know, but we don&#39;t want to make the war any more complex than it already is.&quot; &quot;They&#39;re… <a href="https://t.co/hqbmeEwojx">pic.twitter.com/hqbmeEwojx</a>&mdash; Gunther Eagleman™ (@GuntherEagleman) <a href="https://twitter.com/GuntherEagleman/status/2030436437108113565?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 8, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-s-top-leadership-denies-reports-of-rift-after-pezeshkian-s-sorry-to-gulf-nations-1772946361827">Iran's top leadership denies reports of rift after Pezeshkian's 'sorry' to Gulf nations</a><h2>What reports claimed about Kurdish involvement?</h2>The Jerusalem Post, earlier this week, reported that hundreds of Kurdish fighters have begun ground activity in areas near the Iraq-Iran border. However, an official in the Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) of Iraq said that the region rejects the use of its territory to launch attacks against neighboring countries, while emphasizing that decisions regarding such matters fall under the authority of the federal government in Baghdad. The Deputy Chief of Staff of Iraqi Kurdistan, Aziz Ahmad has called the reports fake and said, “Not a single Iraqi Kurd has crossed the border.” Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-we-don-t-need-them-any-longer-but-we-will-remember-trump-tells-starmer-as-us-using-uk-bases-for-defensive-iran-operations-1772918512010">'We don’t need them any longer, but we will remember': Trump tells Starmer as US using UK bases for 'defensive' Iran operations</a><h2>What was the conversation between Iran FM and Kurdish leader?</h2>Iraqi Kurdish leader and Iranian foreign minister spoke after reports of CIA arming Iranian Kurds. "During the conversation, Bafel Talabani expressed his condolences and sympathy over the martyrdom of the Supreme Leader (Ayatollah Ali Khamenei) and all those killed in the American-Zionist crime," the ministry said in a statement. The statement added that Araghchi also referred to "terrorist movements" along the shared border and stressed the need to strengthen cooperation to safeguard border security in line with bilateral security understandings.<h2>CIA arming Iranian Kurds?</h2>An Axios report claimed that several Kurdish Iranian factions are preparing for a possible ground offensive against Iran and the Mossad and the CIA are backing them, two U.S. and Israeli officials and a third source with knowledge said., according to U.S. and Israeli officials and a senior official in one of the factions. "The war started with a kinetic phase by the U.S. and Israeli militaries, but as the war continues there will be other efforts by the Mossad and the CIA," an Israeli official said. Secretary of State Marco Rubio told Congress in a closed-door briefing on Tuesday: "We're not arming the Kurds. But you never know with the Israelis."

Trump said he does not want Kurdish forces launching an offensive against Iran, reversing earlier remarks supporting such a move. Reports claimed Kurdish fighters were active near the Iran–Iraq border and could receive outside backing, but Iraqi Kurdistan officials denied any cross-border attacks.

US President Donald Trump said on Saturday (Mar 7) aboard Air Force One that he did not want the Kurds to launch an offensive against Iran. This come in sharp contrast with his statement to Reuters news agency on Thursday when he said that he would be "all for" an offensive by Iranian Kurdish fighters in support of the US-Israeli war against the Islamic republic. “We're not looking to the Kurds going in. We're very friendly with the Kurds, as you know, but we don't want to make the war any more complex than it already is,” he said.

Trump said he does not want Kurdish forces launching an offensive against Iran, reversing earlier remarks supporting such a move. Reports claimed Kurdish fighters were active near the Iran–Iraq border and could receive outside backing, but Iraqi Kurdistan officials denied&nbsp;

'We're very friendly with...': Trump's Kurdish U-turn amid raging war with Iran

Amid Iran war, the Indian Embassy in United Arab Emirates (UAE) has issued advisory for Indian nationals. According to the advisory, filming of incident sites or prohibited areas and sharing them on social media platforms.&nbsp;"UAE authorities have warned that strict action would be taken against any individual for the unauthorized filming of incident sites or prohibited areas or inside the airport(s)," read the advisory of the Indian Embassy in UAE.&nbsp;Flight operations to and from Dubai airport, world’s busiest international aviation centre had been suspended temporarily as a precautionary measure, however, operations have resumed partially.&nbsp;Some of the points Indian nationals have been told to follow in view of the Iran war are:&nbsp;<ul><li>When you hear a warning alert, proceed immediately to a safe place and remain there until the warning alert has been lifted for your area. Do not attempt to go outside to take photograph/record videos.</li><li>Do not take photograph/record videos inside the airport during arrival/departure.</li><li>Strictly avoid sharing or publishing images of incident sites, including damage from projectiles or shrapnel, via digital/social media platforms.</li><li>In the event of shrapnel falling or discovering suspicious objects in your vicinity, report it immediately to the competent authorities to enable them to handle the situation safely and swiftly. Please stay away from the location and do not approach or touch any parts.</li></ul><h2>Extent of damage in Iran war</h2>&nbsp;Eight days of war have brought devastation to civilians in Iran. &nbsp;According to Hossein kermanpour, spokesperson for Iran's Ministry of Health over 10,000 civilians have been injured and over 1,200 killed so far ion the war.&nbsp;25 hospitals damaged (9 now out of service) 18 pre-hospital emergency bases destroyed 14 ambulances destroyed 2 county health centers damaged 17 comprehensive health service centers damaged 2 rural health houses damaged&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

According to Hossein kermanpour, spokesperson for Irans Ministry of Health over 10,000 civilians have been injured and over 1,200 killed so far in the war.

Amid Iran war, the Indian Embassy in United Arab Emirates (UAE) has issued advisory for Indian nationals. According to the advisory, filming of incident sites or prohibited areas and sharing them on social media platforms. "UAE authorities have warned that strict action would be taken against any individual for the unauthorized filming of incident sites or prohibited areas or inside the airport(s)," read the advisory of the Indian Embassy in UAE. Flight operations to and from Dubai airport, world’s busiest international aviation centre had been suspended temporarily as a precautionary measure, however, operations have resumed partially. Some of the points Indian nationals have been told to follow in view of the Iran war are: When you hear a warning alert, proceed immediately to a safe place and remain there until the warning alert has been lifted for your area. Do not attempt to go outside to take photograph/record videos. Do not take photograph/record videos inside the airport during arrival/departure. Strictly avoid sharing or publishing images of incident sites, including damage from projectiles or shrapnel, via digital/social media platforms. In the event of shrapnel falling or discovering suspicious objects in your vicinity, report it immediately to the competent authorities to enable them to handle the situation safely and swiftly. Please stay away from the location and do not approach or touch any parts. Extent of damage in Iran war Eight days of war have brought devastation to civilians in Iran. According to Hossein kermanpour, spokesperson for Iran's Ministry of Health over 10,000 civilians have been injured and over 1,200 killed so far ion the war. 25 hospitals damaged (9 now out of service) 18 pre-hospital emergency bases destroyed 14 ambulances destroyed 2 county health centers damaged 17 comprehensive health service centers damaged 2 rural health houses damaged

According to Hossein kermanpour, spokesperson for Iran's Ministry of Health over 10,000 civilians have been injured and over 1,200 killed so far ion the war.

Do not take photograph, record videos: Indian Embassy in UAE issues advisory

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