Smoke was seen rising from a hotel in Iraq’s Kurdistan region shortly after the United States warned that Iran-backed fighters could target hotels in the area.

The incident occurred in Iraqi Kurdistan, where several hotels are known to host foreign nationals and international staff.

Iran Strikes Back: Smoke Seen from Hotel in Iraqi Kurdistan Shortly After US Warning | WION

Israel’s military says Iran has used ballistic missiles armed with cluster munition warheads during the ongoing conflict. According to Israeli officials, the missiles split in the air and release multiple smaller explosive bomblets that scatter across a wide area.

Iran Strikes Back: Israel Says Iran Using Cluster Bomb Missiles | WION

Reports say Saudi Arabia has begun quiet back-channel talks with Iran as tensions escalate across the Middle East. The discussions are believed to be aimed at preventing further regional escalation amid the ongoing conflict involving Iran, the United States and Israel.

US-Iran War | Reports: Riyadh Begins Back Channel Talks with Iran | WION

Azerbaijan says it has foiled an alleged terror plot linked to Iran, claiming that members of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) were planning attacks in the country.


US-Iran War: Azerbaijan Foils 'Iranian Terror Plot', Says IRGC Was Planning Terror Attacks | WION

China has called for an immediate ceasefire in the ongoing conflict involving Iran, the United States and Israel. Beijing urged all parties to halt military operations and avoid further escalation in the region.

US-Iran War: China Urges Iran Ceasefire as It Stresses Importance of Strait of Hormuz | WION

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has said Moscow will do “everything” to make US and Israeli military operations against Iran impossible as the Middle East conflict continues to escalate.


Iran War: Russian FM Says Moscow Will Do Everything to Make US-Israel Ops Against Iran 'Impossible'

Missile interception trails were seen in the skies over the Tel Aviv area following an Iranian missile attack during the ongoing conflict. Air raid sirens sounded across central Israel as defence systems attempted to intercept incoming projectiles.

Iran Strikes Back: Interception Trails Visible in Tel Aviv Area Following Iranian Missile Attack

The United States has warned that Iran-aligned militia fighters could target hotels in Iraq’s Kurdistan region, particularly locations frequented by foreign nationals and US personnel.

US officials said the threat comes amid escalating regional tensions linked to the conflict involving Iran, the United States and Israel. Security advisories have urged Americans in Iraq to remain vigilant and consider leaving the country if it is safe to do so.

Iran Strikes Back | US: Iran-Backed Fighters May Target Hotels in Iraqi Kurdistan | WION

Israeli strikes across Lebanon have reportedly killed 217 people and injured nearly 800 others, according to authorities. The attacks targeted multiple locations as hostilities between Israel and Hezbollah intensified.

Officials said the strikes caused widespread destruction in several areas, with emergency services responding to damaged buildings and injured civilians. Hospitals across affected regions have been treating hundreds of wounded as rescue efforts continue.

The latest escalation comes amid growing regional tensions linked to the broader conflict involving Israel, Iran and allied groups across the Middle East.

Israel-US Strike Iran: Israel Pounds Lebanon; 217 Killed, Nearly 800 Injured In Strikes | WION

The US military has cancelled a major training exercise involving the headquarters element of the elite 82nd Airborne Division. The unit had been scheduled to take part in the exercise but was instead told to remain at Fort Bragg in North Carolina.

The sudden cancellation has fuelled speculation within the Pentagon that the unit could be preparing for potential deployment to the Middle East as the conflict with Iran escalates.

US-Iran War: US Military Cancels 82nd Airborne Division Major Training Exercise | WION

Iran will not be represented at the Winter Paralympics after the country’s only athlete withdrew from the competition citing travel safety concerns.

Officials said the athlete decided to pull out due to fears related to travel amid the ongoing conflict involving Iran, the United States and Israel. The withdrawal means Iran will have no participants at the Winter Paralympic Games.

The development comes as tensions in the region continue to affect travel and participation in international events.

US-Iran War: Iran Withdraws From Winter Paralympics As Sole Athlete Pulls Out Over Travel Fears

Iran appears to have shifted its missile strategy during the ongoing conflict with Israel and the United States, launching smaller but more frequent volleys instead of large coordinated barrages. Israeli military officials say the pattern suggests Tehran is adjusting its tactics as the war continues.

According to the Israeli military, Iran’s daily missile attacks have dropped sharply since the conflict began on February 28. Officials say sustained US and Israeli strikes on missile launchers and infrastructure have significantly reduced Iran’s ability to launch large waves of missiles.

US-Iran War: Iran Shifts To Smaller Missile Volleys As IDF Says Daily Attacks Down Since Feb 28

Attention has turned to the Blue Sparrow missile system following reports that the weapon may have been used in the strike that killed Iran’s Supreme Leader. The Blue Sparrow is an air-launched missile developed as part of Israel’s missile testing programme and is designed to simulate advanced ballistic missile threats.

US-Iran War: Blue Sparrow ‘Missile From Space’ Linked To Strike That Killed Iran’s Supreme Leader

The UK Ministry of Defence says a drone that targeted the RAF Akrotiri base in Cyprus did not originate from Iran, though the launch point remains unclear.

British officials said the drone was aimed at the Royal Air Force installation at Akrotiri, a strategic UK base in the eastern Mediterranean. Authorities did not specify where the drone was launched from as investigations continue.

The incident comes after the United Kingdom pledged support for the United States during the ongoing conflict involving Iran.

US-Iran War:  UK Says Drone Targeting RAF Akrotiri In Cyprus Did Not Originate From Iran | WION

India has allowed the Iranian vessel IRIS Lavan to dock at Kochi after granting permission for the request. According to reports, the vessel first reached out to Indian authorities on February 28 seeking permission to dock.

Indian authorities approved the request on March 1, allowing the Iranian ship to enter the port at Kochi. The development comes amid heightened tensions in the region linked to the ongoing conflict involving Iran, the United States and Israel.

US-Iran War: India Allows Iranian Vessel IRIS Lavan To Dock At Kochi | WION

Israel has launched airstrikes on Hezbollah positions in Beirut as the regional conflict involving the United States and Iran continues to escalate. The strikes targeted areas linked to Hezbollah, the Iran-backed group operating in Lebanon.

At the same time, Iran has carried out missile strikes on Israel, with blasts reported in Tel Aviv amid the ongoing exchanges of fire between the two sides.


US-Iran War: Israel Strikes Hezbollah in Beirut, Iran Targets Tel Aviv | WION

Massive Israeli strikes have reportedly hit several locations in Tehran as the war involving Iran, Israel and the United States continues to escalate. Explosions and heavy bombardment have been reported across the Iranian capital as the conflict enters another intense phase.

US-Israel Strike Iran: Massive Israeli Strikes Hit Tehran Amid Ongoing Iran War | WION

The United States has reportedly urged Sri Lanka not to send Iranian sailors back to Iran, according to media reports. The request comes amid heightened tensions involving Iran, the United States and Israel.


US-Iran War: US Urges Sri Lanka Not To Send Iranian Sailors Home: Reports | WION

Drones struck a US military base near Baghdad International Airport, according to reports. The facility, known as Victoria Airbase, is located close to the airport and hosts American military personnel.

Iran Strikes Back: Drones Strike US Base Near Baghdad Airport As Tensions Escalate | WION

Reports say Russia may be providing intelligence to Iran about the locations of US military assets in the Middle East. According to officials cited in media reports, Moscow has shared information on the positions of American warships, aircraft and other military infrastructure.

The intelligence sharing is believed to help Iran track and potentially target US forces across the region amid the ongoing conflict involving Iran, the United States and Israel.

Officials cited in the reports say the information may include location data and surveillance intelligence that could improve Iran’s targeting capability. However, it is not clear how directly the intelligence has been used in attacks.

Russia has previously condemned US and Israeli strikes on Iran, while the reported intelligence cooperation highlights growing military coordination between Moscow and Tehran during the escalating crisis.

Iran Strikes Back: Reports Claim Russia Providing Intelligence To Iran To Target US Bases | WION

Bangladesh has started rationing fuel after panic buying and supply concerns linked to the escalating conflict involving the United States, Israel and Iran. Authorities introduced limits on daily fuel purchases to stabilise nationwide stocks and prevent hoarding.

US-Iran War: US-Israel War on Iran Causes Fuel Supply Instability in Bangladesh | WION

Iran appears to have shifted its missile strategy during the ongoing conflict with Israel and the United States, launching smaller but more frequent volleys instead of large coordinated barrages. Israeli military officials say the pattern suggests Tehran is adjusting its tactics as the war continues.

According to the Israeli military, Iran’s daily missile attacks have dropped sharply since the conflict began on February 28. Officials say sustained US and Israeli strikes on missile launchers and infrastructure have significantly reduced Iran’s ability to launch large waves of missiles.


Iran has intensified its attacks on US military bases and regional targets across the Gulf as the conflict with the United States and Israel escalates. Iranian missiles and drones have struck or targeted several Gulf countries that host American military facilities, including Bahrain, Qatar, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates


Iran Strikes Back: Iran Intensifies Attacks On US Bases In Gulf | WION 

The United States Central Command (CENTCOM) says US forces are carrying out strikes that are decimating Iranian targets as the conflict involving Iran, the United States and Israel intensifies.

According to CENTCOM, US military operations are targeting Iranian military infrastructure and capabilities as part of ongoing combat operations in the region. The statement comes as Washington continues to deploy additional assets and carry out strikes against Iranian positions.

The situation remains highly volatile as exchanges between Iran and its adversaries continue across multiple fronts in the Middle East.

US-Iran War: CENTCOM Says US Forces Decimating Iranian Targets Amid Escalating Conflict | WION

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