The United States claims to have destroyed key Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) command facilities, along with missile and drone launch sites, amid escalating tensions in the region. Military sources say the strikes targeted strategic locations to degrade Iran’s capabilities, marking a significant escalation in the ongoing US-Iran conflict.


US Says It Destroyed IRGC Command Facilities, Hits Iranian Missile and Drone Sites

Thousands of Indian citizens remain stranded in Tehran and other parts of Iran as the Iran-Israel conflict disrupts airspace and commercial travel across West Asia. With nearly 10 million Indians residing in Gulf countries, the situation has triggered urgent diplomatic and logistical efforts. Flights from Dubai have landed in Mumbai and Chennai, while a Bengaluru-bound service has departed as part of coordinated evacuation and travel resumption plans. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has held talks with several world leaders to ensure the safety of Indian nationals. Meanwhile, Air India Express is set to resume operations from Muscat, offering relief to stranded passengers.

US-Iran War: Indians Stranded in Gulf Due to Iran-Israel War

The U.S. President has vowed retaliation after a confirmed attack on a U.S. embassy, condemning the strike and promising a decisive response. The statement underscores rising international tensions as military actions expand across the Middle East. Officials emphasize coordinated defense while global leaders call for de‑escalation and protection of diplomatic missions.

US-Iran War: US President Vows Retaliation for Attack on Embassy

U.S. President Trump projected that the military campaign against Iran could last around four to five weeks, while acknowledging the conflict might extend longer. His remarks come amid escalating strikes by U.S. and allied forces and retaliatory attacks by Iran across the region, raising global tensions and geopolitical uncertainty.

US‑Iran War: Trump Says War May Last Four to Five Weeks 

The US military confirmed that the death toll has risen to six service members amid the escalating US‑Iran conflict, following Operation Epic Fury and Iranian retaliation attacks. Ongoing hostilities have also seen strikes on allied bases and regional targets, raising tensions and prompting broader security concerns across the Middle East.

US‑Iran War: US Military Death Toll Rises to Six, Conflict Intensifies

U.S. President Donald Trump warned that retaliation is imminent after Iranian drones struck the U.S. embassy in Riyadh, causing a limited fire and minor damage, as regional conflict escalates. The president indicated that details of the response will be revealed soon, underscoring heightened tensions across the Middle East.

US-Iran War: U.S. President Warns Retaliation After Attack on Riyadh Embassy 

Iran has rejected any negotiations with former U.S. President Donald Trump as regional tensions intensify. Reports indicate strikes impacting energy infrastructure and key Gulf shipping routes. The escalation follows widening military exchanges across the Middle East, raising concerns over oil supplies, maritime security, and broader geopolitical stability.

US-Iran War: Iran Rejects Trump Talks, Targets Energy Sites as Gulf Tensions Escalate 

UK Prime Minister has confirmed that British military bases will not be used to launch attacks amid rising Gulf tensions. The statement reassures both domestic and regional audiences, emphasizing the UK’s role in defense and diplomacy while avoiding escalation, as conflict dynamics involving Iran and Western forces continue to evolve.

US-Iran War: UK Bases Won’t Be Used to Launch Attacks Amid Gulf Tensions 

Trump on ‘Operation Epic Fury’; won’t rule out sending U.S. troops into Iran if ‘necessary’

Israel-Iran War | Trump: Iran Was Making Missile That Could Reach US

Iran “will not negotiate with the United States”, Ali Larijani, the powerful head of Tehran’s Supreme National Security Council said on Monday (March 2, 2026).

In a post on X, Mr. Larijani denied media reports that Iranian officials had sought to initiate talks with the Trump administration following a wave of U.S.-Israeli strikes on Iran over the weekend, which came after Tehran and Washington held nuclear negotiations.

Tehran Rules Out Any Talks With Washington; Trump Vows To Punish Iran With 'Full Force'

U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth vowed that the United States “will not tolerate powerful missiles targeting the American people,” saying missiles used by Iran or its proxies will be destroyed and Iranian missile production targeted as part of the broader response to the ongoing US‑Israel attacks on Iran.


Israel-Iran War | Hegseth: Iran Was Creating Shield For Its Nuclear Blackmail 

US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff General Dan Caine hold a press briefing in the Pentagon Briefing Room on Operation Epic Fury.

Secretary Of War: US Conducted The Most Precise Strikes on Iran

Amid the Israel‑Iran war, explosions and missile activity were reported in and around Cyprus, where Britain’s strategic RAF bases are located, after the UK agreed to let the United States use some British bases for limited defensive action against Iranian missile threats. British Defence Secretary John Healey said two missiles were fired in the direction of Cyprus amid Iran’s retaliation for joint US‑Israeli strikes on Iran, though authorities believe they were not deliberately aimed at the island.


Israel-Iran Conflict: UK's Akrotiri Base in Cyprus Evacuated Amid Escalating Tensions

A day after sparking concern by revealing that she was stranded in Dubai due to flight disruptions amid the escalating US-Iran conflict and even reaching out to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for help, actor Sonal Chauhan has now reassured fans that she is safe. Taking to social media with a fresh update, Sonal shared that the situation in Dubai is under control and urged everyone not to panic.


Sonal Chauhan Stranded in Dubai; Appeals To PM Modi For Help 

A drone attack reportedly struck Saudi Aramco’s Ras Tanura oil refinery, one of the kingdom’s largest facilities, sparking a fire and prompting a temporary shutdown of operations. The incident comes amid widespread regional conflict following US‑Israeli strikes on Iran and subsequent retaliation across Gulf states.

Breaking: Drone Strike Hits Saudi Aramco Oil Refinery | Ras Tanura Fire Reported

Iran has launched a fresh barrage of missile attacks targeting Israel’s major cities, with explosions reported in Tel Aviv, Haifa and Jerusalem amid the ongoing US‑Israel‑Iran conflict. Sirens blared as air defenses activated and emergency services responded to injuries and damage caused by the strikes.

Iran Strikes Israel: Iran Launches Fresh Missile Strikes on Israel | Tel Aviv, Haifa, Jerusalem Hit

India has urged for a swift end to the ongoing conflict in West Asia, emphasizing the need for early cessation of hostilities. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has stressed diplomacy and dialogue, calling on all parties to prioritize peace and stability in the region to prevent further escalation and civilian suffering.

Israel-Iran War: PM Modi Urges End to War in West Asia, Calls for Immediate Peace

Reports indicate smoke rising from the U.S. Embassy in Kuwait City amid regional tensions. Authorities are investigating the cause, and security measures have been heightened. Stay updated with the latest developments, eyewitness reports, and official statements as the situation unfolds in the Gulf region.

US-Iran War: Smoke Seen Rising From US Embassy in Kuwait City 

Israel has announced plans to intensify its military strikes on Lebanon amid escalating regional tensions. Lebanese Prime Minister condemns the attacks as “irresponsible,” urging restraint and diplomatic solutions. The situation raises concerns over civilian safety, regional stability, and the potential for further escalation in the Middle East conflict.

Israel to Intensify Strikes on Lebanon | Lebanese PM Calls Them Irresponsible

The UK’s RAF Akrotiri base in Cyprus was reportedly hit by a suspected drone strike following Prime Minister Starmer’s approval for U.S. forces to use British bases in the Middle East. The Ministry of Defence confirmed it is responding to the incident amid heightened regional tensions and escalating conflict.

Israel-Iran War: RAF Akrotiri Base Hit After Starmer Approves US Base Use

Explosions were heard in Abu Dhabi amid escalating conflict after US and Israeli strikes on Iran, as Iranian missiles and drones targeted Gulf cities and military bases. Residents reported loud blasts and airspace closures as regional tensions surged, raising concerns about wider instability and impacts on security across the Middle East.

US-Iran War: Explosions Heard in Abu Dhabi, Gulf Escalation Intensifies

Missiles and drones have struck key Gulf ports and logistics hubs as Iran retaliates in the widening conflict following U.S. and Israeli strikes. Strategic commercial and maritime infrastructure in the UAE, Oman, and other GCC states has been impacted, raising global trade and security concerns as tensions escalate.

US-Iran War: Iran Strikes Gulf Ports and Logistics Hubs Amid Escalating Tensions

At least 10 people have been killed in Israeli airstrikes targeting Beirut amid escalating tensions in the region. Authorities warn of further attacks as the conflict intensifies. Stay updated with the latest developments, casualty reports, and footage from the ground highlighting the growing instability in Lebanon and the Middle East.

Israel-Iran War: At Least 10 Dead in Israeli Strikes on Beirut Amid Escalating Tensions

Israel-Iran War: India Calls for Quick End to War in West Asia, Urges Early Cessation

Israel and the United States have deployed advanced military weaponry in coordinated strikes on Iran, escalating the conflict after the killing of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Tehran has vowed revenge, calling for retaliation against the attackers and signalling further instability across the Middle East as tensions soar.

Israel & US Deploy Advanced Weapons, Iran Vows Revenge for Khamenei Killing

Israel has launched airstrikes on Hezbollah targets in Lebanon amid escalating tensions. Authorities have urged local residents to evacuate ahead of further operations. Watch the latest updates, footage, and analysis as the situation unfolds in the region, highlighting the growing conflict and security concerns.

Israel-Iran War: Israel Strikes Hezbollah Targets | Lebanon Residents Told to Evacuate

Amid the Israel‑Iran war, explosions and missile activity were reported in and around Cyprus, where Britain’s strategic RAF bases are located, after the UK agreed to let the United States use some British bases for limited defensive action against Iranian missile threats. British Defence Secretary John Healey said two missiles were fired in the direction of Cyprus amid Iran’s retaliation for joint US‑Israeli strikes on Iran, though authorities believe they were not deliberately aimed at the island.

Israel-Iran War: Explosions in Cyprus Amid Israel-Iran War, Starmer Approves US Base Use

New intelligence reveals the CIA tracked Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei for six months, providing critical data that allowed Israel to carry out a precise strike on Khamenei and other senior Iranian leaders. The operation marks a major escalation in the US‑Israel war on Iran, highlighting months of covert intelligence work and coordination between the two countries’ military and intelligence services.

US-Iran War: Inside the CIA’s 6‑Month Hunt for Khamenei and Intel Behind Iran Strike

U.S. President Donald Trump says the ongoing conflict with Iran may last around four weeks as military operations continue, acknowledging the campaign’s scale and reiterating U.S. objectives in the region.

US-Iran War: Trump Says War With Iran Could Last Four Weeks 

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced that the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) are mobilized to full strength amid escalating conflict with Iran. The IDF has reportedly struck key targets in Tehran, marking a major escalation in the ongoing US‑Israel war on Iran. Netanyahu vowed further military action as tensions in the region continue to rise, with international observers warning of a widening Middle East conflict.

Israel-Iran War: Netanyahu Vows to Intensify Air Strikes on Tehran 

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