Israel-Iran War LIVE Updates: Israeli Military Destroys Iranian F-14 Jets At Isfahan Airport

08/03/2026 12:44:20

Iran Strikes US-Built THAAD Network Across West Asia; Arabian Peninsula Radar Sites Charred

Iranian strikes across the region appear to have weakened parts of the US-built Terminal High Altitude Area Defence (THAAD) network after radar installations in several West Asia locations were reportedly hit, according to a report by CNN.

Iranian media also claimed that missiles and drones launched by Tehran managed to evade Western and Israeli air defence systems, including THAAD, and strike targets inside Israel.

08/03/2026 11:36:35

'US-Israeli Military Op Against Iran Should Never Have Happened': Chinese FM Wang Yi

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi criticised the joint US-Israeli military campaign against Iran, saying the escalation in the region should “never have happened.”

According to Al Jazeera, the senior Chinese diplomat urged an “immediate” halt to the fighting and called for a swift return to diplomatic engagement and negotiations.

08/03/2026 11:33:51

'Achieved Complete Control Over Tehran Skies': Netanyahu Declares Amid Op Rising Lion

Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu has affirmed that the United States and his administration have achieved nearly total dominance over Iranian airspace following a series of coordinated military strikes. "We achieved almost complete control over the skies of Tehran," he wrote on X.

08/03/2026 11:29:12

Iran Prez Says 'Enemy Misconceived My Words' After Trump's 'Surrender' Claim

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on Sunday said his comments had been “misinterpreted by the enemy that seeks to sow division with neighbours,” according to state television.

His statement followed a post by US President Donald Trump on Truth Social claiming that Iran had “lost” and had “surrendered to Middle East neighbours.”

08/03/2026 11:26:58

'We Will Hunt You Down And Kill You': US Defence Secretary Issues Warning

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth issued a warning on the social media platform X, stating that American forces would target anyone who threatens US citizens.

“If you kill Americans, if you threaten Americans anywhere on earth, we will hunt you down without apology and without hesitation and we will kill you,” Hegseth said.

08/03/2026 07:48:10

Trump Claims Attack On Minab Girls' School Was Carried Out By Iran

US President Donald Trump claimed that the "attack on Iranian girls' school in Minab that killed scores of students was carried out by Iran."

08/03/2026 07:46:14

Iran Attacks Facility Near Bahrain's Salman Port

Iranian attack targets facility near Bahrain's Salman Port, reports Reuters, citing the Bahrain Interior Ministry.

08/03/2026 07:43:06

4 Killed, 10 Injured In Israeli Strike On Hotel In Central Beirut

At least four people lost their lives, and ten others were injured after an Israeli strike hit the Ramada hotel building in central Beirut, Lebanon’s health ministry said. The strike is the first to directly hit the centre of the capital since tensions between Israel and Hezbollah intensified last week.

The hotel, situated in the Raouche neighbourhood, had been housing displaced people who had fled fighting in southern Lebanon and Beirut’s southern suburbs. Witnesses reported that some residents began leaving the building amid fears that further strikes could follow, Reuters reported.

Lebanese authorities did not release additional details about the incident, and Israel had not immediately issued any comment regarding the strike or its intended targets.

08/03/2026 00:09:11

Over 52,000 Indians Return From Crisis-Hit Middle East

More than 52,000 Indians stranded in West Asia have returned home on commercial flights between March 1 and March 7, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said on Saturday amid escalating tensions linked to the Iran-US conflict.

The MEA said additional flights are expected to operate in the coming days to facilitate the return of more Indian nationals as the regional crisis continues to affect travel and aviation operations.

08/03/2026 00:07:36

Turkey Considers F-16 Deployment To Northern Cyprus

Turkey’s military is considering deploying F-16 warplanes to northern Cyprus to strengthen the defences of the self-declared Turkish Cypriot state, people familiar with the matter told Bloomberg. The move comes amid a growing military buildup on the island linked to the ongoing Iran war.

The Turkish fighter jets are expected to be deployed in the coming days, the people said on Saturday, speaking on condition of anonymity.

According to the sources, the potential deployment forms part of phased plans aimed at reinforcing the security of the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus.

07/03/2026 23:48:35

Strike Targets Hashed Al-Shaabi Base Near Mosul

A strike targeted a military base belonging to the former paramilitary coalition Hashed al-Shaabi in northern Iraq on Saturday, two Hashed sources told AFP.

“An airstrike, likely American, hit a Hashed base south of the city of Mosul,” one official said. Another source confirmed that the strike had taken place.

The Hashed al-Shaabi, also known as the Popular Mobilisation Forces (PMF), is an alliance of factions that has been integrated into the regular Iraqi army and includes several powerful Iran-backed groups.

07/03/2026 23:46:54

100 International Flights Cancelled At Delhi, Mumbai Airports

At least 100 international flights were cancelled at the Delhi and Mumbai airports on Saturday as the Middle East crisis continued to disrupt flight operations, PTI reported.

According to officials, 35 departures and 36 arrivals were cancelled at the Mumbai airport. At the Delhi airport, 22 departures and 17 arrivals were cancelled.

07/03/2026 23:39:55

Iran Warns Neighbours Aiding Its Enemies: “Heavy Attacks Will Continue”

Iran’s hardline judiciary chief said the Islamic republic would continue targeting regional neighbours that provide its adversaries with “points... used in aggression against our country”.

“Evidence from Iran's armed forces shows that the geography of some countries in the region is openly and covertly at the disposal of the enemy,” said Gholamhossein Mohseni Ejei.

Ejei, who is also a member of the interim leadership council, added that “the heavy attacks on these targets will continue.”

07/03/2026 20:21:39

Qatar Airways To Operate Limited Flights To Doha On March 8

Qatar Airways said it will operate a limited number of flights to Hamad International Airport on March 8 following temporary clearance from the Qatar Civil Aviation Authority.

The airline said the flights will depart from London (LHR), Paris (CDG), Madrid (MAD), Rome (FCO), Frankfurt (FRA) and Bangkok (BKK).

These services will only be available for passengers whose final destination is Doha.

According to the airline, the flights are being operated after the Qatar Civil Aviation Authority temporarily authorised a safe operating corridor.

07/03/2026 19:16:31

Indian Oil Books Crude Cargoes From Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea Port: Report

India’s top refiner, Indian Oil Corp, has booked crude oil cargoes for loading from the Red Sea port of Yanbu, according to a Reuters report citing sources.

The development comes as the ongoing US-Israel war with Iran disrupts oil and natural gas exports from parts of the Middle East.

Saudi Arabia, the world’s top oil exporter, is increasing shipments from the Red Sea as an alternative route amid the disruptions.

07/03/2026 19:04:28

Iran Launches ‘Massive’ Drone Attacks On US Bases In UAE, Kuwait

Iran said it launched a large wave of drone attacks targeting US military bases in the United Arab Emirates and Kuwait, as well as a facility in Israel.

“The Iranian Navy targeted American bases and occupied territories with a massive wave of drone attacks,” the army said in a statement carried by the official IRNA news agency.

According to the statement, the targets included the UAE’s Al-Minhad base, another US facility in Kuwait, and a “strategic facility” in Israel.

Later, Iran’s Revolutionary Guards said their forces had also targeted the Al-Dhafra air base in the UAE.

07/03/2026 18:55:51

Israel-Iran War LIVE Updates: UAE Says It Intercepted 15 Ballistic Missiles, 119 Drones Amid Iran Attacks

The United Arab Emirates said on Saturday that its air defence systems intercepted multiple ballistic missiles and drones as Iran continued its attacks on the Gulf nation.

According to the UAE’s Ministry of Defence, air defence systems detected 16 ballistic missiles on March 7, 2026, of which 15 were intercepted and destroyed, while one missile fell into the sea.

"Air defence systems detected today, Saturday 7th March 2026, 16 ballistic missiles, of which, 15 were intercepted and destroyed, while one ballistic missile fell into the sea," the ministry said in a post on X.

The ministry added that 121 unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) were also detected, with 119 intercepted by air defence systems while two fell within UAE territory.

07/03/2026 18:50:45

Trump Warns Iran Will Be ‘Hit Very Hard’, Hints At Widening Targets

US President Donald Trump on Saturday warned that Iran would be “hit very hard”, saying he was considering expanding the scope of targets in the ongoing conflict.

In a post on Truth Social, Trump suggested that additional areas and groups of people could be targeted because of what he described as Iran’s “bad behavior”, though he did not provide further details.

"Today Iran will be hit very hard! Under serious consideration for complete destruction and certain death, because of Iran's bad behavior, are areas and groups of people that were not considered for targeting up until this moment in time," Trump said.

07/03/2026 17:28:11

India Asks Stranded Tourists In Qatar To Register Details Amid Flight Cancellations

Indian nationals currently stranded in Qatar as tourists or short-term visitors due to flight cancellations between February 28 and March 7, 2026, have been urged to submit their details through an updated registration link.

The advisory applies to those holding the Hayya A1 visa who are unable to leave the country after flights were cancelled during the period.

Authorities said the information is being collected only to determine the exact number and details of stranded Indian nationals who are not residents of Qatar.

Officials also noted that the earlier registration link became invalid due to technical issues and has now been restored, urging travellers to use the updated link to submit their details.

07/03/2026 16:25:10

Iran Claims ‘Massive’ Drone Strikes On US Bases In UAE, Kuwait Amid Escalating War

Iran’s military said on Saturday that its navy had launched a wave of drone attacks targeting Israel as well as US bases in the United Arab Emirates and Kuwait as the regional conflict entered its second week.

“The Iranian Navy targeted American bases and occupied territories with a massive wave of drone attacks,” the army said in a statement carried by the official IRNA news agency.

According to the statement, the targets included the UAE’s Al-Minhad base, another US facility in Kuwait, and a “strategic facility” in Israel.

07/03/2026 15:37:19

Iran Apologises To Neighbouring Countries Amid Regional Attacks

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has apologised to neighbouring countries affected by recent drone and missile strikes, saying Iran’s temporary leadership council has approved a pause in attacks on nearby nations unless Iran itself is targeted from those territories.

“I personally apologise to neighbouring countries that were affected by Iran's actions,” Pezeshkian said, according to Reuters.

Over the past week, the UAE, Kuwait, Qatar, Bahrain and Saudi Arabia have all reported drone and missile attacks as tensions escalated across the region.

07/03/2026 13:00:33

Iranian President Pezeshkian Says Neighbouring Countries Will No Longer Be Attacked

Iran’s interim leadership council has decided that neighbouring countries will not be targeted unless attacks against Iran originate from their territory, President Masoud Pezeshkian said.

Speaking in remarks carried by Iranian media, the president also expressed regret over the recent strikes and apologised to neighbouring states affected in recent days, Al Jazeera reported.

Pezeshkian had earlier said Iran respects the sovereignty of neighbouring countries and believes regional peace and stability should be ensured collectively by countries in the region.

07/03/2026 12:58:11

Emirates Suspends All Flights To And From Dubai

Emirates said all its flights to and from Dubai in the United Arab Emirates have been suspended until further notice.

The move comes just a day after a company spokesperson told Reuters on Friday that the airline expected its operations across the network to return to full capacity in the coming days.

07/03/2026 12:11:58

Saudi Arabia's Air Defence Intercepts, Destroys 2 More Drones

The Ministry of Defence of Saudi Arabia said two more drones were intercepted by its air defence systems.

According to the ministry, one drone was shot down east of the capital Riyadh, while another was destroyed over the Rub' al Khali as it was heading towards the Shaybah Oil Field.

Officials added that Saudi air defence units have been actively intercepting and destroying drones and ballistic missiles since the early hours of Saturday.

07/03/2026 12:04:34

UAE Says It Is Responding To Incoming Missile, Drone Launched From Iran

The UAE Ministry of Defence said its air defence systems are currently engaging incoming missile and drone threats launched from Iran.

In a statement, the ministry clarified that the sounds heard across different parts of the emirate were caused by the interception of ballistic missiles and drones by the country’s air defence systems.

07/03/2026 11:47:32

Qatar Airways To Operate Limited Repatriation Flights From Doha Due To Airspace Closure

Qatar Airways will run a limited number of repatriation flights on March 7 from Hamad International Airport to select destinations in Europe after receiving temporary clearance from the Qatar Civil Aviation Authority.

The airline said the special flights are being arranged to help stranded passengers return home, even as regular flight operations remain suspended following the closure of Qatari airspace.

07/03/2026 11:38:41

US Central Command Hits 3,000 Targets In Iran As 'Operation Epic Fury' Continues

The United States Central Command has said it has significantly stepped up its military operations, revealing that thousands of strikes have been carried out on targets inside Iran over the past week.

In a post on X, the command shared an update on the campaign, which has been named Operation Epic Fury.

“U.S. forces have struck over 3,000 targets in the first week of Operation Epic Fury, and we are not slowing down,” the US Central Command said.

07/03/2026 11:33:29

Dubai Authorities Confirm 'Minor Incident' Contained After Debris Falls From Interception

Dubai authorities have confirmed a minor incident linked to regional security developments, stressing the situation remains under full control.

In a post on X, the Dubai Media Office (@DXBMediaOffice) stated, "Dubai authorities have confirmed that a minor incident resulting from the fall of debris after an interception has been successfully contained. No injuries have been reported. Authorities have also denied reports circulating on social media regarding any incidents at Dubai International Airport."

06/03/2026 23:24:17

Dubai Humanitarian Affirms Full Readiness To Support Global Relief Operations

Dubai Humanitarian has confirmed its “full operational readiness” and the continued functioning of its facilities to support emergency humanitarian response efforts worldwide.

In a post on X, the Dubai Media Office said the organisation is working in partnership with United Nations agencies, including the World Health Organisation, as well as several international partners to deliver relief assistance to vulnerable communities across different parts of the world.

06/03/2026 23:22:31

Air France Extends Suspension Of Flights To Dubai, Riyadh, Tel Aviv, Beirut

Air France has extended the suspension of its flights to and from Dubai, Riyadh, Tel Aviv and Beirut, according to a report by Reuters.

The airline said the decision was taken amid ongoing security concerns and disruptions to regional airspace, as tensions continue to affect aviation operations across parts of the Middle East.

06/03/2026 23:08:45

UAE Ambassador, Diplomats Join Blood Donation Drive In Kuwait

UAE Ambassador to Kuwait, Dr Matar Hamed Al‑Niyadi, along with members of the diplomatic mission, took part in a blood donation campaign at the Central Blood Bank, according to Khaleej Times.

The initiative was aimed at supporting Kuwait’s strategic blood stockpile and underscored the importance of community solidarity and health preparedness, particularly amid the ongoing regional situation.

06/03/2026 20:22:21

Drone Targets Basra International Airport

Basra International Airport in Iraq was targeted by a drone, an Iraqi security source told Al Jazeera.

It was not immediately clear who launched the drone or whether there were any casualties or damage at the facility.

06/03/2026 19:56:19

UAE Says It Intercepted Nine Ballistic Missiles And 109 Drones Today

The United Arab Emirates’ Defence Ministry said it intercepted nine ballistic missiles and 109 drones on Friday, while three other drones fell within Emirati territory.

According to the ministry, the latest interceptions bring the total number of Iranian ballistic missiles intercepted in the UAE during the conflict to 190. The total number of intercepted drones has reached 1,110.

The ministry also said that eight cruise missiles launched from Iran have been destroyed.

06/03/2026 19:55:40

Kremlin Says Iran War Driving Surge In Demand For Russian Energy

The Kremlin has said that the ongoing war involving Iran has led to a rise in global demand for Russian energy products. The remarks come a day after the US Treasury issued a 30-day waiver allowing India to purchase Russian oil that is currently stuck at sea.

The conflict has left the Strait of Hormuz, a key global shipping route, largely shut, cutting off countries around the world from about a fifth of global oil and liquefied natural gas supplies.

Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said Russia continues to be a dependable supplier of energy.

Speaking to reporters, Peskov said Russia has been and remains a reliable provider of oil and gas through pipelines as well as in liquefied form.

“We are seeing a significant increase in demand for Russian energy resources in connection with the war in Iran,” he said.

06/03/2026 19:42:36

UN Rights Chief Urges De-escalation, Calls On Warring Sides To ‘Give Peace A Chance’

The United Nations rights chief has called for restraint in the Middle East, urging the warring parties to step back and give peace a chance.

“The world urgently needs to see steps to contain and extinguish this blaze. But instead we are only seeing more inflammatory, bellicose rhetoric, more bombings, more destruction, killings and escalation, that fuels it further,” Volker Turk told reporters.

“I urge the states involved to take immediate steps to de-escalate, to give peace a chance. And on other states to call clearly on those involved to pull back. Cool heads must prevail if we are to prevent further terror and devastation for civilians.”

06/03/2026 19:07:27

Azerbaijan Withdraws Diplomats From Iran Over Security Concerns

Azerbaijan is withdrawing its diplomats from Iran for their safety, Foreign Minister Jeyhun Bayramov said.

The decision comes a day after Baku said four Iranian drones crossed its border and injured four people in the Nakhchivan exclave.

Bayramov said Azerbaijan is evacuating employees from its embassy in Tehran and its consulate general in Tabriz.

Iran has denied launching the drone attack.

06/03/2026 18:48:56

One Injured In Israel By Interception Debris; Bahrain Says It Destroyed Missiles And Drones

Israeli media reported that one person was injured after shrapnel from a missile interception fell in central Israel.

Earlier in the day, the Health Ministry said that more than 1,600 people have been treated in hospitals across Israel since the war with Iran began on Saturday. A total of 11 people have been killed.

Meanwhile, Bahrain said it had intercepted multiple aerial threats during the conflict. In a statement, the General Command of the Bahrain Defence Force said it destroyed 78 missiles and 143 drones targeting Bahraini territory in what it described as “treacherous” attacks by Iran.

06/03/2026 18:34:46

Israeli Media Reports Missile Strike On Ben Gurion Airport; Raids Continue In Southern Lebanon

Israeli media reported that Iranian missiles struck Israel’s Ben Gurion Airport. There has been no comment from the Israeli army yet.

Meanwhile, the Israeli military has continued its attacks in southern Lebanon in addition to strikes in Beirut’s southern suburbs.

One of the latest raids took place in the southern coastal city of Sidon, according to reports from colleagues on the ground.

Lebanon’s National News Agency also reported Israeli warplanes flying over the southern towns of Tyre and Bint Jbeil.

06/03/2026 18:31:10

Israeli Army Launches Fresh Strikes On Beirut’s Southern Suburbs

Israel’s army has announced a new round of attacks on the southern suburbs of Beirut.

The military said it has begun carrying out additional strikes in the Dahiyeh area of southern Beirut.

It claimed the operations are aimed at Hezbollah infrastructure.

06/03/2026 16:50:53

Protests Anticipated Across Several Pakistani Cities After Friday Prayers

Several cities in Pakistan, including the capital Islamabad, are likely to witness protests following Friday prayers.

Islamabad police said that most entry points to the Red Zone, an area that houses key government buildings as well as the diplomatic enclave, will be sealed.

Protests are also expected later in the day in Karachi, Quetta and other cities.

Last Sunday, a day after US-Israel attacks in Iran began, at least 23 people were killed during protests across the country. Among them, 10 people died when a group of protesters attempted to enter the US consulate in Karachi.

Tensions were also reported in Gilgit-Baltistan, a mountainous northern region with a sizeable Shia population. At least 13 people, including a security personnel, were killed and several office buildings were set on fire.

06/03/2026 16:11:26

Iran To Gradually Resume Administrative Operations

Iran has announced a phased restoration of administrative activities, stating that all ministries, organisations and executive bodies located in Tehran Province will function with 20 per cent of their employees physically present at workplaces starting Sunday, March 8.

The announcement further stated that all female employees in the province will work remotely, while certain banks will continue to remain open.

It also clarified that operational units of service-providing bodies, municipalities, medical centres, as well as military, law-enforcement and security institutions are exempt from the directive.

In addition, all managerial ranks in Tehran Province have been excluded from remote work and are required to remain present at their workplace.

The directive comes despite ongoing US-Israeli attacks on the country.

06/03/2026 14:38:42

Israel Iran War LIVE Updates | 'No Civilian Should Die In Wars': Dissayanake As Sri Lanka Treats Injured Inranian Sailors

Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake called for the cessation of hostilities as the country took 200 Iranian sailors who sought help after a deadly US torpedo strike on another Iranian ship. In a post on X, Dissanayake said, "No civilian should die in wars. Our approach is that every life is as precious as our own. We jealously guard our non-aligned policy while ensuring that humanitarian values and the saving of lives remain our top priority."

"What the world urgently needs today is peace. There is a real risk of a severe global economic crisis, and entire societies are facing serious and complex challenges. We call upon all parties to demonstrate a firm commitment to peace. As a state, Sri Lanka stands ready to support every step toward ending hostilities. All our actions are aimed at saving lives and ensuring that humanity prevails," he added.

06/03/2026 13:42:03

Israel Iran War LIVE Updates: Indonesia To Begin Evacuating Citizens From Iran Today

Indonesia will begin evacuating its citizens from Iran today, Al Jazeera reported, citing a foreign ministry official responsible for the welfare of citizens abroad.

06/03/2026 12:36:39

Israel Iran War LIVE Updates: Etihad To Resume Flights From Abu Dhabi

Etihad Airways, one of the United Arab Emirates’ two national carriers, has said it will “resume a limited commercial flight schedule” today, operating services between Abu Dhabi and several major destinations.

In a post on X, the airline urged passengers to travel to the airport only if they hold a confirmed booking on one of the reinstated flights or if they have been “contacted directly by Etihad”.

06/03/2026 12:30:28

Israel Iran War LIVE Updates: Saudi Arabia Shoots Down Drone Near Riyadh

Saudi Arabia said it shot down a drone to the northeast of Riyadh. Earlier, Saudi Arabia's defence ministry said it had downed three drones to the east of Riyadh.

06/03/2026 12:28:33

Israel Iran War LIVE Updates: Hezbollah Commander Killed In Israeli Strikes

Hezbollah commander Zaid Ali Jumaa was killed in Israeli strikes on Lebanon's capital, Beirut, according to the Israeli forces.

Israel-Iran War LIVE Updates: Israeli Military Destroys Iranian F-14 Jets At Isfahan Airport

Israel Iran War Updates live: The Israel-Iran conflict escalated sharply with strikes in Tehran and Beirut, including the killing of a Hezbollah commander.

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