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Air defenses intercepted a drone in Erbil

An explosion was heard in Erbil.

Government spokesperson confirms that four Greek F-16 Vipers have just landed in Cyprus

United Hatzalah first responders are currently checking reported fallen missile and shrapnel sites. So far, United Hatzalah Dispatch has not received any reports of patients sustaining traumatic injuries while en route to protected areas or at scenes where interception debris has fallen. United Hatzalah Psychotrauma and Crisis Response Units are prepared to assist all situations involving shock and anxiety of those affected by the attack. Further updates will be provided as additional information becomes available.

Qatari Ministry of Defense: We shot down two SU24 aircraft coming from Iran, seven ballistic missiles, and five drones.

Qatari Ministry of Defense: Our air defenses successfully intercepted 7 ballistic missiles, and our air and naval forces intercepted 5 drones.

The UAE Ministry of Defence announced that its air defenses successfully intercepted nine ballistic missiles, six cruise missiles, and 148 drones launched from Iran today.

Iranian news sites reported that loud explosions were heard in the central city of Isfahan, coming from the area of a nuclear facility and air base

4 killed and 18 US soldiers seriously wounded since the start of the campaign against Iran, according to a US Central Command spokesperson - CNN

Netanyahu at the site of the rocket strike in Beit Shemesh: The day the Iranian people will rid themselves of the regime is approaching.

The US Secretary of Defense on the killing of 4 Americans: One of the air defenses struck a fortified tactical operations source.

The UAE Civil Aviation Authority announces the operation of exceptional flights to allow stranded and affected passengers to leave.

Cyprus, the United Kingdom, the United States and Greece are in constant communication following the drone strike in Akrotiri, a Cypriot government spokesperson says

US SecDef Hegseth does not rule out putting US boots on the ground in Iran, says there are not currently any there "We're not going to go into the exercise of what we will or will not do," he says

US Joint Chiefs of Staff Chairman: We intercepted hundreds of missiles fired at our forces and allies

Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. Dan Caine: Space and cyber operations disrupted communications networks during U.S. strikes on Iran

Explosion in western Tehran

Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. Dan Caine: Initial US strikes on Iran were led by Navy-fired Tomahawk missiles; US established "local air superiority" over Iran, allowing B-2 bombers to strike underground Iranian facilities

.@thejointstaff Chairman @Dan_Caine confirms: the war began with a "trigger event conducted by the Israeli defense forces, enabled by the US intelligence community."

US Joint Chiefs of Staff Chairman: More than 100 fighter jets, refueling aircraft, and bombers participated in the initial operation.

China's foreign minister tells Iran counterpart Beijing 'supports Iran in defending its sovereignty, security, territorial integrity': state media

Footage of intense Israeli-American airstrikes on Majidiyeh Square in Tehran and Sanandaj, the capital of Kurdistan.

Hegseth: "Israel has clear missions as well for which we are grateful. Capable partners are good partners, unlike so many of our traditional allies who wring their hands and clutch their pearls, hemming and hawing about the use of force . no stupid rules of engagement."

US Secretary of Defense: This operation is not like the Iraq War or a war without end.

The Israeli army: We destroyed more than 2,500 pieces of Iranian military equipment and 600 infrastructure sites.

U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth: “The U.S. mission in Iran is to destroy Iran’s missiles and navy and deny Tehran nuclear weapons.”

US Defense Secretary: We did not start the war with Iran and we tried to reach a deal, but Tehran was trying to buy time.

The Iran Watch website reported that several massive explosions rocked the Valiasr barracks in Sepah Square in Tehran.

Iranian media: New strikes on Tehran

All American military bases are now on heightened alert, according to a U.S. official who spoke to ABC News. nnBases worldwide are now at Force Protection Condition Bravo (FPCON Bravo), which Department of Defense policy defines as “an increased or more predictable threat of terrorist activity exists.” This is the highest level of security before an attack is considered imminent or likely, indicated by FPCON Charlie

An explosion has occurred near Farmanieh Street in Tehran.

U.S. air force B-1 strategic bombers conducted strikes overnight on above ground ballistic missile and command and control sites in Iran, U.S. official says

Iranian media reported an explosion near Sepah Square in Tehran.

IRGC’s Imam Ali base in Sanandaj was targeted

Airstrike near Abuzar town, northeastern Tehran

A series of intense Israeli airstrikes target the Iranian capital, Tehran.

CENTCOM: As of 7:30 am ET, March 2, four U.S. service members have been killed in action. The fourth service member, who was seriously wounded during Iran’s initial attacks, eventually succumbed to their injuries. Major combat operations continue and our response effort is ongoing.

8 passenger flights have been able to take off from Abu Dhabi since 14:00 local time

Data centers of Amazon's AWS in Bahrain, UAE facing power, connectivity issues, company says amid reported airstrikes across region

Airstrikes target Revolutionary Guard headquarters, Ferdowsi area, and military bases in Tehran

Israeli Defense Ministry Spokesperson: We deny the Iranian Revolutionary Guard's claims regarding attacks on the office of Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu.

Airstrike near Khazane, presumably IRGC Basij Bokharaei base Southern Tehran

Cyprus: Two drones heading towards the British airbase at Akrotiri on the island were intercepted.

A citizen sent a video to Iran International showing the black smoke from the explosions in Shahinshahr and saying that the site of the explosion was the Hesa Aircraft Industries Company.

Tasnim News Agency: US-Israeli airstrikes targeted the Iranian diplomatic police headquarters in Tehran.

Iranian President appoints Revolutionary Guard officer Majid Ibn Reza as acting defense minister

A reporter was killed and five others were wounded in an Israeli airstrike on the town of Hosh al-Rafqa, west of Baalbek district in eastern Lebanon.

Heavy and continuous bombardment of the capital, Tehran

Israeli Army Radio: 11 injured after an Iranian missile fell in Beersheba

Iranian missile strikes Be’er Sheva

Saudi Ministry of Defense Spokesperson: Five drones intercepted and destroyed near Prince Sultan Air Base

At least five explosions in Kuwait just now, a local tells Faytuks Network

CENTCOM: At 11:03 p.m. ET, March 1, three U.S. F-15E Strike Eagles flying in support of Operation Epic Fury went down over Kuwait due to an apparent friendly fire incident

The Israeli Air Force has launched a new "extensive" wave of airstrikes against Iranian regime targets in Tehran, the Israeli army announces

Two people are wounded, including one seriously, following a ballistic missile impact in Beersheba, first responders say

Medics and security forces are responding to reports of a ballistic missile impact in Beersheba

Explosion heard in the Iranian capital, Tehran

Fire department says they are responding to a number of impacts in the Mercaz, Yehuda and Shomron and in the Negev

The British sovereign territory of Dhekelia in Cyprus is being evacuated - Phileleftheros

US Department of State: Cyprus: There is information about a possible drone threat to Paphos region. Do not come to the Embassy unless of an emergency. The U.S. Embassy in Nicosia urges U.S. citizens in Cyprus to stay alert and safe

Qatari Ministry of Defense: One of the energy facilities in Ras Laffan Industrial City was attacked by an Iranian drone

The Israeli army: We completed a wave of simultaneous raids in Lebanon and Iran, targeting Hezbollah leaders and command centers.

Oman Maritime Security Center: Oil tanker crew evacuated northwest of Sultan Qaboos Port after fire broke out on board

Shortly after telling civilians they can leave bomb shelters, the Israeli army has detected another launch of ballistic missiles from Iran. Sirens are expected to sound in central Israel in the coming minutes

Air defenses intercepted at least two drones near Erbil airport in Iraqi Kurdistan, which houses US bases.

Electricity has been completely cut off across the city of Mahabad following large-scale U.S. and Israeli airstrikes on Monday morning, March 2, 2026, which targeted positions and institutions of the Islamic Republic, including the Intelligence Department in the city, according

UK Maritime Trade Operations: Two projectiles hit a ship in Bahrain port, crew evacuated

Oman Maritime Security Center: Oil tanker MKD Fium was attacked by a drone boat off the coast of Muscat Governorate

The Israel Defense Forces reported that during the night, Hezbollah fired several rockets toward Haifa and northern Israel. Hezbollah initiated the attack and chose to engage in this conflict, and will pay a heavy price for it. In response to the attack, the Israeli army launched extensive strikes against Hezbollah terrorist targets throughout Lebanon, including in Beirut. We targeted dozens of headquarters, launch sites, and senior commanders. We also issued evacuation warnings for over fifty villages in Lebanon where Hezbollah terrorist infrastructure is located, which we will target later. Hezbollah has once again chosen the Iranian regime over the people of Lebanon.

The Ras Al Khaimah Government Media Office: Authorities in the Emirate of Ras Al Khaimah are dealing with an incident in the Al Hamra village area this morning, resulting from falling debris following the successful interception of a drone by air defenses. No injuries were reported. The public is urged to obtain information from official sources.

A new “security threat” has been declared at the United Kingdom’s Akrotiri air force base in Cyprus shortly after midday on Monday, the Cyprus Mail has learned

Public Relations of the Iranian Revolutionary Guard: The armed forces targeted the office of the Prime Minister of Israel and the site of the Israeli Air Force Commander with surprise and precise attacks using "Khaibar" missiles.

Israeli Home Front Command: Sirens sound in Tel Aviv, central and southern Israel

Iranian drone crashes in Nabaa al-Sakhr town in Quneitra countryside. The Quneitra Media Directorate announced that an Iranian drone crashed in the town of Nabaa al-Sakhr in the province's countryside, as a result of Israeli air defenses intercepting it, without any casualties reported. The directorate released video footage showing the moment of the crash.

Air raid sirens are now blaring in various areas of Jorda

Qatar is no longer engaging with the Iranian government, with Qatar's Foreign Minister saying that Iran's attacks "can't be left without a retaliation" and that they must pay a price for its attacks against the country

Iran: 3 Revolutionary Guards and 5 soldiers killed in raids on Lorestan province

AFP, citing a source: Saudi Arabia intercepted Iranian missiles targeting Prince Sultan Air Base near Riyadh

The Jordanian Foreign Ministry says it summoned the Iranian chargé d'affaires in Amman to protest against "the attacks that targeted Jordanian territory and brotherly Arab countries."

Iranian attacks targeted civilian infrastructure in Qatar including airport, spokesperson says

Iran's ambassador to Vienna: The Natanz nuclear facility was targeted by US-Israeli strikes.

A joint statement from Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar, Jordan, and the United States: We reaffirm our right to self-defense against Iranian attacks.

Abu Dhabi Media Office: Debris falls after air defenses intercept drones

Abu Dhabi authorities responding to reports of debris falling from a successful shoot down of Iranian drone on a warehouse in ICAD, Mussafah area. No injuries reported

Massive airstrikes on Iran’s capital Tehran minutes ago

555 people have been killed in US and Israeli attacks across Iran, the country's Red Crescent Society said.Over 100,000 paramedics are responding to attacks that has so far impacted 131 of Iran's 491 counties, said the society, which is part of the global network of national Red Cross and Red Crescent societies. The death toll figure was, "based on our emergency teams' field reports," the organisation said.

French Foreign Minister: The actions taken by America and Israel should have been discussed before they occurred.

An Iranian drone was shot down over the city of Ankhil in the northern countryside of Daraa province, after being targeted by Israeli air defenses

Based on shared footage online, it appears two separate F-15 jets may have crashed — one fully engulfed in flames, the other with fire visible near the right engine only. This could explain Kuwait’s announcement that several jets crashed

Britain: Air base in Cyprus remains operational despite attack

British Foreign Secretary: The malign Iranian regime has posed a threat to us and continues to pose a threat to our partners in the region.

Kuwait Army General Staff Head Quarters: The official spokesperson for the Ministry of Defense announced that several US warplanes crashed this morning, confirming that all crew members survived. He explained that the relevant authorities immediately initiated search and rescue procedures, evacuating the crews and transporting them to the hospital for medical evaluation and treatment. He noted that their condition is stable. The spokesperson added that coordination is underway with friendly US forces regarding the circumstances of the incident, and joint technical procedures are being implemented. He affirmed that the relevant authorities are continuing their investigations to determine the cause of the crash, urging the public to obtain information from official sources

Iranian media: Explosion heard on Kish Island in the south of the country; Shiraz and Kerman targeted by airstrikes

Reuters reports a drone strike targeted a Saudi Aramco refinery, and operations were suspended as a precaution. A small, isolated fire was brought under control in Ras Tanura.

Israeli military: Air Force continues to launch raids across Iran, targeting missile launch sites

Reuters, quoting the Cypriot president: The British airbase at Akrotiri was attacked by a drone. Authorities are on high alert, and we are not participating in any military operations in the region.

Iran reportedly struck Saudi oil infrastructure, including Aramco's Ras Tanura facility — one of the world's largest oil export hubs

Chinese Foreign Ministry: US and Israeli strikes on Iran violate international law; we are concerned about the escalation of the conflict.

Spokesman for the Khatam al-Anbiya Command in Iran: The American base in Ali al-Salem, Kuwait, has been taken out of service.

Intense shelling and targeting of the naval bases and vital sites of the terrorist Revolutionary Guard Corps in Bandar Abbas