US-Israel-Iran War Highlights: Donald Trump says Iranian military has been ‘wiped out’; Indian embassy in Qatar issues advisory
US-Israel-Iran War Highlights: The US-Israel war on Iran is rapidly widening, with missile exchanges, naval strikes and regional spillover pushing the Middle East into one of its most volatile crises in decades. Iran has launched fresh missiles at Israel, while Israel has expanded strikes to Hezbollah targets in Lebanon. A US submarine has sunk an Iranian warship in the Indian Ocean, marking a dramatic escalation at sea.
Casualties continue to mount, with more than 1,000 reported dead in Iran and dozens killed in Lebanon and Israel. Tehran is under sustained bombardment, and the search for a successor to Ayatollah Ali Khamenei adds further uncertainty to Iran’s political future. The United Nations says tens of thousands have fled the capital.
In Washington, Senate Republicans blocked an effort to limit President Trump’s war powers, signalling strong political backing for continued operations. The White House maintains that US ground troops are not part of the current plan but has not ruled out future options.
The conflict is also disrupting global trade and energy supplies. Missile attacks in and around the Strait of Hormuz have sharply reduced tanker traffic, sending oil prices higher and unsettling financial markets. Shipping giants are suspending routes as security risks grow.
Stay with this live blog for real-time updates, key statements, battlefield developments, diplomatic moves and economic fallout as the crisis unfolds.
Casualties continue to mount, with more than 1,000 reported dead in Iran and dozens killed in Lebanon and Israel. Tehran is under sustained bombardment, and the search for a successor to Ayatollah Ali Khamenei adds further uncertainty to Iran’s political future. The United Nations says tens of thousands have fled the capital.
In Washington, Senate Republicans blocked an effort to limit President Trump’s war powers, signalling strong political backing for continued operations. The White House maintains that US ground troops are not part of the current plan but has not ruled out future options.
The conflict is also disrupting global trade and energy supplies. Missile attacks in and around the Strait of Hormuz have sharply reduced tanker traffic, sending oil prices higher and unsettling financial markets. Shipping giants are suspending routes as security risks grow.
Stay with this live blog for real-time updates, key statements, battlefield developments, diplomatic moves and economic fallout as the crisis unfolds.
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07:37 (IST) Mar 07
Iran War News: Israel accuses Iran of using cluster munitions in missile strikes
Israel stated on Friday that Iran has deployed cluster bombs "multiple times" since the outbreak of the war, which began with a joint US-Israeli offensive on February 28.
Lieutenant Colonel Nadav Shoshani, an Israeli military spokesperson, characterised the use of these weapons as a war crime when directed at civilian populations, noting that the IDF is actively tracking the situation.
Lieutenant Colonel Nadav Shoshani, an Israeli military spokesperson, characterised the use of these weapons as a war crime when directed at civilian populations, noting that the IDF is actively tracking the situation.
06:38 (IST) Mar 07
US Iran War News: Hegseth dismisses reports of Russian intel aiding Iran
In an interview with CBS’s 60 Minutes airing Sunday, war secretary Pete Hegseth stated the United States is "not concerned" about reports that Russia is providing intelligence to Iran regarding US troop movements.
While declining to confirm the specific reports, Hegseth emphasised that American commanders are "aware of everything" and that the US has the "best intelligence in the world."
The war secretary noted that the US is tracking all communications and that the military "mitigates it as we need to."
While declining to confirm the specific reports, Hegseth emphasised that American commanders are "aware of everything" and that the US has the "best intelligence in the world."
The war secretary noted that the US is tracking all communications and that the military "mitigates it as we need to."
06:27 (IST) Mar 07
US Iran War News: 'Unconditional surrender' defined by total military destruction, says Donald Trump
In an interview with Axios on Friday, President Donald Trump clarified his demand for the "unconditional surrender" of Iran, stating it could be achieved through the total annihilation of the country's military power rather than a formal diplomatic capitulation.
"Unconditional surrender could be that [the Iranians] announce it. But it could also be when they can’t fight any longer because they don’t have anyone or anything to fight with," Trump told the outlet.
The US President's comments suggest that the US and Israel may pursue the complete destruction of the Islamic Republic's military capabilities as a primary objective of Operation Epic Fury.
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt reinforced this stance, noting that Iran will be considered in a state of surrender once the President determines it "no longer poses a threat" to the United States.
"Unconditional surrender could be that [the Iranians] announce it. But it could also be when they can’t fight any longer because they don’t have anyone or anything to fight with," Trump told the outlet.
The US President's comments suggest that the US and Israel may pursue the complete destruction of the Islamic Republic's military capabilities as a primary objective of Operation Epic Fury.
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt reinforced this stance, noting that Iran will be considered in a state of surrender once the President determines it "no longer poses a threat" to the United States.
06:02 (IST) Mar 07
Iran War News: Saudi Arabia intercepts ballistic missile targeting Prince Sultan Air Base
Saudi Arabia announced on Saturday that its air defence forces intercepted and destroyed a ballistic missile launched toward Prince Sultan Air Base, located southeast of Riyadh in Al-Kharj.
The ministry of defense confirmed the interception via a statement on X, noting that the threat was neutralised before reaching its target.
The ministry of defense confirmed the interception via a statement on X, noting that the threat was neutralised before reaching its target.
05:19 (IST) Mar 07
Israel Iran War News: No injuries reported following latest Iranian missile strike
Israeli medical officials confirmed on Saturday that there were no reports of injuries following the latest Iranian ballistic missile attack.
According to preliminary military assessments, only a small number of missiles were launched in the salvo, which triggered air raid sirens across southern and central Israel, including the Tel Aviv metropolitan area.
The IDF reported that air defence systems successfully engaged the threats, and there were no confirmed reports of direct impacts on residential or strategic areas.
Following the interception, the IDF Home Front Command informed civilians that they could safely leave bomb shelters, though they were advised to remain vigilant and stay near protected spaces.
According to preliminary military assessments, only a small number of missiles were launched in the salvo, which triggered air raid sirens across southern and central Israel, including the Tel Aviv metropolitan area.
The IDF reported that air defence systems successfully engaged the threats, and there were no confirmed reports of direct impacts on residential or strategic areas.
Following the interception, the IDF Home Front Command informed civilians that they could safely leave bomb shelters, though they were advised to remain vigilant and stay near protected spaces.
04:39 (IST) Mar 07
US-Iran War: Indian Embassies in Qatar and Kuwait issue emergency advisories
The Indian Embassy in Doha announced on Saturday that it has activated additional 24/7 helpline numbers to assist Indian nationals as the security situation in West Asia continues to deteriorate. In a post on X, the Embassy shared the following contact details:
Helpline Numbers: +974 55647502, +974 55362508, +974 55384683
Email: cons.doha@mea.gov.in
The Embassy also highlighted community-led initiatives by the Indian Cultural Centre (ICC) and the Indian Community Benevolent Forum (ICBF), which have established dedicated helpdesks operating from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
Meanwhile, the Embassy of India in Kuwait urged citizens to remain indoors and strictly follow instructions from the General Staff of the Armed Forces, particularly if missiles or unidentified falling objects are observed. This follows the closure of Kuwaiti airspace on February 28 and the cancellation of several CBSE examinations originally scheduled for early March.
Helpline Numbers: +974 55647502, +974 55362508, +974 55384683
Email: cons.doha@mea.gov.in
The Embassy also highlighted community-led initiatives by the Indian Cultural Centre (ICC) and the Indian Community Benevolent Forum (ICBF), which have established dedicated helpdesks operating from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
Meanwhile, the Embassy of India in Kuwait urged citizens to remain indoors and strictly follow instructions from the General Staff of the Armed Forces, particularly if missiles or unidentified falling objects are observed. This follows the closure of Kuwaiti airspace on February 28 and the cancellation of several CBSE examinations originally scheduled for early March.
04:32 (IST) Mar 07
US-Iran War: Israel launches 'broad-scale' strikes on Tehran
Israel announced early Friday that it has initiated a "broad-scale" wave of airstrikes against government and regime infrastructure in Tehran.
The IDF statement confirmed these strikes follow a transition into the "next phase" of the conflict, aimed at intensifying pressure on Iran's military capabilities and leadership foundations.
The IDF noted that this offensive was launched shortly after detecting a new round of Iranian missile fire directed toward Israeli territory.
The IDF statement confirmed these strikes follow a transition into the "next phase" of the conflict, aimed at intensifying pressure on Iran's military capabilities and leadership foundations.
The IDF noted that this offensive was launched shortly after detecting a new round of Iranian missile fire directed toward Israeli territory.
04:15 (IST) Mar 07
US-Iran War: Sirens sound across central and southern Israel amid new missile barrage
The IDF announced late Friday that it detected a new launch of ballistic missiles from Iran, ending a brief lull in the conflict. Sirens were activated across Beersheba and the surrounding southern region, while the Home Front Command issued an early warning for central Israel, including the Tel Aviv metropolitan area.
Residents in Beersheba reported hearing several loud explosions as Israeli air defences engaged the incoming projectiles.
While no direct impacts or injuries were immediately reported in the southern salvo, the IDF warned that sirens were expected to sound in central Israel within minutes of the detection.
Residents in Beersheba reported hearing several loud explosions as Israeli air defences engaged the incoming projectiles.
While no direct impacts or injuries were immediately reported in the southern salvo, the IDF warned that sirens were expected to sound in central Israel within minutes of the detection.
04:05 (IST) Mar 07
US-Iran War: US to deploys 'Merops' anti-drone system to Middle East
Two US officials told the news agency Associated Press on Friday that an American anti-drone system, Merops, will soon be deployed to the Middle East to bolster defenses against Iranian drones.
While Patriot and THAAD systems have successfully intercepted missiles, officials admitted that current anti-drone defences in the region have been "disappointing" against Iran’s vast inventory of Shahed drones.
Produced by Perennial Autonomy, Merops is a compact, AI-driven system that flies "drones against drones." It is designed to navigate even when communications are jammed and offers a cost-effective solution to the "math problem" described by Rep. Jim Himes—preventing the U.S. from using million-dollar interceptors against $50,000 threats.
The system has already seen success in Ukraine and NATO members Poland and Romania. President Zelenskyy confirmed Thursday that the US requested Ukraine’s assistance in combating the Shahed drones, with the Merops deployment being a key part of that collaboration.
Defense secretary Pete Hegseth noted that while no system can stop everything, the US is prioritising "maximum possible force protection" as Operation Epic Fury continues.
While Patriot and THAAD systems have successfully intercepted missiles, officials admitted that current anti-drone defences in the region have been "disappointing" against Iran’s vast inventory of Shahed drones.
Produced by Perennial Autonomy, Merops is a compact, AI-driven system that flies "drones against drones." It is designed to navigate even when communications are jammed and offers a cost-effective solution to the "math problem" described by Rep. Jim Himes—preventing the U.S. from using million-dollar interceptors against $50,000 threats.
The system has already seen success in Ukraine and NATO members Poland and Romania. President Zelenskyy confirmed Thursday that the US requested Ukraine’s assistance in combating the Shahed drones, with the Merops deployment being a key part of that collaboration.
Defense secretary Pete Hegseth noted that while no system can stop everything, the US is prioritising "maximum possible force protection" as Operation Epic Fury continues.
03:42 (IST) Mar 07
US-Iran War: Drone strikes oil facility in Southern Iraq for second time
A drone struck an oil facility housing foreign energy companies in Basra, southern Iraq, on Friday, marking the second such attack in the region.
According to security sources, three drones targeted the Burjesia oil complex; while two were successfully shot down by defence systems, a third managed to strike the site.
According to security sources, three drones targeted the Burjesia oil complex; while two were successfully shot down by defence systems, a third managed to strike the site.
03:31 (IST) Mar 07
US Iran War News: Defense firms agree to quadruple production of 'exquisite' weaponry
US President Donald Trump announced on Friday that the CEOs of the nation’s largest defence manufacturing companies have agreed to quadruple the production of "exquisite class" weaponry.
Following a meeting at the White House with leaders from Lockheed Martin, Raytheon, Boeing, Northrop Grumman, BAE Systems, Honeywell, and L3Harris, Trump stated the goal is to reach maximum quantity levels as rapidly as possible.
In a post on Truth Social, the President noted that while the US maintains a "virtually unlimited supply" of medium-grade munitions—referencing their current use in Operation Epic Fury in Iran and their recent use in Venezuela—orders for those levels have also been increased.
He added that plant expansions began three months ago and that states across the country are currently bidding for the new manufacturing facilities.
Following a meeting at the White House with leaders from Lockheed Martin, Raytheon, Boeing, Northrop Grumman, BAE Systems, Honeywell, and L3Harris, Trump stated the goal is to reach maximum quantity levels as rapidly as possible.
In a post on Truth Social, the President noted that while the US maintains a "virtually unlimited supply" of medium-grade munitions—referencing their current use in Operation Epic Fury in Iran and their recent use in Venezuela—orders for those levels have also been increased.
He added that plant expansions began three months ago and that states across the country are currently bidding for the new manufacturing facilities.
03:01 (IST) Mar 07
US Iran War News: Qatar partially reopens airspace for evacuation flights
The Qatar Civil Aviation Authority (QCAA) announced on Friday that the Gulf state’s airspace has partially reopened via designated contingency routes with limited capacity.
The airspace was previously closed to all traffic following the start of the Iranian missile and drone campaign in response to U.S.-Israeli strikes.
This partial resumption is dedicated to a limited number of passenger evacuation and air cargo flights. However, regular scheduled commercial flights to and from Doha remain suspended.
Authorities emphasized that passengers should not proceed to the airport unless they have received official confirmation of an assigned evacuation flight from their airline.
The airspace was previously closed to all traffic following the start of the Iranian missile and drone campaign in response to U.S.-Israeli strikes.
This partial resumption is dedicated to a limited number of passenger evacuation and air cargo flights. However, regular scheduled commercial flights to and from Doha remain suspended.
Authorities emphasized that passengers should not proceed to the airport unless they have received official confirmation of an assigned evacuation flight from their airline.
02:46 (IST) Mar 07
Israel Iran War: Macron condemns 'unacceptable' attack on UN Peacekeepers
French President Emmanuel Macron on Friday condemned an "unacceptable attack" on UN peacekeeping forces (UNIFIL) in southern Lebanon. The condemnation followed a strike on a Ghanaian battalion position in the town of Al-Qaouzah, which resulted in several injuries.
"France is working with its partners to prevent the conflict from spreading further in the region," Macron stated on X, emphasising the "key stabilizing role" played by UNIFIL.
His comments came after discussions with Lebanese President Joseph Aoun and Syrian officials, during which he reiterated the need to preserve Lebanon’s territorial integrity amidst the expanding US-Israeli campaign against Iran and its allies.
"France is working with its partners to prevent the conflict from spreading further in the region," Macron stated on X, emphasising the "key stabilizing role" played by UNIFIL.
His comments came after discussions with Lebanese President Joseph Aoun and Syrian officials, during which he reiterated the need to preserve Lebanon’s territorial integrity amidst the expanding US-Israeli campaign against Iran and its allies.
02:20 (IST) Mar 07
Iran War News: Putin calls for halt to ‘armed aggression’ against Iran in phone call with Iran's Pezeshkian
Russian President Vladimir Putin held a phone conversation with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on Friday, calling for an immediate end to hostilities. During the call, Putin expressed condolences for the killing of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, his family, and members of the country's military and political leadership during the U.S.-Israeli campaign.
Putin reaffirmed Russia’s position that "armed aggression" against Iran must cease and that force should be abandoned in favour of diplomatic efforts.
He also noted his ongoing contact with leaders of the Gulf Cooperation Council. President Pezeshkian thanked Russia for its solidarity in defending Iranian sovereignty and provided a detailed briefing on the current phase of the conflict.
Putin reaffirmed Russia’s position that "armed aggression" against Iran must cease and that force should be abandoned in favour of diplomatic efforts.
He also noted his ongoing contact with leaders of the Gulf Cooperation Council. President Pezeshkian thanked Russia for its solidarity in defending Iranian sovereignty and provided a detailed briefing on the current phase of the conflict.
01:52 (IST) Mar 07
US Iran War News: Explosion reported at Erbil Hotel following US warning
A loud bang was heard Friday evening in Erbil, the capital of Iraq's autonomous Kurdistan region, followed by smoke rising from a hotel, according to an AFP journalist.
Smoke was seen billowing from the upper floors of the Erbil Arjaan by Rotana hotel as firefighters arrived at the scene.
The incident occurred shortly after the United States warned that Iranian-backed fighters might target hotels in the region frequented by foreigners.
The US embassy had previously issued a security notice strongly encouraging citizens to depart and reconsider their lodging options.
Smoke was seen billowing from the upper floors of the Erbil Arjaan by Rotana hotel as firefighters arrived at the scene.
The incident occurred shortly after the United States warned that Iranian-backed fighters might target hotels in the region frequented by foreigners.
The US embassy had previously issued a security notice strongly encouraging citizens to depart and reconsider their lodging options.
01:47 (IST) Mar 07
Israel Iran War: Ministry of civil aviation monitors flight operations
The ministry of civil aviation is closely monitoring the evolving situation in West Asia as it impacts air travel between India and the region. In response to the ongoing conflict, airlines are making necessary operational adjustments to prioritise passenger safety and maintain orderly flight operations.
Recent passenger data for March 5 reveals that 40 inbound flights operated by Indian carriers arrived from West Asia, carrying 7,205 passengers.
This brings the cumulative total of arrivals to 14,992. For March 6, Indian carriers planned 51 flights, though these remain subject to operational feasibility and the prevailing security conditions.
Recent passenger data for March 5 reveals that 40 inbound flights operated by Indian carriers arrived from West Asia, carrying 7,205 passengers.
This brings the cumulative total of arrivals to 14,992. For March 6, Indian carriers planned 51 flights, though these remain subject to operational feasibility and the prevailing security conditions.
01:22 (IST) Mar 07
US Iran War News: 'We have more than enough ammunition', says White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt
01:16 (IST) Mar 07
US Iran War News: White House says Operation Epic Fury may last 4–6 weeks; Iranian navy ‘combat ineffective’
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt stated Friday that the primary military objectives of Operation Epic Fury are expected to be completed within four to six weeks. She reported that the U.S. military has "annihilated" the Iranian Navy, sinking more than 30 vessels and rendering the force "combat ineffective."
Leavitt also highlighted the successful neutralisation of the ballistic missile threat to US troops and regional bases, noting that the military has done a "tremendous job" in the opening week of the campaign.
Leavitt also highlighted the successful neutralisation of the ballistic missile threat to US troops and regional bases, noting that the military has done a "tremendous job" in the opening week of the campaign.
01:09 (IST) Mar 07
Iran War News: Russia reportedly shares intelligence with Tehran
Russia has provided Iran with information to help target American warships and aircraft in the region, according to US intelligence sources. While officials note that Moscow is not directing Iranian actions, this marks its first involvement in the week-old US-Israeli campaign.
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt downplayed the report, stating it has made no difference as US forces are "completely decimating" Iranian operations.
Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov confirmed ongoing dialogue with Tehran but refrained from commenting on specific military or intelligence aid. Despite these developments, the White House maintains that peace remains an achievable goal in the Russia-Ukraine conflict.
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt downplayed the report, stating it has made no difference as US forces are "completely decimating" Iranian operations.
Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov confirmed ongoing dialogue with Tehran but refrained from commenting on specific military or intelligence aid. Despite these developments, the White House maintains that peace remains an achievable goal in the Russia-Ukraine conflict.
01:05 (IST) Mar 07
US Iran War News: Washington warns of potential hotel attacks in Iraqi Kurdistan
The United States issued a warning on Friday that Iranian-backed fighters may target hotels in Iraqi Kurdistan frequented by foreigners. This security alert comes as Washington again urges Americans to leave the country amid the expanding regional conflict.
In a security notice, the US embassy in Baghdad stated, "US citizens are strongly encouraged to depart as soon as they are safely able to do so, and reconsider lodging options if choosing not to depart."
In a security notice, the US embassy in Baghdad stated, "US citizens are strongly encouraged to depart as soon as they are safely able to do so, and reconsider lodging options if choosing not to depart."
00:36 (IST) Mar 07
US Iran War News: Azerbaijan claims to thwart Iranian 'terrorist' attacks; arrests seven
Azerbaijan announced on Friday that it has prevented a series of Iranian "terrorist" attacks on its territory. This development comes a day after Baku accused Iran of launching drone strikes at an airport and a school in an Azerbaijani border region.
According to Azerbaijan’s state security service, the agency has "prevented terrorist acts and intelligence operations in Azerbaijan organised by Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC)."
The service further confirmed that seven Azerbaijani nationals have been arrested in connection with these operations.
According to Azerbaijan’s state security service, the agency has "prevented terrorist acts and intelligence operations in Azerbaijan organised by Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC)."
The service further confirmed that seven Azerbaijani nationals have been arrested in connection with these operations.
00:28 (IST) Mar 07
Israel Iran War: Rockets target military bases in Baghdad and Taji
Iraqi security sources reported that a rocket attack targeted a military base housing a US diplomatic center near Baghdad International Airport.
Additionally, military sources confirmed that two Katyusha rockets targeted the Taji military base, located north of Baghdad.
Additionally, military sources confirmed that two Katyusha rockets targeted the Taji military base, located north of Baghdad.
00:27 (IST) Mar 07
Israel Iran War: UN chief warns of 'unlawful attacks' as conflict spreads
United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres condemned "unlawful attacks" across the Middle East on Friday, warning that the situation could spiral out of control as the conflict spreads to multiple countries.
This follows a massive air campaign launched by US and Israeli forces against Iran on February 28, to which Iran has retaliated with strikes against Israel and Gulf countries.
While Washington stated the goal was to curb nuclear and missile threats, the campaign has decapitated the Iranian government, and President Donald Trump is now demanding "unconditional surrender." Guterres emphasized that these attacks are causing tremendous suffering to civilians and pose a grave risk to the global economy.
"The situation could spiral beyond anyone's control," he stated, calling for an end to the fighting and a move toward serious diplomatic negotiations.
UN humanitarian chief Tom Fletcher also spoke on Friday, noting that approximately a billion dollars a day is being spent on destruction while aid budgets for those in need are being cut.
Fletcher warned of an "increasingly deadly alliance of technology and killing with impunity" and noted that the war is tearing through markets, supply chains, and food prices, hitting the most vulnerable people the hardest.
This follows a massive air campaign launched by US and Israeli forces against Iran on February 28, to which Iran has retaliated with strikes against Israel and Gulf countries.
While Washington stated the goal was to curb nuclear and missile threats, the campaign has decapitated the Iranian government, and President Donald Trump is now demanding "unconditional surrender." Guterres emphasized that these attacks are causing tremendous suffering to civilians and pose a grave risk to the global economy.
"The situation could spiral beyond anyone's control," he stated, calling for an end to the fighting and a move toward serious diplomatic negotiations.
UN humanitarian chief Tom Fletcher also spoke on Friday, noting that approximately a billion dollars a day is being spent on destruction while aid budgets for those in need are being cut.
Fletcher warned of an "increasingly deadly alliance of technology and killing with impunity" and noted that the war is tearing through markets, supply chains, and food prices, hitting the most vulnerable people the hardest.
00:07 (IST) Mar 07
Iran War News: Drones target military base at Baghdad airport
Security sources told news agency AFP that a drone attack targeted a military base at Baghdad airport, which hosts a US diplomatic facility, on Friday evening.
One security official stated that "four drones targeted" the base, while another reported that at least two of the drones crashed inside the facility. Several drone attacks have been intercepted near the airport since the beginning of the war in the Middle East.
One security official stated that "four drones targeted" the base, while another reported that at least two of the drones crashed inside the facility. Several drone attacks have been intercepted near the airport since the beginning of the war in the Middle East.
23:09 (IST) Mar 06
Israel hits over 400 sites across Iran; Tehran launches fresh strikes against Tel Aviv
"The Air Force is attacking at this moment in western Iran: more than 400 infrastructures of the Iranian terror regime have been struckA defence system that was en route to a launch position has been attackedThe Air Force continues to strike in western Iran. Throughout the day, numerous munitions have been dropped on more than 400 targets of the Iranian terror regime across several areas in western Iran.Among the targets attacked were ballistic missile launchers and storage facilities for unmanned aerial vehicles of the regime.As part of the strikes, an Air Force aircraft identified a lorry carrying a defence system of the Iranian terror regime in the Ha'arud area, as it attempted to transport the system to another area in Iran.Following the identification, the lorry was attacked, thereby destroying the Iranian defence system.The Air Force continues to operate with the aim of reducing as far as possible the scale of fire towards the territory of the State of Israel," IDF said.
22:53 (IST) Mar 06
US Iran War: Israel says Iran, Hezbollah coordinated missile launches Thursday
"We... identified yesterday simultaneous and coordinated attacks between Iran and Hezbollah, simultaneous missile launching from both Iran and Lebanon in an attempt to overwhelm our aerial defence systems," military spokesman Lieutenant Colonel Nadav Shoshani told journalists.
22:36 (IST) Mar 06
Israel Iran War: Only nine commercial ships detected crossing the Hormuz Strait since Monday, reports AFP
Meanwhile, US oil contract soared above $90 on Iran fallout.
22:09 (IST) Mar 06
Israel Iran War: Iran Guards say targeted US base in UAE over school strike, reports AFP
Iran’s Revolutionary Guards said they had targeted a US base in the United Arab Emirates that they claimed was used to launch a strike on a school. Iranian authorities said the attack on Saturday struck a girls’ elementary school in Minab county in the country’s south, killing more than 150 people, including students. AFP has not been able to access the site to verify the incident or independently confirm the reported death toll.
21:58 (IST) Mar 06
Israel Iran War: Iraq, Kurds say country not a launchpad against neighbours
The Iraqi government and the autonomous Kurdistan region said that Iraq must not be used as a base for attacks against neighbouring countries, after reports that militants could attempt to cross into Iran.
Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani and Kurdistan Region President Nechirvan Barzani agreed during a phone call that “Iraqi territory must not be used as a launching point for attacks against neighbouring countries,” according to a statement from the premier’s media office.
Meanwhile, Iran warned Friday it would target “all the facilities” of Iraqi Kurdistan if exiled Kurdish Iranian militants were allowed to cross into Iranian territory.
Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani and Kurdistan Region President Nechirvan Barzani agreed during a phone call that “Iraqi territory must not be used as a launching point for attacks against neighbouring countries,” according to a statement from the premier’s media office.
Meanwhile, Iran warned Friday it would target “all the facilities” of Iraqi Kurdistan if exiled Kurdish Iranian militants were allowed to cross into Iranian territory.
21:52 (IST) Mar 06
Israel Iran War: Kurdish Iranian dissidents in Iraq deny attack plans but say they would join a US invasion of Iran
Officials from an armed Iranian Kurdish dissident group based in northern Iraq told The Associated Press that they are not planning an immediate cross-border attack on Iran, but would join a ground offensive if the United States launched one.
The remarks appeared intended to reassure Iraqi Kurdish authorities, who have said they do not want their territory used to launch attacks on Iran, fearing deeper involvement in the Middle East conflict triggered by US and Israeli strikes on Iran.
The remarks appeared intended to reassure Iraqi Kurdish authorities, who have said they do not want their territory used to launch attacks on Iran, fearing deeper involvement in the Middle East conflict triggered by US and Israeli strikes on Iran.
20:53 (IST) Mar 06
Israel Iran War: First post from Khamenei's X account after his death, post says 'Zionist regime has made a big mistake'
20:44 (IST) Mar 06
US Iran War: Trump says 'moving thousands of people out of various countries throughout the Middle East'
"We are moving thousands of people out of various Countries throughout the Middle East. It is being done quietly, but seamlessly. The State Department, under Secretary Marco Rubio, is doing a great job!" he said.
20:38 (IST) Mar 06
Israel Iran War: Iran’s Revolutionary Guards target US forces at Al Dhafra air base in UAE, Ali Al Salem base in Kuwait, reports state media
Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps said it had targeted US forces at Al Dhafra Air Base in the United Arab Emirates and Ali Al Salem Air Base in Kuwait, according to Iranian state media. The strikes are part of Tehran’s widening retaliation campaign against US military assets across the Gulf following the escalating conflict with the United States and Israel.
20:30 (IST) Mar 06
Israel Iran War: Two loud blasts heard in Tehran, reports AFP
Two loud explosions were heard in eastern Tehran on Friday, AFP journalists reported, in an area of the Iranian capital that has frequently been targeted in strikes by the United States and Israel during their campaign.
A journalist heard the blasts at around 6pm local time (1430 GMT) and saw two large plumes of black smoke rising in the eastern part of the city, while a third, smaller cloud was visible on the horizon. It was not immediately clear what had been hit. The Shargh daily reported that fighter jets had been circling the area.
20:13 (IST) Mar 06
US Iran War: Sri Lanka denounces war deaths, houses Iran sailors
Sri Lanka condemned the human cost of the Middle East conflict as it sheltered more than 250 Iranian sailors, two days after a deadly torpedo attack on another Iranian vessel. The crew from the second ship were brought ashore on Thursday and are being housed at a military camp near the capital, Colombo. Their vessel, IRIS Bushehr, is currently under Sri Lankan control.
The ship reported engine trouble and requested permission to enter port after another Iranian vessel, IRIS Dena, was struck by a US torpedo off Sri Lanka’s southern coast on Wednesday. Washington said it carried out the strike, which killed at least 84 Iranian sailors and left another 64 missing. Sri Lankan authorities rescued 32 injured survivors.
The ship reported engine trouble and requested permission to enter port after another Iranian vessel, IRIS Dena, was struck by a US torpedo off Sri Lanka’s southern coast on Wednesday. Washington said it carried out the strike, which killed at least 84 Iranian sailors and left another 64 missing. Sri Lankan authorities rescued 32 injured survivors.
19:54 (IST) Mar 06
US Iran War: US says to escort ships in Strait of Hormuz 'soon'
The US energy secretary said the US Navy could begin escorting vessels through the Strait of Hormuz “as soon as it’s reasonable,” as traffic through the crucial shipping route remains severely restricted amid the US-Israel conflict with Iran.
"As soon as it's reasonable to do it, we'll escort ships through the straits and get the energy moving again," Chris Wright told US broadcaster Fox News's "Fox and Friends" show.
19:28 (IST) Mar 06
"There will be no deal with Iran except UNCONDITIONAL SURRENDER! After that, and the selection of a GREAT & ACCEPTABLE Leader(s), we, and many of our wonderful and very brave allies and partners, will work tirelessly to bring Iran back from the brink of destruction, making it economically bigger, better, and stronger than ever before. IRAN WILL HAVE A GREAT FUTURE," he said in a post on Truth Social.
"MAKE IRAN GREAT AGAIN (MIGA!)" he concluded.
"MAKE IRAN GREAT AGAIN (MIGA!)" he concluded.
19:16 (IST) Mar 06
Israel Iran War: Hezbollah warns Israel residents to evacuate 5km from Lebanon border
The Iran-backed militant group Hezbollah warned Israeli residents to leave areas within five kilometres (three miles) of the Lebanon border, a day after Israel issued evacuation orders for people living in Beirut’s southern suburbs.
"This is due to the (Israeli) army's deployment of military vehicles and armoured personnel carriers in open areas, using these areas as military deployment points," it said.
18:58 (IST) Mar 06
Israel Iran War: Iran threatens to target Iraqi Kurdistan if militants enter country, reports Mehr news agency
"So far only the bases of the United States and Israel and separatist groups in the region have been targeted," the Mehr news agency reported, quoting a letter by Iran's defence council. It warned that if "the continued presence, plotting and entry" of militants into Iran is allowed, "all facilities of the Kurdistan Region of Iraq ... will be widely targeted."
18:45 (IST) Mar 06
Israel Iran War: Israeli army says conducted 'broad-scale' strikes in southern Beirut
The Israeli military said that it had struck a Hezbollah command centre and a drone storage facility in a “broad-scale wave of strikes” carried out overnight in Beirut’s southern suburbs. The bombardment followed an evacuation warning issued by the Israeli army for the densely populated area, a stronghold of the Iran-backed Hezbollah and home to hundreds of thousands of residents, prompting many people to flee in panic.
"As part of the strikes, an executive council's command centre and a facility storing UAVs (drones) utilised by Hezbollah for conducting attacks against the State of Israel were struck," the Israeli military said in a statement.
18:28 (IST) Mar 06
Israel Iran War: UK tells Bahrain its jets can provide extra defensive cover
Keir Starmer has told the king of Bahrain that four jets the UK is deploying to Qatar could be used to help defend the kingdom against Iranian missile and drone strikes targeting Gulf states.
“The Prime Minister also offered further defensive air cover from these jets for Bahrain to bolster their security,” Starmer told Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa in a call late on Thursday, according to a readout from Starmer’s office on Friday.
“The Prime Minister also offered further defensive air cover from these jets for Bahrain to bolster their security,” Starmer told Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa in a call late on Thursday, according to a readout from Starmer’s office on Friday.
18:24 (IST) Mar 06
US Iran War: New blasts heard in Kuwait City, report AFP
Kuwait’s defence ministry said earlier that 67 members of its armed forces have been wounded since Iran began its retaliatory campaign, marking the largest number of military injuries reported by any Gulf state.
18:11 (IST) Mar 06
Israel Iran War: Iran army says US bases in Kuwait attacked
"Over the past few hours, various types of destructive drones of the Army's ground forces have targeted American military bases in Kuwait in large numbers. These attacks will continue in the coming hours," the army said, according to Iranian state TV, AFP reported.
18:09 (IST) Mar 06
US Iran War: Two drones attack US military base near Iraq’s Erbil Airport
18:05 (IST) Mar 06
Israel Iran War: Iran military spokesman says forces targeted tanker in Gulf
"An oil tanker vessel owned by the United States near the borders of Kuwait has been targeted and is burning," AFP quoted Ebrahim Zolfaghari, spokesman for the military's central headquarters, saying, according to state TV.
17:58 (IST) Mar 06
US Iran War: Explosions heard in Bahrain capital, reports AFP
Multiple blasts were heard in the Bahraini capital Manama on Friday, according to an AFP correspondent, with warning sirens sounding as Iran pressed ahead with its retaliatory campaign in the Gulf.
17:50 (IST) Mar 06
Israel Iran War: Presidential buildings attacked in Tehran, reports Noor News
17:21 (IST) Mar 06
Israel Iran War: 3 US drones downed, American officials say
US officials said that three American MQ-9 Reaper drones were brought down. It is not clear exactly where the drones crashed, though one of them attempted to go down off the coast of Iran. Officials also said it remains unclear how the drones were downed or who was responsible. In a separate incident, another MQ-9 Reaper was shot down in recent days in what officials believe was friendly fire from Qatari forces, CBS News reported.
17:19 (IST) Mar 06
Israel Iran War: Iran fires Kheibar & Fattah ballistic missiles at Israel; sirens sound in Tel Aviv
The 22nd wave of Operation True Promise 4 began with a barrage of Khorramshahr 4, Kheibar, and Fattah missiles targeting the heart of the Israeli-occupied territories, IRNA news agency reported.
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The war between the United States, Israel and Iran has entered its sixth day, expanding across multiple fronts in the Middle East and sending shockwaves through global markets. Iran launched a new wave of missiles toward Israel early Thursday, triggering interceptions and fresh explosions, even as Israel confirmed new strikes in Beirut’s southern suburbs targeting the Iranian-backed Hezbollah group. The escalation follows intense US and Israeli bombardment of Iranian security forces, missile sites and symbols of state power.
In a major development, US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth confirmed that an American submarine torpedoed and sank an Iranian warship in the Indian Ocean. Sri Lankan authorities said 87 bodies have been recovered and dozens rescued. The conflict has also drawn in Bahrain, Kuwait and Turkey, where NATO air defences intercepted a ballistic missile launched from Iran.
Inside Iran, strikes have hit buildings linked to the Revolutionary Guard’s Basij force and internal security command. State television showed widespread destruction in Tehran and Qom. The mourning ceremony for Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, killed at the start of the war, has been postponed amid relentless attacks. Iran’s leadership is scrambling to choose a successor as more than 100,000 people have reportedly fled Tehran in the first days of fighting.
On Capitol Hill, Senate Republicans rejected a war powers resolution seeking to curb President Donald Trump’s authority to continue military operations without congressional approval. Trump has praised US military performance, rating it “about a 15” on a scale of 10, while the White House says no US ground troops are currently planned.
The humanitarian toll continues to rise. More than 1,000 people have been killed in Iran, over 70 in Lebanon and around a dozen in Israel, according to officials. Six US troops have also died. The conflict has disrupted global oil flows through the Strait of Hormuz, slashed tanker traffic by nearly 90 per cent and driven up energy prices, rattling stock markets worldwide.
This live blog brings you verified updates on military developments, political reactions, civilian impact, global diplomacy and the unfolding energy crisis.
In a major development, US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth confirmed that an American submarine torpedoed and sank an Iranian warship in the Indian Ocean. Sri Lankan authorities said 87 bodies have been recovered and dozens rescued. The conflict has also drawn in Bahrain, Kuwait and Turkey, where NATO air defences intercepted a ballistic missile launched from Iran.
Inside Iran, strikes have hit buildings linked to the Revolutionary Guard’s Basij force and internal security command. State television showed widespread destruction in Tehran and Qom. The mourning ceremony for Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, killed at the start of the war, has been postponed amid relentless attacks. Iran’s leadership is scrambling to choose a successor as more than 100,000 people have reportedly fled Tehran in the first days of fighting.
On Capitol Hill, Senate Republicans rejected a war powers resolution seeking to curb President Donald Trump’s authority to continue military operations without congressional approval. Trump has praised US military performance, rating it “about a 15” on a scale of 10, while the White House says no US ground troops are currently planned.
The humanitarian toll continues to rise. More than 1,000 people have been killed in Iran, over 70 in Lebanon and around a dozen in Israel, according to officials. Six US troops have also died. The conflict has disrupted global oil flows through the Strait of Hormuz, slashed tanker traffic by nearly 90 per cent and driven up energy prices, rattling stock markets worldwide.
This live blog brings you verified updates on military developments, political reactions, civilian impact, global diplomacy and the unfolding energy crisis.
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