Tehran skyline darkens as Israeli strikes intensify
Dubai: Massive clouds of smoke rose over Tehran after a series of powerful explosions shook the Iranian capital, as Israel confirmed it had launched fresh strikes deep inside the city. The attack came a day after a joint US-Israeli operation reportedly killed Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Kha»»»
Khamenei’s Killing ‘Defining Moment’ in Iran’s History, Says EU’s Kallas
EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas said Sunday that the killing of Iran's supreme leader Ali Khamenei in US-Israeli strikes was a defining moment in the country's history. "The death of Ali Khamenei is a defining moment in Iran's history. What comes next is uncertain. But there is now an open path»»»
Putin Calls Khamenei Killing ‘Cynical Violation’ of ‘Morality and International Law’
Russian President Vladimir Putin on Sunday slammed the United States and Israel's killing of Iran's supreme leader Ali Khamenei in as a "cynical violation" of morality and law. Tehran has stood by as one of Russia's closest allies throughout Moscow's Ukraine offensive and the Kremlin had earlier ca»»»
Lebanon's Hezbollah Vows to 'Confront Aggression' of US, Israel
Lebanese militant group Hezbollah vowed Sunday to confront the United States and Israel over their strikes on the group's key backer Iran. "We will undertake our duty of confronting the aggression," Hezbollah chief Naim Qassem said in a statement, adding that his movement would not leave "the field»»»
Saudi Arabia strongly condemns Iranآ’s blatant aggression against Oman
RIYADH, MARCH 1 (KUNA) -- The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia expressed on Sunday its strong condemnation and denunciation of Iranآ’s blatant aggression against the Sultanate of Oman and Iranآ’s flagrant violation of its sovereignty.The Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs affirmed in a statement the Kingdomآ»»»
Israeli occupation to carry out intensive strikes on Tehran
RAMALLAH, March 1 (KUNA) -- Israeli occupation said Sunday that it will operate a continuous airlift to carry out intensive strikes on targets in Tehran.The occupation army said the air force carried out a new wave of strikes overnight on 30 military targets in western and central Iran.In a stateme»»»
After Khamenei, who leads Iran and what’s next? The country enters a critical transition
Dubai: The death of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei — without a formally designated successor — plunges the Islamic Republic into its most critical leadership transition since the 1979 revolution, raising urgent questions about internal stability and the risk of broader regional escala»»»
Kuwait consulate in Jeddah urges nationals returning by land to contact officials
JEDDAH, March 1 (KUNA) - Kuwait's General Consulate in Jeddah called on citizens in Saudi Arabia's western area and wishing to return home via land to contact the consulate via the following numbers: (+966535571133) (+96522225504) (965159+) The consulate underlined in a statement necessity of adher»»»
Ordering food in UAE today? Here is why deliveries may be slow
Dubai: Food delivery platforms across the UAE have begun warning customers of delays after heightened regional tensions. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.Users placing orders on major platforms on Saturday encountered in-app alerts warning that delivery times could be l»»»
Jebel Jais temporarily closed as precaution amid US, Israel war with Iran
Ras Al Khaimah: As a precaution and in line with national guidance, Jebel Jais and all its attractions, activities, and restaurants will remain temporarily closed. Officials thanked the public for their understanding and cooperation during this period. Also In This Package Emirates suspends Dubai f»»»
General Tax Authority warns of fraud attempts targeting the public in Qatar
Doha, Qatar: The General Tax Authority has issued a warning to the public about fraudsters, who may exploit the current circumstances in the country, by impersonating the Authority through phone calls, messages, and emails requesting data updates, payments, or personal and banking information. The »»»
Hezbollah’s Sheikh Qassem: We pledge to you, our Leader Khamenei, to remain unwavering on your path, the path of struggle and resistance, steadfast in confronting the forces of arrogance and oppression - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Central Election Commission: No Problem with Voting Machines or Their Certification
There is no problem with the voting machines or their certification, Central Election Commission (CEC) Chair Kameliya Neykova told the Bulgarian National Radio on Sunday. The state has 12,837 voting machines. The warranty period has expired for some of them, but this does not mean they are not func»»»
UK Says ‘Few People Will Mourn’ Iran’s Khamenei
UK Defense Secretary John Healey said Sunday that "few people will mourn" Ali Khamenei, in the British government's first public response to the Iranian supreme leader's death in US-Israeli strikes. "Iran and the regime he's led for so long, it's a source of evil, murdering its own citizens and spo»»»
Report: CIA Intel Guided Strikes That Killed Iran Supreme Leader
CIA intelligence indicating Ali Khamenei would attend a meeting of top Iranian officials helped guide strikes in a US and Israeli attack that killed Iran's supreme leader, the New York Times reported Sunday. Khamenei was killed in the strikes on capital Tehran, Iranian state media confirmed Sunday,»»»
Weather: High temperatures between 17 and 26 degrees
Tunis, March 1 (TAP) - Locally dense mist is expected in the morning, followed by passing clouds across the country.Winds will blow from the east, remaining light to moderate and becoming relatively stronger toward the end of the day, especially...»»»
UK troops and civilians put at risk by Iran strikes, Healey says
The defence secretary has said protecting UK bases and civilians in the Middle East from "indiscriminate attacks" by Iran was his priority. John Healey told the BBC that "no-one will mourn" the death of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was killed on the first day of US and Israeli air str»»»
Alireza Arafi appointed to Iran’s Leadership Council :Al Jazeera
Doha, Qatar: Al Jazeera says Alireza Arafi, a cleric member of the Guardian Council, has been appointed as the jurist member of Iran’s Leadership Council. The body is tasked with fulfilling the supreme leader’s role until the Assembly of Experts elects a new leader. Arafi will be part of the tempo»»»
Iraq extends closure of its airspace until Monday noon
BAGHDAD, March 1 (KUNA) -- The Iraqi Civil Aviation Authority Sunday announced the extension of the closure of Iraqi airspace to all incoming, outgoing, and overflying aircraft for a period of 24 hours, ending at 12:00 PM Monday.The Civil Aviation Authority stated today that the closure is temporar»»»
Kuwait strongly condemns Iranian attacks on Oman
KUWAIT, March 1 (KUNA) - Kuwait's Foreign Ministry profoundly condemned Iranian attacks on Oman in a blatant violation of international law and United Nations' Charter.In a statement on Sunday, the Foreign Ministry affirmed Kuwait's solidarity with Oman and it's support to all measures it would tak»»»
Ahmad Vahidi Appointed Commander of Iran's IRGC - Reports
TEHRAN (Sputnik) - The Iranian Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has appointed Ahmad Vahidi, who previously served as an advisor, to the position of commander, the Iranian news agency Khabar Online reported. Vahidi was appointed to replace Mohammad Pakpour, killed in a recent attack. On Marc»»»
US-Israel war on Iran: Latest update on UAE airlines flight suspensions
Dubai: UAE airlines have issued fresh updates this afternoon confirming extended flight suspensions due to multiple regional airspace closures. This is a rapidly evolving situation, and authorities have warned that schedules may change at short notice. Passengers are urged to follow official source»»»
Bahraini Air Defence Systems effectively intercept fresh wave of ballistic missiles and drones
Manama, Bahrain: The Bahrain National Communication Centre (NCC) confirmed that the air defence systems of the Bahrain Defence Force have successfully intercepted and destroyed Iranian ballistic missiles and drones targeting the Kingdom of Bahrain. In a statement, the Centre stated that the Bahrain»»»
Hezbollah’s Sheikh Qassem: Whatever the cost, we’ll not forsake the field of honor and resistance, nor will we relent in confronting the US tyranny and the Zionist aggression in defense of our land, our dignity, and our independent choices - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Bahrain intercepts new wave of Iranian ballistic missile attacks
MANAMA, March 1 (KUNA) -- The National Communication Center of Bahrain announced Sunday that the kingdom's air defense missile systems effectively intercepted a new wave of hostile Iranian ballistic missiles and drones targeting Bahraini territory, successfully destroying them with high efficiency.»»»
Omani authorities report attack on oil tanker near Musandam
MUSCAT, March 1 (KUNA) - Omani Maritime Security Center has announced Sunday that the oil tanker SKYLIGHT, flagged to the Republic of Palau, was subjected to an attack approximately five nautical miles north of the port of Khasab in the Musandam Governorate.According to the Omani News, the entire c»»»
Putin Sends Condolences to Iran Over Khamenei Killing — Kremlin
Russian President Vladimir Putin expressed deep condolences to Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian over the killing of Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei and members of his family, Kremlin Spokesman Dmtry Peskov said. Putin said the assassination was carried out with a cynical disregard for human »»»
Major shipping firms halt Gulf operations as tensions escalate
Paris, March 1 (SANA) Two major global shipping companies have suspended operations in the Gulf as military exchanges between the United States, Israel and Iran intensify, raising concerns over disruptions to global trade and energy supplies. French shipping group CMA CGM told vessels in the Gulf t»»»
Global Village to remain closed today amid US, Israel war with Iran
Global Village will remain closed on March 1 as a precautionary safety measure, authorities confirmed. The decision follows official guidance to ensure the safety and wellbeing of visitors, staff, and residents. Updates regarding reopening will be provided through official channels. Also In This Pa»»»
Amir receives telephone call from Turkish President
Doha, Qatar: The Amir His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani received a telephone call from His Excellency Recep Tayyip Erdogan, President of the Republic of Turkiye. At the beginning of the call, the Turkish President expressed his reassurance about the situation in the State of Qatar follow»»»
Debris strikes facade of Etihad Towers in Abu Dhabi following interception
ABU DHABI, March 1 (KUNA) -- The UAE authorities in Abu Dhabi responded to an incident involving falling debris from a drone after it was intercepted by UAE air defenses, resulting in fragments striking the facade of a building at Etihad Towers.The incident caused minor injuries to a woman and her »»»
Qatar Armed Forces' fighter jets, air defence systems intercept Iranian aerial attacks
DOHA: The Ministry of Defense announced that fighter jets of the Qatar Armed Forces, alongside air defense systems, successfully countered aerial attacks involving drones and missiles launched by Iran toward the state's airspace. In a statement, the ministry explained that monitoring and early warn»»»
Qatar expresses strong condemnation of Iranian attacks on port of Duqm in Oman, oil tanker off its coast
DOHA: The State of Qatar expressed its strong condemnation of the Iranian attacks that targeted the commercial port of Duqm in the sisterly Sultanate of Oman, and an oil tanker off its coast, considering them a violation of the Sultanate’s sovereignty, an unacceptable escalation, and a cowardly tar»»»
Belgium Seizes Russian 'Shadow Fleet' Tanker
Belgium's special forces boarded and seized an oil tanker from the "shadow fleet" Russia uses to circumvent Western sanctions over the war in Ukraine, the government said on Sunday. Deputy Prime Minister Maxime Prevot said the vessel was intercepted in the North Sea during an overnight operation, A»»»
Qatar Defense Forces Respond to Iranian Air Attacks Successfully
DOHA, March 1 (KUNA) -- Qatari Ministry of Defense announced that fighter aircraft and air defense systems belonging to the Qatari Armed Forces successfully engaged and intercepted aerial attacks, including drones and missiles, launched by Iran toward Qatar's airspace Sunday.The ministry explained »»»
Syria extends closure of airspace amid regional escalation
Damascus, March 1 (SANA) Syria’s General Authority of Civil Aviation and Air Transport said it had extended the closure of the country’s airspace to all aircraft, along with the suspension of takeoffs and landings at all Syrian airports, for 24 hours starting at 00:00 on Sunday, March 1, 2026, Dama»»»
Qatari fighter jets intercept drones, missiles from Iran: Ministry of Defense
Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Defense announced that Qatari Armed Forces fighter jets, along with its air defense systems, successfully intercepted aerial attacks involving drones and missiles launched by Iran towards the country's airspace. The Ministry explained in a statement that early warning a»»»
Minister of Defense Checks on Injured After Debris Falls at Ali Al-Salem Air Base
KUWAIT, March 1 (KUNA) - Minister of Defense Sheikh Abdullah Ali Abdullah Al-Salem Al-Sabah visited Jaber Al-Ahmad Hospital of the Armed Forces on Sunday, personally checking on the health and recovery of individuals who had been injured due to falling debris during Air Defense operations.In a pres»»»
LIVE UPDATES: Middle East Crisis After Strikes on Iran – Day 2
The US and Israel launched coordinated strikes on Iranian targets, including sites in Tehran, on Saturday, causing significant damage and civilian casualties. Iran responded with missile attacks on Israeli territory and US military facilities across the Middle East. As a result of the attack, Irani»»»
Woman and child injured by fallen debris from Iranian drone attack in Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi, UAE: Relevant officials in Abu Dhabi are addressing an incident concerning debris that fell from a drone after it was intercepted by air defense systems, landing on the façade of one of the buildings at Etihad Towers. This incident caused minor injuries to a woman and her child, along wi»»»
Iran’s Pezeshkian: I reaffirm my unwavering determination and resolute will to continue on the path of this great man - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Iran’s Pezeshkian: Assassination of Imam Khamenei tantamount to a declaration of open war against Muslims, especially Shiites, worldwide - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Bahrain intercepts fresh wave of Iranian ballistic missiles and drones
The National Communication Centre (NCC) confirmed that the Bahrain Defence Force’s air defence systems responded with high efficiency and full operational readiness to a fresh wave of hostile Iranian ballistic missiles and drones targeting the Kingdom of Bahrain, successfully intercepting and destr»»»
Russia flexes muscles near NATO’s northern flank ahead of Cold Response exercise
Norwegian F-35 fighter jets were scrambled twice this week to intercept Russian military aircraft flying near Norway’s northern border. The Armed Forces said it scrambled two F-35s for NATO to identify two Russian Tu-95MS strategic bombers that flew west over the Barents Sea on February 27. The Rus»»»
Qatar strongly condemns Iranian attacks on Port of Duqm in Oman and oil tanker off its coast
Doha, Qatar: The State of Qatar has strongly condemned the Iranian attacks targeting the commercial port of Duqm in the sisterly Sultanate of Oman and an oil tanker off its coast. “Qatar considers these attacks a violation of the Sultanate's sovereignty, an unacceptable escalation, and a cowardly t»»»
Hamas Mourns Iran’s Khamenei, Condemns ‘Heinous’ US-Israel Attack
Hamas on Sunday mourned Iran's supreme leader Ali Khamenei after his death in what it described as a "heinous" US-Israeli attack. "We in Hamas mourn the passing of Ali Khamenei. He provided all forms of political, diplomatic and military support to our people, our cause, and our resistance," the Pa»»»
One killed and 11 injured at Dubai and Abu Dhabi airports as Iran strikes region
One person has been killed and 11 injured at airports in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, as Iran launched attacks across the Middle East in response to a massive and ongoing attack against it by the US and Israel. Authorities in Abu Dhabi confirmed a drone targeting Zayed International Airport (AUH) was inter»»»