Kathimerini 17m

Two suspected migrant-smugglers arrested on Rhodes

Authorities on the southeastern island of Rhodes have arrested two Turkish nationals for allegedly ferrying 58 migrants across illegally from Turkey, the Coast Guard said. The arrests followed the discovery of 24 men, 11 women and 23 children on the coast of Rhodes near Gennadi on Sunday. A Coast G»»»

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BNE 29m

UPDATE: IDF Chief announces offensive campaign against Hezbollah as Lebanon enters Israel-Iran war

IDF Chief of the General Staff Eyal Zamir confirmed that Israel will commence an offensive military campaign against Hezbollah in Lebanon. This comes after Hezbollah launched rockets and drones toward Haifa and central Israel, prompting Israeli airstrikes that reportedly killed Mohammed Raad, the »»»

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BNE 29m

UPDATE: IDF Chief announces offensive campaign against Hezbollah as Lebanon enters Israel-Iran war

IDF Chief of the General Staff Eyal Zamir confirmed that Israel will commence an offensive military campaign against Hezbollah in Lebanon. This comes after Hezbollah launched rockets and drones toward Haifa and central Israel, prompting Israeli airstrikes that reportedly killed Mohammed Raad, the »»»

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France24 52m

More than 100 killed in strike on girls' school, Iran claims

Iran said a school in Minab was hit by strikes on Saturday, killing more than 100, while Israel and the United States say they are not aware of any attack. Humanitarian groups are investigating amid airspace and access restrictions. Iran said strikes hit a school and killed more than 100 people, bu»»»

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France24 1h

People gather all over the world after Khamenei's death in Iran

People gather in multiple places around the world to celebrate or demonstrate against the war.»»»

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France24 1h

US destroys Iranian forces' HQ, first American casualties: key developments from strikes on Iran

The US announced on Sunday the destruction of the Iranian Guards' headquarters and the death of three US soldiers, the first casualties linked to Iran's retaliation for Israeli-American strikes in which Iran's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, was killed. US Central Command, or CENTCOM, annou»»»

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France24 1h

War in Middle East: Tensions rise over Strait of Hormuz as tankers caught in crossfire

At least three oil tankers sailing near the Strait of Hormuz came under fire Sunday as hundreds of vessels dropped anchor outside the narrow waterway between Iran and the Arabian Peninsula. Tehran said it has closed navigation through the strait, used to transport a fifth of the world's oil exports»»»

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UPI 1h

Three U.S. troops killed in Kuwait in retaliatory Iranian strike - UPI.com

Since the start of Operation Epic Fury early Saturday, the United States and Israel have targeted dozens of military storage sites, command and control facilities, and naval vessels in Iran, including the missile storage site targeted above. Screenshot courtesy U.S. Central Command/X March 1 (UPI) »»»

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Gulf News 2h

UAE airports Monday update: Airspace closures halt flights across major carriers

Flight operations across the UAE remain suspended on Monday as multiple regional airspace closures continue to disrupt schedules, authorities and airlines confirmed. Also Read: US, Israel war with Iran enters Day 3 as tensions escalate, UAE stays alertThe General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) sai»»»

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BNE 2h

India braces for oil shock as Iran fallout begins

India is set to face renewed oil price volatility and increased macroeconomic headwinds as tensions around Iran intensify, following Israeli and US air strikes over the weekend, and what appears to be an Iranian attack on an oil tanker, north of Khasab Port in the Gulf, the Palau registered Sk»»»

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BNE 2h

Beijing and Moscow urge immediate halt to Iran strikes, return to dialogue

China’s foreign minister Wang Yi held a telephone conversation on March 1 with his Russian counterpart Sergei Lavrov at Moscow’s request, as Beijing and Moscow responded to US and Israeli strikes on Iran. According to XINH»»»

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BNE 2h

The risks to Europe from a broader Middle East conflict

European leaders called for de-escalation of the growing conflict in the Middle East and scrambled to assess security risks on March 1 after US and Israeli strikes killed Iran’s Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. Israel on March»»»

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BNE 2h

Iraqis call for march to 'uproot' US embassy in Baghdad

Groups linked to Iraq's Islamic Resistance factions have called for a mass gathering aimed at storming the US embassy in Baghdad on the evening of March 1, 964 Network reported. A body calling itself the "Central Popular C»»»

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BNE 2h

The risks to Europe from a broader Middle East conflict

European leaders called for de-escalation of the growing conflict in the Middle East and scrambled to assess security risks on March 1 after US and Israeli strikes killed Iran’s Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. Israel on March»»»

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BNE 2h

Serbian embassy in Tehran damaged in airstrikes, staff relocating to Baku

The Serbian embassy building in Tehran was damaged in airstrikes on Iran in the morning on March 1, but no injuries were reported, according to public broadcaster RTS. A military base located near the embassy was among the»»»

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BNE 2h

Hungary's Edortech unveils patented tin-anode technology that could transform global battery production

Hungarian researchers have achieved a breakthrough in battery technology with a patented product that is now ready for scaled-up manufacturing, former president Janos Ader announced at a conference on February 26. The technology, dubbed ONLi, developed by Hungarian startup Edortech Ltd., »»»

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Sputnik 2h

Israeli Army Announces Beginning of Strikes Against Hezbollah Targets in Lebanon

The Israeli army has announced the beginning of strikes against Hezbollah targets in Lebanon. Earlier, the army reported air raid sirens sounding in several areas of northern Israel after having detected projectiles fired from Lebanon. "In response to Hezbollah's projectile fire toward the State of»»»

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UPI 3h

Israeli military attacks Hezbollah in Lebanon - UPI.com

March 1 (UPI) -- The Israeli military was attacking Hezbollah targets in neighboring Lebanon, amid worries that its war with the United States against Iran may escalate and spill across the region. The Israel Defense Forces announced its military offensive hours after sirens triggered by projectile»»»

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Gulf News 3h

Iran regime's approach 'becoming even more reckless, more dangerous': British PM

The Iranian regime’s approach is becoming "more reckless", and "more dangerous", British Prime Minister Keir Starmer stated. In a video address, the British leader confirmed that the UK has authorised the US use of British bases in the conflict amid the shooting war, citing threats to British inter»»»

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BBC 3h

Hopes and fears as US Iranians take to streets after toppling of supreme leader

Fatemeh Shams watched with bated breath as her native country came under military attack from the US and Israel over the weekend. Living in the US since 2009, she is among Iranian-American exiles who have opposed the Tehran regime from afar, and so she does not mourn the death of Supreme Leader Aya»»»

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Gulf News 4h

Britain responding to suspected drone strike at Cyprus base: Defence ministry

British forces are responding to a suspected drone strike at its military base in Cyprus, the defence ministry said Monday, with no casualties reported. The strike hit the RAF Akrotiri base at midnight, said the ministry, adding that its forces were handling a "live situation". Also Read: Qatar's A»»»

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Ya Libnan 4h

Israel strikes Beirut’s southern suburbs after Hezbollah attacks – Ya Libnan

Share: By Laila Bassam, Yomna Ehab and Nayera Abdallah Photo –Hezbollah supporters rally in solidarity with Iran, after U.S. and Israeli strikes killed Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, in Beirut, Lebanon, March 1, 2026. REUTERS/Mohamed Azakir BEIRUT, March 2 (Reuters) – Israel carried»»»

Gulf News 5h

Israel strikes Beirut suburb after Hezbollah's retaliatory attack over Khamenei's death

The Israeli military launched airstrikes early on Monday targeting Beirut's southern suburbs, an area known as Dahiyeh, considered a stronghold of the Iran-backed Hezbollah group. Earlier, Hezbollah said it launched “missiles and a swarm of drones” at an Israeli army base south of Haifa “in revenge»»»

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Kuna 5h

France, Kuwait mark 35th anniv. of "Operation Desert Storm"

By Mohammad Al-Baddah PARIS, March 1 (KUNA) -- The French and Kuwait militaries commemorated the 35th anniversary of "Operation Desert Storm" at Parc Andre Citroen city park in Paris on Sunday.Attending the ceremony were senior military officers and diplomats from both sides, as well as US diplomat»»»

Naharnet 6h

Israeli army says 3 rockets fired at Israel from Lebanon

Projectiles fired from Lebanon triggered air raid sirens in northern Israel, the Israeli military said on Monday, adding it had intercepted one of them. "Following the sirens that sounded in several areas in northern Israel, a projectile that crossed from Lebanon into Israeli territory was intercep»»»

Gulf News 6h

Escalation as strategy or geopolitical dilemma? The Gulf at the heart of global shifts

The regional as well as the global scene is no longer merely drifting toward conflict; it is accelerating into a new and dangerous phase of open confrontation. The military strikes launched by the United States and Israel against Iran on 28 February 2026 marked a watershed moment in an already frag»»»

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Gulf News 6h

Oil prices skyrocket amid US-Iran war

Oil prices have surged dramatically in response to the escalating US-Iran conflict. As of s of March 2, 2026, at approximately 8:00 AM PST, data from OilPrice.com shows significant gains across major benchmarks. CommodityPrice (USD)Change (USD)Change (%)WTI Crude72.395.378.01%Brent Crude79.046.178.»»»

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Gulf News 8h

List: OPEC+ countries boosting oil production after attacks on Iran and throughout region

NEW YORK: Eight countries that are part of the OPEC+ announced Sunday they will boost production of crude as US and Israeli forces launched a major attack on Iran and the country responded with retaliatory strikes against Israel and US military installations around the Gulf, disrupting oil shipment»»»

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Al Manar 8h

Iran Fires New Wave of Missiles at US and Israeli Targets - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Iran Fires New Wave of Missiles at US and Israeli Targets 02-03-2026 00:40 AM Iran Fires New Wave of Missiles at Military Targets in Occupi»»»

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Qatar Tribune 8h

World reacts to Khamenei killing

The killing of Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei in an attack by the United States and Israel has triggered sharp reactions across the world as leaders warn of escalation and regional instability. Here is how several countries, global bodies and prominent groups have responded to Khamenei’s killi»»»

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BBC 8h

Allies of US in the Gulf bear brunt of Iran attacks

In the clear blue skies above Abu Dhabi, white contrails streak high above the sand-coloured villas and well-watered gardens. These are no incoming Dreamliners or Airbuses bringing in the next manifest of tourists and guest workers. They are incoming ballistic missiles, launched by the Emirates' gi»»»

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UPI 8h

Three U.S. troops killed in Kuwait in retaliatory Iranian strike - UPI.com

Since the start of Operation Epic Fury early Saturday, the United States and Israel have targeted dozens of military storage sites, command and control facilities, and naval vessels in Iran, including the missile storage site targeted above. Screenshot courtesy U.S. Central Command/X March 1 (UPI) »»»

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Gulf News 10h

Dubai acknowledges loud noises in the city

Dubai has confirmed that the sounds heard in various areas across the emirate were the result of successful air defence interception operations. In a statement carried by the Government of Dubai Media Office, authorities said the relevant teams continue to monitor the situation and take the necessa»»»

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Gulf News 11h

Qatar extends remote work for government employees

Dubai: Qatar has extended remote working arrangements for government employees, citing current regional developments, in a move aimed at safeguarding public safety and ensuring business continuity. The Council of Ministers Secretariat General said in a statement that the decision, which follows an »»»

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Sputnik 12h

After Bases, Next Logical Step For Iran Will Be to Target US Warships: Retired Russian Navy Captain

“Judging by satellite pictures, one thing is certain: some of [Iran’s] missile strikes hit their targets, including the base of the US 5th Fleet,” Russian military expert and retired Captain First Rank Vasily Dandykin told Sputnik, commenting on Iran’s retaliation to the US and Israel’s unprovoked »»»

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UPI 12h

Hegseth cuts military ties with Ivy League schools, multiple think tanks - UPI.com

Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth, pictured in February at the White House, announced in a memo that the Defense Department is ending its senior officer fellowship programs with 22 institutions -- including Ivy League schools -- after alleging that they do not measure up the armed forces' requireme»»»

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Gulf News 12h

UAE President and Norwegian Prime Minister discuss implications of regional escalation in phone call

UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan today received a phone call from Jonas Gahr Støre, Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Norway, during which they discussed the serious implications of the military escalation in the region, which threatens regional and international securit»»»

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Al Manar 12h

Al-Manar’s correspondent: A section of the Iranian Broadcasting Authority’s buildings were targeted; operations continue as normal - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Al-Manar’s correspondent: A section of the Iranian Broadcasting Authority’s buildings were targeted; operations continue as normal 01-03-20»»»

Gulf News 12h

UAE President receives phone call from Indian Prime Minister on regional developments

UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan today received a phone call from Narendra Modi, Prime Minister of the Republic of India, during which they discussed developments in the region and the serious military escalation undermining regional security and stability. During the c»»»

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Ya Libnan 12h

Paris conference to support Lebanon’s army postponed amid regional tensions – Ya Libnan

Share: A file photo shows Lebanese army soldiers marching during a military parade commemorating the 76th anniversary of Lebanese independence from France at the Defence Ministry headquarters in Yarze. (AFP) BEIRUT: A planned international conference in Paris to support the Lebanese Armed Forces ha»»»

Gulf News 12h

UAE President receives phone call from President of Maldives

UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan today received a phone call from Dr Mohamed Muizzu, President of the Republic of Maldives, during which they discussed the latest regional developments and their implications for regional security and stability. During the call, the Mald»»»

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Naharnet 13h

Lebanon, France postpone conference to support Lebanese Army

Lebanon and France postponed on Sunday an upcoming conference to support the Lebanese Army and security forces, a joint statement by both countries' presidencies said, citing unfavorable conditions in the region. The statement said President Joseph Aoun and his French counterpart Emmanuel Macron "d»»»

Gulf News 13h

Did Jebel Ali port operations get suspended in Dubai? DP World responds

Dubai: DP World confirmed that all four terminals at Jebel Ali Port are fully operational, pushing back against reports that activities had been suspended. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.The clarification follows a report by Bloomberg stating that operations at the Du»»»

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Al Majalla 13h

Opposing the Iranian regime and welcoming the bombs aren't the same thing

Donald Trump’s direct plea to the Iranian people that ‘the hour of your freedom is at hand’ at the start of the major military campaign reveals more about the American president’s assumptions about the Iranian people more than how they will respond to his zero hour statement. Trump said: “When we a»»»

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Gulf News 13h

UAE shuts Dubai, Abu Dhabi stock markets for two days

Abu Dhabi: The Capital Market Authority has announced that the country’s stock markets will be closed on Monday, March 2, and Tuesday, March 3, including the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange and the Dubai Financial Market. The authority said the decision was taken in line with its regulatory and super»»»

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Naharnet 13h

Hezbollah supporters mourn Khamenei in mass rally

Thousands of Hezbollah supporters gathered in Beirut's southern suburbs to mourn Iran's supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei on Sunday, chanting "death to America, death to Israel" while crying over the killed figure. "God is one, and Khamenei is the leader," they chanted in unison, wearing black »»»

Al Manar 13h

Iranian Police Chief Brigadier General Ahmad Reza Radan: We are in a state of war, and we will confront with full force anyone who takes orders from the enemy - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Iranian Police Chief Brigadier General Ahmad Reza Radan: We are in a state of war, and we will confront with full force anyone who takes or»»»

Gulf News 13h

Who’s really running Iran after Khamenei’s death? Here’s what we know.

Dubai: Iran has entered a volatile new chapter following the killing of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei in joint US–Israeli strikes — a development that has triggered the activation of a constitutional transition mechanism in Tehran. President Masoud Pezeshkian announced Sunday that a new leadership co»»»

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Naharnet 13h

Nine killed, 28 hurt in Iran missile attack on Israeli city

The death toll from an Iranian missile attack Sunday in the Israeli city of Beit Shemesh rose to at least nine people, first responders said, in the deadliest strike in the country since the war began. The Magen David Adom emergency service said: "In the Beit Shemesh area, MDA EMTs and paramedics h»»»

Al Manar 13h

Iranians continue to take to the streets in mourning processions of Imam Sayyed Khamenei across squares and major thoroughfares in Tehran, despite the ongoing US–Israeli aggression: Al-Manar correspondent - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Iranians continue to take to the streets in mourning processions of Imam Sayyed Khamenei across squares and major thoroughfares in Tehran, »»»