Netanyahu says ‘we are not retreating’ during Gaza visit
"We control the area. We are not retreating. We are staying on this line," Netanyahu said near the so-called Yellow Line, which demarcates the areas under Hamas and Israeli military control.
Qatar stops LNG output, Saudi Arabia closes refinery amid Middle East attacks
Qatar has halted its liquefied natural gas (LNG) production after Iranian drone strikes targeted key energy facilities, while Saudi Arabia temporarily shut down its largest oil refinery following missile attacks, deepening fears of a prolonged energy crisis in the Middle East. The escalation comes as Iran retaliates against recent Israeli and U.S. airstrikes, with attacks […]
Melania Trump to chair UN Security Council as Iran war rages
First Lady Melania Trump is slated to chair a UN Security Council meeting on Monday, an appearance that was announced last week before the United States launched its war against Iran.
US defence chief refuses to rule out ‘boots on ground’ in Iran
As for how long the war will last, Hegseth said: “Four weeks, two weeks, six weeks, it could move up. It could move back.”
Khamenei’s assassination will have ‘widespread’ consequences – Iran FM
Iran’s security chief on Monday said the Islamic republic would defend itself no matter the costs, on the third day of war with the United States and Israel.
Iran Guards say targeted Israel PM Netanyahu’s office
“The office of the criminal prime minister of the Zionist regime and the headquarters of the regime’s air force commander were targeted,” the Guards said in a statement carried by Fars news agency.
‘No indication’ Iran nuclear installations hit – IAEA
“We hope this indispensable channel of communication can be reestablished as soon as possible,” he added.
‘Concerted’ Iranian attack on oil facilities could trigger military response – Saudi sources
A concerted Iranian attack on Saudi oil facilities could trigger a military response from the kingdom, a source close to the Saudi government told AFP on Monday, after drones hit an oil refinery.
12 Nigerians rescued, one dead, five missing in S/Africa boat mishap
The tugboat, which had travelled to South Africa for repairs, reportedly ran aground about 18 nautical miles offshore under stormy waters between Cape Town and Durban while returning to Lagos.
France says ‘ready’ to defend Gulf countries, Jordan against Iran
France is “ready” to defend Gulf countries and Jordan against Iran if necessary, Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot said Monday.
Several US warplanes crashed, crew survived – Kuwait defence ministry
Several American warplanes crashed in Kuwait on Monday morning but their crew survived, Kuwait’s defence ministry said, as Iran pressed on with a third day of strikes in the Gulf.
Iran war spreads across region as Israel strikes Hezbollah
“Large-scale strikes” were also ongoing in the heart of Tehran, Israeli forces said, as the US military widened its targets across Iran on Sunday.
UK toughens asylum rules to discourage migration
“Refugee status will become temporary and subject to review,” the Home Office said in a statement released late Sunday, adding the changes would take effect on March 2.
Iran’s supreme leader Khamenei confirmed dead, says Trump
US President Donald Trump said Saturday that Iranian supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has been killed in air strikes, though there has been no confirmation from Tehran.
Republicans back Trump, Democrats attack ‘illegal’ Iran war
“We pray for the safety of our brave servicemembers and our allies involved in Operation Epic Fury,” the top Republican in Congress added.
Russia says attacks on Iran ‘dangerous’, could spark ‘catastrophe’
Russia said it was “ready to contribute to the search for peaceful solutions” that are “based on international law, mutual respect and balance of interests.”
