On the sixth day of the US–Israeli offensive against Iran, the conflict is intensifying across multiple fronts. What began as a series of targeted strikes has now expanded into a wider regional crisis affecting the Persian Gulf, Iraq, Lebanon, and international shipping routes. Airstrikes inside Iran continue, naval battles have emerged in the Indian Ocean, and tensions are rising among regional powers. Meanwhile, diplomatic pressure is growing globally as countries warn that the war could spiral into a broader Middle East conflict. Rising Casualties and Damage Inside Iran The human cost of the conflict continues to rise. Iranian state media…
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Spain’s Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has firmly rejected pressure from the United States after Donald Trump threatened to cut off trade with Spain over its refusal to support American military actions against Iran. Sánchez warned that the escalating conflict in the Middle East risks turning into a global disaster, comparing the situation to “playing Russian roulette with the destiny of millions.” His government has made its stance clear with a simple message: “No to war.” The diplomatic clash highlights growing tensions among Western allies as the crisis in the Middle East expands and governments struggle to balance security concerns, international…
Modern wars are not fought only with strategy and soldiers; they are also fought with weapons stockpiles, production capacity, and logistics. In the ongoing conflict involving the United States, Israel, and Iran, the availability of missiles, drones, and air-defense systems may significantly influence how long the war lasts and how intense it becomes. While military strength, alliances, and strategy are critical, the rate at which each side can fire and replace weapons is becoming an increasingly important factor in determining the conflict’s trajectory. High Tempo of Military Operations Since the start of the conflict, military activity has been intense. According…
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is reportedly weighing military action against Iran in response to the barrage of missile and drone strikes that have targeted its territory since the start of the conflict, according to sources familiar with the matter. The UAE has been one of the hardest-hit Gulf states, surpassing even Israel in the number of attacks suffered. Since the beginning of hostilities, Iran has launched hundreds of projectiles and drones targeting civilian infrastructure, energy facilities, and strategic ports, raising the specter of a wider regional war. “The UAE is considering taking active defensive measures against Iran,” said a…
An in-depth investigation by Al Jazeera has raised serious questions over the deadliest single attack in the ongoing US-Israel military campaign on Iran, which struck the Shajareh Tayyebeh school in Minab and killed 165 girls and staff members. Overview of the Minab School Attack On the morning of February 28, 2026, dozens of students arrived at the Shajareh Tayyebeh (“The Good Tree”) school in Minab, Hormozgan province. Moments later, missiles hit the building, causing the roof to collapse and burying students and teachers under debris. Iranian authorities confirmed 165 fatalities, most of them girls aged 7–12, with at least 95…
President Donald Trump has informed Congress that it is too soon to determine the “full scope and duration” of ongoing U.S. military strikes against Iran, as lawmakers prepare to vote on a war powers resolution that could limit his authority. In a formal letter to Chuck Grassley, the Senate president pro tempore, Trump defended the military action, describing Iran as an “untenable” threat despite prior diplomatic efforts. He reiterated longstanding U.S. claims that Tehran supports terrorism and continues pursuing nuclear capabilities. The U.S., alongside Israel, launched coordinated strikes on Iranian targets on Saturday. Iran has since retaliated with missile and…
Senior Iranian clerics have begun deliberations over the selection of a new supreme leader following the killing of Ali Khamenei in recent U.S.-Israeli strikes. According to Iranian officials familiar with the discussions, his son, Mojtaba Khamenei, has emerged as the leading candidate. The decision now rests with the powerful Assembly of Experts, the 88-member clerical body constitutionally tasked with appointing and overseeing Iran’s supreme leader. The assembly reportedly held multiple virtual meetings amid security concerns, as Israeli strikes targeted areas near Qum, one of Shiite Islam’s holiest cities. While no official announcement has been made, some insiders suggest Mojtaba Khamenei…
The United States has compared the opening phase of its military campaign against Iran to the “shock and awe” assault that marked the start of the Iraq War, saying the scale and intensity of initial strikes were even greater. As the conflict enters its fifth day, U.S. and Israeli forces continue coordinated operations across Iran, while Tehran retaliates with missile and drone attacks. The fighting has triggered heavy casualties, market turmoil, and fears of wider regional escalation. Massive Opening Barrage U.S. military officials said nearly 2,000 targets have been struck in Iran since operations began, with the first 24 hours…
Senior Congress leader and former party president Sonia Gandhi has launched a sweeping critique of the government led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, accusing it of dismantling decades of carefully balanced foreign policy by tilting decisively toward Israel while neglecting India’s long-standing strategic relationship with Iran. In a strongly worded opinion article published in a national daily, Gandhi described New Delhi’s response to the targeted killing of Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei in joint U.S.-Israeli strikes as a “disturbing silence.” She argued that India’s muted reaction was not diplomatic neutrality but a retreat from principle and a betrayal of India’s…
A suspected Iranian drone strike hit the CIA station housed inside the U.S. Embassy complex in Riyadh, marking a significant escalation in the widening regional conflict sparked by the recent U.S.-Israeli military campaign against Iran. According to individuals familiar with the matter, two drones struck the embassy compound on Monday. While U.S. and Saudi officials confirmed the attack on the diplomatic complex, they did not publicly disclose that the CIA’s regional station — located on the embassy’s top floor — was among the impacted areas. No CIA personnel were injured in the strike. The agency declined public comment. Structural Damage…