Nuclear weapons

Donald Trump privately considered deploying a limited contingent of troops to Iran. The plan involves uranium control and oil cooperation with a new government.

Iran will essentially be in a state of unconditional surrender when the US president decides that the country poses no threat to America, the White House said.

Russia is providing Iran with intelligence on the location of American military facilities for strikes in the Middle East. This assistance indicates the involvement of one of America's main nuclear rivals in the war.

Israel's Defense Minister Israel Katz announced that the decision to eliminate Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei was made by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in November 2025. Khamenei was eliminated in the early hours of a joint American-Israeli air campaign on February 28.

Finland plans to lift the ban on storing nuclear weapons on its territory, which has been in effect since 1987. This decision was made to ensure the country's military defense within NATO.

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un conducted tests of "strategic cruise missiles" from the new 5,000-ton destroyer "Cho Hyon. " He called the ship "a new symbol of the country's naval defense."

Iran and its proxies continue attacks on US allies in the Persian Gulf for the sixth day. An Iranian warship sank, killing more than 80 people.

US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegset stated that Russia and China do not play a key role in the war in Iran. The US is focused on deterring Tehran's "nuclear ambitions," despite criticism from Moscow and Beijing.

The IAEA found no evidence of Iran creating a nuclear bomb, but cannot guarantee the peaceful nature of the program due to large stockpiles of enriched uranium and restricted access for inspectors. Director General Rafael Grossi expressed serious concern about this.

The International Atomic Energy Agency has confirmed damage to Iran's uranium enrichment plant in Natanz. No radiological consequences are expected, although nuclear materials are likely to remain on site.

The Ukrainian leader, drawing on Ukraine's experience, also warned that prolonging the war without dialogue would lead to an increase in civilian casualties.

Iran continues to strike US allies in the Middle East, with over 700 people reported dead in Iran and six American servicemen. The US has urged its citizens to leave the region immediately.

Russian dictator Vladimir Putin is trying to position himself as a mediator between Iran and the Persian Gulf states. This is happening against the backdrop of a US-Israeli operation against Iran.

Poland and Sweden are discussing with France an advanced nuclear deterrence program to strengthen European security. Prime Ministers Tusk and Kristersson confirmed their readiness to participate in these negotiations.

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte highly praised the military actions of the US and Israel against Iran, stating that they degrade Tehran's ability to acquire nuclear and missile capabilities. However, NATO does not plan to be involved in this, although individual allies support the actions of the US and Israel.

According to Livitt, Operation "Epic Fury" – as Washington called the US war against Iran – has "clear goals. "

Germany and France have formed a nuclear coordination group to coordinate deterrence issues. By the end of the year, Germany will participate in French nuclear exercises at a conventional level.

Trump will speak from the White House at 6:00 PM Kyiv time to comment on Operation "Lion's Roar" and Washington's next steps following the elimination of Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. The world awaits clarification of US strategic goals in the region amidst ongoing hostilities.

The US does not plan an "Iraq scenario" in Iran, but the operation will not be limited to one-off strikes and may be accompanied by new losses. Four American servicemen were killed.

Iran's Ambassador to the IAEA announced American-Israeli airstrikes on Iran's uranium enrichment facility in Natanz. Israel and the US have not acknowledged the strikes, which, according to the ambassador, were aimed at peaceful nuclear facilities.

IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi stated that there was no damage to Iran's key nuclear facilities after the military strikes. The agency is monitoring the situation, and radiation levels in neighboring countries remain normal.

Secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council Ali Larijani announced the cessation of diplomatic contacts with the United States. This decision was announced after missile attacks on Iranian facilities.

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz supported the actions of the US and Israel against the Iranian leadership. He stated that the current Iranian regime is terrorist.

The United Arab Emirates has closed its embassy in Iran and withdrawn its diplomatic mission. This decision is related to Iranian attacks that hit Dubai airport and other civilian buildings.

French President Emmanuel Macron announced the strengthening of military power and defense support for allies in the Middle East. This is due to the conflict and a drone attack on a French naval base.

Former US Vice President Kamala Harris criticized the military operation against Tehran, accusing the president of disregarding the lives of servicemen. She emphasized that such actions undermine the international standing of the United States and create chaos in the Middle East.

The US and its partners carried out approximately 900 attacks on strategic targets in Iran. The operation aims to completely eliminate Tehran's offensive capabilities.

China's Ministry of National Defense called the United States "the biggest source of uncertainty for the international nuclear order. " Beijing called on Washington to take primary responsibility for nuclear disarmament.

US President Donald Trump stated that massive airstrikes on Iranian targets would continue, calling on the Iranian military to cease resistance. He offered immunity in exchange for laying down arms, emphasizing that this is the only path to peace.

UN Secretary-General António Guterres has called for an immediate ceasefire in the Middle East. He expressed concern over the military confrontation between the US, Israel, and Iran.