Since the beginning of the day, Russian troops have launched 51 attacks, continuing their attempts to advance. The Defense Forces are holding back the enemy and inflicting losses on them.
Three US service members were killed and five others seriously injured in Iran during Operation "Epic Fury. " These are the first casualties among American personnel since the start of US and Israeli air attacks on Iran.
Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps announced an attack on the American aircraft carrier Abraham Lincoln on March 1. The USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier was targeted by four ballistic missiles.
At least 6 people were killed as a result of an Iranian missile strike on the city of Beit Shemesh in Israel. This was reported by N12News journalist Amit Segal.
The Palau-flagged tanker Skylight, which is under US sanctions, was attacked off Oman's Musandam Peninsula. Four crew members were injured, and 20 people were evacuated.
Explosions rocked Tehran, the IDF released a video of the Iranian Armed Forces headquarters being hit. Israel's Defense Minister announced the constant presence of Israeli aircraft over Tehran.
According to Karachi police spokesman Rehan Ali, a crowd of hundreds of people unexpectedly gathered near the American consulate, and law enforcement quickly arrived at the scene.
On the night of March 1, the Ukrainian Defense Forces struck S-300 air defense system radar stations, logistics facilities, and areas of enemy personnel concentration. The strikes were carried out in the Donetsk and Zaporizhzhia regions.
US citizens have been warned of potential travel disruptions due to periodic airspace closures.
Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha stated that Russia is an unreliable ally and its influence in the world is declining due to the war against Ukraine. He noted that Putin "lost three of his closest friends" in a year.
Iranian-German actress Elnaaz Norouzi stated that her family in Tehran was awaiting the death of Iran's supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. According to her, the family was ready for a strike after Trump's statement about aid.
As a result of Russian shelling of the Zaporizhzhia region on the night of March 1, one person was killed and two others were wounded. The occupiers launched 781 attacks on 36 settlements, including airstrikes, UAVs, and artillery.
Over the past day, February 28, 158 combat engagements took place on the front line. The occupiers launched 2 missile and 80 air strikes, using 8613 kamikaze drones.
Afghan authorities confirmed the shelling of Pakistani aircraft over Kabul, which caused explosions. This was in response to previous Pakistani strikes on Afghan territory.
In Baghdad, hundreds of demonstrators took to the streets after reports of the death of Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. They attempted to storm the "Green Zone" and the US embassy, leading to clashes with police.
The conflict in the Middle East threatens the stability of global energy markets, as the Strait of Hormuz, through which 20% of the world's LNG exports pass, is blocked. This leads to a halt in tanker traffic and a critical fuel shortage.
Dubai International Airport ceased operations after a suspected air strike, with over 90% of flights canceled. More than 2,300 flights were canceled in 24 hours, with Emirates and FlyDubai being the most affected.
OPEC+ is considering an emergency expansion of oil production to 411,000 or 548,000 barrels per day to stabilize the market. Saudi Arabia and the UAE are already increasing export capacities due to possible supply disruptions.
The IRGC announced the launch of new waves of strikes on US logistical and naval facilities. The attacks covered bases in Kuwait, Iraq, Saudi Arabia, and vessels in the Indian Ocean.
Iran's envoy to the UN announced imminent strikes on US military bases in response to aggression. The Islamic Republic is preparing a large-scale retaliation focused exclusively on American military infrastructure.
Iranian state television and leading agencies Fars and Tasnim confirmed the death of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. This happened after Trump's announcement of the liquidation and massive strikes on government quarters.
US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth announced Washington's intention to continue confronting Iran. He warned that any attempt to kill Americans would be met with irreversible retaliation.
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.
The IAEA denied any "radiological impact" after the attack on Iranian facilities. The organization did not record any increase in radiation levels in Iran and neighboring countries.
The FBI is stepping up security measures and mobilizing intelligence teams due to the escalating conflict between the US, Israel, and Iran. In New York, round-the-clock surveillance has been established over pro-Iranian organizations, and special services are monitoring Hezbollah's activities.
The Bolivian government is destroying new national currency that scattered over the city after a military cargo plane crashed. This was done to prevent the money from entering illegal circulation and destabilizing the financial market.
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.
The Mexican Prosecutor's Office handed over the remains of Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, leader of the "El Mencho" cartel, to his relatives after genetic examinations.
US President Donald Trump announced the death of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, calling him "one of the most brutal tyrants. " The operation was the result of cooperation with Israel and the use of state-of-the-art surveillance systems.
On the evening of February 28, the armed conflict between Pakistan and Afghanistan escalated into active hostilities with the use of heavy artillery along the border. Local residents report continuous explosions and volleys of fire, which intensified after dark.