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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.
N12News journalist Amit Segal reported the alleged death of former Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad. Iranian media has not commented on this.
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.
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.
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.
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.
An emergency governing council has been formed in Iran to run the country after the death of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. It includes the president, the head of the judiciary, and a representative of the Guardian Council of the Constitution.
Russia's Permanent Representative to the UN, Vasily Nebenzya, condemned the actions of the United States and Israel, demanding an immediate halt to the bombing of Iranian facilities. He emphasized the need for a diplomatic resolution to the conflict.
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.
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.
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.
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.
The Israeli capital was directly hit by an Iranian missile. One person was hospitalized with severe injuries.
The Iranian regime has declared its readiness to continue offensive actions until the "aggressor is fully punished. " Tehran claims that joint US and Israeli strikes have not undermined its defensive capabilities.
Israel's Ambassador to Washington, Yehiel Leiter, announced that Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei has died. This happened as a result of an Israeli strike on his residence.
The IAEA is closely monitoring the situation in the Middle East and calls for restraint to avoid risks to nuclear safety. There is currently no evidence of radiological impact, but Iran continues suspicious activity at nuclear facilities.
Israel has ordered a temporary halt to operations at some gas fields due to a joint attack with the US on Iran. This is a precautionary security measure, Energean Plc confirmed the suspension of production.
The IDF reported using over 200 aircraft to strike 500 targets in Iran, including radars, air defense systems, and ballistic missile infrastructure. The attack aimed to reduce Iran's strike capabilities and establish air superiority.
The White House confirmed that Donald Trump monitored the operation against Iran from his Mar-a-Lago villa. He also held a conversation with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
Finnish President Alexander Stubb stated that US and Israeli military operations against Iran go beyond international law. He believes that US actions are aimed at preventing Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons.
The UN Security Council will convene on Saturday at 11:00 PM Kyiv time to discuss the situation in Iran and the Middle East. The meeting was initiated by French President Emmanuel Macron.
Iran launched strikes on US military bases in Bahrain, Qatar, UAE, and Kuwait, as well as on the USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier. This was in response to a joint US-Israeli military operation against Iran.
Several major oil companies have suspended shipments through the Strait of Hormuz. This could push Brent crude prices from $73 to $80 a barrel.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stated that Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei is alive, refuting rumors following US and Israeli strikes. He also criticized the attacks amid nuclear program negotiations.
Commander of Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Mohammad Pakpour and Defense Minister Amir Nasirzadeh have reportedly been killed in Israeli strikes. The Iranian government has not commented on these reports from Israeli media.
President Zelenskyy reacted to the strikes on Iran, noting that the Iranian regime chose to be an accomplice of Russia. He added that Ukraine had expressed its position on the situation in the Middle East.
Due to US and Israeli strikes on Iran and Tehran's retaliatory measures, 8 Middle Eastern countries have closed their airspace. This has led to mass flight cancellations by many major airlines.