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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.
Russia is ready to reroute about 9. 5 million barrels of oil already near Indian waters to India to compensate for supply disruptions from the Middle East. India is looking for alternative sources of supply, as its crude oil reserves cover only 25 days of needs.
German intelligence has accused Moscow of concealing the true cost of the war, stating that Russia's budget deficit in 2025 exceeded the officially declared amount by more than 2. 36 trillion rubles. Western sanctions and falling oil prices are impacting the Russian economy.
Qatar's state energy company, QatarEnergy, has declared force majeure on liquefied natural gas supplies. This happened after Iranian attacks on the company's facilities in Ras Laffan and Mesaieed.
A phone conversation between Trump and Netanyahu initiated the US-Israel war against Iran. Trump was inclined to strike Iran, but Netanyahu asked to postpone the operation.
Two Greek F-16 fighter jets based in Cyprus were scrambled after a drone was detected near Lebanese airspace. The airspace over Larnaca airport was temporarily closed.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine informs about the closure of airspace in Israel, Kuwait, Qatar, UAE, Iran, and Iraq as of March 4. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has received 54 appeals from Ukrainian citizens regarding the escalation of the situation in the region.
Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz stated that any leader appointed by the Iranian clergy would be a target for destruction. This came amid discussions about the election of a successor to Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was killed during American-Israeli strikes.
The conflict in the Middle East is spreading, with strikes and attacks continuing. Israel has launched strikes against Iran, while Lebanon, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and Kuwait have also been attacked.
The US and Israel are striking Iranian drone and missile production facilities. At the same time, the US is limiting Ukraine's capabilities by refusing to provide Tomahawk cruise missiles.
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 United Arab Emirates is considering military measures to stop Iranian missile and drone attacks on the country. The UAE has suffered the most attacks from Iran since the beginning of the war, even more than Israel.
Iran's Assembly of Experts, which elects the Supreme Leader, is holding a virtual meeting. This comes after Israeli strikes on Assembly facilities in Tehran and Qom.
US forces hit over 1700 targets in Iran as part of Operation "Epic Fury". Three F-15 aircraft were lost due to friendly fire from Kuwaiti air defense.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, during a meeting with Donald Trump, expressed hope for a swift end to the war in Iran. He hopes for actions by the Israeli and American armies to change the government.
The Israel Defense Forces eliminated Daoud Ali Zadeh, the interim commander of the IRGC's Lebanese corps, in Tehran. He was responsible for Lebanon and supported the terrorist organization "Hezbollah."
U. S. President Donald Trump stated there was no plan to evacuate Americans in the Middle East due to the speed of the military operation. He noted that everything happened very quickly and Iran was preparing to attack Israel and others.
The Embassy of Ukraine in Israel has no data on dead or wounded Ukrainians. There is no need for evacuation, but 25 people, mostly pilgrims and short-term visitors, have applied for assistance.
Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ordered the military to seize strategic heights in Lebanon. A Hezbollah representative promised an "open war" with Israel.
Iraq's Ministry of Oil will halt production at a key field due to disruption of the waterway. The war in Iran has stopped tanker traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, leading to a rise in oil prices.
Hundreds of people, including children and teachers, have died amid escalation in the Middle East - casualties reported in 7 countries.
France will send a warship to Cyprus to strengthen air defense after a drone attack on a British base. Great Britain is considering sending the destroyer HMS Duncan to protect the Akrotiri airbase.
Nearly 1,900 of over 5,450 flights to the Middle East were canceled on Tuesday, according to Cirium. Ryanair is seeing an increase in bookings to Europe for Easter as travelers avoid the Middle East.
The Ukrainian leader, drawing on Ukraine's experience, also warned that prolonging the war without dialogue would lead to an increase in civilian casualties.
The Israel Defense Forces are operating in southern Lebanon, striking Hezbollah infrastructure to prevent attacks. This deployment is in addition to the five positions occupied by Israel since November 2024.
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte called for continued support for Ukraine, despite US and Israeli attacks on Iran. He emphasized the need to support Americans and ensure Ukraine's strength in the fight.
Donald Trump stated that US ammunition stockpiles of medium and upper-medium class are at an all-time high. He noted that at the highest level, the stockpiles are good, but do not reach the desired level.
Israel reported simultaneous strikes on military targets of the Iranian regime and Hezbollah in Tehran and Beirut. Earlier, Israel and the United States destroyed Iranian missile launchers and air defense systems.
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.