It will happen on March 3rd at 13:39 Kyiv time. The full moon got its name due to changes in the weather.
President Zelenskyy stated that active hostilities in the Middle East could affect Ukraine's supply of air defense missiles, particularly Patriots. He noted that the US and its allies might reorient their stockpiles for their own defense.
Kent Smetters, director of the Penn Wharton Budget Model, stated that US strikes on Iran could cost the American economy up to $210 billion. The lowest damage figure is $40 billion.
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.
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.
Donald Trump attacked seven countries, three of which had not previously been US targets. His strikes differ in number and type, opening new fronts.
Iran's threats to ships in the Strait of Hormuz have caused a rise in global oil prices, which could increase Russia's revenues. Brent crude oil prices reached $82.37 per barrel on March 2.
The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps forces announced the closure of the Strait of Hormuz. They threaten to set fire to any vessel attempting to pass through.
The US Central Command announced the destruction of 11 Iranian warships in the Gulf of Oman. President Trump previously reported the destruction of 9 ships.
The US Embassy in Jordan temporarily evacuated all personnel due to an unspecified threat. Security warnings in Arabic and English were broadcast from the embassy's loudspeakers.
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.
The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) stated that the loss of a leader did not shake Iran but made it stronger. The IRGC promises to continue the fight until victory over the enemy.
According to Livitt, Operation "Epic Fury" – as Washington called the US war against Iran – has "clear goals. "
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has offered Middle Eastern countries experts on shooting down Iranian drones. This will happen if the leaders of these countries convince Vladimir Putin to agree to a month-long truce in the war against Ukraine.
US President Donald Trump said that the operation against Iran, which was predicted to last 4-5 weeks, has the potential to continue. He noted that the American military is delivering a devastating blow to Iran.
The American leader emphasized that the US has not even begun to strike hard. According to him, "a big wave is coming."
Ukraine has agreed to help Great Britain counter Iranian drones, which has not only a military but also a political dimension. Expert Stanislav Zhelikhovsky explained how this will strengthen Ukraine's position and affect global security.
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.
In Austin, Texas, two people were killed and 14 injured in a shooting near a beer garden. The FBI is investigating the incident as a possible act of terrorism; the suspect was shot dead by police.
The wife of Iran's supreme leader has died of wounds after the attack that claimed her husband's life. The woman was in critical condition, but could not be saved.
Zelenskyy stated that the issue of changing European legislation to confiscate oil from detained vessels of Russia's "shadow fleet" is being discussed.
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.
12 Etihad Airways flights departed from Abu Dhabi, although the airline had announced a suspension of operations. Almost 100,000 people tracked the first plane heading to London.
President Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine has not received direct requests from partners to involve experts in shooting down Iranian drones in the Persian Gulf. Ukraine is ready to share its experience and technologies for downing "Shaheds" with partner countries.
Qatar has halted LNG production after two Iranian drones attacked its energy facilities. Israel and Iran exchanged new strikes, and drones were intercepted over Cyprus and the UAE.
Great Britain appealed to Ukraine with a request to help partners from the Persian Gulf in shooting down Iranian drones. President Zelensky agreed, and expert Andriy Kramarov noted that Ukraine can provide methodology and instructors, but not combat crews.
President Zelenskyy stated that Kyiv is monitoring the situation in the Middle East, maintaining contact with partners regarding the stability of the PURL program. He emphasized that a prolonged war in Iran could create a deficit of air defense resources for Ukraine.
Three American F-15E fighter jets were mistakenly shot down by Kuwaiti air defense systems during an operation. All six pilots ejected and are in stable condition.
The oil tanker MKD VYOM was attacked by an explosive vessel 52 nautical miles off the coast of Muscat. One crew member was killed in the attack, and 21 others were evacuated.
