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.
Zelenskyy stated that the trilateral talks between Ukraine, the US, and Russia, scheduled for March 5-6, have not been canceled. The meeting location in Abu Dhabi remains uncertain due to ongoing hostilities.
Putin's spokesman Peskov stated that the elimination of Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei did not affect Moscow's approach to resolving the Ukrainian conflict. The Russian Federation continues to consider the political and diplomatic path a priority.
The Iranian Red Crescent Society reported at least 555 deaths in Iran as a result of Israeli-American airstrikes. The attacks covered 131 cities in the country.
Analysts predict a rise in oil prices due to escalating conflict in the Middle East, particularly supply disruptions through the Strait of Hormuz. Oil futures jumped, reaching multi-month highs.
Saudi Arabia's state oil giant Saudi Aramco has shut down its Ras Tanura refinery after a drone strike. This happened after Tehran launched strikes in the region in response to the US and Israeli attack on Iran.
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.
European gas prices could rise by 130% if supplies through the Strait of Hormuz are halted for a month. This is due to the threat of the Iranian crisis to global supplies, which has already led to a 25% price increase.
The Main Intelligence Directorate of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine has published technical documentation and a list of components for the new Russian cruise missile "Izdelie-30". Microchips manufactured in the USA, Switzerland, China, and the Netherlands were found in its navigation system.
The conflict between Iran, Israel, and the United States has resulted in the deaths of over 100 female students in Iran and 10 people in Israel. In total, numerous civilian and military casualties have been recorded in six countries in the region.
The conflict with Iran has led to mass cancellations of flights by Emirates and Qatar Airways, causing airline shares to fall. Over 400 flights have been canceled by each airline, and Dubai and Doha airports have suspended operations.
Residents of the Persian Gulf countries awoke to explosions after night attacks, in which Hezbollah intervened in the conflict. Explosions were recorded in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Doha, Bahrain, Lebanon, Israel, Kuwait, Iran, and Cyprus.
Iran is trying to sow chaos in the Middle East by shelling US allies and influencing the global economy. The US has likely destroyed the headquarters of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps in Iran.
US President Donald Trump announced the intention of the American military to continue the offensive against Iran for several weeks. According to him, the operation is designed for 4-5 weeks.
Russia refuses to support Iran after the death of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. Putin expressed condolences but did not mention the US or Israel.
A powerful explosion, caused by an Iranian drone attack, occurred at the Royal Air Force Akrotiri base in Cyprus. This happened after Britain granted the US permission for strikes on Iranian targets.
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.
Brent crude oil price jumped 10% to $80 a barrel after US and Israeli strikes on Iran. Analysts predict a rise to $100 a barrel if there is a prolonged disruption to the Strait of Hormuz.
Great Britain has asked Ukraine to involve experts to help its Gulf partners shoot down Iranian drones. Prime Minister Keir Starmer has also allowed the US to use British bases for defense in the Middle East.
