On 28 February 2026, Israel and the United States began a series of strikes against Iran targeting the country’s leadership, security forces and nuclear programme and missile sites. In response, Iran has launched a series of counter-strikes against Israel, US military bases in the region, and military and civilian locations in Arab states that house US forces. UK bases in Bahrain, Qatar and Cyprus have also been attacked. Here, you will get all updates related to conflicts in these countries:
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US President Donald Trump sharply criticised several European nations over their response to the ongoing US-Israel military campaign against Iran. US criticized Spain for refusing to allow American forces to use military bases on its territory. His remarks come after Spain formally declined permission for the United States to use jointly operated military bases at Rota and Morón for operations linked to strikes on Iran. President Donald Trump threatened to halt trade with Spain and said he had instructed Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent to “cut off all dealings” with the country.
India launches Support for its citizens. Citizens can contact from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. (Indian time) via toll-free number 1800118797 or landlines 91-11-23012113, 91-11-23014104, 91-11-23017905.
Iran will observe a three-day state funeral for Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was killed in recent US-Israeli strikes, according to the official news agency Irna, as quoted by AFP.
Israel will reopen its airspace on the night of March 4–5, allowing limited flights from Ben Gurion Airport to evacuate Israeli citizens stranded in the Gulf region.
The total number of people killed in both countries – Israel and Iran has now crossed 800, according to reports.
