World
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IRGC Claims Ballistic Missile Strike on USS Lincoln; US Denies
Iran’s IRGC claimed on March 1, 2026, it fired four ballistic missiles at the USS Abraham Lincoln as part of Operation True Promise-4.
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Iran Missiles Fired Towards Cyprus Amid Regional Conflict
Iranian missiles were fired in the direction of Cyprus, raising concerns for UK military bases and regional stability. This came as US-Israel strikes on Iran.
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Ayatollah Arafi Named Interim Iran Supreme Leader After Khamenei Death
Ayatollah Alireza Arafi has been named Iran’s interim Supreme Leader after Ayatollah Ali Khamenei’s death. He joins a three-member council to govern the nation.
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Khamenei Killed in Tehran, Putin’s Alliance Limits Exposed
Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed in Tehran. This event starkly highlights the limits of Russia’s support for its allies.
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U.S.-Israeli Strikes Reportedly Kill Iran’s Supreme Leader Khamenei
U.S. President Donald Trump announced the death of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei after joint U.S.-Israeli strikes. Tehran denies the reports, raising fears of regional instability and an unprecedented leadership vacuum.
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Ali Larijani Pledges Revenge on X After Israeli Strikes Target Leaders
Top Iranian aide Ali Larijani pledged ‘unforgettable lessons’ to ‘Zionist criminals’ on X after reports he and Ali Khamenei were targeted in Israeli strikes.
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Doha Protected by Qatar’s Air Defenses During Missile Attacks
Qatar’s air defense systems protected Doha by intercepting ballistic missiles during a surge in regional conflict triggered by Iran’s retaliatory strikes.
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Shahed-136 Drones Target Dubai Amid Escalating Regional Tensions
Iranian Shahed-136 drones and missiles targeted Dubai on February 28, 2026, amid regional hostilities. UAE air defenses intercepted threats.
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Trump Claims Khamenei Dead, No Official Confirmation
Donald Trump says Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei is dead, but Tehran has not confirmed the claim and no independent verification has emerged.
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Kuwait Airport Struck by Drone as Iran Retaliates, Halting Flights
Kuwait International Airport sustained minor injuries and material damage from a drone strike Saturday, amidst Iran’s regional retaliation. It triggered widespread airspace closures and flight cancellations.
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Khamenei’s Death Disputed: Dead Body Shown to Trump
Conflicting reports on Ayatollah Ali Khamenei’s status emerged after major US-Israeli strikes on Iran. Tehran denies his death as President Trump calls for an uprising.
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Dubai Reports Four Injuries in Palm Jumeirah Incident on Feb 28
On February 28, 2026, an incident near Fairmont The Palm hotel caused four injuries and a fire, occurring during heightened tensions from Iranian retaliatory.
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Middle East Tensions Push Brent Crude Prices Toward $80
Following the US-Israel military action against Iran, Brent crude oil prices are expected to climb to $80 per barrel, leading to higher retail gasoline costs.
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CIA Report: Iran’s Revolutionary Guard Would Seize Power if Khamenei Dies
A classified CIA assessment, conducted prior to recent US-Israeli military operations, concluded Iran’s hardline Revolutionary Guard would likely assume power if Supreme Leader Khamenei were killed.
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German Chancellor Merz Navigates Iran Crisis After US-Israel Strikes
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz is navigating a complex diplomatic landscape after recent US and Israeli strikes on Iran, joining European calls for de-escalation while maintaining contact with Israel.