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Last Updated:March 04, 2026, 13:05 IST
Iran Israel War News Live: Several areas of Tehran have been hit and a passenger plane was also destroyed as Israel launched its ninth wave of attacks on Iran.
A plume of smoke rises after a strike on the Iranian capital Tehran, on March 3, 2026. (Photo: AFP)
Iran Israel War News Live | US Israel Attack Iran Today Live Updates: As West Asia war enters it’s fifth day, we bring you the latest updates.
Here’s what happened so far:
Tensions in the Middle East have sharply escalated as the United States and Israel continue military operations against Iran, triggering retaliatory strikes, rising casualties and global economic shocks. Diplomatic contradictions, regional security fears and disrupted oil routes are deepening uncertainty across the region.
US Consulate in Dubai attacked
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said all personnel were accounted for after a drone struck the grounds of the US consulate in Dubai. A source told CNN the drone was suspected to be Iranian. Earlier, the US closed embassies in Saudi Arabia, Kuwait and Lebanon and warned Americans to leave some countries in the region.
New US strikes
US President Donald Trump said most of Iran’s military installations had been “knocked out” and confirmed new strikes targeting Iranian leadership. Israel also struck a compound linked to the body responsible for electing Iran’s next supreme leader. Trump later contradicted Rubio’s rationale, saying he ordered US forces to join Israel because he believed Iran was preparing to strike first.
Rising death toll in Iran
At least 780 people have been killed in US and Israeli bombing across Iran, according to the semi-official Tasnim news agency citing the Iranian Red Crescent. The death toll since Saturday later rose to at least 787 after strikes hit the Assembly of Experts building in Qom.
Iran’s retaliation expands
Tehran continued retaliatory attacks for a fourth consecutive night, with strikes reported on Washington’s embassy in Dubai and a port in Fujairah in the United Arab Emirates.
Oil market turmoil
Global markets reacted sharply after Iran declared the Strait of Hormuz closed. Trump said the US navy was ready to escort tankers through the waterway. Shipping disruptions pushed US gasoline prices to their largest one-day rise since 2005, while oil prices climbed and stocks fell. Iraq also slowed or halted production at the Rumaila field and the West Qurna 2 project.
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US-Israel-Iran War Live News Updates: Israel Warns Iran’s Next Supreme Leader Will Be ‘Target For Elimination’
As Iran begins the process of selecting a new Supreme Leader, Israel’s defence minister warned that whoever assumes the position would become “a target for elimination,”. This comes amid rising tensions and escalating regional conflict.
US-Israel-Iran War Live News Updates: 11-Year-Old Girl Killed By Shrapnel Amid Iranian Attacks In Gulf
Kuwait’s health ministry said an 11-year-old girl died after being struck by falling shrapnel during Iranian attacks across the Gulf. Doctors attempted resuscitation for nearly 30 minutes, but she succumbed to her injuries.
US-Israel-Iran War Live News Updates: US-Israeli Strikes Damage Bushehr Airport, Aircraft Destroyed
US-Israeli strikes caused damage at an airport in Bushehr, a southern Iranian port city that also hosts a nuclear power plant, Iran’s Mehr news agency reported on Tuesday. According to the AFP report, a projectile struck an Airbus aircraft during the attack, completely destroying the plane. The blast’s shockwave also damaged the airport terminal, the agency said. Officials added that a second aircraft was hit in the strike. The extent of wider operational disruption at the airport was not immediately clear. The reported attack comes amid escalating military exchanges between Iran and Israel, raising concerns over strikes near sensitive infrastructure in the region.
US-Israel-Iran War Live News Updates: Iran To Hold State Funeral For Ayatollah Ali Khamenei
Iran will hold a state funeral for Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei on Wednesday evening, state television reported, as nationwide mourning continues following confirmation of his death earlier this week.
US-Israel-Iran War Live News Updates: IRGC Launches New Missile Wave At US, Israeli Targets
Iran’s Revolutionary Guards said on Wednesday that around 40 missiles were launched at US and Israeli targets as the Middle East war entered its fifth day. In a statement broadcast on state television, the Guards said the strikes formed part of the 17th wave of “Operation Honest Promise 4”, carried out by its aerospace forces. The statement did not provide further details about the targets or the impact of the missile launches.
AFP Reports
US-Israel-Iran War Live News Updates: Israel Hits Basij, Iran's Security Headquarters In New Strikes
The Israel Defense Forces said the Israeli Air Force carried out a new wave of strikes across Tehran, targeting dozens of command centres linked to Iran’s internal security and Basij forces. Guided by military intelligence, the operation involved dropping dozens of munitions on facilities used by the Iranian regime to maintain control and monitor operational assessments across the country. The IDF said it also struck the regime’s Ground Force Supply and Logistics Directorate, along with missile launchers and additional military systems. According to the military, the strikes are part of ongoing efforts to degrade what it described as the Iranian regime’s military and security infrastructure.
US-Israel-Iran War Live News Updates: Israel Secretly Evacuates Embassy Staff From UAE After Foiled Iran Plots
Israel carried out a covert evacuation of non-essential embassy staff from the United Arab Emirates on Tuesday after two alleged Iranian terror plots targeting its diplomatic mission were foiled, an Israeli official said. A senior official told Channel 12 the attempts formed part of a coordinated effort to hunt Israeli diplomats. Thousands of Israelis remain in the UAE, including tourists affected by cancelled flights, residents and dual nationals seeking help to leave amid rising tensions. Since the war began on Saturday, the UAE has faced more than 800 drones and 200 missile attacks, according to the country’s defence ministry.
US-Israel-Iran War Live News Updates: NYC Mayor Mamdani Criticises Iranian Repression But Warns Against Regime-Change Wars
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani commented on the escalating tensions involving Iran and the wider Middle East, criticising Tehran’s leadership while cautioning against military intervention aimed at regime change. He said the Iranian government had carried out systematic repression, including the killing of thousands of citizens who protested earlier this year. Calling the administration “brutal,” Mamdani stressed that human rights abuses must be recognised. However, he also warned that past US-led regime-change wars in the region brought devastating consequences, urging policymakers to remember those lessons. He said avoiding another prolonged conflict should remain a priority as tensions continue to rise.
US-Israel-Iran War Live News Updates: SpiceJet Launches Special UAE Flights To Bring Stranded Indians Home
SpiceJet will operate eight special flights from Fujairah in the UAE on March 4 to bring stranded Indian nationals home. The services include four flights to Delhi, three to Mumbai and one to Kochi. The airline had already operated four similar evacuation flights on March 3 to assist passengers.
US-Israel-Iran War Live News Updates: Iran Guards Claim ‘Complete Control’ Of Strait Of Hormuz
Iran’s Revolutionary Guards claimed they have “complete control” over the Strait of Hormuz after Tehran announced the waterway’s closure in retaliation for US-Israel strikes, escalating regional tensions and raising fears of disruption to global oil shipments.
US-Israel-Iran War Live News Updates: Drone Targets US Embassy Support Camp Near Baghdad Airport
A drone targeted the logistical support camp of the US embassy near Baghdad Airport, according to reports by Al Jazeera Arabic. Details about casualties or damage were not immediately available. The incident comes amid heightened regional tensions and ongoing security concerns surrounding US diplomatic and military facilities in Iraq.
US-Israel-Iran War Live News Updates: Israeli Strike In East Lebanon's Baalbek Kills Four, Injures Six
Lebanese state media reported that at least four people were killed and six others wounded after an Israeli strike hit a building in Baalbek, eastern Lebanon, on Wednesday. The state-run News Agency said rescue teams were continuing operations to pull families trapped beneath the rubble as emergency efforts remained underway at the site.
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US-Israel-Iran War Live News Updates: Washington Flags Travel Alerts As Iran War Escalates
The United States has stepped up efforts to assist and evacuate American citizens across West Asia as tensions rise amid the ongoing war with Iran. The Trump administration said the safety and security of Americans worldwide remains its highest priority.
On March 2, Washington issued a region-wide precautionary message advising US citizens in the Middle East to remain alert due to the evolving security situation. As of March 3, 9 pm EST, travel advisories for Jordan, Oman, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates have been raised to Level 3, urging Americans to reconsider travel. Egypt remains at Level 2, with officials saying the overall security assessment there has not changed.
The State Department urged citizens to monitor updates through its official travel website and enrol in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive alerts directly. Americans requiring consular assistance can access 24-hour support through dedicated emergency phone lines from abroad or within the United States and Canada.
The Trump Administration has no higher priority than the safety and security of Americans worldwide. On March 2 we issued a region-wide precautionary message to Americans in the Middle East in light of evolving dynamics. Here is a summary of our latest security updates as of… pic.twitter.com/3nj729qdb4
— TravelGov (@TravelGov) March 4, 2026
US-Israel-Iran War Live News Updates: US Prepares Assistance Plans For Citizens In Middle East
The U.S. government is actively preparing options to assist American citizens in the Middle East. U.S. citizens in the region should enroll in STEP to receive updates and important information – http://step.state.gov
The U.S. government is actively preparing options to assist American citizens in the Middle East. U.S. citizens in the region should enroll in STEP to receive updates and important information – https://t.co/e0rHWURfdx https://t.co/6zJwIIVI1Z
— U.S. Embassy in Qatar (@USEmbassyDoha) March 4, 2026
US-Israel-Iran War Live News Updates: US Authorises Embassy Staff To Exit Saudi Arabia And Oman Amid Iran Retaliation
The US State Department has authorised non-emergency personnel and their families in Saudi Arabia and Oman to leave amid rising regional tensions following Iran’s retaliatory strikes after US-Israeli air raids. Advisories issued by the US embassies in Riyadh and Muscat said the departures were permitted due to growing safety risks. Oman, which had mediated talks between Washington and Tehran, has called for an immediate ceasefire in the conflict. Saudi Arabia, meanwhile, condemned Iranian attacks, including a strike targeting the US embassy compound in Riyadh that forced its closure on Tuesday. The decision reflects increasing security concerns as the conflict spreads across the Gulf region.
US-Israel-Iran War Live News Updates: Israel Activates Air Defences After Missile Threat From Iran
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) said it had identified missiles launched from Iran toward Israeli territory a short while ago. Defensive systems were activated to intercept the incoming threat. The Home Front Command issued precautionary alerts directly to mobile phones in affected areas, urging residents to follow safety instructions. Authorities asked the public to immediately enter protected spaces upon receiving an alert and remain there until further notice. Leaving shelters is permitted only after explicit official instructions are issued. The IDF emphasised that adherence to Home Front Command guidelines is essential, stressing that following safety measures can help save lives during ongoing missile threats.
US-Israel-Iran War Live News Updates: 34 Flights Cancelled At Bengaluru Airport Amid Airspace Restrictions
A total of 34 flights were cancelled at Bengaluru airport on March 4, due to ongoing airspace restrictions linked to the West Asia crisis. Airport authorities confirmed that 18 arrivals and 16 departures were affected until 23:59 hrs. The cancellations mainly impacted routes connecting Bengaluru with major Gulf destinations, including Abu Dhabi, Riyadh, Jeddah, Dammam, Dubai and Doha. The disruption comes as airlines continue adjusting operations amid restricted airspace and security concerns across parts of the Middle East. Passengers have been advised to check flight status with their airlines and stay updated through official airport and airline communications.
US-Israel-Iran War Live News Updates: UK, France, Italy Launch Evacuation Flights As Iran War Intensifies
Several European countries are accelerating efforts to evacuate their nationals stranded in the Middle East as the Israel-US war with Iran intensifies. The United Kingdom is coordinating with airlines to increase departures, with limited commercial flights resuming from the UAE and a chartered evacuation flight planned from Oman for vulnerable citizens. France is preparing evacuation operations beginning with two flights, with President Emmanuel Macron noting around 400,000 French nationals are in the region. Italy has arranged special flights from Oman and Abu Dhabi to Rome, while the Czech Republic has already flown evacuees home from Jordan, with additional evacuation flights scheduled.
US-Israel-Iran War Live News Updates: Iran Launches Fresh Strike, Sirens Sound Across Southern Israel
Air raid sirens sounded across southern Israel after Iranian missiles were detected, prompting residents to seek shelter as Israeli air defences moved to intercept the incoming threats amid escalating regional tensions.
US-Israel-Iran War Live News Updates: MEA Establishes Special Control Rooms
As the West Asia war entered its fifth day, India’s foreign ministry established special control rooms.
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Emergency contact numbers of Indian Embassies in the region are:
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Lebanon: +961 76860128
Oman: +968 98282270 (Whatsapp) / 80071234 (Toll free)
Qatar: +974 55647502
Ramallah, Palestine: +970 592916418
Saudi Arabia (Riyadh): +966 11 4884697 / 800 247 1234 (toll free)
Saudi Arabia (Jeddah): +966 126648660 / +966 12 2614093
United Arab Emirates: +971 543090571 (Whatsapp) / 800 46342 (Toll free)
US-Israel-Iran War Live News Updates: Israeli Strikes Kill 50 In Lebanon, Health Ministry Says
At least 50 people have been killed and 335 wounded in Israeli strikes across Lebanon over the past two days, according to the country’s health ministry. Bombardments continued on Wednesday morning, including an airstrike in Aramoun, south of Beirut, which killed six people and injured eight during the early hours, officials said.
US-Israel-Iran War Live News Updates: Israel Strikes Beirut's Hazmieh
Israeli strike hits hotel in Beirut suburb of Hazmieh, according to AFP, quoting Lebanese state media
US-Israel-Iran War Live News Updates: Saudi Arabia Downs 9 Drones
Saudi Arabia intercepted and destroyed nine drones after they entered its airspace early Wednesday, according to state media. The Saudi Press Agency, citing a defence ministry spokesperson, said the drones were immediately neutralised. Authorities did not report any casualties or damage to infrastructure following the incident.
US-Israel-Iran War Live News Updates: IDF Detects New Iranian Missile Wave
Israel’s military says a new wave of Iranian ballistic missiles has been detected, with air raid sirens expected to sound across southern Israel shortly as defence systems prepare for possible interceptions.
US-Israel-Iran War Live News Updates: 'Respect Law' - Spain Pushes Back After Trump Warns Of Trade Cut Over Iran Bases
Spain has pushed back against a threat by US President Donald Trump to sever trade ties after Madrid refused to allow American aircraft to use its bases for strikes linked to Iran. Spain said the United States must respect international law and EU bilateral trade rules following Trump’s warning over the base access dispute.
US-Israel-Iran War Live News Updates: Two Drones Strike CIA Facility In Saudi
A CIA station located inside the US Embassy compound in Riyadh was reportedly struck in a drone attack, according to a source. Officials said two drones hit the site, causing structural damage and smoke within the compound. No injuries were immediately reported, while authorities continue assessing the extent of the damage and monitoring the security situation.
NEW: A CIA station inside the U.S. Embassy compound in Riyadh was hit in a drone attack, according to a source.
Two drones caused structural damage and smoke inside the compound, officials said.
There were no immediate reports of injuries. pic.twitter.com/5LDx3bq1kF
— Fox News (@FoxNews) March 3, 2026
US-Israel-Iran War Live News Updates: Sirens Echo In Tel Aviv As Israel Intercepts Missiles
Air raid sirens sounded across Tel Aviv as Israeli defence systems launched interceptors to counter incoming missiles, prompting residents to seek shelter amid escalating regional tensions and continued cross-border hostilities.
US-Israel-Iran War Live News Updates: Sirens Sound Across Northern Israel’s Upper Galilee
Sirens sounded across northern Israel, with alerts reported in the Upper Galilee region, a mountainous area spanning northern Israel and southern Lebanon, amid heightened tensions and ongoing cross-border security concerns.
US-Israel-Iran War Live News Updates: Israel Launches Broad Strikes Across Iran, Explosions Reported In Tehran
The Israeli military said early Wednesday it had launched a broad wave of strikes targeting Iran’s missile launch sites, air defence systems and key infrastructure. Iran’s Tasnim news agency reported fresh explosions in Tehran within the past hour as the attacks continued. Further details are awaited.
US-Israel-Iran War Live News Updates: India Urges Citizens In Kuwait To Stay Indoors Amid Regional Crisis
Amid the West Asia crisis, India’s Ambassador-designate to Kuwait, Paramita Tripathi, issued a message to the Indian community, calling the situation “extraordinary” due to evolving security concerns since 28 February. She said Prime Minister Narendra Modi had spoken with Kuwait’s Crown Prince, while External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar held talks with Kuwait’s Foreign Minister. India condemned the violation of Kuwait’s sovereignty and territorial integrity. Tripathi assured citizens that the Embassy of India and the government place the highest priority on the safety and well-being of Indian nationals. She advised Indians to avoid unnecessary outdoor movement and strictly follow guidance issued by local authorities.
US-Israel-Iran War Live News Updates: Pentagon Releases Names of Four US Soldiers Killed By Drone In Kuwait
The Pentagon has released the names of four US soldiers killed in a drone attack targeting American military facilities amid escalating tensions with Iran. The attack occurred in Port Shuaiba, Kuwait, approximately 68 miles across the Persian Gulf from Iranian territory. The slain soldiers, all assigned to the 103rd Sustainment Command in Des Moines, Iowa, are Captain Cody A. Khork, 35; Sergeant 1st Class Noah L. Tietjens, 42; Sergeant 1st Class Nicole M. Amor, 39; and Sergeant Declan J. Coady, 20. Two other service members were also killed, but their names have not been released. The incident remains under investigation.
US-Israel-Iran War Live News Updates: Mojtaba Khamenei Named Iran’s New Supreme Leader
Iran’s Assembly of Experts has elected Mojtaba Khamenei, son of the late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, as the country’s new supreme leader under pressure from the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, as per reports.
Live Post of Iran-Israel War News Live: Israel Says It Struck ‘Covert Underground’ Nuclear Site Near Tehran
Live Post of Iran-Israel War News Live: The Israeli military said it carried out a precise strike on what it described as a “covert underground” nuclear site on the eastern outskirts of Tehran. According to the Israel Defense Forces, the facility housed a group of scientists allegedly developing a key component for nuclear weapons. The military said the location, identified as “Minzadehei,” was targeted after intelligence tracked activities at the underground compound. There was no immediate response from Iranian authorities.
Live Post of Iran-Israel War News Live: Blasts Heard In Jerusalem; Missile Debris Falls In Tel Aviv After Fresh Iran Barrage
Live Post of Iran-Israel War News Live: Blasts were heard in Jerusalem after a new wave of missiles was fired from Iran, AFP journalists reported. In Tel Aviv, police said munitions debris fell in parts of the city following the barrage. There were no immediate details on casualties. The latest strikes mark another escalation in cross-border attacks as Iran and Israel continue exchanging missile fire amid the widening conflict.
Live Post of Iran-Israel War News Live: Trump Says US Navy Will Escort Oil Tankers Through Strait Of Hormuz If Needed
Live Post of Iran-Israel War News Live: US President Donald Trump said the US Navy would begin escorting oil tankers through the Strait of Hormuz “as soon as possible” if required amid the ongoing Iran conflict. Posting on Truth Social, Trump also said Washington would provide insurance backing for shipping to ensure energy supplies continue. “No matter what, the United States will ensure the FREE FLOW of ENERGY to the WORLD,” he wrote, as fears grow over disruptions to global oil transit through the strategic waterway.
Live Post of Iran-Israel War News Live: Fire Near US Consulate In Dubai After Drone Attack, No Injuries Reported
Live Post of Iran-Israel War News Live: A drone attack caused a fire near the US consulate in Dubai on Tuesday, according to a government statement. The Dubai Media Office said authorities had “successfully contained” the blaze resulting from a drone-related incident near the diplomatic mission. Emergency teams responded immediately and no injuries were reported. The development comes a day after the US embassy in Riyadh was struck amid escalating tensions following US-Israeli military action against Iran.
Live Post of Iran-Israel War News Live: Blasts Heard Near US Consulate In Dubai
Live Post of Iran-Israel War News Live: Explosions were heard and smoke was seen rising from a location close to the US consulate in Dubai, according to initial reports. There was no immediate confirmation on the cause of the blasts or any casualties. Authorities have not yet issued an official statement on the incident.
Live Post of Iran-Israel War News Live: Macron Says France Has Deployed Rafales, Warns Israeli Ground Operation Would Be ‘Strategic Error’
Live Post of Iran-Israel War News Live: French President Emmanuel Macron said France has deployed Rafale fighter jets, air defence systems and radar assets amid escalating regional tensions. He warned that an Israeli land operation would constitute a “dangerous escalation” and a “strategic error.” Macron said the conflict is spreading across the region and carries serious risks to peace and security, adding that while Iran bears primary responsibility, France cannot approve US or Israeli military actions.
Live Post of Iran-Israel War News Live: Iran Leader Vote Expected After Khamenei’s Burial
Live Post of Iran-Israel War News Live: Iranian media reported that Ayatollah Ali Khamenei did not designate a successor before his death. According to Fars news agency, a vote to elect Iran’s next Supreme Leader is expected to take place after his burial. The Assembly of Experts, an 88-member clerical body, is constitutionally tasked with selecting the country’s new leader.
Live Post of Iran-Israel War News Live: Israel Warns Iranian Officials To Leave Lebanon Within 24 Hours
Live Post of Iran-Israel War News Live: Israel has warned Iranian officials in Lebanon that they will be targeted if they do not leave the country within 24 hours, according to reports. The warning signals a potential widening of the conflict beyond Iran’s borders, as tensions rise following ongoing US-Israeli strikes and retaliatory attacks across the region.
