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US-Israel-Iran War LIVE Updates: Bahrain’s state-owned energy company Bapco declares force majeure after waves of Iranian strikes targeted the country’s energy installations.
Bahrain oil refinery declares force majeure after being hit. (Image: X)
US-Israel-Iran War News Today Latest Updates: The war between the US, Israel, and Iran entered its tenth day, with high-intensity strikes spreading across the Middle East.
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei’s son, Mojtaba Ali Khamenei, has been appointed Iran’s new Supreme Leader by the Assembly of Experts. The development came nearly a week after Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed in a joint US-Israeli airstrike on Tehran.
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Meanwhile, White House did not immediately respond to the appointment. Trump had earlier called the new Iranian Supreme Leader “a lightweight”.
“We want someone who will bring harmony and peace to Iran,” he said in an interview with Axios last week. The US President said he would “have to be involved in the appointment, like with Delcy in Venezuela.”
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US-Israel-Iran War LIVE: Azerbaijan Reopens Iran Border To Cargo Traffic, TASS Reports
Azerbaijan on Monday reopened its border crossings with Iran for all cargo traffic, the Russian state-run TASS news agency reported. The border crossings, one of the shortest land routes connecting Iran to its ally Russia, were closed last week after an Iranian drone attack in the Nakhchivan exclave.
US-Israel-Iran War LIVE: IMF Chief Warns Middle East Conflict Could Raise Global Inflation
Monetary Fund (IMF) Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva on Monday warned that the ongoing conflict in the Middle East could pose fresh risks to global inflation if oil prices remain elevated for a prolonged period.
US-Israel-Iran War LIVE: UAE Air Defences Addressing Missile Threats
UAE air defences are currently responding to incoming missile and drone threats from Iran.
تتعامل حالياً الدفاعات الجوية الإماراتية مع تهديدات صاروخية وطائرات مسيرة قادمة من إيران
وتؤكد وزارة الدفاع أن الأصوات المسموعة في مناطق متفرقة من الدولة هي نتيجة اعتراض كل من منظومات الدفاع الجوي للصواريخ البالستية، والمقاتلات للطائرات المسيرة والجوالة.
UAE air defences are… pic.twitter.com/OymMGVbMFO
— وزارة الدفاع |MOD UAE (@modgovae) March 9, 2026
US-Israel-Iran War LIVE: Who Was Behind Strikes On Shajareh Tayyebeh Girls’ Elementary School In Minab?
Who was behind the strike on Shajareh Tayyebeh girls’ elementary school in Minab, Hormozgan province, southern Iran? Was it the United States (US) or Israel? Investigations by Dutch fact-checking group Bellingcat, the New York Times, and The Washington Post have linked the February 28, 2026, strike on a girls’ elementary school in Minab to a US Tomahawk cruise missile.
US-Israel-Iran War News Today LIVE: Bahrain's Largest Oil Refinery BAPCO Declares Force Majeure After Iranian Strike
US-Israel-Iran War Updates Today: A strike targeting Bahrain’s sprawling Al Ma’ameer oil facility has caused a fire at the complex along with material damage, state media reported.
Bahrain’s state-owned energy company Bapco declares force majeure after waves of Iranian strikes targeted the country’s energy installations.
US-Israel-Iran War News Today LIVE: Mojtaba's Rise Unlikely To End Iran Power Struggle, Larijani Emerges Key Challenger
US-Israel-Iran War Updates Today: The elevation of Mojtaba Khamenei as Iran’s new Supreme Leader may not resolve the deep power struggle unfolding inside the Islamic Republic, with influential political figure Ali Larijani emerging as a central obstacle to a smooth transition, according to intelligence sources and regional observers. READ MORE
Iran Israel War News Today Live Updates: Trump Says He Is 'Not Happy' Over Appointment Of Iran's New Supreme Leader
US-Israel-Iran War Updates Today: In the first reaction following the selection of Mojtaba Khamenei as Iran’s Supreme Leader, US President Donald Trump on Monday said he was “not happy”.
Speaking to Fox News anchor Brian Kilmeade, Trump said, “I am not happy with Iran’s selection of Mojtaba Khamenei as its new Supreme Leader.”
Iran Israel War News Today Live Updates: Jaishankar Briefs Parliament On West Asia Conflict
US-Israel-Iran War Updates Today: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Monday told the Rajya Sabha that India continues to believe that “dialogue and diplomacy should be pursued” to de-escalate tensions in West Asia.
Jaishankar reiterated the government’s call for restraint and peaceful resolution of the crisis.
US-Israel-Iran War News Today Live Updates: G7 To Discuss Emergency Oil Reserve Release
US-Israel-Iran War Updates Today: The Group of Seven (G7) finance ministers will hold an emergency meeting on Monday to discuss the possible joint release of strategic oil reserves in an effort to calm global crude markets that have surged sharply following the escalating conflict in the Gulf region. READ MORE
US-Israel-Iran War News Today Live Updates: Bahrain's Biggest Oil Refinery Hit By Iranian Strikes
US-Israel-Iran War Updates Today: Thick smoke was seen around Bahrain’s largest oil refinery BAPCO, after the country’s government said there had been injuries and damage in Sitra area due to an Iranian drone attack, Reuters news agency reported.
(News18 can not independently verify the authenticity of the video.)
US-Israel-Iran War News Today Live Updates: Saudi Warns Iran It Will Be 'Biggest Loser' If It Continues Attacks On Neighbours
US-Israel-Iran War Updates Today: Saudi Arabia warned Iran early Monday and said that Tehran it would be the “biggest loser” if it continues to attack Arab states.
The Saudi statement came after a new drone attack apparently targeted its massive Shaybah oil field.
US-Israel-Iran War Today Live Updates: Iran Embassy In India Congratulates Mojtaba Khamenei
US-Israel-Iran War Updates Today: Iran Embassy in Iran on Monday took to X and congratulated Ayatollah Seyyed Mojtaba Hosseini Khamenei on his selection as the Third Leader of Iran.
Declaration of Allegiance by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and All Diplomats of the Islamic Republic of Iran, at Home and Abroad, to the Third Leader of the Islamic Revolution
Unofficial translation
In the Name of God, the Most Compassionate, the Most Merciful
“O you who… https://t.co/vEYVlsk1dT
— Iran in India (@Iran_in_India) March 9, 2026
US-Israel-Iran War LIVE: Iran's Foreign Minister Congratulates Mojtaba Khamenei On Elected As The Next Supreme Leader
Iran’s Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi on Monday congratulated Ayatollah Seyyed Mojtaba Hosseini Khamenei on being elected as the third Supreme Leader of the Islamic Revolution.
Taking to X, he wrote, “Congratulations on the worthy selection of His Eminence Ayatollah Seyyed Mojtaba Hosseini Khamenei as the third Supreme Leader of the Islamic Revolution, coinciding with the first blessed night of Qadr.”
“We pledge that, in defense of the rights of the great Iranian nation, the advancement of national interests and security, and the realization of the lofty goals of the Islamic Revolution, we shall not falter for a moment,” he added.
US-Israel-Iran War LIVE: 32 Bahraini Citizens Injured In Iranian Drone Attack On Sitra
32 Bahraini citizens, including children, have been injured in a hostile Iranian drone attack in Sitra.
US-Israel-Iran War LIVE: Canada PM Carney Speaks To Trump
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney spoke with US President Donald Trump and discussed developments in the Middle East and Canada-US trade relations, among other topics.
US-Israel-Iran War LIVE: IDF Begins Wave Of Strikes In Central Iran
Parallel to its attack in Beirut, the IDF began a wave of strikes in central Iran.
The IDF has begun an additional wave of strikes targeting infrastructure of the Iranian terror regime in central Iran.
US-Israel-Iran War LIVE: IDF Attacks Hezbollah Infrastructure In Beirut
IDF attacks Hezbollah terrorist organisation infrastructure in Beirut.
US-Israel-Iran War LIVE: Canada PM Mark Carney Convenes Incident Response Group To Discuss Iran War
Taking to X, Canada PM Mark Carney wrote, “Today, I convened the Incident Response Group to discuss the ongoing hostilities in Iran and the Middle East, and continued vigilance to ensure the safety and security of all Canadians. Our meeting focused on efforts to protect Canadians in the region and work with partners to de-escalate the conflict.”
“Canada is continuing to facilitate travel for Canadians looking to depart the Middle East and the Gulf Region. We will take all possible measures to protect Canadians abroad, including those serving in diplomatic missions,” he added.
US-Israel-Iran War LIVE: No Indian Killed In Saudi Arabia's Al-Kharj
Hours after it was reported that an Indian was among the two killed after a projectile fell on a residential location in Saudi Arabia on Sunday. Sharing the update, the General Directorate of Saudi Civil Defense said, “Following up on the initial statement regarding the direct fall of a military projectile on a residential site in Al-Kharj Governorate, and after completing all final procedures, it has been determined that the two fatalities are of Bangladeshi nationality, (11) injured persons of Bangladeshi nationality, and (1) injured person of Indian nationality.”
US-Israel-Iran War Live: US Orders Embassy Staff To Leave Saudi Arabia
The United States says it is ordering embassy staff to leave Saudi Arabia as Iran strikes the kingdom in retaliation for an attack by Washington and Israel.
Travel Advisory: Saudi Arabia (March 9, 2026)
On March 8, 2026, the Department of State ordered non-emergency U.S. government employees and U.S. government employee family members to leave Saudi Arabia due to safety risks.
This amends the prior on March 3, 2026, Department of…
— U.S. Embassy Riyadh (@USAinKSA) March 9, 2026
US-Israel-Iran War Live: Iranian Missiles Light Up Skies Of Occupied Territories
US-Israel-Iran War Live: Khamenei's Son Mojtaba Named Iran's New Supreme Leader
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei’s son, Mojtaba Ali Khamenei, has been appointed Iran’s new Supreme Leader by the Assembly of Experts. The development came nearly a week after Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed in a joint US-Israeli airstrike on Tehran. READ MORE
US-Israel-Iran War Live: Trump Says Oil Prices 'Small Price To Pay'
Amid surging global oil prices triggered by escalating conflict in West Asia, United States President Donald Trump said the “short-term” spike is worth the cost if it eliminates Tehran’s nuclear threat.
In a post on Truth Social, Trump said, “Short term oil prices, which will drop rapidly when the destruction of the Iran nuclear threat is over, is a very small price to pay for U.S.A., and World, Safety and Peace. ONLY FOOLS WOULD THINK DIFFERENTLY!”
US-Israel-Iran War Live: Macron Speaks With Iranian President, Trump
French President Emmanuel Macron spoke on the phone Sunday with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian. He also had separate talks with President Donald Trump, Macron’s office said.
US-Israel-Iran War Live: Iranian Official Says 'Name Of Khamenei Will Continue'
Ayatollah Hosseinali Eshkevari, a member of the clerical council charged with electing a new leader for Iran, said the “name of Khamenei will continue”. This is seen as an indication that Ayatollah Ali Khamenei’s son Mojtaba would continue as successor.
US-Israel-Iran War Live: Israel Says 5 Killed In Beirut Hotel Strike, Including 3 IRGC Commanders
The Israeli military said it killed five people, including three IRGC commanders, in a precise strike at Ramada, a four-star hotel in central Beirut. Israel launched multiple waves of strikes this week across Lebanon and sent ground troops into border areas after Hezbollah launched attacks.
US-Israel-Iran War Live: Israeli Military Chief Says War Could Last 'Much Longer'
Israel’s military chief Lt Gen Eyal Zamir said the state of war against Iran could last for “much longer” as both sides traded waves of missile attacks on Sunday.
US-Israel-Iran War Live: Netanyahu Says 'Moment Of Truth Approaching' In Iran
Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu, in a video message, said the “moment of truth” is approaching in Iran and urged the Iranian people to liberate the country from tyranny. “I believe if you stand up at the moment of truth, the day will not be far off when Israel and Iran return to being brave friends,” he added.
US-Israel-Iran War Live: Sri Lanka To Issue Free Visas For Evacuated Iranian Sailors
Sri Lanka is planning to issue a monthlong free visa for the Iranian sailors evacuated outside its waters after a US submarine attack sunk another ship in the same area, killing more than 100 sailors, adding that “it will take sometime for them (sailors) to leave this country”, reported The Associated Press.
US-Israel-Iran War LIVE: Netanyahu Tells Iranians That Israel Wants To Liberate Iran In Video Message
Israeli PM Netanyahu has shared a video message on X saying Israel wants to liberate Iran.
A message from Prime Minister of Israel, Benjamin Netanyahu, to the brave people of Iran.
پیام نخست وزیر اسرائیل بنیامین نتانیاهو به ملت شجاع ایران pic.twitter.com/FHp8LdqwC1
— Prime Minister of Israel (@IsraeliPM) March 8, 2026
Live Post of US-Israel-Iran War LIVE: Starmer Urged To Cancel King’s US State Visit Amid Iran War
Amid pressure over whether the King’s state visit to the US should go ahead as the Iran war rages on, Liberal Democrat leader Sir Ed Davey has called on the prime minister to cancel the scheduled visit in April.
Live Post of US-Israel-Iran War LIVE: Iran Rejects Calls For Ceasefire, Claims US And Israel Already Shattered Ceasefire
Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has rejected calls for a ceasefire in the Middle East, saying that the US and Israel had already shattered the ceasefire reached to end last year’s 12-day war. “And now you want to ask for a ceasefire again? This doesn’t work like this,” he said.
US-Israel-Iran War Live: Indian Among 2 Dead In Iranian Attacks On Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia reported its first deaths in the ongoing war, saying two people – an Indian and Bangladeshi national – were killed and 12 more were injured Al Kharj governorate south of Riyadh, according to the Kingdom’s civil defence agency.
US-Israel-Iran War Live: US Says It Would Not Hit Iran's Energy Sector
The United States will spare Iran’s energy infrastructure as it wages war with Israel against the Islamic Republic, according to US Energy Secretary Chris Wright. “The US is targeting zero energy infrastructure. There are no plans to target Iran’s oil industry, their natural gas industry, or anything about their energy industry,” he told CNN.
US-Israel-Iran War Live: Trump Open To Members Of Iranian Regime Taking Power
US President Donald Trump expressed openness to someone with ties to the current regime to succeed Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. “I would, in order to choose a good leader I would, yeah, I would. There are numerous people that could qualify,” he said.
US-Israel-Iran War Live: Trump Praises Italy's Meloni For Helping In War Against Iran
US President Donald Trump praised Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni and said she was willing to help the United States and Israel in their war with Iran, according to Italian media.
US-Israel-Iran War Live: US Defends Allowing India To Purchase Russian Oil
US Energy Secretary Chris Wright defended the 30-day waiver to India to purchase Russian oil, saying Russian oil being sold to India had been expected to go to Chinese refineries but had been idling at sea. “Instead of having it wait six weeks to unload there, let’s just pull that oil forward, have it land at Indian refineries and tamp this fear of shortage of oil, tamp the price spikes and the concerns we see in the marketplace,” he told CNN.
US-Israel-Iran War Live: Starmer, Trump Hold Call About West Asia Conflict
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and US President Donald Trump held talks over the ongoing conflict in West Asia, after the latter expressed disagreement with Starmer’s initial refusal to allow the US to use UK bases for attacking Iran.
US-Israel-Iran War Live: Trump Says Next Iranian Leader Won't Last Long Without His Approval
US President Donald Trump said the next Iranian leader will not last long without his approval. This came after Iran’s foreign minister Abbas Araghchi said the Iranian people, not Trump, would choose the next leader.
US-Israel-Iran War Live: Iran Says Its People, Not Trump, Will Choose Country's Next Leader
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi told NBC News that the Iranian people, not Donald Trump, will choose the next leader of the country. This came after the US president said he should have a role in picking Iran’s next Supreme Leader.
