Middle East

India issues security advisory for its nationals in Qatar, Turkey

The Embassy of India in Doha announced that regular consular services would remain suspended on March 2 due to the "prevailing security situation."

2026-03-02T02:05:30.934325+00:00 IST

UAE shuts Tehran embassy after Iran missile strikes

In a statement, the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs said the Iranian attacks represented a "blatant violation of state sovereignty" and posed a direct threat to regional security and stability.

2026-03-02T01:21:59.221359+00:00 IST

UAE summons Iranian Ambassador amid tensions

The Ministry stressed that the targeting of the UAE's territory constitutes a blatant violation of its sovereignty, a threat to its national security, and a clear breach of all international conventions, resolutions, and established norms.

2026-03-02T01:08:05.067453+00:00 IST

"UK not involved in strikes on Iran," says PM Starmer

He revealed that British jets were already engaged in defensive operations in the Gulf. "We have British jets in the air as part of coordinated defensive operations, which have already successfully intercepted Iranian strikes."

2026-03-01T22:50:30.886766+00:00 IST

Former Israeli Ambassador on US-Israel strikes against Iran

He claimed that Iran's actions have affected several countries in the region.

2026-03-01T20:54:35.846364+00:00 IST

Nine dead in Israel as Iran strikes Beit Shemesh

Iranian missile strikes have killed at least nine people in Beit Shemesh, Israel, following air defence failures. Simultaneously, Iranian retaliatory attacks have struck civilian and commercial hubs across the UAE, Oman, and Qatar, causing injuries and significant damage to major trade and aviation infrastructure.

2026-03-01T18:53:19.431389+00:00 IST

Indian Embassies in Middle East remain in touch with nationals, i

The Ambassador briefed the attendees on recent developments in the region.

2026-03-01T17:34:15.876327+00:00 IST

UAE intercepts 165 missiles, 541 drones; 3 fatalities reported

West Asia is on high alert following joint US-Israel strikes, titled Operation Roaring Lion/ Operation Epic Fury. While reports claim Supreme Leader Khamenei was killed, Iran has launched retaliatory drone and missile attacks across the region. The UAE intercepted hundreds of threats, though casualties and material damage were reported.

2026-03-01T16:54:01.823870+00:00 IST

Iran claims missile strike on US aircraft carrier Abraham Lincoln

Iran's Revolutionary Guard says it attacked the aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln in the Gulf after the country's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed by US and Israeli air strikes, as per Al Jazeera.

2026-03-01T15:56:04.410033+00:00 IST

"Israel doesn't intend to attack schools," Israeli Envoy to India

Azar, in a conversation with ANI, said that Israel doesn't intend to hit schools, but terrorists blame Israel for different things.

2026-03-01T15:23:22.882871+00:00 IST

UAE announces precautionary measures and remote work

Amid escalating West Asia tensions, the UAE and Israel have implemented strict safety measures, including remote work and site closures. Following joint US-Israel strikes and reports of Supreme Leader Khamenei's death, Iran has vowed retaliation, launching missiles across the region as the world watches for a potential leadership succession.

2026-03-01T15:05:41.241313+00:00 IST

Eight killed in Iranian missile strike on Israel's Beit Shemesh; UAE's Zayed Port also targeted

Following Iranian strikes on Israel's Beit Shemesh and UAE's Zayed Port, regional tensions have spiked. While Iran vows "devastating" retaliation and mourns the reported death of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei, some Iranians reportedly celebrated. US President Trump hailed the strikes as "justice" while military operations continue across West Asia.

2026-03-01T14:13:14.826037+00:00 IST

UAE closes Global Village, Jebel Jais as tensions in West Asia

Authorities across the UAE have announced precautionary measures, including temporary closures of major attractions, remote working guidance, and operational adjustments in key business districts, following the escalation in WestAsia region. Officials urged residents, workers, and tourists to rely only on verified official sources for updates, Gulf News reported.

2026-03-01T13:53:50.008048+00:00 IST

Israel says Iran fired missiles in civilian neighbourhoods

The Israel Defense Forces on Sunday said that Iran fired missiles towards civilians in the neighborhood of Beit Shemesh.

2026-03-01T13:41:50.174287+00:00 IST

Khamenei's martyrdom marks a new chapter: Iran's Foreign Ministry

Iran's Foreign Ministry confirmed the "martyrdom" of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Syed Ali Khamenei, calling US-Israeli strikes a "terrorist act." While Tehran vowed retaliation and 40 days of mourning, reports surfaced of public celebrations. US President Donald Trump hailed the death as "justice" as regional military escalations continue.

2026-03-01T13:28:43.321329+00:00 IST

Israel releases footage of strike at 'heart of Iran'

The IDF conducted strikes in Iran as a part of Operation 'Roaring Lion'.

2026-03-01T13:08:34.787358+00:00 IST

Iran attacking eight countries, not only Israel: Oren Marmorstein

Israel's Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Oren Marmorstein stated that Iran's regime is attacking eight countries, not only Israel, using ballistic missiles. He clarified that Israel's objective is to remove an "existential threat" and create conditions for the Iranian people to be free from the current leadership's control.

2026-03-01T12:22:11.445720+00:00 IST

"Opportunity that comes once in generation," Netanyahu asks Irani

Netanyahu called on Iranians to unify and free themselves of the regime.

2026-03-01T12:08:16.284650+00:00 IST

"Living nightmare for killers": Iran on Supreme Leader's death

Iran's Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi and the Foreign Ministry issued statements vowing resilience following the killing of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Meanwhile, massive, sometimes violent protests erupted across Iran, Iraq, India, and Pakistan, with demonstrators condemning US-Israeli strikes and mourning the leader's death.

2026-03-01T11:23:27.944140+00:00 IST

Alireza Arafi appointed as Jurist in Iran’s Leadership Council

Arafi will be part of the temporary Leadership Council alongside President Masoud Pezeshkian and Chief Justice Gholamhossein Mohseni Ejei, as per Al Jazeera.

2026-03-01T10:47:36.066117+00:00 IST

Shia communities rally worldwide after Khamenei's death

In Tehran and other Iranian cities, millions were reported to have mourned the Leader of the Islamic Revolution. Crowds filled streets in Isfahan and Zanjan, while chants of "Death to America" and "Death to Israel" echoed at the Hazrat Masoumeh Shrine in Qom, Press TV reported.

2026-03-01T10:28:24.945377+00:00 IST