Middle East

Iranian media says Khamenei's daughter, son-in-law killed

Times of Israel cited Iran's state media reporting that Ali Khamenei's daughter, grandchild, daughter-in-law and son-in-law were killed in Israeli-US strikes.

2026-03-01T01:29:50.126021+00:00 IST

Israeli Air Force airstrikes kills seven senior Iranian Defence o

In a blow to Tehran's leadership, the Israeli Air Force said its jets carried out strikes on military targets in Iran, reportedly killing seven top Iranian defence officials, including Ali Shamkhani and Mohammad Pakpour.

2026-03-01T01:15:22.396843+00:00 IST

Iranian activists report celebrations in country

Reports coming in from Iran suggest that celebrations have broken out in various parts of the country.

2026-03-01T01:06:14.642302+00:00 IST

IAEA urges restraint amid Middle East tensions “to avoid any nucl

"The IAEA is closely monitoring developments in the Middle East, and urges restraint to avoid any nuclear safety risks to people in the region. The IAEA is in permanent contact with countries in the region, so far no evidence of any radiological impact. The Agency will keep monitoring the situation and informing," the IAEA posted on X.

2026-03-01T00:43:54.860775+00:00 IST

"Our partnership is a true blessing...": Isaac Herzog

Israeli President Isaac Herzog on Saturday praised the military of Israel and the United States, stating that the partnership is a "true blessing," while expressing support for the President of the United States, Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for the collaborative military strike on Iranian sites.

2026-02-28T23:50:43.427598+00:00 IST

Drone intercepted near Burj Al Arab, fire quickly contained

Amid the escalating tensions in West Asia after Iranian attacks across various countries, authorities in Dubai said a drone was intercepted near the Burj Al Arab, causing debris that sparked a minor fire on the hotel's outer facade.

2026-02-28T23:33:34.240340+00:00 IST

Indian Embassy in Doha halts regular services

The Embassy of India in Doha, Oatar on Sunday issued an advisory stating that regular consular services will remain closed on March 1 amid the escalating security concerns in the Middle East. However, Embassy officials will be available for emergency services related to consular services related to passports, visas, and attestations.

2026-02-28T23:22:26.767878+00:00 IST

Khamenei killed in strike on Tehran, Israeli officials informed

Iran's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, was killed in an Israeli airstrike on Tehran, according to The Jerusalem Post, which cited senior Israeli officials on Saturday (local time).

2026-02-28T20:51:17.900002+00:00 IST

“Iran will not sit idly by as US attacks our people”: FM Seyed

Iran's Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi said that Iran will not remain silent after the United States attacks its people, amid rising tensions following US and Israeli military actions.

2026-02-28T19:52:54.487418+00:00 IST

Hundreds of Indians stranded at Abu Dhabi airport

Abu Dhabi airport, which serves as a critical transit gateway connecting flights across Asia, Europe, the Americas and Africa, came to a halt as the ripple effects of the attack spread through global aviation networks.

2026-02-28T17:16:56.940115+00:00 IST

EAM Jaishankar speaks with Israeli, Iranian FM amid escalating te

"Spoke with Israeli FM Gideon Sa'ar this afternoon. Reiterate India's call for dialogue and diplomacy to de-escalate tensions," Jaishankar posted on X about his call with FM Gideon Sa'ar.

2026-02-28T17:13:18.384520+00:00 IST

UAE: Palm Jumeriah fire under control following interception

"Dubai authorities confirm that an incident occurred in a building in the Palm Jumeirah area. Emergency response teams were deployed immediately and the site has been secured. Dubai Civil Defence has confirmed that the resulting fire is now under control. Four individuals sustained injuries and have been transferred to medical facilities. The safety and wellbeing of residents and visitors remain the highest priority," the statement read.

2026-02-28T16:59:28.634378+00:00 IST

Tel Aviv: hospitals implement emergency preparedness measures

Visuals from the hospital showed nurses, officials, and family members moving sick, old patients to the underground facilities, while stockpiling on supplies.

2026-02-28T16:44:23.831633+00:00 IST

Passengers stranded at Abu Dhabi Airport

Passengers were left stranded at Abu Dhabi airport after flight operations were disrupted following joint military strikes by the US and Israel on Iran.

2026-02-28T16:33:30.022166+00:00 IST

British planes in sky as part of defensive operations in Middle e

"I condemn Iran's attacks on partners across the region, many of which are not parties to this conflict, we extend our support and solidarity to them. As part of our commitment to the security of our allies in the middle east, we have a range of defensive capabilities in the region, which we have recently strengthen. Our forces are active, and British planes are in the sky as part of coordinated regional defensive operations to our protect our interests and our allies, as Britain has done before in line with international law," PM Starmer said in an official statement.

2026-02-28T16:18:48.817271+00:00 IST

Israeli media reports plumes of smoke seen at Dubai hotel

Viral videos circulating on social media showed smoke and flames outside the Fairmont, one of the popular hotels frequented by Westerners in Dubai.

2026-02-28T15:57:41.421712+00:00 IST

Saudi Arabia denounces “Iran’s aggression”

Saudi Arabia on Saturday denounced in the strongest terms "Iranian aggression and the flagrant violation of the sovereignty of the UAE, Bahrain, Qatar, Kuwait, and Jordan" and extended its support for the brotherly countries.

2026-02-28T15:52:47.077558+00:00 IST

Israel strikes Iranian strategic defence systems

"The IDF completed a broad strike on strategic defense systems of the Iranian regime. The IDF struck multiple strategic aerial defense systems, including an advanced SA-65 system in the Kermanshah area of western Iran," the IDF posted on X.

2026-02-28T15:35:13.610089+00:00 IST

UAE markets stable, food stockpile secure

It further underscored that "all essential food and non-food items are available in ample quantities across all markets and retail outlets nationwide," according to Gulf News.

2026-02-28T15:34:04.706247+00:00 IST

"Supreme leader in good health," Khamnei's rep

Iran's Al-Alam TV reported that Ayatollah Ali Khamenei will speak to the Iranian people soon.

2026-02-28T15:31:17.505854+00:00 IST

US-Israel attack unprovoked, illegitimate: Iran Foreign Minister

Iran Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi on Saturday said that the US and Israel's attack against his country is "unprovoked, illegal and absolutely illegitimate.

2026-02-28T15:14:40.281131+00:00 IST