The Iranian military ship IRIS Lavan has found temporary refuge in India.
According to media reports, Tehran appealed to the New Delhi government for urgent assistance in providing a berth for its vessel. The request was granted on March 1, and since that date, the ship has been in the port of Kochi, with its 183 crew members accommodated at naval bases in the city, an anonymous Indian source reported.
Recently, the U.S. sank the Iranian frigate IRIS Dena off the coast of Sri Lanka as it was returning from international naval exercises organized by India.
These events have significantly escalated the situation in the Middle Eastern conflict, putting Prime Minister Narendra Modi in a difficult position as his government continues to avoid a clear stance on the growing tensions, the agency notes.
The President of Iran, Pezeshkian, stated that the country's temporary governing council decided not to attack neighboring states unless they act aggressively first.
The president also apologized to neighbors, emphasizing that Iran has no intentions of conducting aggressive actions against other countries.
Kuwait and Saudi Arabia discuss military cooperation.
The Minister of Defense of Kuwait, Sheikh Abdullah Ali Abdullah Al-Salem Al-Sabah, held a phone conversation with his Saudi counterpart, Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman.
During the conversation, cooperation and coordination in defense and military operations were discussed.
Bahrain reports interception of 86 missiles and 148 drones since the start of attacks.
The General Command of the Bahrain Defense Forces reported that their air defense systems successfully intercepted and destroyed 86 missiles and 148 drones since the beginning of the so-called "treacherous aggression" against the country.
According to the Iranian Red Crescent via Fars agency, at least 6,668 civilian objects have been damaged since the war began on February 28 due to attacks by the U.S. and Israel.
Analysis showed that the main targets were:
- 5,535 residential houses
- 1,041 commercial buildings
- 14 medical institutions
- 65 educational establishments
- 13 Iranian Red Crescent facilities.
Various rescue and transport vehicles were also damaged during the attacks, and several Red Crescent staff members were injured while performing their duties, the report states.
The Iranian Ministry of Intelligence warns against sending military videos.
The Iranian Ministry of Intelligence stated that a small group of "American-Zionist mercenaries" is filming the sites of attacks and transmitting this material to "terrorist networks" and foreign media.
The official statement said that such actions are manifestations of the "fifth column" of the Zionist regime and its spies within the country.
The ministry also noted that these "agents of Israel" are under surveillance and will be strictly punished according to new legislation following the 12-day war with Israel in June.
Citizens are urged to report any suspicious activities through local apps or hotlines, as global internet access has been blocked for a week.
The Iranian Kurdish group discusses a possible offensive.
The Secretary-General of the Iranian Kurdish organization "Habitat," Babasheikh Hosseini, stated in an interview with Al Jazeera that Iranian Kurdish militants based in Iraq may conduct ground operations in Iran, confirming that the U.S. has established contact "through various channels."
When asked about current participation in ground operations, Hosseini replied, "At the moment, we are not participating in offensives."
However, he added that "this has been planned for a long time, and now that conditions have changed, the likelihood of actions is high."
Hosseini noted that a final decision has not yet been made, but "it is highly likely that we will continue ground operations."
He also added: "The Americans have contacted us, but have not yet met in person; now they are initiating communication themselves."
"They are interested in what we should do with this regime and are discussing possible ways of cooperation in the future," he noted.
"At the moment, communications are being conducted through intermediaries, other Kurds."
"When the time comes for a meeting, it will become clear how the situation will develop. Of course, in that case, we will need modern weapons and equipment."
"We understand that the equipment we have is outdated and does not meet the requirements of modern wars, and if the situation escalates, we will make a request for new equipment."
Iran attacked a tanker in the Persian Gulf.
The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps of Iran (IRGC) confirmed the attack on the oil tanker "Prima" in the Persian Gulf using a drone, claiming that the vessel ignored repeated warnings against movement in the dangerous area of the Strait of Hormuz.
The incident with the rule-breaking tanker occurred "a few minutes ago" this morning.
According to MarineTraffic data, the tanker Prima is registered under the Maltese flag and is engaged in the transportation of oil and chemicals.
Emirates suspended all flights to Dubai.
Emirates Airlines announced the suspension of all flights to and from Dubai until further notice.
This decision was made the day after a company representative stated that a full restoration of routes was expected in the coming days.
IRGC reports strikes on "separatist groups" in Iraq.
This morning, the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps of Iran stated that it struck "three separatist targets" in the Kurdish region of Iraq.
"If the separatists take actions against the territorial integrity of Iran, we will suppress them," the IRGC's statement, published by Tasnim agency, indicated.
Public discontent in Indonesia and ties with the U.S.
Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto is facing increasing criticism for his closeness to the U.S. amid the war with Iran.
Recently, he has been condemned after agreeing to send 8,000 Indonesian troops to Gaza as part of the Peace Council established by U.S. President Donald Trump, which also includes Israel.
Indonesia, as a supporter of Palestinian independence, has no official relations with Israel.
The escalation of the situation and the U.S. attack on Iran are increasing pressure on the Indonesian president.
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Saudi Arabia intercepted two drones.
The Ministry of Defense of Saudi Arabia reported the interception of two more drones — one was shot down east of Riyadh, and the other was destroyed in the "Empty Quarter" desert, heading towards the Shaybah oil field.
Since early Saturday morning, the country's air defense systems have continued to intercept drones and ballistic missiles.
IRGC reports destruction of military facilities in the UAE and Kuwait.
The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps of Iran reported that during the latest operation, radar installations, fuel depots, and runways in the UAE and Kuwait were destroyed.
According to IRNA agency, major strikes using new missiles and drones were directed at Al Dhafra airbase in the UAE, where key facilities, including radar systems and MQ-9 drone hangars, were damaged.
The IRGC also reported missile strikes on Ali Al-Salem airbase in Kuwait, resulting in damage to radar systems, fuel depots, and two runways used by U.S. military forces.
Saudi Arabia destroyed two ballistic missiles.
The Ministry of Defense of Saudi Arabia reported the interception and destruction of two ballistic missiles aimed at Prince Sultan Airbase.
The ministry did not provide further details about the incident.
Earlier the same day, it was reported that Saudi forces destroyed four drones and a ballistic missile targeting Prince Sultan Airbase.
Israelis take shelter from Iranian missiles.
Nida Ibrahim
Report from Ramallah, occupied West Bank.
Since midnight, Israelis have recorded at least five launches of ballistic missiles from Iran.
This forced millions of Israeli citizens to take shelter in bunkers for the entire night, and analysts believe that the Iranians are seeking to increase pressure on the Israeli government by keeping citizens in shelters and launching missile strikes at different hours.
According to estimates from Israeli military officials, around 1,000 missile launches are expected from Iran in the first week, however, only 200 missiles have been launched so far, which Israelis believe indicates a decrease in Iran's missile launch capabilities due to their "operational successes."
Summary of events.
- Israeli military reported large-scale attacks on targets in Tehran, while Iranian missiles struck various areas in Israel.
- Three people died and 16 were injured as a result of Israeli airstrikes in the Lebanese Bekaa region.
- Missiles were intercepted over the Jordanian city of Aqaba, and air raid sirens were activated in Bahrain.
- Saudi Arabia destroyed a ballistic missile aimed at Prince Sultan Airbase and intercepted drones heading towards the Shaybah oil field.
- A "minor incident" occurred in Dubai after the interception, with several planes unable to land.
- President Trump will attend a ceremony for the return of the remains of six American soldiers killed in the Iranian attack on Kuwait, which will take place on Saturday at Dover Air Force Base in Delaware.
Iran mocks Trump's statements on capitulation.
Abbas Aslani, a senior researcher at the Center for Strategic Studies in the Middle East, commented on Trump's demands for Iran's capitulation, noting that they were met with "absolute refusal."
"Iran signals continuity, not change," Aslani stated in an interview with Al Jazeera.
"The election of a new leader is the prerogative of the Assembly of Experts, and Iranian authorities mock U.S. statements," he added.
"In recent days, we have observed confidence in Tehran's rhetoric, and they are not signaling any possibility of engagement with the United States," he noted.
The Minister of Defense of Saudi Arabia, Khalid bin Salman Al Saud, met with the Chief of the Pakistani Army, Asim Munir, to discuss "the Iranian threat to the kingdom."
The talks took place within the framework of "a strategic defense agreement between the two countries," according to the Ministry of Defense.
Both sides expressed hope for wisdom and common sense from Iran and to avoid miscalculations, as stated in the ministry's statement.
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