According to media reports, an incident involving a Patriot air defense missile occurred in Bahrain, where it fell in a residential area.
There is currently no official confirmation of this information, but videos from the scene are actively circulating on social media.
The Bahrain News Agency reported that an Iranian attack on a facility in the village of Maamir caused a fire.
Preliminary reports indicate that no one was injured as a result of the incident, as stated in the report.
It is also reported that firefighting efforts are ongoing.
The Saudi Ministry of Defense confirmed that a drone heading towards the Shaybah oil field was intercepted and destroyed.
Event Summary
- Military and political leaders of Iran pledged allegiance to Mojtaba Khamenei, the new Supreme Leader appointed to replace his late father, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
- The US and Israel continue to carry out bombings in Iranian territory, with reports of explosions in Qom and Tehran shortly after attacks on oil facilities, leading to the formation of toxic smoke over the Iranian capital.
According to Fars News Agency, Amir Roshanbakhsh Ganbari, Deputy Director of the Iranian Trade Development Organization, noted that exports and imports are being conducted through most land corridors, except those affected by military actions.
“We have also simplified the trade process based on directives from the Supreme National Security Council. Restrictions have been imposed on the export of certain goods that are critically important for the country in wartime,” he added.
Israeli military strikes against the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps facilities.
According to reports, the Israeli military conducted a series of airstrikes on several bases and facilities of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, including a police headquarters and a command center in Isfahan used by internal paramilitary forces known as Basij.
“These strikes are part of a phase aimed at increasing damage to the main facilities and structures of the Iranian regime,” the latest statement from the Israeli military said.
It also noted that during the attacks, a missile engine production facility and several launchers for long-range ballistic missiles were hit.
Hezbollah reports rocket fire on Israeli soldiers in southern Lebanon.
The Lebanese group Hezbollah claims that a convoy of vehicles and soldiers from the Israeli army came under rocket fire on the outskirts of the village of Odaysseh.
Hezbollah stated that this incident occurred this morning in response to Israeli attacks on Lebanon.
A new wave of attacks escalates the situation in the Persian Gulf.
Mohammed Jamjoom
Reporting from Doha, Qatar.
At approximately 03:15 local time (00:15 GMT), the threat level was raised in Qatar, and residents received alerts on their mobile devices.
Shortly before this, we heard the sounds of explosions caused by interceptor missiles reflecting attacks from rockets launched from Iran. In total, we recorded about 12-13 explosions. After 10-15 minutes, the threat level was lowered again, and the message indicated that the threat had been eliminated.
The Ministry of Defense also confirmed that the armed forces intercepted a missile strike aimed at Qatar.
In addition to the incidents in Qatar, other countries in the region are also experiencing a new wave of attacks originating from Iran.
In Bahrain, according to state media, at least 32 people were injured as a result of an Iranian drone attack on Sitra, including children.
In the United Arab Emirates, the night and morning were spent in a tense atmosphere as they had to repel attacks. The Ministry of Defense reported on the response of air defense systems to missile and drone threats from Iran.
There are also reports of a fire in the Fujairah oil zone caused by debris falling from an intercepted drone.
Human Rights Watch claims there is evidence of Israel's use of white phosphorus in residential areas of southern Lebanon earlier this month, which violates international humanitarian norms.
A new report from human rights defenders confirms the authenticity of seven photographs capturing the use of white phosphorus munitions over residential areas in Yomor in southern Lebanon and the fires that broke out in two houses on March 3.
Ramzi Qais, a researcher from Lebanon working with Human Rights Watch, noted: “The illegal use of white phosphorus by the Israeli military over residential areas raises serious concerns and can have horrific consequences for the civilian population.”
“The effects of white phosphorus can lead to death or serious injuries, causing lifelong suffering,” he added.
Brief Overview of Events:
- Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian stated that the appointment of Mojtaba Khamenei symbolizes “a new era of dignity and strength,” as the country’s political and military leaders united around the new Supreme Leader.
- Qatar reported the prevention of a missile strike, Saudi Arabia reported the downing of several waves of drones heading towards the Shaybah oil field.
- According to Bahrain, 32 people were injured as a result of an Iranian drone attack on Sitra, four of whom are in critical condition.
- The UAE also reported the downing of Iranian missiles and drones, while Iraqi media reported the interception of drones near major airports in Baghdad and Erbil.
- Israel continues to shell Lebanon, resulting in at least six deaths in the southern regions of the country, while Hezbollah reported on its attacks against Israeli forces.
Military and political leaders of Iran supported Mojtaba Khamenei.
Mohamed Vall
Reporting from Tehran, Iran.
Previously, Trump expressed his dissatisfaction with the appointment of Mojtaba Khamenei, calling him a “lightweight,” adding that as president, he would like to influence this process.
For Iranians, this is a critically important moment. Thus, they emphasize that only Iran has the right to determine its fate, and no foreign power, regardless of its might, can dictate their political future.
All major political and power structures of Iran have expressed support for the appointment, including the president, the speaker of parliament, the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, the armed forces, the Basij paramilitary force, the Supreme National Security Council, and the ministries of defense and intelligence.
This is yet another confirmation of Iran's unity, especially for those trying to undermine the country, demonstrating that their hopes for a quick collapse after recent events will not come to fruition. The country is united, and the continuity of power is ensured.
The Iranian people are now awaiting the emergence of the new Supreme Leader.
Mojtaba Khamenei has not appeared in public for a long time, and his supporters are eagerly awaiting his address to the nation, which has yet to take place. For many, this is surprising.
The situation in the country remains extremely unstable, and there may be difficulties in informing the population without jeopardizing their safety.
Reports indicate that the US may have struck a school in Iran due to outdated intelligence.
According to reports, the building was mistaken for a military facility as two Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps sites were nearby.
Trump on rising oil prices: “it's a small price to pay”
US President Donald Trump stated that the sharp rise in oil prices due to conflicts in the Middle East will normalize over time and is a minor cost for global security.
“The short-term rise in oil prices, which will soon end after the elimination of the Iranian nuclear threat, is a small price for peace and security for the US and the entire world,” Trump wrote on the social network Truth Social.
“ONLY FOOLS THINK OTHERWISE!” he added.
After the weekend, the price of oil at the opening of trading exceeded $100 per barrel, while major energy companies in the Middle East reduced production.
The price of Brent crude rose by 18%, reaching $108.68 per barrel, while US WTI crude increased by nearly 20%, to $108 per barrel.
This is the largest increase since February 2022, when oil prices also significantly rose above the $100 per barrel mark following the start of the Russian invasion of Ukraine.
This occurred amid the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, one of the key routes for oil and gas supplies, due to the conflict between the US, Israel, and Iran.
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