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US Israel Iran War News Today Live Updates: US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth said while America did not start the war but it will finish it.
Birds fly as smoke rises following an explosion, after Israel and the U.S. launched strikes on Iran, amid the U.S.-Israel conflict with Iran, in Tehran, Iran, March 2, 2026. Majid Asgaripour/WANA (West Asia News Agency) via REUTERS
US Israel War On Iran Live Updates: As West Asia war enters it’s fourth day, we bring you the latest updates.
Here’s what happened so far:
The conflict in the Middle East has entered a dangerous new phase after six American service members were killed and US military jets were reportedly shot down during escalating hostilities. Fresh drone strikes targeting US diplomatic missions on Tuesday and widening military operations have raised fears of a prolonged regional war. Washington has now issued urgent warnings to its citizens, signalling growing concern over safety across the region.
US issues urgent travel warning
The US State Department has urged American citizens to leave countries across the Middle East immediately, citing “serious safety risks”. The advisory came as violence spread beyond active battle zones, increasing fears that civilians and foreign nationals could be caught in the conflict. Officials warned that the security situation could deteriorate rapidly.
Embassy targeted by drone strike
Tensions intensified after the US Embassy in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, was struck by two suspected Iranian drones. According to sources, the drones hit the roof and perimeter of the compound. Embassy staff were ordered to shelter in place, though no injuries were initially reported. US facilities in the region remain on high alert.
Fighting expands across the West Asia
Meanwhile, the Israeli military said it had launched strikes on Hezbollah command centres and weapons storage sites in Beirut. The attacks followed Hezbollah missile and drone strikes on an Israeli military base, described as retaliation for the killing of Iran’s supreme leader.
Washington signals longer war ahead
President Donald Trump warned that a “big wave” of military action was still to come, saying US operations would continue until Iran could no longer pose a threat. Secretary of State Marco Rubio echoed the message, stating that the hardest US strikes were yet to begin, suggesting the conflict could last weeks or longer.
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Live Post of Israel-Iran War News Live Updates: US Sends 15 More Refuelling Aircraft To West Asia
The United States is increasing its military presence in the West Asia, deploying 15 additional aerial refuelling aircraft supported by fighter jets as regional tensions continue to rise.
Live Post of Israel-Iran War News Live Updates: Over 700 Killed In Iran Since War Began
More than 700 people have been killed in Iran since the war began on Saturday, according to the US-based Human Rights Activists News Agency (HRANA). The group said at least 742 civilians, including 176 children, have died, while more than 900 civilians were injured. At least 85 deaths were recorded in the past 24 hours, with hundreds more cases still being verified. HRANA also reported damage to religious sites and homes, including a mosque in Karaj, residential buildings, a governor’s office near Tehran and the Shahid Bahonar Pier in Bandar Abbas. Military sites struck include facilities in Sanandaj, an air base in Isfahan and an army base in Tehran.
Live Post of Israel-Iran War News Live Updates: Qatar Says Iranian Drones And Missiles Have Been Intercepted
Qatar said it intercepted the vast majority of Iranian drones and missiles fired towards the country, adding that its air defence systems successfully prevented major damage during the latest regional escalation.
Live Post of Israel-Iran War News Live Updates: IndiGo Cancels 43 Flights As West Asia Conflict Enters Fourth Day
As the West Asia conflict entered its fourth day, IndiGo cancelled 43 flights to and from the Middle East on 3 March.
Live Post of Israel-Iran War News Live Updates: Siren Sounds Across Bahrain, Authorities Urge Residents To Take Shelter
A siren sounded across Bahrain early on Tuesday, according to the country’s Interior Ministry. Authorities urged citizens and residents to remain calm and move to the nearest safe place. The alert was announced in an official message posted on X, calling on people to immediately take shelter.
Live Post of Israel-Iran War News Live Updates: Netanyahu Says Iran War Will Be ‘Quick And Decisive’, Not Endless
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has claimed that Iran’s nuclear and ballistic missile programmes would have become “immune” to military strikes within months if action had not been taken. Speaking to Fox News, Netanyahu said the United States and Israel carried out attacks because Iran continued expanding its capabilities despite earlier strikes. He alleged Iran began constructing new sites and underground bunkers designed to shield its missile and atomic programmes from future attacks. According to Netanyahu, Iranian leadership remained committed to hostile goals and was “unreformable”. He argued that delaying action would have made any future military response ineffective, saying that without immediate action, strikes would soon have been impossible.
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu said the war with Iran will be “quick and decisive,” not endless.
Live Post of Israel-Iran War News Live Updates: Satellite Images Reveal Damage At Saudi Oil Giant After Iranian Drone Strike | WATCH
High-resolution satellite images show clear damage caused by Iranian one-way attack drones at Saudi Arabia’s largest oil facility on the Persian Gulf. The Aramco refinery in Ras Tanura, which processes millions of barrels daily, was struck, raising concerns over supply disruption and sending shockwaves through global energy markets.
Live Post of Israel-Iran War News Live Updates: Shahed 136 Drone Spotted Over Dubai Sky
A Shahed 136 drone delivered a significant impact on a building in Dubai where American military personnel were stationed.
Live Post of Israel-Iran War News Live Updates: Iraqi Group Says It Targeted Erbil Hotel Used By US Forces
Iraqi group has claims attack on Erbil hotel that it says houses US troops in the country.
Live Post of Israel-Iran War News Live Updates: US To Respond ‘Soon’, Trump Warns After Iranian Strike On Riyadh Embassy
Trump suggests US will retaliate ‘soon’ over after Iran strikes American embassy in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Live Post of Israel-Iran War News Live Updates: Australian Bases In Dubai Attacked By Iran
Australia on Tuesday said that Iran hit base used by its troops near Dubai on first night of conflict.
Live Post of Israel-Iran War News Live Updates: New Explosions Heard In Riyadh
New explosions were heard in Riyadh early on Tuesday, AFP reported quoting locals, as Iran continued retaliatory strikes across the Gulf.
Live Post of Israel-Iran War News Live Updates: Kuwait Intercepts 178 Missiles, 384 Drones Amid Escalation
Kuwait has intercepted 178 ballistic missiles and 384 drones since the latest regional conflict began, state media Kuwait News Agency reported, citing the country’s defence ministry. Authorities said 27 Kuwaiti army personnel were wounded during the attacks but remain in stable condition and are receiving treatment. The interceptions come amid escalating tensions across the region. Earlier on Sunday, six US service members were killed in an Iranian strike targeting American troops stationed in Kuwait. According to a source familiar with the situation, the attack hit a makeshift operations centre located at a civilian port, highlighting the growing risks faced by military forces operating in the region.
Live Post of Israel-Iran War News Live Updates: US Citizens Told To Leave Middle East Immediately
The US State Department urged US citizens to depart immediately from countries throughout the Middle East “due to serious safety risks.
American government post reads, “The @SecRubio @StateDept urges Americans to DEPART NOW from the countries below using available commercial transportation, due to serious safety risks. Americans who need State Department assistance arranging to depart via commercial means, CALL US 24/7 at +1-202-501-4444 (from abroad) and +1-888-407-4747 (from the U.S. and Canada). ENROLL in step.state.gov to get the latest security updates from the nearest U.S. embassy or consulate.”
The @SecRubio @StateDept urges Americans to DEPART NOW from the countries below using available commercial transportation, due to serious safety risks. Americans who need State Department assistance arranging to depart via commercial means, CALL US 24/7 at +1-202-501-4444 (from… pic.twitter.com/vdplAik2Sq
— Assistant Secretary Mora Namdar (@AsstSecStateCA) March 2, 2026
Live Post of Israel-Iran War News Live Updates: Israel Orders Citizens To Shelters As Iranian Launches Missiles
The Israeli military said early Tuesday it detected missile launches from Iran targeting several areas across Israel, urging residents to remain in protected spaces. Shortly after strikes in Tehran, Israel confirmed new attacks in Lebanon, targeting Hezbollah command centres and weapons storage facilities in Beirut as regional tensions sharply escalated overnight.
Live Post of Israel-Iran War News Live Updates: US Embassy In Riyadh Hit By Iranian Drones
The US Embassy in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, was struck by two Iranian drones, hitting the roof and perimeter, the State Department said. Embassy personnel are sheltering in place, and no injuries have been reported. Affected posts in Kuwait are also on alert amid rising regional tensions.
Live Post of Israel-Iran War News Live Updates: US Military Death Toll Rises To Six, Says CENTCOM
Live Post of Israel-Iran War News Live Updates: The number of US military personnel killed since the start of the Iran war has risen to six, US Central Command said Monday. In a statement posted on X, CENTCOM said American forces recovered the remains of two previously unaccounted service members from a facility struck during Iran’s initial attacks in the region. The update raises the confirmed death toll from four and comes as hostilities between Washington and Tehran continue to intensify across multiple fronts.
Live Post of Israel-Iran War News Live Updates: Rubio Says US Operation Aims To Eliminate Iran’s Short-Range Missile Threat
Live Post of Israel-Iran War News Live Updates: US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the objective of Washington’s military campaign is to eliminate the threat posed by Iran’s short-range ballistic missiles and its naval capabilities. Speaking on Capitol Hill before briefing congressional leaders, Rubio said the US acted against what it assessed as an “imminent threat”, arguing that waiting for Iran to strike first would have resulted in higher American casualties. He described Iran’s missile programme as an “unacceptable risk” and said the operation was launched while Tehran was at its “weakest point.”
Live Post of Israel-Iran War News Live Updates: US Launched ‘Pre-Emptive’ Strike After Learning Of Israel Plan, Says Rubio
Live Post of Israel-Iran War News Live Updates: The United States carried out a “pre-emptive” strike on Iran after learning that Israel was preparing to attack, Secretary of State Marco Rubio said. Speaking to reporters, Rubio said Washington assessed that failing to act first would have exposed US forces to retaliation. “We knew that if we didn’t preemptively go after them before they launched those attacks, we would suffer higher casualties,” he said.
Live Post of Israel-Iran War News Live Updates: US Embassy In Amman Evacuates Staff After Security Threat
Live Post of Israel-Iran War News Live Updates: The US embassy in Jordan’s capital Amman said it temporarily evacuated personnel from its compound after receiving an unspecified security threat. In a social media alert, the mission said the move was taken “out of an abundance of caution”. Jordan is among several countries in the region on heightened alert as tensions escalate following Iranian retaliatory attacks linked to the ongoing US-Israeli campaign.
Live Post of Israel-Iran War News Live Updates: Israel Says Iran Missile Capability To Take Major Hit Within 24 Hours
Live Post of Israel-Iran War News Live Updates: Israel expects Iran’s ability to fire ballistic missiles to be significantly degraded within the next 24 hours, two Israeli officials said, as US-Israeli strikes intensify. The rate of Iranian missile launches is projected to fall by Tuesday night, with fewer projectiles aimed at Israel. More than 1,200 targets have already been struck in the first three days of the war, and that number is expected to double by Tuesday. Overnight strikes are set to focus on missile launchers, Revolutionary Guards positions and internal security targets, with officials saying the campaign is progressing faster than anticipated.
Live Post of Israel-Iran War News Live Updates: Only One In Four Americans Approve US Strikes On Iran, Say Poll Study
According to a Reuters/Ipsos poll, only one in four Americans approves strikes by US on Iran that have plunged the Middle East into chaos, while about half, including one in four Republicans, believe President Trump is too willing to use military force.
Live Post of Israel-Iran War News Live Updates: 52 Killed, 154 Injured In Lebanon After Israeli Strikes
Israeli strikes on Lebanon kill 52, injured 154, according to official statement.
Live Post of Israel-Iran War News Live Updates: 2 Bangladeshis Killed, 7 Injured In Middle East Strikes
“The Government of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh is deeply saddened to inform that two Bangladeshi nationals have lost their lives and seven others have sustained injuries due to missile and drone attacks in different parts of the Middle East,” the Bangladesh Foreign Ministry said in a statement.
Live Post of Israel-Iran War News Live Updates: 5 Killed, 25 Injured In Iran's Hamadan
5 killed, 25 injured in bombing of residential areas in Iran’s Hamadan.
Live Post of Israel-Iran War News Live Updates: Abu Dhabi-Delhi Flight Lands At IGI Airport
“We could see missiles being constantly intercepted. The airspace is very busy. There was not a very visible impact in Abu Dhabi,” says one of the returnees after Abu Dhabi-Delhi flight landed at IGI airport.
VIDEO | Iran-Israel conflict: Abu Dhabi-Delhi flight lands at IGI airport.
A returnee named Shiv says, “We could see missiles being constantly intercepted. The airspace is very busy. There was not a very visible impact in Abu Dhabi.”
(Full video available on PTI Videos-… pic.twitter.com/ZuK1wbzEnr
— Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) March 2, 2026
Live Post of Israel-Iran War News Live Updates: Trump Says US Able To Fight Iran War Far Beyond 4-5 Weeks
“Iran operations likely to last 4 to 5 weeks, but US is prepared to go far longer than that,” says Trump.
Live Post of Israel-Iran War News Live Updates: 'Ensuring Iranian Regime Can't Continue To Arm, Fund, Direct Terrorist Armies,' Says Trump
“We’re ensuring that the Iranian regime cannot continue to arm, fund, and direct terrorist armies outside of their borders. We thought we had a deal and they backed out. I said, you can’t deal with these people. You’ve got to do it the right way,” the US President says.
Live Post of Israel-Iran War News Live Updates: 'Will Never Have A Nuclear Weapon...Were On Road To Get Through Previous Deal,' Says Trump
“They’re never going to have a nuclear weapon. They were on the road to getting one legitimately through a deal that was signed foolishly by our country,” Trump says while attacking former President Barack Obama.
Live Post of Israel-Iran War News Live Updates: Trump Says Acted On 'Last Best Chance' To Hit Iran
“This was our last best chance to strike, what we’re doing right now, and eliminate the intolerable threats posed by this sick and sinister regime,” says Trump.
Live Post of Israel-Iran War News Live Updates: Trump Vows US Will 'Avenge' Deaths Of US Personnel Killed In Iran Attacks
US President Donald Trump says the US will “avenge” the deaths of US service personnel after Iran “waged war against civilisation”
Live Post of Israel-Iran War News Live Updates: 'Poland In Talks With France On Advanced Nuclear Deterrence,' Says Polish PM
“Poland is in talks with France and a group of closest European allies on the programme of advanced nuclear deterrence. We are arming up together with our friends so that our enemies will never dare to attack us,” says Polish PM.
Live Post of Israel-Iran War News Live Updates: 'Spoke With Turkish President about Iran...Ready To Defend Against Any Threat,' Says NATO Chief
“I spoke with Turkish President about Iran and the security situation in the region. We both agree on the importance of NATO’s 360-degree approach to security, and that we are always ready to deter and defend against any threat, from any direction,” says NATO chief in a post on X.
Live Post of Israel-Iran War News Live Updates: Explosions Heard In Beirut
Loud explosions were heard in Beirut on Monday evening. AFP quoted Lebanese state media reporting strikes on the capital’s southern suburbs after the Israeli military said it struck 70 Hezbollah targets.
Live Post of Israel-Iran War News Live Updates: IndiGo To Begin 10 Special Relief operations From Jeddah To India Tomorrow
IndiGo has planned 10 special relief operations from Jeddah to India on March 3 to facilitate the return of stranded passengers, subject to required approvals and prevailing airspace conditions. IndiGo is coordinating with the Consulate General of India at Jeddah for passenger facilitation.
Live Post of Israel-Iran War News Live Updates: 3 Indians Feared Dead In Iranian Attacks
According to sources, three Indian nationals were likely killed in the strikes and one remains critical on ventilator. So far, 20-25 Indians injured, they said.
Live Post of Israel-Iran War News Live Updates: Air India Extends Suspension Of Flights In Middle East Till Tomorrow
“In view of the continued closure of multiple airspaces over the Middle East, Air India has extended the temporary suspension of all its flights to and from the region up until 2359 Hrs (IST) of 3 March 2026,” Air India issues statement.
Live Post of Israel-Iran War News Live Updates: Qatar Air Force Shot Down Two Iranian Aircraft, Says Defence Ministry
“Qatar Emiri Air Force successfully shot down two (SU24) aircraft coming from the Islamic Republic of Iran. They also successfully intercepted seven ballistic missiles through air defenses, and intercepted five drones by Qatar Emiri Air Force and Qatar Emiri Navy Forces, which targeted several areas in the state today,” the defence ministry said.
Live Post of Israel-Iran War News Live Updates: Sirens Sound Across Central Israel Amid Iranian Ballistic Missile Attack
Sirens sound across central Israel amid an Iranian ballistic missile attack. The IDF says it is working to intercept the missiles. An alert warning of a suspected drone infiltration also sounded a short while ago in the Upper Galilee, though the Home Front Command says the incident has concluded.
Live Post of Israel-Iran War News Live Updates: UK PM 'Stands By' Decision To Stay Out Of US-Israel Strikes On Iran
“We were not involved in the strikes on Iran, we will not be joining now,” British Prime Minister tells Parliament.
