Drone attack targets US embassy in Riyadh; minor blaze reported

Drone attack targets US embassy in Riyadh; minor blaze reported

World | Updated: Mar 03, 2026

  • Drones hit US embassy in Riyadh, sparking small fire
  • No injuries reported as the embassy was vacant during the attack
  • US citizens in Saudi Arabia urged to stay indoors, avoid embassy
From Iran to Africa: Mapping US military operations and combat roles

From Iran to Africa: Mapping US military operations and combat roles

World | Updated: Mar 04, 2026

  • Trump launched Operation Epic Fury with Israel against Iran
  • Kuwaiti forces mistakenly shoot down US F-15 jets
  • US troops active in Gulf, Ecuador, Somalia, Iraq, Syria, Ukraine
Iran destroys world's most expensive air defence system in UAE

Iran destroys world's most expensive air defence system in UAE

World | Updated: Mar 04, 2026

  • Iran claims to have destroyed US-made THAAD system in UAE.
  • IRGC says precision missiles hit Al-Ruwais defence site.
  • Destruction of THAAD gives Iran more missile strike flexibility.
'HOLY HELLLLLLL...They took out the eyes!': Satellite images confirm Iran destroying US 5,000 km radar in Qatar - What this means for Operation Epic Fury

'HOLY HELLLLLLL...They took out the eyes!': Satellite images confirm Iran destroying US 5,000 km radar in Qatar - What this means for Operation Epic Fury

World | Updated: Mar 04, 2026

  • Iran destroyed the US's $1.1B missile warning radar in Qatar
  • US missile defense in the Gulf is weakened after the strike
  • Experts warn the loss gives Iran a major strategic advantage
All about F/A-18 Hornet that accidentally shot down F-15s amid Iran tensions

All about F/A-18 Hornet that accidentally shot down F-15s amid Iran tensions

World | Updated: Mar 04, 2026

  • An F/A-18 jet, not SAMs, downed three US F-15Es in Kuwait
  • All six aircrew ejected safely and are in stable condition
  • The incident is under investigation by US and Kuwaiti forces
Iran strikes US military communication infra in UAE, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain: Report

Iran strikes US military communication infra in UAE, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain: Report

World | Updated: Mar 04, 2026

  • Iranian strikes damaged US radar and comms at 7 Middle East sites
  • Key US missile defense systems in Gulf reportedly dismantled
  • Bases in Bahrain, UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar heavily damaged
Iran strikes back: How Tehran is targeting major US military bases across West Asia – Full list

Iran strikes back: How Tehran is targeting major US military bases across West Asia – Full list

World | Updated: Mar 04, 2026

  • Iran attacks US bases in West Asia with drones and missiles
  • US deploys more airpower as Iran bypasses air defenses
  • Over 1,000 Iranians killed; global economic impact expected
Three US F-15s downed by Kuwaiti jet in 'friendly-fire' incident, claims report

Three US F-15s downed by Kuwaiti jet in 'friendly-fire' incident, claims report

World | Updated: Mar 04, 2026

  • Three US F-15 jets shot down by Kuwaiti friendly fire over Kuwait
  • All crew members ejected safely and are in stable condition
  • US embassies in Gulf closed, citizens urged to leave region
US bases destroyed, Iran fairing well: Former US Army Colonel

US bases destroyed, Iran fairing well: Former US Army Colonel

World | Updated: Mar 04, 2026

  • Former US Colonel claims all US bases in Iran region destroyed
  • Iran targeted US bases in Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar, UAE, and Jordan
  • US officials confirm casualties but deny collapse of US bases
US launches joint anti-narcotics operations with Ecuador in new front against cartels

US launches joint anti-narcotics operations with Ecuador in new front against cartels

World | Updated: Mar 04, 2026

  • US and Ecuador begin joint operations against terror groups.
  • Focus is on combating narco-terrorism and illegal mining.
  • Ecuador vows continued cooperation with US to restore security.
Gulf airspace turmoil stalls Kerala’s vegetable lifeline amid West Asia conflict

Gulf airspace turmoil stalls Kerala’s vegetable lifeline amid West Asia conflict

World | Updated: Mar 04, 2026

  • Kerala-Gulf vegetable exports stopped due to West Asian flight cuts
  • Calicut airport exporters face losses during Ramadan season
  • Freight costs and spoilage endanger jobs and farmers' incomes
Trump administration to meet defence giants amid concerns over US weapons stockpiles

Trump administration to meet defence giants amid concerns over US weapons stockpiles

World | Updated: Mar 04, 2026

  • Trump administration to meet US defense firms on weapons supply
  • Talks aim to boost production after Iran conflict strains stocks
  • Lockheed Martin, RTX among firms invited to White House meeting
Iran building ballistic missiles posed imminent threat to our allies: US Speaker

Iran building ballistic missiles posed imminent threat to our allies: US Speaker

World | Updated: Mar 04, 2026

  • US acted as Iran's missiles posed imminent threat to allies
  • Talks with Iran on nukes and proxies were unsuccessful
  • US-Israel strikes degraded Iran's military capacity
US started war to stop India, China from becoming global powers: Iranian diplomat

US started war to stop India, China from becoming global powers: Iranian diplomat

World | Updated: Mar 04, 2026

  • Iran claims US started war to hinder India, China, Russia's rise
  • Ilahi: Iran seeks peace, blames US and Israel for attacks
  • Trump rejects Iran's claims, vows to continue military operations
Oil prices will destroy Europe if Iran does not open Strait of Hormuz: Serbian President

Oil prices will destroy Europe if Iran does not open Strait of Hormuz: Serbian President

World | Updated: Mar 04, 2026

  • Serbia warns of disaster for Europe if Strait of Hormuz remains closed
  • Rising oil prices may spark global economic and energy crises.
  • China urged to reopen strait to prevent escalation
Trump says US set the pace in Iran offensive, not Israel

Trump says US set the pace in Iran offensive, not Israel

World | Updated: Mar 04, 2026

  • Trump denies Israel influenced US on Iran, cites preemptive action
  • US-Israeli strikes have degraded Iran's military, Trump claims
  • Congress debates war powers amid rising tensions with Iran
Israel says creating buffer zone in Lebanon, troops seize new positions

Israel says creating buffer zone in Lebanon, troops seize new positions

World | Updated: Mar 04, 2026

  • Israel creates buffer zone inside Lebanon, seizes more positions
  • Israeli strikes hit over 160 Hezbollah targets in south Lebanon
  • Lebanese army redeploys troops after Israeli escalation
Trump threatens Spain ties over Iran war refusal: 'Going to cut off all trade'

Trump threatens Spain ties over Iran war refusal: 'Going to cut off all trade'

World | Updated: Mar 04, 2026

  • Trump threatens to cut all US trade with Spain over base dispute
  • Spain insists US must respect international law and agreements
  • Trump criticizes UK for limited support on Iran military action
Israel military says it has launched 'broad wave' of strikes on Iran

Israel military says it has launched 'broad wave' of strikes on Iran

World | Updated: Mar 04, 2026

  • Israel struck Iranian targets following missile attacks.
  • US Navy may escort oil tankers through the Strait of Hormuz.
  • Global markets react as tensions rise in the Middle East.
Strike targets Kataeb Hezbollah stronghold as Iraq caught in Iran war spillover

Strike targets Kataeb Hezbollah stronghold as Iraq caught in Iran war spillover

World | Updated: Mar 04, 2026

  • Airstrike hits Kataeb Hezbollah base in southern Iraq, causing damage
  • Drone downed near Baghdad airport; rockets intercepted
  • Strikes and drone attacks hit US, Iran-backed groups in Iraq
Canada PM  Mark Carney calls for 'rapid de-escalation' of war in Middle East

Canada PM Mark Carney calls for 'rapid de-escalation' of war in Middle East

World | Updated: Mar 04, 2026

  • Canada urges rapid de-escalation after US-Israeli strikes on Iran
  • Carney regrets lack of UN consultation before the attacks
  • Canada seeks to lessen dependence on US amid global changes
Iran targets US bases including Qatar's Al-Udeid, consulates as Trump says 'too late' for talks

Iran targets US bases including Qatar's Al-Udeid, consulates as Trump says 'too late' for talks

World | Updated: Mar 04, 2026

  • Iran hit US consulate in Dubai and base in Qatar with drones
  • US and Israel hit Tehran, killing top Iranian leaders
  • Hezbollah attacks Israel, escalating regional conflict
As Middle East tensions spike oil prices, are US companies biggest winners?

As Middle East tensions spike oil prices, are US companies biggest winners?

World | Updated: Mar 04, 2026

  • Oil prices rise amid Middle East crisis, boosting US producer profits
  • Sustained high prices needed for long-term US oil investment
  • US shale fields may respond fastest if disruption persists
India faces current account, inflation risks as global brokerages assess impact of US–Israel–Iran conflict

India faces current account, inflation risks as global brokerages assess impact of US–Israel–Iran conflict

World | Updated: Mar 04, 2026

  • US-Israel-Iran tensions drive crude prices to $80 per barrel
  • India's import bill and deficit may widen if oil prices stay high
  • Brokerages warn of inflation, rupee pressure, and external risks
Israel says it struck 'covert underground' nuclear site near Tehran

Israel says it struck 'covert underground' nuclear site near Tehran

World | Updated: Mar 04, 2026

  • Israel struck an underground nuclear site near Tehran
  • Site allegedly used for covert nuclear weapons development
  • US and Israel launch joint offensive on Iran's nuclear program
'Terrible mayor': Trump targets Sadiq Khan, questions UK’s Iran stance

'Terrible mayor': Trump targets Sadiq Khan, questions UK’s Iran stance

World | Updated: Mar 04, 2026

  • Trump calls London Mayor Sadiq Khan a terrible Mayor
  • Trump criticizes UK's Iran stance and Starmer's leadership
  • UK government distances itself from direct strikes on Iran
'Right moment' strike came after intelligence window opened post PM Modi's visit, says Israel envoy

'Right moment' strike came after intelligence window opened post PM Modi's visit, says Israel envoy

World | Updated: Mar 04, 2026

  • Israel's strike on Iran prompted by real-time intelligence
  • Israel invests billions in AI-enhanced air defense systems
  • Israel coordinated with the US, aims only to neutralise threats
Trump on Keir Starmer amid West Asia crisis: 'We are not dealing with Winston Churchill'

Trump on Keir Starmer amid West Asia crisis: 'We are not dealing with Winston Churchill'

World | Updated: Mar 03, 2026

  • US President criticizes UK PM Starmer's hesitation on Iran strikes
  • Trump says UK-US special relationship is "not what it was"
  • Starmer allows UK bases for defensive, not offensive, US actions
Military base row: Donald Trump threatens to cut off all trade with Spain

Military base row: Donald Trump threatens to cut off all trade with Spain

World | Updated: Mar 03, 2026

  • Trump threatens to end US-Spain trade over military base conflict
  • Spain refused US use of bases for Iran-related missions
  • Spain condemns US-Israeli actions in Iran, straining relations
US state dept switches to OpenAI as agencies start phasing out Anthropic

US state dept switches to OpenAI as agencies start phasing out Anthropic

World | Updated: Mar 03, 2026

  • US agencies ban Anthropic AI, switch to OpenAI and Google models
  • State, Treasury, HHS, and military end use of Anthropic's Claude
  • Ban follows failed talks over military use and AI safeguards