"If this criminal child killer is still alive, we will continue to hunt him down and kill him with all our strength ": this is what the Iranian Revolutionary Guards said in a statement, reported by the Fars agency, while Trump attacked the Iranian island of Kharg, through which 80% of Tehran's oil passes, and asked the 'other countries involved' to send ships to defend Hormuz, reporting that several countries have committed to contributing to the security of the Strait.
In the last few hours, the American leader also clarified that he is still far from an agreement that would end the war , despite Tehran's willingness. "The terms are still not good enough," the tycoon said. "Mojtaba? I don't even know if he's alive."
A night of bombing in Israel left two injured, as the Jewish state prepares to invade Lebanon to dismantle Hezbollah positions.
Macron wants to "avoid chaos" and is willing to host negotiations in Paris. The government, however, denies reports of a French plan that would include Beirut's recognition of the Jewish state.
Heavy explosions in Bahrain overnight, while Kuwait, the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia reported intercepting several attacks launched by Iran .
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10:25 PM – Iran: "Whoever supplies the US aircraft carrier Ford could be a target."
Iranian forces have warned that support facilities attached to the US aircraft carrier deployed in the region could become military targets. Al Jazeera reports, citing the Iranian news agency Tasnim, which cites a spokesperson for the Central Command Khatam al-Anbiya as saying: "The presence of the US aircraft carrier Gerald Ford in the Red Sea is considered a threat to the Islamic Republic of Iran." The spokesperson added that "the logistics and support centers for the aforementioned fleet in the Red Sea are considered a target of the armed forces of the Islamic Republic of Iran."
10:15 PM – Berlin: "We will not participate in an operation for the Strait of Hormuz."
Berlin will not participate in a potential international intervention to protect commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul told ARD. "Will we soon become an active participant in this conflict? No," the German diplomat emphasized, noting that "the government has a very clear position on this point, also expressed by Chancellor Friedrich Merz and Defense Minister Boris Pistorius." Security in the Strait of Hormuz, he added, can only be guaranteed "through a negotiated solution" and "also by talking to Iran."
9:00 PM – Iran threatens: "Most of its latest missiles have not yet been used."
Many of Iran's new-generation missiles are still unused, according to Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) spokesman Ali Mohammad Naeini, according to Iran International. Naeini explained that most of Iran's missiles currently in use date back about ten years, while many newer missiles, developed after the June 12 War, have not yet been used. Naeini also disputed US President Donald Trump's claim that American forces have destroyed the Iranian navy: "Doesn't Donald Trump say he destroyed the Iranian navy? If so, then, if he has the courage, let him take his ships to the Persian Gulf," he said.
8:30 PM – Tehran: "Several countries contacted for safe passage to Hormuz."
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said several countries have contacted Iran to secure safe passage for their ships through the Strait of Hormuz. "I cannot name any particular country," he said in an interview with CBS News, adding that "it is up to our armed forces to decide on this matter."
8:20 PM – Media reports Israel-Lebanon talks in the coming days
Israel and Lebanon are expected to begin talks on negotiations in the coming days, Israeli media reported, citing Reuters, which cited two Israeli sources.
8:00 PM – IDF: "Iranian regime weakened, but they're hiding it from the population ."
"We eliminated 40 senior Iranian officials, including Ali Khamenei. We neutralized most of the senior officials in the intelligence and security apparatus. We then attacked the ballistic missile system, hitting over 700 missiles and rendering 70 percent of the launchers inoperable. The Iranian regime is destabilized and is trying to hide this from its citizens," IDF spokesperson Effie Defrin said in a briefing.
7:10 PM – Crosetto: "The loss of the drone has no impact on the safety of our troops."
"The loss of the aircraft has no impact on the safety of our troops deployed in the area," Defense Minister Guido Crosetto said regarding the attack on the Kuwaiti base. He specified: "Together with the Prime Minister and the entire government, I am closely monitoring the security situation in the area, in constant contact with the Chief of Defense Staff, the Joint Operations Command, and directly with the commanders on the ground."
6:20 PM - Attack on UN soldiers in Lebanon
"Today, UNIFIL peacekeepers were targeted by gunfire, likely from non-state armed groups, on three separate occasions while patrolling around their bases in Yatar, Deir Kifa, and Qallawiyah." UN troops returned fire on two occasions.
The latest update on the escalation of tensions in Lebanon, where Hezbollah and Israel are clashing, comes in an official statement from the UN mission. No Italian soldiers were involved in the incident, including soldiers from the Sassari Brigade.
In Yatar, the report explains, the shots landed just five meters from the peacekeepers. In the other two incidents, the sources of fire were approximately 100 and 200 meters away, respectively. "Two patrols returned fire in self-defense and, after a brief exchange of fire, resumed their scheduled activities. No personnel were injured," UNIFIL assures, also condemning the attack: "It is unacceptable that peacekeepers engaged in Security Council-sanctioned duties are targeted. We strongly remind all actors involved of their obligations under international law to ensure the safety of United Nations personnel at all times and to take all necessary measures to prevent harm to civilians."
6:00 PM – Cavo Dragone: "NATO is closely monitoring the events at the Kuwait base."
"We are closely following the events at the Ali Al Salem base in Kuwait. I wish to express my deepest sympathy to the Italian military involved and my solidarity with the countries in the region who are suffering indiscriminate attacks. The great professionalism and readiness of our military continue to be demonstrated even in times of crisis. Fortunately, no personnel were injured. The Alliance remains in solidarity with all the countries and military personnel affected by these attacks," said Giuseppe Cavo Dragone, Chairman of the NATO Military Committee, in a statement to X.
5:20 PM – China: "We will play a constructive role in de-escalation in the Middle East."
Following Donald Trump's invitation to many countries, including China, to deploy warships in the Strait of Hormuz to secure the region, a spokesperson for the Chinese Embassy in Washington stated, in a statement cited by CNN, that "all parties have a responsibility to ensure a stable and smooth energy supply." As a "sincere friend and strategic partner of Middle Eastern countries, China will continue to strengthen communications with relevant parties—including those involved in the conflict—and play a constructive role in de-escalation and restoring peace."
4:50 PM – Italy lost a truck and a drone during the attacks on the bases.
A truck, fuel supplies, a drone, and shrapnel hit two fighter jets. This is the provisional toll of the four attacks suffered so far by Italian military bases in Kuwait and Iraq, where Italian soldiers sheltering in bunkers have remained unharmed. During the first Iranian attack, between March 1 and 2, limited damage was caused to some logistical and operational infrastructure. In the second attack, which occurred on the night of March 5-6, fuel supplies were hit, causing a large fire. Two Italian F-2000 fighter jets, one of which has been inoperable for about a month, were hit by shrapnel during the attacks. On March 11, during the attack on Camp Singara base in Erbil, Iraqi Kurdistan, a truck carrying logistical equipment was destroyed by an Iranian Shad drone. Last night's attack hit a warehouse housing an Italian Air Task Force remotely piloted aircraft (RPAS) – a drone – and destroyed it.
4:25 PM – Tajani: "Ships in Hormuz? We are not involved in military operations."
"We are not involved in military operations on Hormuz." Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani stated this on Sunday's Tg4 Diario, regarding Donald Trump's request for other countries to send military vessels to unblock shipping traffic in the Strait of Hormuz. "No European country has made military availability available to force Hormuz," he added.
4:10 PM – Iran to Trump: "We see no reason to negotiate."
Iran "sees no reason to negotiate" with the United States, Iranian Foreign Minister Araghchi said in an interview on CBS's "Face the Nation," commenting on Donald Trump's statement that Tehran wants to "make a deal" to end the war. "We were in ongoing talks with them when they decided to attack us, and this is the second time" that's happened, Araghchi emphasized, referring to the US strikes on Iran in June 2025 during negotiations.
3:50 PM – Tajani: "Our missions continue, we won't be intimidated."
"We will not be intimidated; Italian missions continue." Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani said this on Sunday's Tg4 Diario news program, commenting on the drone attack on the US base in Kuwait, where Italian troops are also stationed. "We are reducing personnel" at Italian bases in the region. "We must secure as many troops as possible, upholding our international commitments," Tajani added, noting that the base in question had already been attacked.
3:00 PM – Drone attack on Italian base in Kuwait, no injuries
This morning, the Ali Al Salem base in Kuwait, which hosts American and Italian military personnel and equipment, was attacked by a drone that struck a warehouse housing an Italian Air Task Force remotely piloted aircraft, which was destroyed. At the time of the attack, all personnel were safe and uninjured. This was reported by the Italian Defense General Staff.
The aircraft destroyed by the drone "was an essential asset for operational activities and remained deployed at the base to ensure the continuity of operations," explained Chief of the Defense Staff, Luciano Portolano. "The Italian Air Task Force," he added, "had been preventively reduced in recent days, as part of the measures adopted in response to the evolving security situation in the area. The personnel remaining at the base are being deployed to carry out essential mission activities."
1.40pm – Three weeks of war expected
Israel expects at least another three weeks of war in Iran, with "thousands of targets" still to be hit, the Israeli military told CNN.
12:20 PM – Iran: "Israeli security and communications centers attacked with drones."
The Iranian military said in a statement that it launched drone strikes "against security centers and police units in Israel, including the special forces, called Lahav 433, and their satellite communications center, called Gilat Defense," the IRNA news agency reported.
11:40 a.m. – Iran: "Other countries should avoid any action that would escalate the conflict."
Iran has warned other countries "to refrain from any action that could lead to an escalation and extension of the conflict," Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said in a telephone conversation with his French counterpart Jean-Noel Barrot, according to a statement from the ministry in Tehran, the day after Donald Trump's request regarding Hormuz.
11:20 a.m. – London: "Security of Hormuz a priority, options being evaluated."
The British government is in contact with allies, including the United States, to assess how to ensure the security of the Strait of Hormuz, which remains a "priority." UK Energy Secretary Ed Miliband told the BBC that London is examining "all possible options" to help reopen the sea route, but did not provide operational details.
11:00 AM – Israel: New evacuation order south of Beirut
Israel has warned several neighborhoods in the southern suburbs of the Lebanese capital, Beirut, to evacuate "immediately" in anticipation of Israeli military action. IDF spokesman Avichay Adraee says the warning applies specifically to residents of Haret Hreik, Ghobeiry, Lilaki, Hadath, Burj al-Barajneh, Tahwitat al-Ghadir, and Chiyah.
10:30 a.m. – Iran: "The US and Israel have struck Arab countries with drones similar to Shahed."
Iran accuses the United States and Israel of "targeting Arab countries from specific positions" during the ongoing war, claiming they "only attacked US bases and their interests in the region, which acted against Iran." Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said this to Al-Araby Al-Jadeed, responding to international condemnation of Iranian attacks on Persian Gulf countries, particularly their residential areas.
10:00 a.m. – Tehran: "Mojtaba Khamenei is well and governing Iran."
"Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei is in good health and fully governs the country," Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said today, responding to reports of Khamenei's absence from public life and television since his election last week. "The situation in the country is stable," Araghchi added, quoted by the IRNA news agency. President Donald Trump stated yesterday that he doesn't even know whether Mojtaba Khamenei is alive. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth also stated that Khamenei is "injured and likely disfigured."
9:30 a.m. – Seoul: "We are carefully evaluating Trump's request regarding Hormuz."
South Korea will "carefully evaluate" Donald Trump's request to "send warships" to the Strait of Hormuz to "ensure it remains open," a presidential official said, citing Yonhap news agency, adding that Seoul is "in close communication" with Washington on the matter.
8:50 AM – Pasdaran missiles attack Al Dhafra base in the Emirates
The Iranian Revolutionary Guards (IRGC) claimed to have attacked the Al Dhafra airbase, located in the United Arab Emirates and operated by the US, with "10 Fatah and Ghadr missiles." The IRGC also reported that three US-sanctioned Iranian ships, which had been seized by India, were allowed to depart after Tehran allowed some Indian vessels to pass through the Strait of Hormuz.
8am – 8pm: Arrests in northwest Iran for collaboration with Israel
Twenty people have been arrested in northwestern Iran on charges of collaborating with Israel, according to the Tasnim news agency, which was reported by Iran International. Those arrested are suspected of sharing sensitive information with Israel "on military and security sites."
6:20 a.m. – Pasdaran: "We will hunt down and kill Netanyahu."
"The uncertainty over the fate of the criminal Zionist Prime Minister and the possibility of his death or his flight with his family from the occupied territories reveal the crisis and instability of the Zionists. If this criminal child-murderer is still alive, we will continue to hunt him down and kill him with all our might," the Iranian Revolutionary Guards wrote in a statement, reported by the Fars news agency.
6:10 am – Five air raids on Israel overnight, two injured in Holon
A night of raids on Israel: since midnight, according to the Times of Israel, five attacks have occurred. Two people were slightly injured in Holon, in the center of the country, following the second attack. The injuries were caused by the impact in the area, likely by fragments that fell after an interception.
6:00 AM – Couple with two children killed in West Bank
A Palestinian man, his wife, and their two children were killed shortly after midnight by Israeli forces in the town of Tammun, south of Tubas in the West Bank, while two other children were injured by shrapnel, according to the Palestinian news agency Wafa. Local sources reported that Israeli special forces infiltrated the town, followed by military reinforcements from the Ein Shibli and Tayasir checkpoints, and opened fire on a vehicle.
