On February 28, Israel and the United States carried out a series of strikes on Iranian territory. Major cities and military infrastructure were targeted, including military bases and command centres. In response, Iran launched missile strikes on Israeli territory, as well as on several other countries in the region — including targets and airspace in the UAE, Jordan, Iraq, and Syria.
As of March 19, the situation in the region remains extremely tense. The sides continue to exchange statements, and new episodes of escalation are being recorded. Information is being updated as new reports emerge.
09:21
Militants of the “Islamic Resistance of Iraq” carried out an attack on a U.S. military base in Jordan the previous day.
Footage of the attack was published by Tasnim, citing the organisation’s press service.
08:36
A civilian vessel was attacked off the coast of Qatar, the UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) has reported.
“UKMTO has received a report of an incident 4 nautical miles east of Ras Laffan, Qatar. It has been reported to UKMTO that a vessel has been hit by an unknown projectile. All crew are reported safe and well. Vessels are advised to transit with caution and report any suspicious activity to UKMTO while authorities continue to investigate,” the statement said.
08:27
“Operation Epic Fury stands as a reminder of what the United States military uniquely delivers: the ability to project power on a global scale with speed, surprise, precision, and overwhelming force when and where our nation requires it,” U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) stated in a post on X.
