Israel PM Benjamin Netanyahu’s office reportedly attacked in Iran strike

Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) said that its recent missile attack hit the office of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and the site of the commander of the Israel Defense Forces Air Force in what it called a "surprise" strike.

In its statement, the IRGC also said that Netanyahu’s fate is "unclear" after the attack, but it did not provide any independent confirmation of his condition or whereabouts, The Times of India has reported.

AWS data centres in Bahrain, UAE report outages amid Iranian air strikes

Amazon Web Services (AWS) said its data centres in Bahrain and the United Arab Emirates experienced power and connectivity disruptions as Iranian air strikes hit parts of the region. The company said an availability zone in the UAE was affected after “objects” struck the facility, causing sparks and a fire, which led to power being shut off. AWS later confirmed that a localised power issue also impacted another availability zone in the UAE region.

Hezbollah chief Naim ‌Qassem now 'target for elimination': Israel Defence Minister

Israel Katz, Israel’s defense minister, stated that Hezbollah Secretary-General Naim Qassem is now a "target for elimination", Aljazeera has reported. This follows Israeli jets bombing Lebanon, which resulted in the deaths of at least 31 people. This attack came after Hezbollah announced it had launched a rocket and drone strike against a military base near Haifa in northern Israel. They claimed this was in response to the killing of Khamenei.

Over 3,400 flights cancelled in first few days of conflict

According to flight-tracking data, more than 3,400 flights have been cancelled in the first few days of the conflict, reported Aljazeera. Major regional airports, including Dubai International, Sharjah, Abu Dhabi, and Hamad International Airport in Doha, have suspended operations. In total, six or seven major airports across the region were shut down.

Iran says 555 killed since start of US–Israel strikes

Iranian state media, citing the Iranian Red Crescent Society, reports that at least 555 people have been killed across the country since joint military strikes by the United States and Israel began. The conflict has now entered its third day. Earlier official figures had put the death toll at just over 200, but the latest update indicates a sharp increase in casualties as the situation continues to escalate.

Israel Defense Forces has posted on X

"It’s official: All senior terrorist leaders of Iran’s Axis of Terror have been eliminated"

China says it had no prior notice of US–Israel strikes on Iran

China has said it was not informed in advance about the recent military action carried out by the United States and Israel against Iran. Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning told reporters that Beijing received no prior notification before the strikes began. China has also criticised the military action and urged all sides to halt operations immediately. Beijing called for respect for national sovereignty and a return to dialogue in order to prevent further escalation in the Middle East.

'Several' US warplanes crashed in Kuwait: Defence Ministry

Kuwait’s Defense Ministry says "several" US warplanes have crashed in the country, all the crew survived, Aljazeera has reported.More details: Kuwaiti authorities immediately initiated search and rescue operations, evacuating all crews and transporting them to a hospital for medical treatment. Their condition is stable. Kuwaiti authorities are operating in coordination with the US. An investigation to determine the cause of the crash is going on.

Israeli-US attack Kataib Hezbollah sites south of Baghdad

An Israeli-US missile attack hit sites belonging to the Iran-backed paramilitary group Kataib Hezbollah in Jurf al-Sakhr, located south of Baghdad, the Iraqi capital, a security source told Al Jazeera. Significant damage was reported, including burning vehicles, buildings, and warehouses. So far, there have been no reported casualties.

What is a Boeing Stratotanker?

Pictures of at least two US Air Force Boeing KC-135 Stratotanker aerial refuelling aircraft at Ben Gurion International Airport in Tel Aviv, Israel, have gone viral on social media and is being seen now an then on Flightradar24. Reports say the aircraft has been continuously launching from the airport, operating as an “aerial gas station” to support extended combat operations. Read the full story here.

'Take cover now': US Embassy in Kuwait issues urgent warning amid attack threat

The US embassy in Kuwait has confirmed that it is under attack. In a statement, the embassy said the threat of a drone and missile remains. It urged residents and US citizens to stay away from the embassy premises until further notice. As per several media reports, smoke was seen rising from the vicinity of the US embassy in Kuwait. Fire fighters and ambulances have also been seen in the area. Read the full story here.

Which countries were hit amid US-Iran conflict? Here's the full list

The ongoing US-Iran conflict has rapidly widened, with missile and drone attacks reported across several countries in the Middle East and Gulf region. Regional officials and international media reports indicate that multiple military installations, cities and civilian areas were affected as Iran retaliated following joint US-Israeli strikes. Read the full story here.

'Illegal aggression': North Korea reacts strongly to US-Israel attack on Iran

North Korea has sharply criticised recent military operations carried out jointly by the United States and Israel against Iran. In a statement released through its Foreign Ministry, Pyongyang described the strikes as "illegal aggression" and a blatant violation of Iran's sovereignty. Read the full story here.

Beirut rocked by explosions as Israel strikes Lebanese capital after Hezbollah rocket fire

The skies over Beirut lit up with fire and smoke on Monday as Israel carried out a wave of airstrikes on Lebanon, including its capital. The bombardment followed rocket fire by the Iran-backed Hezbollah group, which said it was responding to the killing of Iran’s Supreme Leader. The exchange has sharply escalated tensions across an already volatile region, raising fears of a broader conflict. Read the full story here.

Afghanistan launches airstrikes on Pakistan’s Nur Khan airbase in bold military escalation

In a move that has sent ripples through South Asia’s fragile security landscape, Afghanistan has claimed it launched coordinated airstrikes on key Pakistani military installations. The announcement, issued by Kabul’s defence establishment, signals one of the most direct and high-stakes confrontations between the two neighbours in recent years. While details remain contested, the claim alone has intensified anxieties in a region long accustomed to uneasy truces and sudden escalations. Read the full story here.

Britain, France and Germany ready to work with US to stop Iran’s retaliation as UK opens bases for defensive strikes

Britain, France and Germany said they are ready to work with the United States and regional partners to help stop Iran’s retaliatory attacks. In a joint statement on Sunday, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, French President Emmanuel Macron and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said they are “appalled” by Iran’s “reckless” strikes on their allies. They said the attacks are threatening their service members and citizens in the region. Read the full story here.

'This is a live situation': UK confirms suspected drone attack at RAF base in Cyprus amid regional tensions

Britain's Royal Air Force base Akrotiri in Cyprus experienced a suspected drone strike overnight. This attack resulted in "limited damage and no casualties", according to Cypriot authorities and the UK's Ministry of Defence, reported Sky News. There were no casualties in the incident at the base near Limassol, Cyprus. An MoD spokesperson was quoted as saying by Sky News, "Our armed forces are responding to a suspected drone strike at RAF Akrotiri in Cyprus at midnight local time. Read the full story here.

Iran’s Gandhi Hospital hit in Israeli strikes; videos show damage and chaos

Israeli airstrikes on Sunday reportedly hit Gandhi Hospital in northern Tehran, according to Iranian media and international wire reports. The alleged strike comes on the second day of a combined US-Israeli military offensive targeting sites across Iran. The incident, if confirmed, would mark a significant escalation, as Israel has maintained that its operations are focused on military and nuclear infrastructure. Read the full story here.