Iran has called on Middle Eastern countries and Muslims in the region to provide information about American and Israeli military assets. Brigadier General Abul Fazl Shekarchi, spokesperson for Iran’s armed forces, made the appeal in a statement published by the state-run Defa Press on Wednesday. He said the data would help Iran carry out more precise attacks, reducing civilian casualties during ongoing conflicts.

Shekarchi accused the United States and Israel of using regional populations as human shields and urged people not to serve as protection for American forces. He argued that sharing intelligence would enhance regional security and help free local populations from what he described as American and Israeli control. The Iranian official also alleged that US and Israeli forces were deliberately targeting civilians, including women and children, out of frustration over battlefield losses.

The statement comes amid reports of intensified Iranian attacks on Israel, including claims of strikes on Israeli intelligence headquarters and injuries to 179 people within the past 24 hours.

Tensions along the Lebanon–Israel border have sharply escalated as Hezbollah launched hundreds of rockets toward northern Israel, overwhelming the Iron Dome defense system. Air raid alerts were issued in Haifa, Acre, and Krayot, causing widespread panic and the closure of schools and offices. The attacks also included drones, short-range missiles, and commando operations targeting military bases and installations, including sites in Tel Aviv. Israeli ambulance service Magen David Adom reported at least 16 injuries.

Israeli intelligence described Hezbollah’s rockets as heavy, fast, and long-range, capable of reaching southern Israel. Military analysts warned that Israel faces severe strain fighting on both the Gaza and Lebanon fronts simultaneously, with limited reserves and air defense capacity. Experts estimated that industrial regions in Haifa and Galilee could suffer up to 40% economic damage if dual-front conflict continues. The U.S. administration has reportedly advised Israel to avoid direct war with Hezbollah.

In Lebanon, Israeli airstrikes have killed at least 400 people, leaving many displaced. Humanitarian agencies are operating near the border as civilians seek safety amid ongoing bombardments.

Qatar has accused Iran of launching nine ballistic missiles and several drones into its territory. According to the Qatari defense ministry, one of the missiles landed in an uninhabited area, while the rest were intercepted by Qatari forces. The incident reportedly occurred amid heightened regional tensions.

The report, citing Al Jazeera, adds that the missile and drone attacks originated from Iran. The Qatari defense ministry provided no details on casualties or damage beyond confirming that most of the projectiles were neutralized. The event follows a series of regional escalations, including attacks on ships in the Persian Gulf and Hormuz Strait, and recent Iranian strikes in Israel that injured 179 people.

The situation underscores growing instability in the Gulf region, with multiple incidents involving Iran and neighboring states raising concerns about broader conflict across the Middle East.

The United States has reportedly begun moving parts of its Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) missile system and other military hardware from South Korea to the Middle East for use in its war against Iran. The move, reported this week by US media citing Pentagon officials, has raised questions about Washington’s security commitment to its East Asian allies. South Korea’s President Lee Jae Myung sought to reassure the public that the country remains capable of deterring threats from North Korea, despite the redeployment of US assets. He emphasized that South Korea’s defense budget is among the world’s largest and exceeds North Korea’s GDP by 1.4 times.

Foreign Minister Cho Hyun confirmed that discussions were underway with the US on possibly redeploying Patriot missile defense systems to the Middle East, with unconfirmed reports suggesting some batteries could go to Saudi Arabia and the UAE. The US Forces Korea declined to comment on specific movements for security reasons. Analysts warned that North Korea might misinterpret the relocation as a chance to test allied defenses.

Japan also faces adjustments as US naval assets based there are redirected to the Arabian Sea, prompting domestic criticism that the redeployments could weaken regional deterrence and reflect a lack of strategic planning in Washington.

According to Al Jazeera, Hezbollah launched multiple rounds of rocket attacks on Israel within minutes, coinciding with Iran’s recent missile strikes. Israel claimed that at least 100 rockets were fired jointly by Iran and Hezbollah. In response, the Israeli military instructed civilians to move to safe shelters as explosions were reported in several northern cities.

Al Jazeera’s correspondent reported loud explosions and warning sirens in Kiryat Shmona and Haifa, two cities in northern Israel. The attacks marked a significant escalation in the region, linking Hezbollah’s operations from Lebanon with Iran’s direct missile involvement.

The situation has heightened security alerts across northern Israel, though the full extent of damage or casualties was not immediately clear from the initial reports.

A series of retaliatory attacks across the Middle East has left at least 12 civilians dead, most of them foreign migrant workers. The violence followed a joint U.S.-Israeli strike on Iran on February 28, prompting Iran to target American military bases and embassies in several Gulf countries. Among the victims were Pakistani driver Murib Zaman in the United Arab Emirates, Bangladeshi cleaner Mosharraf Hossain in Saudi Arabia, and an 11-year-old Iranian girl in Kuwait. Only one of the reported fatalities was a local citizen.

The Gulf region’s economies rely heavily on millions of migrant workers from Asia, Africa, and the Middle East, who make up a large share of the population. Despite advanced air defense systems, Iranian missiles and drones have struck civilian infrastructure, including hotels and a water purification plant. Bahrain’s Interior Ministry confirmed a March 10 attack that killed a 29-year-old woman, while Iran maintained it was only targeting U.S. military facilities.

Low-wage migrant workers remain the most vulnerable, as their crowded housing and essential service jobs leave them exposed to missile strikes and fires with few safe evacuation options.

Iran has launched what it calls its most intense and heavy military campaign since the start of its war with the United States and Israel. The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) said it struck multiple US and Israeli installations across the Middle East, including bases in Iraq, Bahrain, Kuwait, and Saudi Arabia, as well as military sites in Tel Aviv, Haifa, and Jerusalem. The attacks also targeted oil infrastructure and shipping routes, with Iran claiming to have effectively blocked the Strait of Hormuz, a key global oil transit route.

Footage released by Iranian state media showed missile launches, while several Gulf states reported intercepting drones and missiles. Explosions were reported near Tehran’s Mehrabad Airport following Israeli airstrikes. The Red Crescent Society said nearly 20,000 civilian buildings in Iran have been damaged by joint US-Israeli attacks. Meanwhile, the EU imposed sanctions on 19 Iranian officials and entities over alleged human rights violations.

Iran’s new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei was reported safe after being injured earlier in the conflict. The US may use Romanian bases for operations against Iran, as approved by Romania’s parliament and NATO defense councils.

U.S. President Donald Trump told the American news outlet Axios that the ongoing war would end soon, adding that there is little left to strike in Iran. According to Axios, Trump stated that the conflict would end whenever he decided it should. The remarks were made amid continuing U.S.-Israeli military operations in Iran.

The joint offensive began on February 28, when the United States and Israel launched coordinated attacks on Iranian targets. However, Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz said last Wednesday that the war would continue without any set timeframe. Citing Reuters and The Times of Israel, Katz emphasized that the campaign would persist until all objectives of the joint U.S.-Israeli operation were achieved.

The situation reflects differing tones between Washington and Tel Aviv regarding the duration of the conflict, as both sides continue their coordinated military actions in the region.

The US Federal Bureau of Investigation has warned law enforcement agencies in California that Iran may be planning a drone attack on the US west coast in retaliation for American military actions. According to an alert obtained by ABC News, the warning, issued in late February, said Iran had expressed intent to launch a surprise strike using unmanned aerial vehicles from an unidentified vessel if the United States initiated operations against it. The alert did not specify timing, targets, or attackers.

The warning comes as former President Donald Trump’s administration continues aggressive military operations against Iran, while Tehran has responded with drone attacks across parts of the Middle East. Both the FBI’s Los Angeles office and the White House declined to comment on the matter.

US intelligence agencies have also raised concerns about Mexican drug cartels developing drone capabilities that could threaten US security forces. Former Homeland Security intelligence chief John Cohen said potential attacks could come from both the Pacific and the Mexican border, underscoring the importance of the FBI’s alert for state and local preparedness.

Lebanon is facing a severe humanitarian crisis as more than 750,000 people have been displaced within 12 days due to the ongoing war in the Middle East. The displacement surge followed military operations launched by the United States and Israel against Iran and its allies. According to NBC News, citing Lebanese government data, most of those displaced are from southern Lebanon, where continuous Israeli airstrikes and evacuation orders have forced residents to flee.

Imran Riza, the United Nations humanitarian coordinator for Lebanon, described the pace of displacement as unprecedented, noting that over 100,000 new displacements were registered between Monday and Tuesday alone. In Beirut, schools and educational institutions have been converted into temporary shelters for families escaping the violence in the south.

Analysts warn that if the conflict continues, Lebanon could face an even deeper humanitarian crisis as the number of displaced people rises sharply.

Iran has rejected the United States’ claim that its missile capabilities have been destroyed. Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf stated on social media platform X that the initial large-scale missile attacks were intended to blind enemy radar and defense systems. He added that Iran can now strike any target with greater precision using fewer missiles.

Earlier, US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth had asserted that Operation Epic Fury was systematically destroying Iran’s missile stockpiles and production centers. Ghalibaf’s statement directly refuted that claim, emphasizing that Iran’s missile program remains functional and effective.

The exchange highlights ongoing tensions between Tehran and Washington amid broader regional hostilities involving Iran, Hezbollah, and Israel, as reported by Al Jazeera.

Qatar’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Sheikha Alya Ahmed bin Saif Al Thani, has called the Iranian attack on Qatar completely unjustified. Speaking at a press conference at the UN headquarters in New York, she said the assault has increased tensions and endangered civilian lives while damaging infrastructure. She urged the UN Security Council to take action in response to the situation.

According to the statement, the Qatari envoy condemned the attack as unacceptable and emphasized the threat it poses to regional stability. The remarks came amid rising unrest in the Middle East, where reports indicate multiple cross-border strikes and growing insecurity. The call for UN intervention reflects Qatar’s concern over escalating hostilities and the need for international measures to prevent further deterioration.

The appeal to the Security Council underscores Qatar’s reliance on multilateral diplomacy to address security threats and maintain regional peace, as tensions between Iran and neighboring states continue to intensify.

The United States military has instructed Iranian civilians to avoid all port areas in the Strait of Hormuz where the Iranian navy is active. The directive, issued by US Central Command (CENTCOM) on Wednesday, called for immediate avoidance of Iranian naval ships and military equipment. The warning specifically targeted port workers, administrative staff, and commercial vessel crews, urging them to stay clear of naval zones.

According to the CENTCOM statement, the guidance follows a series of US military actions against Iranian naval assets. Since February 28, the United States claims to have sunk or destroyed around 60 Iranian vessels, significantly weakening Iran’s naval capabilities. The information was reported by Al Jazeera.

The advisory underscores heightened tensions in the region following recent hostilities involving Iran and its allies. The situation remains volatile, with continued military activity in and around the Strait of Hormuz.

India has condemned an attack on a Thailand-flagged cargo ship named Mayuri Naree that was en route to Kandla, Gujarat, when it came under assault in the Hormuz Strait on March 11. The Indian Ministry of External Affairs issued a statement on Wednesday expressing strong disapproval of the incident, noting that commercial vessels are increasingly being targeted amid ongoing conflicts in West Asia.

The statement highlighted that similar attacks during the early stages of the regional conflict had already caused loss of valuable lives, including Indian nationals. It added that the intensity of such assaults and the resulting casualties appear to be rising. India emphasized that targeting commercial shipping and endangering innocent civilian crew members, or obstructing freedom of navigation and trade, is unacceptable.

The ministry’s remarks reflect growing concern over maritime security in the region, as attacks on civilian shipping threaten international trade routes and the safety of seafarers.

The United States military has issued an immediate directive for Iranian civilians to avoid all port areas in the Strait of Hormuz. The warning, released by the US Central Command (CENTCOM), specifically urges people to stay away from ports where Iran’s navy is active. The statement advises Iranian port workers, administrative staff, and commercial ship crews to steer clear of naval vessels and military equipment.

According to the CENTCOM statement cited by the source, the United States has destroyed or sunk around 60 Iranian naval vessels since the start of attacks on February 28. The US claims these operations have significantly weakened Iran’s naval capabilities. The advisory reflects ongoing military tensions in the region and a continued focus on maritime security in one of the world’s most strategic waterways.

The warning underscores the risk of further escalation around the Strait of Hormuz, a critical route for global energy shipments, though the source does not specify any new military actions beyond the advisory.