The head of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), Rafael Grossi, stated that inspectors have found no evidence of a coordinated nuclear weapons program in Iran, despite allegations from Israel and the United States. Speaking to NBC News, Grossi confirmed that the agency could not identify any systematic or structural elements of such a program.

Grossi acknowledged that Tehran has enriched uranium up to 60 percent purity, a level far beyond civilian energy needs. He noted that this degree of enrichment is typically associated only with nuclear-armed states. However, he emphasized that inspectors have not concluded that Iran intends to build a bomb.

Grossi described the enrichment activity as a cause for concern, citing the continuous operation of centrifuges producing material theoretically sufficient for more than ten nuclear warheads, though he clarified that Iran does not possess such weapons.

The United Kingdom is considering sending a warship to the Mediterranean following a drone attack on its military base in Cyprus. According to defense sources cited by the BBC, the Royal Navy’s HMS Duncan has been kept ready for possible deployment, though no final decision has yet been made.

The reported attack targeted a British military installation in Cyprus, prompting London to evaluate its security posture in the region. The move reflects heightened concern over regional stability and the safety of British forces stationed abroad.

While the UK has not confirmed when or if the deployment will occur, the preparation of HMS Duncan indicates that the government is maintaining readiness for potential escalation or deterrence operations in the Mediterranean.

The Gaza crossing was reopened for the first time following a joint United States and Israeli attack on Iran, according to the report published on March 3, 2026. The route is described as crucial for delivering food, medicine, and other humanitarian aid to war-torn Gaza. Israeli forces had previously closed the crossing after the conflict involving Iran began.

The closure had severely restricted the entry of relief supplies, leading to rapidly depleting food and fuel reserves in Gaza. The United Nations and other organizations had warned that the blockade could trigger an acute food crisis if not resolved. The reopening marks a significant development in efforts to restore humanitarian access to the enclave.

The report also referenced related regional tensions, including threats from Iran to target economic centers and statements from the United States offering new explanations for the attack on Iran.

Biman Bangladesh Airlines has announced the cancellation of all flights on six major Middle Eastern routes until March 5 due to ongoing war conditions and heightened security risks in the region's airspace. The state-owned carrier made the announcement on Tuesday, citing disruptions caused by the conflict. The affected routes include Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Dammam, Doha, and Kuwait. The airline’s General Manager for Public Relations, Bosra Islam, confirmed the decision.

According to the airline, the cancellations follow the temporary closure of airspace by Iran, Iraq, Kuwait, the United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, Qatar, and Jordan since February 28. This closure has disrupted flight schedules at Dhaka’s Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport and affected multiple international carriers. Biman stated that passengers will be informed of new schedules once the situation improves.

The airline advised travelers to stay in contact with its call center or relevant offices for updates, noting that uncertainty will persist until regional airspace tensions ease.

The United States Embassy in Jerusalem has issued a security alert stating that it is not in a position to evacuate or directly assist Americans wishing to leave Israel. The embassy instructed all US government employees and their families to remain at or near their residences until further notice. The advisory follows the assassination of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei on Saturday, which triggered retaliatory strikes by Tehran against Israel, neighboring Gulf states, and key global energy targets.

The embassy noted that Israel’s Ministry of Tourism has launched a shuttle service to the Taba border crossing, where travelers can register through an exit form. The crossing with Egypt remains open 24 hours a day. However, the embassy emphasized that it cannot recommend for or against using the shuttle and cannot guarantee the safety of those who choose to leave Israel by this route.

The embassy also mentioned that travelers heading to Jordan may take the shuttle to Eilat and then proceed independently to the Yitzhak Rabin border crossing by taxi.

China has called on all parties involved in the Middle East conflict to maintain security in the Strait of Hormuz, a vital route for global oil and gas transport. The appeal came after Iran’s Revolutionary Guard announced the closure of the strait on Saturday, prompting several international shipping companies to suspend operations in the area. During a regular press briefing on Tuesday, Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning urged an immediate halt to military actions and warned against further escalation that could harm the global economy.

Mao emphasized that energy security is crucial for global economic stability and stated that China would take necessary measures to safeguard its own energy supply. The Strait of Hormuz handles nearly one-fourth of the world’s seaborne oil shipments, along with significant volumes of other goods. China is a major buyer of Iranian oil, most of which passes through this strategic waterway.

The statement underscores Beijing’s concern over potential disruptions to global energy flows and its commitment to protecting its national energy interests.

Iran has accused Israel of carrying out a drone attack on Saudi oil company Saudi Aramco, describing the incident as a 'false flag' operation. According to Iran’s Tasnim News Agency, citing military sources, the attack was allegedly orchestrated by Israel to divert regional attention from its own actions against civilian sites in Iran.

The report stated that Iran has previously declared its intent to target all U.S. and Israeli interests and facilities in the Gulf region, and that several such attacks have already taken place. However, the sources emphasized that Aramco installations were not among Iran’s designated targets. The information was reported by Al Jazeera and relayed through Tasnim.

The accusation adds to escalating regional tensions, with Iran framing the incident as part of a broader strategic conflict involving Israel and Western interests in the Middle East.

Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has issued a severe warning to the United States and Israel as the ongoing war between Iran and the two countries entered its fourth day on Tuesday. The IRGC declared that Iran’s military operations against both nations would intensify, promising that more 'gates of hell' would open for them.

In a televised address, IRGC spokesperson Ali Mohammad Naini stated that the enemies should expect increasingly harsh and continuous punitive strikes. He emphasized that the United States and Israel would face a series of escalating retaliatory attacks as Iran continues its military campaign.

The statement underscores Iran’s determination to sustain and expand its military response, signaling a further escalation in the conflict as tensions remain high across the region.

The United States Embassy in Riyadh announced the suspension of all consular services across its missions in Saudi Arabia. According to an embassy statement, all regular and emergency appointments scheduled for Tuesday have been canceled. The missions in Jeddah, Riyadh, and Dhahran have been placed under a 'shelter in place' directive. The embassy also advised American citizens to maintain personal security plans and avoid approaching the embassy area until further notice.

The statement linked the suspension to an attack on the organization, prompting heightened security measures. The development comes amid a series of regional attacks following Iranian strikes on US military bases in the Middle East. One such attack reportedly targeted Saudi Aramco, the state-owned oil giant, causing a fire at its facility.

The embassy has not indicated when consular operations might resume, leaving uncertainty about the duration of the suspension and its impact on American citizens in Saudi Arabia.

Several Gulf countries have disclosed the number of missiles and drones intercepted amid ongoing retaliatory attacks following joint US-Israel military strikes on Iran. According to CNN, Kuwait intercepted 178 ballistic missiles and 384 drones, while the UAE reported intercepting 169 of 182 detected missiles and 645 drones, with 44 hitting domestic areas. Bahrain intercepted 70 missiles and 76 drones, and Qatar reported intercepting 101 of 104 detected missiles and 24 of 39 drones, as well as destroying two Iranian SU-24 bombers. Saudi Arabia did not release total figures but confirmed intercepting eight drones near Riyadh and Al-Kharj. Oman reported two drone strikes at Duqm port and a tanker hit near Musandam’s coast.

The figures highlight the defensive capabilities of Gulf nations amid heightened regional tensions. Their air defense systems have played a key role in protecting civilian areas during the ongoing escalation.

The report underscores the strategic importance of Gulf defense networks in maintaining regional stability during the current conflict.

Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) announced that it carried out a large-scale drone and missile attack on a United States air base located in Bahrain’s Sheikh Isa area on Monday morning. According to the IRGC statement, the operation involved 20 drones and three missiles, which allegedly destroyed the base’s main command and headquarters building and set fire to fuel storage tanks.

As of the report’s publication, Bahraini authorities had not issued any immediate comment regarding the incident or its consequences. The report did not include information on casualties, damage assessments, or responses from US officials.

The attack marks a significant escalation in regional tensions, though the full extent of the damage and potential retaliatory measures remain unclear based on the available information.

Lebanon’s armed group Hezbollah announced that it carried out a drone attack on Israel’s Ramat David air base in the country’s north. According to the group, the strike took place early Tuesday and targeted the radar site and control rooms of the base using a swarm of drones.

Hezbollah stated that the operation was conducted as retaliation for Israel’s recent deadly attacks in various areas of Lebanon. The report, citing Al Jazeera, did not provide details on the extent of the damage or any casualties resulting from the strike.

The incident marks another escalation in the ongoing hostilities between Israel and Hezbollah, with both sides trading attacks across the border in recent weeks.

A drone attack targeted a hotel used to house US troops in Erbil, the capital of Iraq’s Kurdistan region, near the Iranian border. The armed group Islamic Resistance in Iraq claimed responsibility, saying it deliberately struck the hotel where American soldiers were staying. Iraqi news agency Naya News shared a video on Telegram showing a building in Erbil engulfed in flames, describing it as a strike on an ‘occupying force base.’ No immediate details on casualties or damage were available.

On the same day, Iran claimed responsibility for drone and missile attacks on US forces stationed in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. According to Al Jazeera, Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) said its naval forces carried out a ‘complex attack’ combining drones and missiles against American troops in Dubai. The IRGC also claimed to have launched a drone strike on the US base at Arifjan in Kuwait.

The incidents mark a series of coordinated strikes across the region, though the full extent of the damage and potential escalation remain unclear.

US President Donald Trump has ordered a full-scale attack on Iran less than a year after declaring that his foreign policy would avoid regime change or nation-building in the Middle East. Analysts told Al Jazeera that the new war contradicts Trump’s stated ideology and campaign promises, arguing that it primarily benefits Israel and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu rather than the United States. Negar Mortazavi of the Center for International Policy described the assault as another Israel-driven conflict initiated under US pressure.

The report notes that Netanyahu has long warned of Iran’s nuclear and missile threats, though both Tehran and US officials have denied evidence of weaponization. Despite recent diplomatic progress through Omani mediation and three rounds of indirect US-Iran talks in Geneva, Trump proceeded with the strike, undermining hopes for a peace deal. Public opinion polls cited in the report show that most Americans oppose a new war with Iran.

Commentators, including National Iranian American Council president Jamal Abdi, said the decision marks a political victory for Netanyahu but a strategic setback for the US, signaling a potentially prolonged and unpredictable military engagement.

US President Donald Trump has signaled a strong response following a drone attack on the American Embassy in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. In an interview with NewsNation journalist Kelly Meyer, Trump said Washington would take significant action soon, adding that the world would see the response very quickly.

According to the report, two drones struck the US Embassy in Riyadh early Tuesday morning, causing a small fire and partial damage to the building. Following the incident, the United States placed all its facilities and diplomatic missions across the Middle East on high alert.

The US government has also suspended all consular services in Saudi Arabia as a precautionary measure, while regional tensions remain heightened after the attack.