Iran has launched another missile attack targeting Riyadh’s international airport and the Prince Sultan Air Base in Saudi Arabia. According to a report by AFP, Saudi Arabia claimed that its air defense systems successfully intercepted all incoming Iranian missiles aimed at the airport and the U.S. military base located there.

A Gulf-based source familiar with the incident confirmed to AFP that the missiles were shot down on Sunday afternoon before reaching their targets. The source added that air traffic at Riyadh International Airport was not disrupted and that there were no casualties or material damage reported.

An eyewitness near the airport told AFP that he saw missiles being intercepted in the sky and heard loud explosions. The report did not mention any official Iranian response or further escalation following the interception.

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has said that neighboring countries should direct their anger toward the United States and Israel, not Iran, following a series of retaliatory strikes. His remarks came after Iran launched attacks on US bases located in neighboring states in response to a joint US-Israeli assault on Iran. The strikes have caused damage in those countries, prompting expressions of anger from their governments.

Speaking to Al Jazeera, Araghchi stated that Iran is not targeting its neighboring brothers but is striking facilities linked to US and Israeli interests. He emphasized that Iran has no choice but to defend itself. The minister added that Tehran is maintaining communication with all neighboring countries to explain its position and hopes they will understand that Iran did not create the current situation and bears no responsibility for it.

Araghchi reiterated that Iran’s actions are defensive and that the country seeks understanding from its regional partners as tensions continue to rise.

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stated that Tehran has no intention of closing the Strait of Hormuz. He emphasized that there are no plans to take any action that would disrupt maritime navigation in the area. Araghchi made these remarks in an interview with Qatar-based broadcaster Al Jazeera on Sunday.

The statement came as the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) reported that two ships were damaged near the Strait of Hormuz. Many vessels are currently anchored on both sides of the strategic waterway, according to the same report. The Strait of Hormuz remains a critical route for global oil shipments, and any disruption could have significant implications for international trade.

While Iran’s foreign minister sought to reassure that navigation will continue unhindered, the reported vessel damage near the strait underscores ongoing tensions in the region.

Air operations at Shah Amanat International Airport in Chattogram were disrupted on Sunday due to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. A total of ten international flights were canceled in the morning, including three departures and seven arrivals. However, Biman Bangladesh Airlines flight BG-135, initially listed among the canceled flights, departed for Jeddah at 4 p.m. carrying 419 passengers.

Airport public relations officer Engineer Mohammad Ibrahim Khalil said the cancellations were made temporarily for passenger safety. Earlier, six other flights had been canceled for the same reason. The affected flights included several bound for Dubai, Sharjah, and Doha. Authorities stated that further decisions would be taken after monitoring the situation.

Sources indicated that uncertainty in flight operations may continue until the regional conflict stabilizes, suggesting potential ongoing disruptions for international travelers using the Chattogram route.

The United States has confirmed that three of its soldiers were killed during an ongoing military operation against Iran. According to an official statement from the U.S. military, five other soldiers were seriously injured in the same incident, while several others sustained minor physical and psychological injuries. Medical treatment and rehabilitation are underway, and efforts are being made to return the injured personnel to duty gradually.

The U.S. Central Command stated that major combat operations are continuing and that response efforts remain active, though the situation is currently stable. The command also noted that, out of respect for the families of the deceased, the names and further details of the soldiers will not be released until their next of kin have been formally notified.

The announcement comes amid heightened military activity involving Iran, with the U.S. maintaining that its operations are part of a broader campaign in the region.

Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has claimed responsibility for a missile attack on the US aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln stationed in the Gulf region, according to Al Jazeera. In a statement published by local media, the IRGC said the carrier was hit by four ballistic missiles and warned that land and sea would become the graveyard of aggressors. The claim came shortly after Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was reportedly killed in US and Israeli airstrikes.

The USS Abraham Lincoln has been deployed in the Arabian Sea since late January. A US official, however, denied Iran’s claim, telling Al Jazeera that no Iranian missiles struck the carrier and that its operations remain unaffected. The official confirmed that the vessel continues its mission without interruption.

The conflicting statements highlight escalating tensions between Iran and the United States following recent attacks and leadership changes in Tehran.

Iran launched retaliatory attacks in the Gulf region following strikes by the United States and Israel, resulting in three deaths, including one Bangladeshi, and 58 injuries in the United Arab Emirates, according to Emirati authorities. The victims reportedly included citizens of Pakistan, Nepal, and Bangladesh.

The UAE Ministry of Defense stated that its defense systems detected 165 ballistic missiles, of which 152 were destroyed, along with two cruise missiles shot down. The ministry further reported identifying 541 Iranian drones, successfully intercepting and destroying 506 of them. The information was cited from Khaleej Times.

The incident marks a significant escalation in regional hostilities, with Iran’s actions described as direct retaliation for earlier U.S. and Israeli attacks. The situation underscores rising tensions across the Gulf, with multiple nations now reporting casualties and heightened defense responses.

Iran has raised a red flag over the Jamkaran Mosque in the holy city of Qom following the death of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in a joint US-Israeli airstrike on Tehran. The flag, hoisted on Saturday, is described by Iranian media as a symbol of vengeance and a warning of severe retaliation against enemies at home and abroad.

According to state-run Press TV, the red flag represents the blood of the Islamic Revolution’s leader and the call for justice. Religious officials and clerics reportedly carried Khamenei’s portrait during the flag-raising ceremony. The gesture mirrors a similar event in January 2020, when Iran raised the same flag after the killing of Quds Force commander Qasem Soleimani in a US airstrike.

Reports indicate that the move reflects growing anger among Khamenei’s supporters and rising tensions across the Middle East. Following the attack, Iran launched strikes on US bases and fired missiles toward Israel, escalating regional hostilities.

Kuwait has been struck amid the ongoing conflict that erupted after a joint Israel–United States attack on Iran. According to Kuwait’s Ministry of Health, one person was killed and 32 others were injured in Iran’s counterattack. The ministry confirmed that all injured individuals were foreign nationals and were admitted to Al-Adan Hospital’s emergency department for immediate treatment.

Fifteen of the injured were later transferred to Jaber Hospital for specialized care, while the rest remain under observation at Al-Adan Hospital, where five emergency surgeries have been completed. Ministry spokesperson Dr. Abdullah Al-Sanad stated that the injuries include chest, head, and abdominal trauma, as well as fractures and other serious wounds. All patients are being closely monitored under approved medical protocols.

The Health Ministry added that emergency and intensive care units remain on high alert, with coordination strengthened among healthcare departments to ensure rapid response and quality medical services during the ongoing crisis.

Bangladesh has strongly condemned the violation of sovereignty of several Middle Eastern countries, including Bahrain, Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued a statement on Sunday, March 1, expressing the government’s concern following recent attacks in Iran and emphasizing the safety of Bangladeshi expatriates living in the region.

The statement warned that continued hostilities could severely endanger regional peace, stability, and the welfare of civilians. Bangladesh called on all parties involved to exercise maximum restraint, halt military actions, and return to diplomatic negotiations to resolve differences. The ministry expressed hope that peace, security, and stability would soon be restored in the region.

Although the statement listed seven countries whose sovereignty was violated, Iran was not included. The condemnation followed reports of a major military operation across Iran by Israel and the United States, which resulted in significant casualties, including senior Iranian figures.

The United Kingdom’s Foreign Office has issued a travel advisory urging British citizens to avoid all non-essential travel to Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar, and the United Arab Emirates. The advisory, announced through a post on social media platform X, specifies that only emergency travel should be undertaken to these Gulf countries.

The post further instructs British nationals currently residing in those countries to register their presence and seek shelter where possible. The advisory comes amid heightened regional tensions, though the statement itself does not specify the reasons behind the warning or any particular incidents prompting it.

The notice underscores the UK government’s caution toward the security environment in the Gulf region, advising citizens to remain alert and follow official updates from the Foreign Office.

Israel’s military has claimed that a recent airstrike killed Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei along with 30 senior Iranian officials. According to Israel’s Channel 12, the attack was carried out by the Israeli Air Force on Saturday and struck its long-time adversary within half a minute of launching the operation.

Israeli media reported that political and security officials described the strike as the beginning of a broader campaign expected to last several days. Reports highlighted extensive coordination between Israeli and U.S. military forces and the precision of shared intelligence. Defense analyst Yoav Limor warned that differences could soon emerge between the two allies, noting Israel’s readiness for a prolonged conflict. Veteran journalist Nahum Barnea commented that while the war may be a matter of choice for the United States, it is one of necessity for Israel.

Despite strong backing from U.S. President Trump, some Israeli commentators cautioned about potential shifts in American public opinion regarding the conflict.

Hundreds of Iraqis attempted to storm the US Embassy located in Baghdad’s Green Zone on Saturday following reports of the death of Iran’s supreme leader. According to a source quoted by AFP, the attempt had so far failed, but protesters continued trying to enter the heavily fortified area. Demonstrators carried flags of Iran-aligned armed groups and threw stones at security forces, who responded with tear gas to disperse the crowd.

Local Iraqi media also reported protests erupting in southern provinces. Several Iran-backed armed groups announced they would not remain neutral and vowed to defend the Islamic Republic. Kataib Hezbollah declared plans to attack US bases after two of its members were killed in an airstrike in southern Iraq. Additionally, explosions were reported near Erbil Airport, where US forces are stationed.

The situation reflects heightened regional tension following the reported death of Iran’s top leader and retaliatory threats from Iran-aligned militias across Iraq.

China on Sunday denounced the assassination of Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, who was killed in US-Israeli attacks on Tehran a day earlier. The Chinese Foreign Ministry described the killing as a grave violation of Iran’s sovereignty and security, issuing its statement on the social media platform X. It said the attack trampled on the purposes and principles of the UN Charter and basic norms of international relations, adding that China firmly opposed and strongly condemned the act.

The ministry reiterated its call for an immediate end to military operations in the Middle East and urged a joint effort to maintain peace and stability both in the region and globally. Tehran announced Khamenei’s death early Sunday, declaring 40 days of public mourning across the country. Iran’s Supreme National Security Council said he was killed at his office early Saturday and described his death as the beginning of a great uprising against the tyrants of the world.

US President Donald Trump had earlier written on his social media platform that Khamenei was dead, ahead of Tehran’s confirmation.

Russian President Vladimir Putin has expressed deep condolences to Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian following the assassination of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. According to Russia’s state news agency TASS, Putin issued a statement on Sunday describing the killing, which reportedly occurred in a joint US-Israel attack, as a brutal act and a severe breach of international law and moral principles.

Putin emphasized that Ayatollah Khamenei would be remembered in Russia as an outstanding statesman who made significant personal contributions to strengthening relations between Russia and Iran. The statement reflects Moscow’s strong condemnation of the incident and its solidarity with Tehran in the aftermath of the attack.

The report also noted that the strike resulted in the deaths of 30 senior Iranian officials, according to Israeli claims, and that Iran’s intelligence police chief was among those killed. The situation has heightened regional tensions and drawn international attention to the implications of the attack.