Israeli settlers carried out a series of violent attacks on Palestinian villages across the occupied West Bank following the death of 18-year-old Israeli Jew Yehuda Sherman. The violence began after Sherman died when his quad bike collided with a Palestinian vehicle. Police are investigating whether the incident was intentional or accidental. In response, settlers used WhatsApp groups to call for revenge, leading to more than 20 reported attacks overnight. Homes, vehicles, and farmland were set on fire in villages including Jalud, Qaryut, Al-Funduqimiyah, and Silat ad-Dahr.

The Israeli Defense Forces deployed troops and border police to several villages after reports of arson and unrest. The Palestinian Red Crescent reported injuries among both Palestinians and attackers. The Palestinian Foreign Ministry condemned the attacks, saying they caused destruction and fear during Eid al-Fitr. Israeli police arrested five people near Deir al-Hatab and vowed zero tolerance for extremist violence. Human rights group Yesh Din described the events as a “night of pogroms,” accusing authorities of failing to act despite prior warnings.

According to the UN, settler violence has surged since the joint U.S.-Israeli attack on Iran, with six Palestinians killed since March 1. Israeli opposition leader Yair Golan blamed the government for encouraging chaos amid ongoing conflict.

At least one person was killed in an attack on a state broadcasting center in southern Iran, according to the country’s official television channel on Monday, March 23, 2026. The Islamic Republic of Iran Broadcasting (IRIB) stated that the assault targeted a 100-kilowatt AM transmitter at the Persian Gulf Radio and Television Center.

Citing AFP, the IRIB described the attackers as an “American-Zionist terrorist force.” The British newspaper The Guardian reported that the strike violated international law and resulted in the death of a security guard and injuries to another staff member at the facility.

The incident comes amid heightened regional tensions, with recent reports of missile attacks and international appeals to halt hostilities involving Iran. However, no further details about the perpetrators or the broader context of the attack were provided in the official statements.

Iran has carried out extensive missile strikes across Israel, with explosions reported in Jerusalem, central, and southern regions. Authorities have issued emergency alerts and instructed civilians to move to safe shelters as Iranian missiles reportedly hit several areas. According to Al Jazeera, cluster munitions may have been used, dispersing smaller bombs that caused damage in at least eight locations. Videos of the destruction have circulated on social media.

The Qatar-based outlet reported that earlier alerts in northern Israel were later lifted, allowing residents to leave shelters. However, since Sunday, missile attacks have continued, particularly in the north, where frequent sirens have been sounding. The region has become a regular target not only of Iranian missile strikes but also of attacks from Lebanon’s armed group Hezbollah.

The ongoing assaults have heightened security concerns across Israel, with authorities maintaining high alert as the situation develops.

Hezbollah has claimed responsibility for multiple attacks targeting Israeli forces stationed in southern Lebanon. According to statements released by the group, rocket strikes were launched at Israeli positions near Yaroun, Marwahin, and Ad-Duhayrah, while artillery fire targeted troops in the Maroun al-Ras area. Hezbollah also reported using drones to strike an Israeli unit advancing from Maroun toward Khallat al-Bustan, asserting that the attack successfully hit its target.

Israel’s Walla News reported that seven Israeli soldiers were injured in southern Lebanon. The report described a “security-related incident” in which four soldiers sustained minor injuries, while another was hurt in a drone strike near a military unit in the same area. Additionally, two soldiers were slightly injured in a separate “accident” in northern Israel.

All injured soldiers were taken to hospitals for treatment, according to the report. The incidents highlight ongoing cross-border hostilities between Hezbollah and Israeli forces in the region.

The European Union has stepped up diplomatic efforts to resolve the ongoing crisis surrounding the Strait of Hormuz. EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas held discussions with Iran and several regional powers, including Turkey, Qatar, and South Korea, according to reports from Al Jazeera and Reuters. On Sunday, Kallas spoke by phone with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, following a similar conversation earlier in the week.

An EU official stated that these talks aim to find a diplomatic solution amid the current tensions. The discussions covered the ongoing conflict, attacks on energy infrastructure, and growing international pressure to reopen the strategic waterway. EU officials have warned that renewed threats against key civilian infrastructure could affect millions of people across the Middle East and beyond.

The situation remains tense as international actors continue to push for de-escalation and the restoration of stability in the region.

US Treasury Secretary Scott Besent has stated that military operations near the Strait of Hormuz will continue until Iran’s military positions in the area are completely destroyed. Speaking to NBC News, Besent said the campaign aims to weaken Iran’s defense bases near the strategic waterway and will persist until those targets are eliminated. He claimed that the ongoing operations have already significantly damaged Iran’s military capabilities.

Besent criticized media coverage of the conflict, arguing that the American public is not being shown an accurate picture of what the United States is doing. He also rejected comments from Democratic Senator Chris Murphy, who had accused the Trump administration of losing control of the war and becoming detached from reality. Besent dismissed those remarks as false, asserting that Iran’s capabilities have been destroyed.

The statement comes amid heightened regional tensions, with reports of drone incidents in Saudi Arabia, strengthened defenses in Kuwait, and attacks in Lebanon, while the European Union seeks a diplomatic solution to the Hormuz issue.

According to Al Jazeera, one in every five people in Lebanon has been forcibly displaced amid the ongoing conflict. The report states that Israeli forces have expanded evacuation orders for residents of southern Lebanon, extending from the Litani River to areas north of the Zahrani River. This zone covers about 1,470 square kilometers, roughly 14 percent of Lebanon’s total territory.

Maps show that numerous villages across southern Lebanon have been ordered to evacuate, with the highest levels of displacement occurring near the Litani River and border regions. The coastal city of Saida (Sidon), Nabatieh, and surrounding areas are witnessing heavy population movement as people head north in search of safety.

The large-scale displacement is intensifying the ongoing conflict and deepening the humanitarian crisis. It is also placing severe pressure on Lebanon’s infrastructure, economy, and social stability.

The Israeli military has reported that Iran launched a new round of missile attacks toward Israel. According to the army’s statement, Israel’s air defense systems are actively intercepting the missiles. The announcement was carried by Al Jazeera and comes amid heightened regional tensions.

The report notes that this latest strike follows several recent Iranian missile attacks, including one targeting the city of Dimona, which houses a protected nuclear facility. Another recent attack on the city of Arad caused significant damage and casualties. As a result, air raid sirens have been sounding across multiple areas in Israel.

The renewed hostilities underscore the intensifying conflict between Iran and Israel, adding further strain to the already volatile situation in the Middle East.

Israeli airstrikes have nearly destroyed the Qasmiyeh Bridge in southern Lebanon, a key infrastructure link connecting the coastal city of Tyre with the rest of the country, according to Al Jazeera. The attack has effectively cut off Tyre, leaving limited alternative routes across the Litani River, which are located far away and not suitable for quick or efficient travel.

Local sources said the destruction of the bridge underscores the growing intensity of the ongoing conflict. The strikes appear to target infrastructure more aggressively than in previous confrontations. During the 2024 clashes between Israel and Hezbollah, large-scale attacks on major infrastructure were not reported.

The latest escalation suggests a shift in Israel’s military approach, with increased focus on strategic targets that could further disrupt civilian and logistical connectivity in southern Lebanon.

An Iraqi armed group named Ashab al-Kahf has claimed responsibility for a drone attack targeting what it described as a 'Mossad office' in the northern Iraqi city of Erbil, according to Al Jazeera. The claim was made through a statement posted on Telegram, where the group said it carried out the strike on the facility.

The statement did not provide details about the extent of damage or any casualties resulting from the attack. Alongside the claim, the group also urged civilians to stay away from areas near U.S. military bases across Iraq, suggesting possible future risks or operations in those zones.

No independent confirmation of the attack or its impact was reported in the source, and official responses from Iraqi or Israeli authorities were not mentioned.

Iran’s military has claimed responsibility for a drone attack targeting facilities of Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI), the state-owned defense and space technology company. According to a statement cited by Iran’s official news agency, the attack struck IAI installations located near Ben Gurion International Airport. The same statement also claimed that a US surveillance aircraft stationed at Saudi Arabia’s Prince Sultan Air Base was targeted.

Iran did not provide details about the nature of the attack or the extent of any damage. Al Jazeera reported that it could not independently verify the claims, and there were no immediate responses from Israel or the United States regarding the incident.

The report comes amid heightened regional tensions, with recent incidents involving drone interceptions in Saudi Arabia and military clashes in Lebanon. However, the immediate impact or potential escalation following Iran’s latest claim remains unclear.

Saudi Arabia’s air defense system intercepted and destroyed a drone near its northern border, according to the country’s Ministry of Defense. The ministry said the air defense unit acted swiftly to neutralize the threat. Reports also indicated that multiple drones had been intercepted earlier in Saudi Arabia’s eastern region.

Meanwhile, Kuwait announced that it has taken preventive defense measures in response to missile and drone threats. The Kuwaiti army stated that explosions heard in the air were the result of its defense systems intercepting attacks. Authorities urged citizens to follow official instructions as security measures were reinforced.

The developments come amid heightened regional tensions in the Middle East, prompting Gulf countries to strengthen their defense readiness and air surveillance capabilities.

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stated that the country will not be influenced by pressure or threats from the United States and Israel regarding the Strait of Hormuz. In a post on social media platform X, he asserted that the strait is not closed and that any uncertainty in maritime traffic is not caused by Iran.

Araghchi added that ships are hesitant because insurance companies fear the war initiated by others, not Iran. He emphasized that no Iranian or insurance company will be affected by further threats. Earlier, Iran’s Foreign Ministry had issued a statement directly blaming the United States and Israel for escalating tensions and disruptions in the strategic waterway.

The remarks underline Tehran’s firm stance on maintaining control and resisting external pressure over the Strait of Hormuz, a vital route for global energy transport.

Israeli forces have reportedly carried out artillery attacks using white phosphorus shells in the southern Lebanese city of Naqoura, according to Lebanon’s National News Agency. The bombardment was accompanied by ground fighting between Israeli troops and Hezbollah fighters inside the city. Local sources described the situation as increasingly tense, with the alleged use of phosphorus munitions raising potential international concern due to strict restrictions on such weapons.

In addition to the Naqoura assault, Israeli forces launched a second strike on the strategic Qasmiya Bridge in southern Lebanon, Al Jazeera Arabic reported. The bridge is considered a key communication link in the region. Separately, Israeli aircraft also targeted the eastern Lebanese city of Majdal Salem.

No immediate details were available regarding casualties or damage from the attacks. Authorities indicated that further information would be provided as it becomes available.

At least four people were killed in Israeli airstrikes on the Gaza Strip, including a police officer, according to Palestinian health officials. The attacks, which reportedly violate an October ceasefire agreement, occurred in central and northern Gaza. In Nuseirat refugee camp, three members of the Hamas-controlled police force were killed when a police vehicle was targeted, and at least ten others were injured and treated at Al-Awda Hospital. Another strike in Sheikh Radwan, northern Gaza, killed a leader linked to a Fatah-affiliated armed group, with several others wounded.

Reports from Wafa and Reuters confirmed the incidents. The intensity of Israeli attacks had decreased after the outbreak of war between the United States, Israel, and Iran on February 28, but has recently increased again. Gaza health officials said dozens of Palestinians have been killed in Israeli strikes since that period.

The renewed escalation raises concerns about the fragility of the ceasefire and the ongoing humanitarian toll in Gaza.