Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has called on U.S. President Donald Trump to address domestic unrest instead of continuing the war against Iran alongside Israel. In a post on social media platform X on Sunday evening, Pezeshkian referred to the recent 'No Kings' protests held across the United States, saying they reflect growing anger over Trump’s pro-Israel policies.

Pezeshkian described the demonstrations as a sign of deep dissatisfaction within American society and urged U.S. artificial intelligence experts to inform Trump about the public’s frustration. He said many Americans are tired of what he called the 'Israeli kings' dominating U.S. democracy and are increasingly opposed to policies that prioritize Israel.

The remarks come as the U.S. and Israel have been engaged in a month-long conflict with Iran, which began on February 28 with joint attacks that killed Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and several senior officials. Despite mediation efforts by Pakistan, Turkey, Egypt, and Saudi Arabia, Iran has expressed distrust toward the United States regarding peace talks.

Iraq reported that a rocket attack on a Baghdad air base destroyed one of its Air Force’s Antonov AN-132 military transport aircraft. The incident occurred at the Martyr Muhammad Ala Air Base, part of Baghdad Airport, around 1:55 a.m. local time. The Iraqi Defense Ministry condemned the strike as a “criminal and cowardly act” aimed at undermining the country’s military institutions and defense capabilities. No casualties were reported.

According to the ministry, the rocket was launched from the outskirts of Baghdad using a 122-millimeter projectile. Security agencies have begun investigating the damage and tracing the source of the attack. BBC Persian’s Middle East correspondent Nafisa Kohanavard noted that this was the first time any part of the Iraqi Air Force at Baghdad Airport had been targeted. It remains unclear whether the strike was deliberate or accidental.

Earlier, media outlets linked to Iran-backed groups had reported rocket attacks on the nearby Nasr Base, also known as Victoria, which has frequently been targeted since the start of the ongoing conflict.

Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Defense announced that at least five missiles were detected and intercepted in the country’s eastern region. The ministry did not disclose details about the type of missiles or their origin. The interception reportedly took place shortly after an Iranian attack on Prince Sultan Air Base on Friday.

According to verified images cited in the report, the Iranian strike destroyed a U.S. command and control aircraft stationed at the base. The Saudi statement came amid heightened regional tensions following the attack. No further information was provided about potential damage or casualties from the intercepted missiles.

The report also referenced related developments, including remarks by Iran’s president directed at former U.S. President Donald Trump and reports of other regional military incidents, underscoring a volatile security environment in the Middle East.

The Israeli military announced that it carried out airstrikes on several Iranian weapons manufacturing facilities on Sunday night. According to the Israel Defense Forces (IDF), more than 80 bombs were dropped on the targeted sites. The attacks reportedly included a long-range anti-aircraft missile factory, a facility producing components for tank and anti-aircraft missiles, and a complex involved in ballistic missile engine production, research, and development.

The IDF stated that it has intensified its operations against Iran’s weapons production industries. Over the past two days, approximately 40 factories have been attacked as part of this campaign. The report, sourced from the Times of Israel, did not provide details on casualties or damage assessments.

The escalation underscores Israel’s continued focus on disrupting Iran’s defense manufacturing capabilities, though the immediate impact of the strikes remains unclear.

Middle East researcher Mohammad Elmasry has said that Israel is preparing for long-term wars across several countries despite becoming increasingly isolated in the region. In an interview with Al Jazeera, the Doha Institute for Graduate Studies professor noted that Israel’s latest national budget stands at 271 billion dollars, the highest in its history, reflecting an intention to sustain multiple military campaigns.

Elmasry explained that the United States historically provides Israel with 3.8 billion dollars in annual military aid, which increases during wartime. However, he observed that political dynamics in the U.S. are shifting, with more Americans criticizing both Israel and Washington’s support for it. He suggested that Israel’s new budget signals it does not see itself near the end of any conflict but rather in the middle or early stages.

According to Elmasry, Israel appears to be preparing for a series of prolonged or sequential wars aimed at realizing its vision of a “Greater Israel,” potentially involving Syria, Lebanon, Palestinian territories, and Iran.

An Iranian attack destroyed a US Air Force E-3 Sentry radar aircraft at Prince Sultan Air Base in Saudi Arabia, raising concerns about Washington’s ability to monitor threats from Iran. Analysts said the loss could weaken the United States’ long-range detection and control capabilities in the Middle East. CNN’s analysis of satellite images showed the aircraft’s tail broken and its distinctive radar dome collapsed on the ground.

Former US Colonel Cedric Leighton described the incident as a major blow to American surveillance operations, warning that it could complicate the control of combat aircraft and their defense against enemy missiles. The E-3 Sentry, part of the Airborne Warning and Control System (AWACS), has long been a key component of US military intelligence, capable of monitoring up to 120,000 square miles of airspace. The US operates 17 such aircraft.

CNN confirmed the strike location through satellite imagery and reported that at least ten US service members were injured, though no fatalities occurred.

Nobel Peace Prize laureate and former Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus has returned to Dhaka after a six-day visit to Japan. During the trip, he attended the ‘Harmony by Design: Asia Dialogue’ organized by the Sasakawa Peace Foundation in Tokyo, where he exchanged views with regional leaders including former Thai Prime Minister Chuan Leekpai. He also presented a keynote at the ‘Next Generation Asia Peacebuilding’ forum, urging youth to link economic opportunities with peace through social business.

Professor Yunus met with former First Lady Akie Abe and senior foundation members, and held discussions with Japanese investors on expanding zero-cost migration opportunities for Bangladeshi workers. He joined a roundtable on ethical migration under the GEMS-Net initiative and participated in a social business discussion at the United Nations University. At the Yunus Global Forum 2026, he spoke on building a “Three Zero World” — zero poverty, zero unemployment, and zero net carbon emissions.

He also visited Sakai city in Ibaraki Prefecture, where he discussed the “Three Zero Smart City” concept and met local officials and students. Japan’s Finance Minister Satsuki Katayama hosted a dinner expressing interest in stronger bilateral cooperation.

Iran has claimed responsibility for drone attacks targeting US military radar stations located in the United Arab Emirates. According to a statement from the Iranian army, the strikes were carried out from last night until this morning local time. The radar stations reportedly serve to detect and intercept missiles and military drones. Iran also stated that its drones struck various other US military positions within the UAE.

Earlier on Friday, Iran had also claimed responsibility for an attack on a US military installation in Saudi Arabia, asserting that a US aircraft was destroyed at the Prince Sultan base. These developments come amid heightened tensions across the Middle East, with multiple incidents involving US and Iranian-linked forces reported in recent days.

The series of attacks underscores growing regional instability and signals potential escalation between Iran and US forces stationed in Gulf countries, though independent verification of the claims was not mentioned in the report.

Iraq’s Ministry of Defense reported that rockets struck the Mohammed Alaa Air Base, located near Baghdad International Airport, on Monday morning. The attack destroyed one aircraft but caused no casualties. Authorities are assessing the extent of the damage and investigating the source of the rockets.

Earlier, an Al Jazeera correspondent in Baghdad reported hearing loud explosions, which were later identified as rocket fire targeting the U.S. ‘Victory Base’ about 20 kilometers west of the capital. The air defense system failed to intercept the rockets, which hit an Iraqi special forces A32B transport aircraft, setting it ablaze.

The incident adds to ongoing security concerns in Iraq, where military facilities near Baghdad continue to face periodic rocket and drone attacks, prompting renewed scrutiny of regional defense readiness.

Spain has prohibited U.S. military aircraft involved in attacks on Iran from using its airspace, Defense Minister Margarita Robles announced in Madrid. The restriction follows an earlier ban on the use of jointly operated military bases, extending Spain’s stance against participation in Iran-related military operations. Robles clarified that Spain will not allow either its bases or airspace to be used for any war activities linked to Iran.

Finance Minister Carlos Cuerpo said the move reflects Spain’s policy of not supporting any war initiated unilaterally or in violation of international law. The decision means U.S. military aircraft will need to find alternative routes, though emergency flights are exempt from the restriction.

Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has previously criticized the U.S.-Israel coalition’s military campaign against Iran, while former U.S. President Donald Trump threatened commercial retaliation in response to Spain’s position.

Iran has officially confirmed the death of its naval commander Alireza Tangsiri, four days after Israel claimed responsibility for his killing. The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) issued a statement through the Tasnim news agency acknowledging that Tangsiri died from the severity of an attack while organizing his forces and strengthening coastal defenses.

The IRGC statement added that despite Tangsiri’s absence, its naval units continue to deliver strong blows and maintain full control over the Strait of Hormuz. The force vowed not to rest until its enemies are completely destroyed. Tangsiri had been overseeing vessel movements through the strategic waterway and had previously declared that ships linked to aggressors against Iran had no right to pass through it.

Known for his outspoken stance against the United States and Israel, Tangsiri was among senior IRGC commanders sanctioned by Washington in 2019 after Iran shot down a U.S. surveillance drone near the strait.

An Iranian missile attack has caused a fire at an oil refinery in the Israeli port city of Haifa, according to Israeli media reports. The incident occurred as Iran’s confrontation with the United States and Israel entered its second month. The refinery, identified as the Bazan facility in northern Israel, caught fire following the strike.

Reports also noted that the same location had been targeted earlier on March 19. The renewed attack underscores the continuing cycle of strikes and counterstrikes between Iran and Israel, which have intensified in recent weeks. The reports did not mention any casualties or the extent of the damage caused by the fire.

The ongoing hostilities reflect a deepening regional conflict, with both sides engaging in repeated military actions. Further developments are expected as the situation remains volatile and unresolved.

Six Israeli soldiers were injured in southern Lebanon following Hezbollah attacks and an operational accident, according to the Israeli military. The incidents occurred in three separate events, leaving three soldiers in serious condition. Two soldiers were wounded by anti-tank fire, three by a drone strike, and one in an operational mishap.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has ordered an expansion of military operations in southern Lebanon. In a video statement from the Northern Command, he said the decision was made in response to Hezbollah’s continued rocket attacks and the growing security risks along the border.

The developments mark an escalation in cross-border hostilities between Israel and Hezbollah, with both sides citing security concerns as justification for their actions.

Hundreds of Israeli passengers were stranded at King Hussein International Airport in Aqaba, Jordan, after Jordanian authorities suspended flights operated by Israel’s Arkia Airlines on Sunday. Israeli Channel 12 reported that the suspension left many travelers unable to depart. Jordan has not issued any official comment on the matter.

The disruption follows escalating regional tensions after Iran launched missile and drone attacks on Tel Aviv in retaliation for U.S. and Israeli strikes that began on February 28. In response, Israel closed its Ben Gurion Airport. Arkia, Israel’s second-largest airline, had announced plans last week to shift most of its operations to airports in Jordan and Egypt.

However, according to the Israeli newspaper Yedioth Ahronoth, Jordanian authorities have blocked Arkia’s relocation plan. Israeli aviation officials said the airline may have to cancel all flights operating through Jordan. Arkia stated that part of its operations would be moved to Egypt’s Taba Airport, depending on operational capacity and necessary permissions.

U.S. President Donald Trump is reportedly considering a ground operation in Iran to seize around 1,000 pounds (454 kilograms) of uranium, according to unnamed American officials cited by The Wall Street Journal. The report says such an operation could require U.S. forces to remain inside Iran for several days or longer. Trump has not yet made a final decision and is weighing the risks to American troops.

Officials quoted in the report said the president views the plan positively, as it could support his goal of preventing Iran from developing nuclear weapons. White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt stated that Pentagon preparations do not indicate a presidential decision. The Pentagon declined to comment, and a spokesperson for U.S. Central Command also refused to respond.

Speaking to reporters on Sunday night, Trump warned that Iran must comply with U.S. demands on nuclear weapons or risk ceasing to exist as a country. He added that Iran would have to hand over all its uranium to the United States.