Qatar’s Ministry of Defense reported that two of the country’s energy-related facilities were hit by missile attacks on March 2, 2026. The ministry confirmed that no casualties or injuries occurred in the incidents. One missile struck a water storage tank at the Mesaieed Energy Plant, while another targeted an energy installation in Ras Laffan Industrial City operated by QatarEnergy.

According to the ministry’s statement, relevant authorities will assess all damages caused by the attacks and release detailed information later. Qatari officials stated that the situation is currently under control following the strikes.

The report attributed the missile attacks to Iran, though no further details about the launch or response were provided in the ministry’s statement.

The 207th foundation training course for newly appointed officers of the 27th BCS education cadre was inaugurated at the National Academy for Educational Management (NAEM). Education and Primary and Mass Education Minister Dr. A N M Ehsanul Haque Milan attended as the chief guest, while NAEM Director General Dr. Wasim Md. Mezbahul Haque presided over the event. The minister congratulated the officers for joining the teaching profession after a long wait and overcoming various obstacles.

He described the delay in their appointment as an undesirable chapter in the country’s administrative history and expressed hope that such delays and injustices would not recur in the future. The minister emphasized that teachers are the nation’s builders and urged them to perform their duties with dedication, honesty, and professionalism.

Dr. Milan assured that necessary measures would be taken to ensure quick promotions once the officers’ jobs become permanent. He reaffirmed his commitment to making the education sector more dynamic and expansive, calling for teachers’ active participation in building a new Bangladesh.

A ship anchored at a port in Bahrain was struck by two unidentified projectiles, causing a fire on board, according to the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO). The incident occurred as Iran continued to respond to joint strikes carried out by the United States and Israel on Saturday. UKMTO reported that the fire was quickly brought under control and that all crew members safely evacuated without injuries.

The attack took place amid heightened regional tensions following Iran’s retaliatory actions targeting US installations in neighboring Gulf countries. UKMTO stated that the vessel remains docked at the port, and no further damage or casualties were reported.

The source of the projectiles and the exact cause of the incident remain unknown, and no group has claimed responsibility so far.

At least 20 Iranian volleyball players were killed and more than a hundred others injured in a rocket attack on a sports hall in Lamerd city, located in Iran’s southern Fars province. Iranian media reported that the attack occurred while a volleyball practice session was underway, causing part of the building to collapse due to the explosion’s intensity.

According to initial reports, four rockets struck different areas of Fars province, one of which hit the Lamerd sports hall. Local sources said the targets included a sports facility and two residential buildings. Rescue operations have been intensified in the area, with fears that more people may still be trapped under the debris.

Authorities have transferred the injured to nearby hospitals, and emergency teams continue to search the rubble for survivors. The situation remains critical as the full extent of the casualties is still being assessed.

Australia has confirmed it will not participate in the joint military operation by the United States and Israel against Iran. Foreign Minister Penny Wong stated in an interview with Australia’s Nine Network that the country has no plans to join the attack now or in the future. The statement was reported by Al Jazeera on Monday.

Relations between Australia and Iran have been tense in recent years. In 2025, Canberra expelled the Iranian ambassador following allegations that Iran’s Revolutionary Guard was linked to antisemitic arson attacks in Sydney and Melbourne, a claim Tehran has denied. Despite Australia’s history of joining US-led operations such as the Iraq war, the government has decided to distance itself from the current Iran conflict.

This decision underscores a shift in Australia’s approach to Middle East conflicts, signaling a more cautious stance in aligning with US military actions.

Iran has confirmed that its Natanz nuclear facility was damaged following a joint military strike by the United States and Israel. The attack took place on Saturday, and Iran has since been issuing retaliatory responses. Reza Najafi, Iran’s ambassador to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), confirmed the damage during a briefing with journalists at the IAEA Board of Governors meeting on Sunday.

Najafi stated that the targeted facilities were under international supervision and used for peaceful purposes. When asked by Reuters which site was hit, he identified Natanz as the location. Iran emphasized that the facility operated within the framework of international monitoring. However, details about the extent of the damage were not immediately available.

The incident adds to rising regional tensions, with Iran asserting its right to respond to what it calls military aggression against its internationally monitored nuclear infrastructure.

A Dhaka court has ordered the seizure of income tax records belonging to former Chattogram-4 Member of Parliament Didarul Alam and his wife, Mosammat Ismat Ara Begum. The order was issued on Monday, March 2, 2026, by Metropolitan Senior Special Judge Md Sabbir Foyez. Court bench assistant Md Riaz Hossain confirmed the decision. The Anti-Corruption Commission’s Deputy Assistant Director Md Rokonuzzaman filed two separate petitions seeking the seizure.

According to the petitions, Didarul Alam faces allegations of amassing illegal wealth worth Tk 13.98 crore and conducting suspicious transactions totaling about Tk 948.88 crore through 20 bank accounts. His wife, Ismat Ara Begum, is accused in a separate case of possessing unexplained assets worth Tk 1.47 crore. The ACC stated that seizing their tax returns and related documents up to the 2024–25 fiscal year is necessary for investigation.

After the hearing, the court granted the petitions and ordered the seizure of the tax records for further inquiry.

Bangladesh’s Commerce Minister Khandaker Abdul Muktadir met with British High Commissioner Sarah Cook in Dhaka on Monday to discuss strengthening bilateral trade relations and exploring new investment opportunities. The meeting took place at the minister’s office in the Secretariat. Both sides emphasized enhancing cooperation for sustainable economic growth and mutual benefit.

During the discussion, the commerce minister highlighted the need for British investment to modernize Sylhet’s tea industry and increase production, noting the sector’s potential for job creation and tourism development. He also urged UK investors to consider investing in fertilizer factories that face gas shortages and in Bangladesh’s growing information and communication technology sector.

High Commissioner Sarah Cook reaffirmed the UK’s commitment to advancing the long-standing trade partnership and expressed interest in supporting capacity building for officials in the ministry’s trade negotiation pool. She also indicated British investors’ interest in sectors such as tea, seafood, leather processing, export diversification, and light engineering.

At least 600 people have been killed across several countries following US and Israeli attacks on Iran, according to reports published on March 2, 2026. Iran’s Red Crescent Society stated that 555 of the deaths occurred within Iran. In Tehran’s Niloufar Square, an Israeli strike killed at least 20 people and damaged Gandhi Hospital and a police building. In the southern city of Minab, a joint US-Israel attack on a girls’ primary school killed about 180 people. Additional casualties were reported in Israel, Syria, Iraq, Lebanon, Kuwait, and the United Arab Emirates.

Iranian media reported that Hassan Khomeini, grandson of Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini and a potential future Supreme Leader, urged citizens to remain in the streets and mosques, emphasizing that the nation’s strength lies in public presence. The report also mentioned Iran’s appointment of a new defense minister, the downing of two drones near a British base in Cyprus, restrictions on Hezbollah’s military operations in Lebanon, and Iran’s claim of a missile strike on the Israeli prime minister’s office.

The situation indicates escalating regional conflict and heightened tensions involving Iran, the US, Israel, and neighboring states.

The women’s wing of Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami has expressed deep sorrow over the reported martyrdom of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. In a Facebook post on Monday, the wing’s secretary, Nurunnisa Siddika, conveyed condolences, describing Khamenei as a symbol of steadfast faith, dignity, and resistance. She said his death had cast a shadow of grief over the Muslim world and prayed for his acceptance as a martyr.

The statement emphasized Khamenei’s lifelong message of standing firm against oppression and injustice, invoking the spirit of Karbala as a reminder of resistance. Siddika condemned the killing of Khamenei and others, calling it a heinous act in global political history. She also expressed solidarity with the Iranian people and prayed for the forgiveness of all those killed.

The post concluded with a message of hope that sacrifice and truth would ultimately prevail, asserting that the struggle for justice and dignity would continue across the Muslim world.

Inter Miami overturned a two-goal deficit to defeat Orlando City 4-2 in their second match of the new MLS season. After trailing 2-0 within the first 24 minutes, Lionel Messi led a stunning turnaround with two goals and an assist. The match, played on March 2, 2026, saw Miami recover from a poor start to the season following their opening loss to Los Angeles FC.

Coach Javier Mascherano’s tactical change proved decisive when he replaced defender Noah Allen with attacker Mateo Silvetti, who scored Miami’s first goal in the 49th minute. Messi equalized with a precise left-footed strike in the 57th minute, then assisted Talisco Segovia’s goal in the 85th minute before sealing the victory with a free-kick in stoppage time. The win marked Messi’s 70th career free-kick goal and brought his total career tally to 898.

Mascherano praised his team’s mental resilience, noting that Orlando is always a tough opponent. Inter Miami will next face DC United at Audi Field in Washington on Saturday, aiming to build on this momentum early in the season.

At least one Chinese national was killed in an attack in Tehran, the capital of Iran, according to China’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning confirmed the death and stated that Beijing has called for a ceasefire and diplomatic dialogue to resolve the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.

Mao Ning emphasized that the most urgent task is to stop military operations and prevent the spread of the conflict. She added that the crisis can only be resolved through dialogue and negotiation. The statement reflects China’s position on de-escalating tensions in the region amid continuing violence.

The incident underscores Beijing’s concern over the safety of its citizens abroad and its broader call for restraint and peace efforts across the Middle East.

U.S. President Donald Trump stated that he killed Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei before Khamenei could attack him, according to a report by ABC News journalist Jonathan Karl. Trump made the remarks enthusiastically during a phone conversation with the journalist on Sunday evening. Khamenei was reportedly killed on Saturday morning in a joint U.S. and Israeli strike in Tehran.

Jonathan Karl wrote on X that Trump told him Khamenei had tried twice to kill him, but Trump acted first. The conversation was part of ABC News’ coverage following the Iranian leader’s death. The report highlighted Trump’s claim that he preempted Khamenei’s alleged attempts.

The incident follows escalating tensions between the United States and Iran. Other reports mentioned that Iranian leaders remained defiant after Khamenei’s death, while NATO’s secretary-general said the alliance would not get involved in the conflict, and Spain refused to allow its bases to be used for attacks on Iran.

Israeli Defense Minister Israel Kartz announced on Monday that Hezbollah Secretary General Naim Qassem has become a clear target for assassination. Kartz stated that he and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu have instructed the Israeli military to take tough measures against Hezbollah.

The statement marks an escalation in Israel’s stance toward Hezbollah, the Lebanon-based militant group. The announcement follows ongoing regional tensions involving Israel, Lebanon, and Iran, as well as recent incidents such as the downing of drones near British bases in Cyprus and restrictions on Hezbollah’s military operations in Lebanon.

The declaration signals a potential intensification of Israeli military actions against Hezbollah, though no further operational details were disclosed in the report.

The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has stated that it does not foresee any problems with the upcoming three-match One Day International (ODI) series against Pakistan, despite ongoing disruptions to air travel caused by the war situation in the Middle East. Flights using Middle Eastern airspace have been suspended, leaving several teams stranded, including Pakistan in Sri Lanka and Zimbabwe in India. The Pakistan team is scheduled to arrive in Dhaka on March 9, with the series set to begin on March 11 at the Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium in Mirpur.

BCB’s Chairman of Cricket Operations, Nazmul Abedin Fahim, told Amader Desh that the board remains positive about the series taking place as planned. He mentioned that there are several alternative routes available and expressed confidence that the Pakistan team will arrive on schedule. However, he also noted that there has been no final discussion yet with the Pakistan Cricket Board regarding travel arrangements.

The uncertainty over flight routes remains, but BCB maintains that the series schedule currently stands unchanged.