Iran launched a large-scale attack on Sunday, firing 137 missiles and 209 drones toward the United Arab Emirates as part of what was described as its sixth wave of strikes across several Middle Eastern capitals and major cities. The UAE Ministry of Defense confirmed the attacks, reporting that Abu Dhabi International Airport was among the targets. Authorities said one person was killed and seven others were injured in the incident.

CNN correspondents based in Dubai reported hearing three loud explosions around 8:15 a.m. local time. After a drone or missile was intercepted over the Business Bay area, debris reportedly fell on Dubai’s main commercial port, Jebel Ali, sparking a fire. Local authorities confirmed that smoke was seen rising from the site following the incident.

The report did not include further details on the extent of the damage or any official responses beyond the UAE confirmation.

Finance and Planning Minister Amir Khosru Mahmud Chowdhury has been admitted to United Hospital in Dhaka after being diagnosed with pneumonia. His personal officer, Shahiduzzaman, confirmed the information to the media on Sunday afternoon, stating that the minister’s health condition is now improving.

Amir Khosru Mahmud Chowdhury was elected as a Member of Parliament from Chattogram-11 constituency as a BNP-nominated candidate in the 13th National Parliamentary Election. Following the election, he was appointed to the newly formed government as the Minister of Finance and Planning, a key position in the cabinet.

The report did not specify how long the minister is expected to remain hospitalized or when he might resume official duties.

Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Shafiqur Rahman has expressed deep sorrow over the reported death of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, allegedly killed in a joint attack by the United States and Israel. In a Facebook post on Sunday, he described Khamenei’s death as martyrdom and conveyed condolences to the people of Iran.

In his message, Rahman warned that the ongoing instability in the Middle East has already placed regional peace at severe risk. He cautioned that any further escalation of military conflict could have devastating consequences for the entire region. He also noted that attacks during the holy month of Ramadan would heighten global anger and anxiety, endangering world peace.

Calling for an immediate end to hostilities, Rahman urged the United States, Israel, Iran, and all involved parties to exercise restraint and pursue diplomatic solutions. He emphasized the importance of upholding international law, state sovereignty, and civilian protection, and appealed to the United Nations and world leaders to take effective action to preserve global peace.

Iran’s Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces, Lieutenant General Abdolrahim Mousavi, and Defense Minister Aziz Nasirzadeh were killed in a joint missile attack by the United States and Israel, according to Iran’s semi-official Tasnim News Agency. The strike occurred on Sunday morning local time, following earlier attacks on Saturday that targeted senior Iranian defense officials.

Reports from Iranian television stated that Mousavi and several senior commanders were killed during a defense council meeting. The list of casualties also included Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps commander Major General Mohammad Pakpour and Supreme Defense Council chairman Ali Shamkhani. The attacks reportedly destroyed multiple defense facilities.

Earlier, Iranian media confirmed the death of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in a separate strike on his palace, which was completely destroyed. His daughter, son-in-law, and grandson were also reported killed. The developments have drawn international reactions, with Russia and North Korea condemning the strikes as violations of international law and acts of aggression.

A total of 54 flights from Dhaka to various Middle Eastern destinations were canceled between Saturday and Sunday noon, according to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport Executive Director Group Captain S M Raqib Samad. The cancellations were prompted by temporary airspace closures and heightened security risks following U.S.-Israel attacks in Iran, leaving many passengers stranded and uncertain about their travel plans.

Airport officials said that several Middle Eastern countries, including Bahrain, Kuwait, the United Arab Emirates, and Qatar, had temporarily closed their airspace in response to the situation in Iran. As a result, flights from Dhaka to these destinations were suspended. However, Biman Bangladesh Airlines announced that two previously canceled flights to Madinah and Jeddah would now depart on Sunday afternoon and evening, respectively.

US-Bangla Airlines stated that its flights to Riyadh, Jeddah, and Muscat would operate as scheduled, while services to Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, and Doha remain suspended until conditions improve. The airline advised passengers to arrive at the airport four hours before departure.

At least nine people were killed and several others injured during violent protests near the United States Consulate in Karachi, Pakistan, following reports of the death of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Verified videos showed demonstrators breaking windows and setting parts of the area on fire. Police and paramilitary forces used batons and tear gas to disperse the crowd.

According to the Edhi Rescue Service, six of the deaths occurred during the police operation to control the situation. The unrest erupted shortly after news of Khamenei’s death spread, triggering anger among protesters near the consulate.

Authorities were working to restore order in the area as tensions remained high following the incident.

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has reviewed the situation of Bangladeshis stranded in Iran and other Middle Eastern countries amid the ongoing regional conflict. On Sunday morning at the Secretariat, he met with Foreign Minister Khalilur Rahman and his foreign affairs adviser Humayun Kabir, according to the Prime Minister’s Additional Press Secretary Atikur Rahman Rumman. The meeting discussed the impact of flight cancellations affecting Middle East routes and the Prime Minister issued necessary directives to ensure the safety of citizens abroad.

Rumman said the Prime Minister is closely monitoring the situation of passengers stranded at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport. The state minister for civil aviation has been stationed at the airport since morning, while the expatriates’ welfare minister is also actively engaged in the effort. Later in the day, the Prime Minister met with Disaster Management Minister Asadul Habib Dulu and directed the creation of a work plan for post-earthquake disaster management, including training 100,000 volunteers in Dhaka.

The Additional Press Secretary added that the Power and Energy Minister also met the Prime Minister later to discuss related matters.

Thousands of people in Indian-administered Kashmir staged demonstrations on Saturday to protest the killing of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. According to the report, Khamenei was killed in a joint attack by the United States and Israel. Protesters gathered in the heart of Srinagar carrying red, black, and yellow flags, chanting slogans against the United States and Israel during the peaceful rally.

One participant, identified as 40-year-old Syed Taufiq, told AFP that the crowd was mourning the death of their beloved leader and vowed to resist oppression. He said the protesters considered themselves followers of Khamenei and would not be defeated. Similar demonstrations were also reported in other parts of Kashmir and across India.

The protests reflect widespread anger and grief among sections of the population following Khamenei’s death, with participants expressing solidarity with Iran and opposition to U.S. and Israeli actions.

A joint attack by the United States and Israel on a primary girls’ school in Minab, a southern city in Iran, has left at least 148 people dead and 95 others injured. The assault took place on Saturday, and officials reported that the number of casualties has continued to rise since the incident. At the time of the attack, 170 students were present at the school.

Following the strike, U.S. President Donald Trump warned Iran against launching any retaliatory attacks. His statement came after Iran vowed severe revenge for the killing of its Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. In a post on his social media platform Truth Social, Trump said that it would be better for Iran not to retaliate, warning that any response would be met with unprecedented force.

The attack and subsequent statements have drawn international attention, with North Korea labeling the strike as an “illegal aggression,” and Russian President Vladimir Putin describing Khamenei’s killing as a grave violation of international law.

The United States and Israel began attacks in Iran on Saturday, resulting in the death of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. The US Central Command released video footage showing warplanes taking off from naval vessels and destroyers launching missiles toward Iranian military targets. The footage, shared on social media platform X, depicted intense strikes carried out by US forces.

Following the attacks, US President Donald Trump warned Iran against launching retaliatory strikes. In a post on his social media platform Truth Social, Trump stated that Iran should avoid counterattacks, warning of unprecedented force if it did. The Iranian leadership had earlier vowed to take strong revenge after Khamenei’s death.

International reactions followed, with Russian President Vladimir Putin calling Khamenei’s killing a severe violation of international law, while North Korea described the assault on Iran as an “illegal aggression.”

Authorities at Chattogram Shah Amanat International Airport have canceled a total of ten flights to and from the Middle East. The decision was announced on Sunday morning, March 1, 2026, in response to the ongoing war situation in the region. Airport public relations officer Engineer Mohammad Ibrahim Khalil confirmed that seven arrival and three departure flights were suspended.

The cancellations follow an earlier decision on Saturday to suspend six Middle East flights after the outbreak of war involving Iran, the United States, and Israel. The affected flights included services operated by Biman Bangladesh Airlines, US-Bangla Airlines, Air Arabia, and Salam Air, connecting Chattogram with Dubai, Sharjah, Doha, and Muscat. Departure times for these flights had been scheduled between the afternoon and evening.

Officials stated that the cancellations were made considering passenger safety and the uncertain security situation in the Middle East. No information was provided on when regular flight operations might resume.

A three-member interim council has been formed in Iran following the death of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was reportedly killed in a joint attack by the United States and Israel. According to Iranian state news agency IRNA, judiciary chief Gholam Hossein Mohseni-Ejei is one of the council’s members and delivered its first public message.

In his statement, Mohseni-Ejei said that the United States would never be able to undermine the determination of the great mujahideen raised within the Muslim nation through such attacks. Since the start of the US-Israel assault, Iran’s parliament, executive branch, and judiciary heads have not been seen in public and may have been among the targets of the strike.

Under Article 111 of Iran’s constitution, the president, the judiciary chief, and a jurist from the Guardian Council temporarily assume the duties of the Supreme Leader until a new one is chosen.

The Ministry of Expatriates’ Welfare and Overseas Employment of Bangladesh has opened a 24-hour hotline for Bangladeshi citizens living in the Middle East amid the ongoing war situation in the region. The announcement was made on Sunday, March 1, 2026. Expatriates facing any difficulties can contact the ministry’s call center at +880 96 10 10 20 30 for assistance. The ministry stated that the hotline will remain open day and night to provide all possible support to affected Bangladeshis.

The initiative aims to ensure that Bangladeshi nationals residing in conflict-affected areas can quickly reach government support services. The ministry emphasized its readiness to assist expatriates in any emergency related to the current instability in the Middle East.

The move reflects Bangladesh’s effort to maintain communication and safety measures for its citizens abroad during regional crises, particularly in areas experiencing armed conflict.

Prime Minister has directed the preparation of 100,000 volunteers in Dhaka to manage post-earthquake situations. Disaster Management and Relief Minister Asadul Habib Dulu shared this information with reporters on Sunday after a courtesy meeting with the Prime Minister. The initiative aims to strengthen the city’s readiness for potential seismic emergencies.

According to the minister, the Prime Minister also instructed that playgrounds and schools be identified as temporary shelters in case of emergencies. Additionally, Tarique Rahman called on the ministry to take initiatives to raise public awareness about earthquake safety. These steps are part of a broader effort to enhance disaster preparedness in the capital.

The Disaster Management and Relief Minister stated that a preliminary plan will be prepared and presented at another meeting with the Prime Minister on March 11, where further decisions are expected to be made regarding implementation.

Explosions were reported this morning in Dubai, Doha, and Tel Aviv, according to local sources. Residents in Doha said at least 11 blasts occurred, while several loud explosions were also heard in Dubai. The incidents follow recent Iranian attacks that injured eight more people in Qatar, raising the total number of wounded there to 16. Limited damage has been reported in several areas of the country.

Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) stated that it carried out strikes on Israel’s Tel Nof airbase, the Israeli army’s command headquarters in Tel Aviv’s Hakirya district, and a major defense industry complex in the same city. Air raid sirens were heard across Israel as authorities warned citizens of possible incoming attacks.

Reports from Tel Aviv confirmed multiple explosions as Israel deployed its advanced air defense systems in an effort to intercept the Iranian strikes.