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Israel Launches New Strikes on Iran and Lebanon
Israel conducted fresh airstrikes on Tehran and sent troops into Lebanon, shooting down an Iranian fighter jet amid Day 5 of the conflict. President Trump defends US involvement, linking it to strategies against China.
Iran's nuclear capabilities are under scrutiny as bombings continue.
US and Israel Bomb Iran's Strategic Sites
On February 28, US and Israel targeted Iran's nuclear facilities, killing Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and thousands. Retaliation hit UAE, Qatar, and Jordan, causing unrest.
Trump sees it as chance for Iranians to reclaim power.
Iran Retaliates with Strikes on US Bases and Embassies
Iran escalated by hitting US bases, embassies in nine countries including Saudi Arabia and Dubai, plus oil infrastructure. US closed embassies in Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, Lebanon.
Violence expands regionally by the hour.
US Sinks Iranian Warship Off Sri Lanka
An American submarine destroyed an Iranian vessel off Sri Lanka, totaling 17 ships sunk in Operation Epic Fury. Conflict spreads beyond Middle East.
Israel continues strikes in Lebanon.
Iran Intensifies Missile Barrages on Israel
Iran launched intensified missile strikes on Israel, testing defenses like Iron Dome. Escalation part of broader Middle East war.
IDF responds amid global security alerts.
Pakistan Declares Open War on Afghanistan
Pakistan declared war after accusing Taliban of supporting militants like Tehreek-i-Taliban Pakistan. Air strikes preceded declaration; no trade since October 2025.
Ground operations ongoing into early March.
Trump Renews Push for Greenland Control
President Trump reasserted US intent to take Greenland from Denmark, post-2025 Nobel snub. Shift from 'purely peace' thinking.
International tensions rise over territory.
Ukraine Hits Russian Fleet Amid Iran Focus
Ukraine destroyed Russian LNG carrier off Malta and Black Sea vessels. Maritime attacks respond to Russia's aggression.
Occurs as global attention on Middle East.
Europe Rejects US Base Access in Iran War
Trump criticized Spain and UK for denying US military base use; threatens Spain trade cut worth $47B. Iran drones hit British and French bases.
Macron calls war illegal but deploys warship.
Poland Evacuates Citizens from Middle East
Poland sends aircraft for citizen evacuation from conflict zones. PM Tus prioritizes sick and needy.
Regional allies like Hungary block Ukraine aid.
Slovakia Cuts Electricity to Ukraine
Slovak PM Fico terminates power supplies over Druzhba pipeline dispute. Refuses Ukraine's emergency requests.
Follows month-long Russian oil halt.
IMF Warns of Global Economic Darkening
IMF cautions prolonged Iran war could harm world economy. Impacts trade, energy amid intertwined markets.
Affects US, Europe, China.