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The Guardian - AU · Mar 2

UAE intercepts drone, debris injures civilians as it hits Etihad Towers in Abu Dhabi amid Iran–US–Israel conflict

Drone debris from intercepted threats struck Abu Dhabi's Etihad Towers, injuring a woman and child. This incident highlights the spillover of the Iran-US-Israel conflict into the UAE, with similar debris falling in Dubai. Authorities confirm successful interceptions but acknowledge collateral damage, urging reliance on official updates amid heightened regional tensions.

The Times of India · Mar 2

Hezbollah launches missiles at Israel from Lebanon, Israeli military says

This would expand the current conflict to another country in the region.

Axios · Mar 2

Ukraine war briefing: Starmer says Ukrainian experts will help shoot down Iranian drone attacks in Gulf

Ukrainians to help intercept drones targeting Gulf allies, UK PM says; Russian overnight missile attacks on Ukraine hit new high. What we know on day 1,468

The Guardian - AU · Mar 2

PM lets US use UK bases to strike Iran while officials plan major Gulf rescue

More than 200,000 British nationals, including military personnel, are thought to be at risk in the Gulf.

Evening Standard · Mar 2

Iranian Missiles 'Literally Raining Down on Israel' After Tehran Strike in Viral Video

Iran launches a massive missile attack on Israel in retaliation for the death of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, escalating regional tensions.

International Business Times UK · Mar 2

Trump on US Soldiers Dying in Iran: 'That's the Way It Is' — Warns of More Casualties

US President Donald Trump warns of more American casualties in the escalating Middle East conflict, while exploring diplomatic talks with Iran's interim government.

International Business Times UK · Mar 1

Watch: Chaos erupts at Tehran’s Gandhi Hospital after airstrike

Videos circulating on social media show scenes of panic and confusion outside Tehran’s Gandhi Hospital after it was hit during the latest wave of US–Israeli airstrikes on the Iranian capital.

The Times of India · Mar 1

UK to allow US to use British bases for defensive strikes against Iran

Keir Starmer says the UK has not been involved in the US-Israeli strikes, but warned that 200,000 British people are in countries being targeted by Iran

The Guardian - UK · Mar 1

CIA tracked Iranian leaders for months ahead of attacks that began with 3 strikes in 60 seconds

The barrage of U.S.-Israeli attacks on Iran came so quickly that they were nearly simultaneous — with three strikes in three locations hitting within a minute

The Independent UK · Mar 1