Seven days on, seven questions about the US-Israeli war on Iran One week on from the first strikes, we look at why the war started, what the cost has been and what may come next The Guardian - UK · Mar 7
The Latest: Israel hammers Beirut and Tehran as Iran attacks more Israeli targets Iran has launched another wave of missiles and drones, and Gulf states say they intercept more incoming attacks as the war intensifies The Independent UK · Mar 7
Europe’s far right is lost in Trump’s war against Iran The US-Israeli attack that started the war in Iran has left European sovereigntist parties torn between between their usual support for Donald Trump and the fears of their voters at home. Euronews · Mar 7
Iranian attacks target Gulf States as US warns bombing will intensify Intense Iranian fire is targeting the Gulf Arab states as Israel and the United States kept up their airstrikes targeting the Islamic Republic The Independent UK · Mar 7
Macron condemns 'unacceptable attack' on UN peacekeepers in Lebanon French President Emmanuel Macron on Friday condemned an "unacceptable attack" on UN peacekeeping forces in southern Lebanon, after speaking with his Lebanese and Syrian counterparts. Radio France Internationale · Mar 7
The chaos of a failed state in Iran would be a perfectly acceptable outcome for Netanyahu The Israeli PM’s war on its nemesis is playing well domestically. But real safety for Israelis requires another leader altogether, says says Haaretz editor-in-chief Aluf Benn The Guardian - UK · Mar 7
TV Newsance 335 | How TV news went full tabahi mode on the Iran-Israel-US war This week began with a wave of devastating news as the escalating conflict involving Israel, the US, and Iran flooded social media with images of bloodshed. Most tragic was the report of a US airstrike on a girls' school in Iran that killed 165 students and staff. Predictably, the Western… Newslaundry · Mar 7
Explosions rock Tehran as US official warns 'biggest bombing' of war is coming There is no foreseeable end to the fighting and the Trump administration approved a new $151 million arms sale to Israel after Trump said he would not negotiate with Iran without its "unconditional surrender." Euronews · Mar 7
US detainees in Iran risk becoming collateral damage in war, families and supporters fear Families and supporters of Americans detained in Iran worry that their loved ones risk becoming collateral damage amid continued Israeli and American bombardment, or victims of retaliation from Iran’s repressive regime The Independent UK · Mar 7
Growing concern as oil and gas prices rapidly rise amid escalating Iran conflict Prices surged higher and showed no signs of halting as Iran conflict enters second week The Independent UK · Mar 7
Hafta Letters: Epstein files and Modi’s Israel visit, journalism’s role, and cuss words Pooja Newslaundry · Mar 7
Trump offers vague description of Iran surrender demand – as it happened This live blog has now closed. The Guardian - US · Mar 7
Plumes of smoke, planes ablaze: Iran's Mehrabad airport on fire as Israel launches airstrike - watch Israeli forces launched broad-scale strikes on targets in Tehran, including Mehrabad International Airport, with explosions reported across the city and surrounding areas. This escalation follows Iran's retaliatory missile and drone attacks against Israel and Gulf countries, intensifying the ongoing conflict in West Asia. The Times of India · Mar 7
Government 'doing more' to help bring Australians home Efforts to assist Australians to return from the Middle East conflict are being stepped up by the federal government, with buses to cities with open airspace. AAP · Mar 7
The Guardian - US · Mar 7 Trump news at a glance: president marks first week of Iran attacks with call for nation’s ‘unconditional surrender’ Friday saw US and Israel carry out some of the heaviest bombardments so far in the conflict
Axios · Mar 7 Under threat, Iraqi Kurds resist pressure to join Iran war "The Kurds must not be the tip of the spear in this conflict," an Iraqi Kurdish official told Axios.
The Times of India · Mar 6 Qatar partially reopens airspace amid Iran and US-Israel war: Allows limited flights as missile strikes continue across Gulf Qatar has partially reopened its airspace after days of disruption due to regional military tensions. While some evacuation and cargo flights are resuming under strict monitoring, commercial services remain heavily restricted. This move offers a glimmer of hope for stranded travellers and airlines navigating ongoing security concerns across the Middle…
International Business Times · Mar 6 US-Israeli 'Operation Roaring Lion' Enters Day Eight as Trump Demands Iran's Unconditional Surrender The Middle East has entered its most perilous week in modern history as the joint US-Israeli military campaign against Iran, codenamed "Operation Roaring Lion" by Jerusalem and "Operation Epic Fury" by Washington, entered its eighth day on Saturday, March 7, 2026.
The Times of India · Mar 6 Dubai’s luxury market breaks records: UAE emirate's third most expensive apartment sale logs whopping Dh422 million despite US-Israel war on Iran Dubai's luxury property market has achieved a significant milestone with a Dh422 million apartment sale. This record-breaking deal underscores the sector's strength despite ongoing regional geopolitical tensions amid Iran-US-Israel war. Global investors continue to view Dubai as a secure destination for wealth preservation. The emirate's appeal is fuelled by its…
International Business Times UK · Mar 6 Candace Owens Accuses Trump of Betraying Americans, Expecting Them to Die for Israel Candace Owens, known for her controversial views, criticizes Trump over his stance on the US-Israel-Iran war, causing a stir on social media.
The Times of India · Mar 6 PV Sindhu withdraws, ATP cancelled, Formula One and football friendlies under threat: US-Israel war on Iran hits Middle East sports travel Geopolitical tensions in the Middle East are significantly disrupting the global sporting calendar, leading to cancelled tournaments, stranded athletes and postponed events amid Iran-US-Israel war. Major aviation hubs in the Gulf are crucial for international sports travel and their disruption forces organisers to rethink logistics and prioritise athlete safety amidst…
Evening Standard · Mar 6 US and Israel airstrikes ‘fail to destroy’ Iran military command despite 50 Israeli jets hitting underground bunker in Tehran So far, at least 1,332 people across Iran have been killed since the war began, according to the latest figures from Iranian state media outlets
The Times of India · Mar 6 Indian-origin US Army soldier Shilpa Chaudhary sparks debate: ‘Why are Indians protesting for Iran’s leader?’ An Indian-born US Army soldier, Shilpa Chaudhary, sparked debate after questioning protests in India over the killing of Ali Khamenei during US–Israeli strikes. In a viral video, she urged restraint and warned demonstrations could harm India’s reputation, while netizens argued her remarks ignored civilian casualties and the public’s right to…
The Times of India · Mar 6 US State Department Advisory lists Egypt among safest Middle East destinations stable for tourism amid US-Israel war against Iran Egypt emerges as a relatively stable travel destination amidst Middle East tensions, with the U.S. Department of State issuing a Level 2 advisory. While caution is advised for specific regions like Northern Sinai, major tourist hubs like Cairo and Red Sea resorts maintain strong security, welcoming visitors to explore its…
International Business Times · Mar 6 Trump Says Iran War Will Only End With 'Unconditional Surrender' The remark came as the conflict between the United States, Israel, and Iran entered its second week, with airstrikes, missile launches, and regional tensions continuing to intensify across the Middle East.