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- 3 March 2026 5:07 PM IST
Israel-US vs Iran War Live Updates: Former Pakistani Envoy Urges Sharif Government to Exit Trump’s Gaza “Peace Board”
In the latest Israel-US vs Iran War Live Updates, former Pakistani ambassador Maleeha Lodhi has urged the government of Nawaz Sharif to withdraw from what she described as former US President Donald Trump’s proposed “Board of Peace” initiative related to Gaza. Her remarks come amid heightened tensions linked to the broader Israel-Gaza conflict and regional instability.
Writing on social media, Lodhi stated that Pakistan should not have joined the board in the first place. She argued that participation in the initiative risks aligning Islamabad with controversial policies connected to the ongoing Middle East crisis and the escalating US-Iran-Israel geopolitical tensions.
Lodhi further alleged that the Trump administration had been involved in military actions across multiple countries and played a role in backing Israel’s operations in Gaza. Her comments reflect growing debate within Pakistan over its diplomatic positioning during the expanding Israel-Iran war impact.
The statement adds another layer to the shifting political landscape in South Asia, as governments reassess their foreign policy amid intensifying regional war escalation. Analysts suggest that Islamabad’s future decisions regarding international alliances could influence its role in the evolving global Middle East security crisis.
- 3 March 2026 5:06 PM IST
Israel-US vs Iran War Live Updates: France Ready to Defend Allies Amid Expanding Iran Conflict
In a key diplomatic development under the ongoing Israel-US vs Iran War Live Updates, French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot заявил that France is prepared to defend its allied nations if they formally request assistance. He emphasized that France retains the right to intervene if necessary, as the Iran conflict escalation increasingly impacts countries across the region.
Barrot noted that several nations affected by the growing Middle East war escalation maintain defense agreements and strategic military partnerships with France. As regional instability deepens amid the broader US-Iran-Israel geopolitical crisis, Paris is closely monitoring developments and coordinating with its international allies.
The French foreign minister also highlighted that nearly 400,000 French citizens are currently present in countries impacted by the conflict. With rising regional security threats, the safety of French nationals has become a top priority for the government.
He confirmed that if the situation deteriorates further, France is prepared to organize evacuations through commercial and military flights. The announcement underscores Europe’s growing concern over the widening Israel-Iran war impact and signals that global powers are bracing for potential spillover from the escalating Middle East conflict.
- 3 March 2026 5:06 PM IST
Israel-US vs Iran War Live Updates: Netanyahu Says War With Iran Will Not Be Long or Endless
In the latest Israel-US vs Iran War Live Updates, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated that the ongoing war against Iran will not be “long or endless.” He emphasized that the current military campaign could ultimately pave the way for broader Middle East peace efforts, even as regional tensions remain at a critical level.
Netanyahu suggested that decisive action against Iran may reshape the regional balance and create new diplomatic openings. According to him, the objective of the ongoing Israel-Iran conflict is not prolonged warfare but ensuring long-term security and stability for Israel and its neighboring states.
Referring to past diplomatic breakthroughs, Netanyahu highlighted the Abraham Accords, under which Israel normalized relations with four Arab nations. He indicated that closer coordination with the United States during the current crisis could potentially expand future Arab-Israel normalization agreements.
The remarks come amid intensifying regional military escalation and growing concerns over a wider US-Iran-Israel geopolitical conflict. While fighting continues, Netanyahu’s comments signal that Israel is positioning its campaign within a broader strategy aimed at reshaping alliances and promoting what it describes as a new path toward regional peace and security.
- 3 March 2026 5:05 PM IST
Israel-US vs Iran War Live Updates: Chinese Refinery Cuts Operations as Middle East Conflict Disrupts Oil Supply
Amid intensifying Israel-US vs Iran War Live Updates, a major Chinese refinery, Zhejiang Petrochemical Corp, has reduced its operations due to tightening crude supply linked to the escalating Iran-Israel conflict. The company, backed by Saudi Aramco, is shutting down a 200,000 barrels-per-day crude unit, signaling the growing global impact of the Middle East war escalation.
According to company sources cited by Reuters, the maintenance overhaul has been advanced and will now begin in March, lasting approximately one month. The shutdown is expected to reduce the refinery’s total processing capacity by nearly 20 percent. The decision reflects mounting uncertainty in the global oil market amid rising geopolitical instability.
Crude oil supply has tightened significantly following heightened US-Israel strikes and Iran’s reported move to halt much of the shipping traffic through the Strait of Hormuz. The strategic waterway handles nearly 20 percent of the world’s oil supply, making it a critical artery for global energy trade. Any disruption in the Hormuz shipping route immediately impacts oil prices and supply chains worldwide.
As the world’s largest crude oil importer, China sources nearly half of its oil from the Middle East. Analysts warn that continued oil supply disruptions and rising crude prices could force other Asian refiners to scale back operations, deepening the broader global energy crisis triggered by the ongoing US-Iran-Israel conflict.
- 3 March 2026 5:04 PM IST
Israel-US vs Iran War Live Updates: Lebanese Army Withdraws From Positions Near Israel Border
In a significant development in the ongoing Israel-US vs Iran War Live Updates, the Lebanese Army has reportedly begun withdrawing from several positions near the Israel-Lebanon border. Local media sources confirmed that troops vacated multiple posts amid intensifying cross-border hostilities and rising Israel-Hezbollah tensions.
According to reports, at least seven military checkpoints close to the border have been abandoned. The move comes as the Israeli military expands its operations in southern Lebanon, targeting Hezbollah strongholds in response to ongoing rocket fire toward northern Israeli communities.
Security analysts suggest the withdrawal may be aimed at avoiding direct confrontation with advancing Israeli forces or preventing the Lebanese Army from being caught in the middle of the escalating Lebanon-Israel conflict. The development has fueled concerns of a broader ground offensive in southern Lebanon.
The situation along the border remains highly volatile, with fears that continued military maneuvers could deepen the Middle East war escalation. Global observers are closely monitoring the regional security crisis as tensions between Israel, Hezbollah, and allied actors threaten to widen the ongoing US-Iran-Israel geopolitical conflict.
- 3 March 2026 5:03 PM IST
Israel-US vs Iran War Live Updates: Israeli Government Authorizes Army to Seize Areas in Lebanon Amid Escalation
In a major escalation under the ongoing Israel-US vs Iran War Live Updates, Israel’s Defense Minister Israel Katz announced that the government has authorized the military to advance and seize areas inside Lebanon. The decision, taken in coordination with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, aims to halt cross-border rocket fire targeting Israeli border communities.
According to the defense minister, the Israeli military has been granted full authority to capture strategic positions in southern Lebanon in order to prevent direct attacks on Israeli civilians. The move comes amid intensifying Israel-Hezbollah clashes, with ongoing exchanges of fire raising fears of a wider Lebanon-Israel war.
Katz stated that the army is continuing strong operations against Hezbollah strongholds inside Lebanon, emphasizing that the group is “paying and will continue to pay the price” for attacks on Israel. The authorization to occupy areas is intended to create a security buffer and ensure protection of northern Israeli communities facing sustained rocket threats.
The announcement signals a potential shift toward a broader ground operation in Lebanon, increasing concerns about further Middle East war escalation. Analysts warn that any prolonged military presence inside Lebanon could intensify the regional security crisis and draw additional actors into the expanding US-Iran-Israel conflict.
- 3 March 2026 5:03 PM IST
Israel-US vs Iran War Live Updates: Hezbollah’s Al-Manar TV Resumes Broadcast After Israeli Strike in Beirut
In the latest development in the Israel-US vs Iran War Live Updates, Israeli airstrikes intensified in Beirut, Lebanon, with the Israeli military reportedly targeting the headquarters of Al-Manar TV, a local channel affiliated with Hezbollah. The strike marks a significant escalation in the ongoing Israel-Hezbollah conflict amid broader regional tensions.
According to regional sources, the building housing the Hezbollah-linked media outlet was hit during a series of coordinated air raids across Beirut. The attack comes as part of expanding Israeli military operations aimed at weakening Hezbollah’s operational and communication infrastructure during the intensifying Middle East war escalation.
Despite the strike, Al-Manar TV reportedly resumed broadcasting shortly after the attack. The quick restoration of transmission is being seen as a symbolic move by Hezbollah, signaling resilience amid ongoing cross-border hostilities. The development has further heightened concerns about a broader Lebanon-Israel war scenario.
Security analysts warn that continued strikes on media and strategic facilities in Beirut could deepen the regional security crisis, potentially drawing in more actors into the already volatile US-Iran-Israel geopolitical conflict. Global attention remains fixed on how the situation unfolds in the coming hours.
- 3 March 2026 5:03 PM IST
Israel-US vs Iran War Live Updates: Public Funeral Held for 165 Iranian Girls Killed in Minab School Attack
In a deeply emotional development amid the escalating Israel-US vs Iran War Live Updates, a public funeral was held in Minab city, Iran, for 165 Iranian schoolgirls who were killed in an alleged attack on a girls’ school. According to local sources, thousands of mourners gathered at a large ground to pay their final respects, turning the ceremony into a massive public outpouring of grief and anger.
During the funeral gathering, one grieving mother addressed the crowd from the stage and directly accused the United States of responsibility for the attack. The crowd responded with chants of "Death to America," "Death to Israel," and "No Surrender", reflecting the rising anti-US and anti-Israel sentiment amid the broader Middle East conflict. The slogans echoed across the venue as emotions ran high.
Iranian state media attributed the deadly incident to Israel, intensifying tensions in the ongoing Israel-Iran conflict. However, the Israeli military denied any knowledge of operations in the Minab area, stating that it had no information regarding such an attack. The conflicting narratives have further complicated the already volatile Gulf region security crisis.
The tragic incident comes at a time when the US-Iran tensions and the broader Middle East war escalation continue to dominate global headlines. International observers warn that such developments could deepen instability across the region, raising concerns about potential retaliation and further military escalation.
- 3 March 2026 1:19 PM IST
Israel-US vs Iran War Live Updates: Magnitude-4.3 Earthquake Strikes Gerash in Iran
A magnitude-4.3 earthquake has struck near the city of Gerash in southern Iran, the United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported, occurring at a depth of about 10 km beneath the surface.
The tremor was felt in the region as the broader Israel US Iran war and regional tensions continue to unfold, though there are no immediate reports of significant damage or casualties.
Gerash lies in a seismically active area of Iran’s Fars Province, where moderate earthquakes are not uncommon due to tectonic activity.
- 3 March 2026 1:18 PM IST
Israel-US vs Iran War Live Updates: Drone Attack Hits Fuel Tank at Oman’s Duqm Port, No Casualties Reported
A fuel storage tank at Oman’s Duqm commercial port has been struck in a reported drone attack, according to the country’s official news agency, as the Israel US Iran war continues to impact key Gulf infrastructure.
Authorities said there were no casualties and that the material damage was quickly contained. Emergency teams responded to prevent the fire from spreading within the strategically important port facility located in Al Wusta Governorate.
Duqm port has emerged as a critical hub in regional trade and energy logistics, making it a sensitive target amid the broader Gulf maritime escalation and rising Middle East security tensions.
This marks the latest reported incident affecting infrastructure in Oman since the start of the widening regional military confrontation.
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