The Federal Bureau of Investigation has warned police agencies in California about a potential drone attack allegedly linked to Iran. According to intelligence alerts, Iran may attempt a “surprise attack” using unmanned aerial vehicles launched from a vessel off the coast of the United States. The warning comes after joint military strikes by the US and Israel against Iran earlier in 2026. Officials say there is no confirmed timeline or target yet, but security agencies are monitoring the threat closely as concerns grow over the increasing use of drones in modern warfare. (PC: AFP)

A US Tomahawk missile strike that hit an elementary school in Iran’s Minab happened due to a targeting error, according to a report citing an ongoing military investigation. The February 28 strike destroyed the Shajarah Tayyebeh school building and reportedly killed more than 175 people, most of them children. US officials said the target coordinates were created using outdated data by the US Central Command. The information had been provided by the Defence Intelligence Agency. Investigators are examining why the data was not double-checked. Officials said the mistake was likely human. The school stands near a base of Iran’s Revolutionary Guards Navy, which had been the intended military target. (PC: NDTV)

US President Donald Trump said he is “not worried” about possible Iran-backed attacks on the United States, even as tensions rise in the ongoing war with Tehran. Iran warned that ports could become targets after the US said Iranian civilian ports used for military purposes would be considered legitimate targets. The conflict has entered its 12th day. Israel said it launched a new “wide-scale wave of strikes” across Iran and also hit Hezbollah targets in Beirut. Iran’s Revolutionary Guards said they launched new missile attacks under “Operation True Promise 4”. The group claimed the strikes targeted US and Israeli sites in the region. Iran has also said it will not seek a ceasefire and warned of a long conflict. (PC: HT)

Iran’s new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei was injured in the airstrike that killed his father, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, according to Iran’s ambassador to Cyprus. Ambassador Alireza Salarian said Mojtaba was present during the strike on February 28 at the presidential complex in Tehran. He said the cleric suffered injuries to his legs, hand and arm. “I have heard that he was injured in his legs and hand and arm… I think he is in the hospital because he is injured,” Salarian told The Guardian. The strike killed Ali Khamenei along with several family members. Officials said Mojtaba has not appeared in public since because he is not “comfortable… to give a speech.” (PC: NDTV)

A man fired at least one shot during a wedding in Jammu where former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Farooq Abdullah was present, police said. The accused, identified as Kamal Singh Jamwal, was quickly overpowered by people at the venue and later taken into police custody. Abdullah escaped unharmed. However, Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary suffered a minor splinter injury. Police said the motive is still under investigation. During questioning, Jamwal claimed he had been trying to kill Abdullah for the last 20 years and called it his “personal agenda”. CCTV footage shows the man pointing a gun at Abdullah at close range before security personnel intervened. (PC: India Today)

Thirty-two countries in the International Energy Agency have agreed to release 400 million barrels of oil to stabilise global markets during the Iran war. The decision comes as tensions rise in the Strait of Hormuz, a key route for global oil trade. Three cargo ships were reportedly attacked in the area, increasing fears of supply disruptions. Iran has warned it could target vessels in the strait, effectively restricting shipping. Oil prices have surged due to the conflict. The United States has also advised civilians to avoid ports near the strait. The move to release emergency oil reserves aims to reduce price pressure and support global energy supply. (PC: Reuters)

Young people in Tehran say daily life continues despite air strikes and fear during the Iran war. Residents told BBC Persian they spend most of their time indoors as bombings shake the city. Streets and metro stations are mostly empty, and many families have left for safer areas. Some residents said their sleep schedules now depend on the timing of attacks. With internet access heavily restricted, many people are secretly using Starlink to contact relatives abroad. Despite the danger, people say they are trying to keep hope alive. “Even under missiles, we carry on living,” one resident said, as Iranians prepare for Nowruz.

The International Energy Agency (IEA) has agreed to release 400 million barrels of oil from emergency reserves. The decision was taken by all 32 member countries. The move comes as the Iran war raises fears of global oil supply disruptions. The IEA said the oil will be released based on each country’s national situation. Strategic reserves are usually used during major supply crises or when oil prices rise sharply. The step aims to stabilise global energy markets and ensure steady supply. Officials said the release will help reduce pressure on oil prices and support countries facing shortages during the ongoing Middle East tensions.

US President Donald Trump said on Wednesday that the ongoing war with Iran could end soon. He claimed the conflict would stop “anytime I want.” Trump did not explain how the war would end or give a timeline. His remarks came during a public statement while speaking about tensions in the Middle East. The conflict between the United States and Iran has raised global concern in recent weeks. Many countries have called for calm and dialogue. Analysts say it is still unclear how or when the fighting will stop. Trump’s latest comments suggest he believes the situation could change quickly in the coming days. (PC: AFP)

Iran’s military has warned that banks and financial institutions linked to the United States and Israel in West Asia could become targets amid the escalating US-Iran conflict. The threat came after an airstrike reportedly hit an Iranian bank in Tehran, which Tehran blamed on the US and Israel. Iran’s Khatam al-Anbiya military command said the attack on its financial infrastructure forced it to consider retaliation against economic centers in the region. Authorities also warned civilians to stay at least 1 kilometre away from banks due to possible attacks. The development signals a widening of the conflict, with financial institutions now potentially becoming strategic targets. (PC: X)