The Pentagon has warned that key US missile stocks could run low if the Iran conflict continues for 10 more days, according to a report by Al Jazeera. Officials reportedly told President Donald Trump that a longer war may strain interceptor and precision weapon supplies. Analysts said systems such as THAAD and other interceptors could be hit hardest. Reports say the US has already used a large share of such missiles in past clashes. However, Trump said on social media that US munitions stockpiles have “never been higher” and claimed wars could be fought “forever” with current supplies. The conflict has already raised concerns about rising costs. (PC: X)

Oil and gas prices rose sharply as global stock markets fell on fears the Middle East conflict could grow. UK gas prices hit a three-year high before easing. Brent crude moved above $85 a barrel and is about 17% higher than last week. Major share indexes in London, Germany and France closed lower. US markets also fell in early trade. Investors are worried about energy supplies and shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. “As long as this war continues… it can be an issue for the price of oil,” said Philip Palumbo. Higher energy costs could raise inflation and delay interest rate cuts. (PC: BBC)

The UN nuclear watchdog said it has found no proof that Iran is running a weapons programme, despite US and Israeli claims. IAEA chief Rafael Grossi said inspectors saw no evidence of “a systematic and structured program to manufacture nuclear weapons.” He confirmed Iran has enriched uranium to 60 per cent purity. He said this level is high but added, “Do they have them? No.” US envoy Steve Witkoff said Iranian officials told US negotiators they had 460 kilograms of 60 per cent enriched uranium. He claimed it could make “11 nuclear bombs.” Iran has denied seeking nuclear weapons. (PC: India Today)

Flights began to resume in parts of West Asia on Day 4 of the conflict, but major hubs remain affected. Jordan reopened its airspace after a brief closure. Dubai and Abu Dhabi airports are operating at limited capacity. Emirates and Etihad said they will run limited services until at least March 4. Passengers were told not to go to airports unless informed. Air India is using larger aircraft on Dubai and Jeddah routes. IndiGo will operate 10 relief flights from Jeddah. Qatar, Bahrain and Kuwait remain closed due to missile and drone threats. Israel’s Ben Gurion Airport plans a gradual reopening. (PC: HT)

US President Donald Trump said “everything’s been knocked out in Iran” as he criticised the UK and Prime Minister Keir Starmer. Speaking at the White House, Trump said he was “not happy” with Britain’s early response to US and Israeli strikes on Iran. “This is not Winston Churchill we’re dealing with,” he said, referring to Starmer. His remarks came as tensions rose in the region. The US warned of an “imminent” Iranian attack in Dhahran, Saudi Arabia. Israel said it carried out new strikes on Iran’s leadership sites in Tehran. The UK said it would send helicopters and the destroyer HMS Dragon to Cyprus after attacks on a British base. (PC: BBC)

Loud explosions were heard in Dubai and Doha as Iran continued missile and drone attacks across the region. Journalists in Doha said blasts echoed across the city. Two residents told AFP they also heard explosions in Abu Dhabi. The strikes followed US and Israeli attacks on Iran earlier this week. Iran has since targeted sites in Gulf countries and Israel where US forces are present. President Donald Trump said it was “too late” for Iran to seek talks. Iran denied asking for negotiations. Airspace closures disrupted travel. Aviation firm Cirium said 12,903 flights were cancelled between Saturday and Monday. (PC: NDTV)

US President Donald Trump said he may have pushed Israel to act against Iran and denied that Washington was pulled into the conflict. Speaking at the Oval Office, Trump rejected claims that the US struck Iran only because Israel was set to attack first. “They were going to attack if we didn’t do it,” he said, referring to Iran. “I felt strongly about that.” Trump added, “I might have forced Israel’s hand, but Israel was ready, and we were ready.” His remarks differ from comments by Secretary of State Marco Rubio, who suggested Israel was close to acting alone. Trump said the strikes had reduced Iran’s missile capacity. (PC: India Today)

An Iran Air passenger aircraft has been destroyed on the ground during Israeli strikes on Bushehr Airport in southern Iran, marking a severe escalation targeting civilian infrastructure. No immediate casualty confirmation was reported. Bushehr also hosts Iran's only operational nuclear power plant, raising serious safety concerns. Russia's state nuclear corporation Rosatom has halted construction on the plant's second and third units, with chief Alexei Likhachev warning that explosions were heard kilometres from the facility. Of 639 Russian personnel remaining in Iran, nearly 100 workers and families were evacuated Saturday when strikes began, with evacuations continuing during ceasefire pauses. Communication with Iran's nuclear industry leadership has been completely severed. (PC: X/@GPXPress)

As the US-Israel war on Iran intensifies, President Trump declared Iran's air defence, Air Force, Navy, and leadership "gone," dismissing Tehran's willingness to negotiate with "Too Late." Trump also told Politico that Iran is rapidly depleting crucial armaments and expressed openness to engaging surviving regime members, noting new leadership candidates are "emerging." Meanwhile, US-Israeli strikes targeted the Assembly of Experts building in Qom, the body responsible for electing Iran's next Supreme Leader causing severe damage. Turkish President Erdogan urged immediate de-escalation, pledging all resources toward regional peace before "greater hostility" erupts between nations. The strikes follow Khamenei's killing on Saturday, leaving Iran's political future deeply uncertain. (PC: Times Now)

Pakistani Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has alleged a "Zionist conspiracy" behind the ongoing US-Israel conflict with Iran, claiming it aims to reduce Pakistan into a vassal state. Asif warned that an Israeli victory could trigger a coordinated anti-Pakistan alliance involving India, Afghanistan, and Iran. He attributed decades of Islamic world conflicts to Zionist influence, claiming major global powers remain "hostage" to Zionist ideology. Asif reaffirmed Pakistan's nuclear deterrence as its primary shield and called for Muslim-nation unity. His remarks come amid escalating Middle East tensions following US-Israeli strikes killing Iran's Supreme Leader Khamenei. Analysts note Asif's claims mirror Pakistan's long-standing narrative of portraying itself as perpetually encircled by enemies. (PC: India Today)