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)

Twelve people were injured in Israel after Iranian strikes in central areas and Tel Aviv districts, emergency services said. Magen David Adom said medics were treating “12 injured people,” including a woman in moderate condition. Others suffered light injuries from glass and blast impact. After issuing evacuation warnings, Israel struck Tehran’s Mehrabad airport, Iranian media reported. Another airport in Bushehr was also hit. An Iranian carrier on the ground was destroyed in the strike. Iran’s foreign ministry rejected talks with the US and Israel. It said it was “standing against evil” and accused others of turning “to the military option.” The fighting has spread across the region. (PC: HT)

The United States has warned of an “imminent” Iranian attack on Dhahran, a key Saudi oil city. The alert comes as fighting between the US, Israel and Iran continues. President Donald Trump said it is “too late” for talks with Tehran. He claimed Iran’s “air defense, air force, navy, and leadership is gone.” Israel said it struck Iran’s “leadership compound,” including the presidential office in Tehran. More attacks were reported later. Iran’s Red Crescent said 787 people have been killed since the strikes began on Saturday. Oil and gas prices have risen. Share markets have fallen. Iran has launched attacks across the region in response. (PC: BBC)

Six American soldiers were killed after an Iranian missile struck a US military facility in Kuwait, US officials confirmed. The United States Central Command first reported three deaths. The toll later rose to six after one soldier died of injuries and two bodies were found in the rubble. US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth said a “powerful weapon” hit a “tactical operations centre that was fortified”. Officials said the missile evaded air defences. US media reported the troops were working in a temporary office space. The US has more than 13,000 troops stationed in Kuwait. The strike came amid ongoing fighting between the US, Israel and Iran. (PC: BBC)

Israel said it carried out overnight airstrikes on key leadership sites in Tehran. The Israel Defense Forces said it targeted the Iranian presidential office and the Supreme National Security Council building.   In a statement, the IDF said, “Numerous munitions were dropped on the Presidential Office and the building of the Supreme National Security Council.” It said the strikes were guided by Military Intelligence.   Israel said the compound is used to manage security decisions and oversee operations against Israel. It called the site “the most important and central headquarters” of Iran’s leadership.   The strikes mark a sharp rise in tensions after recent US-Israel attacks on Iran. (PC: X/IAFsite)

Israel launched new airstrikes on Tehran and Beirut on Tuesday, saying it targeted “military targets”. The Israeli army also said ground troops will “advance and seize additional strategic areas in Lebanon” to stop fire near its border.   In Saudi Arabia, two drones hit the US embassy in Riyadh. Officials said the attack caused a “limited” fire and “minor damage”. No injuries were reported.   The strikes follow a joint US-Israel operation on Saturday that killed Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Iran has responded with missile and drone attacks across the region.   US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said “the hardest hits” on Iran are “yet to come”. (PC: BBC)

The number of people killed in US and Israeli strikes on Iran has risen to 787, Iranian state media said on Tuesday. The report cited the Iranian Red Crescent.   The military action began on February 28. It led to the death of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and several senior officials.   US officials said the strikes aimed to weaken Iran’s missile and nuclear programs. Israel said it delivered “severe blows” to Iran’s command centers and Revolutionary Guard sites.   Iran has since fired missiles and drones at US bases and Gulf countries. Tehran also announced the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, raising global oil concerns. (PC: India Today)

The conflict between the US, Israel and Iran widened on Tuesday. The US shut its embassy in Kuwait indefinitely. Non-emergency staff were asked to leave Iraq. Consular services in Saudi Arabia were cancelled.   Iran targeted US military bases in Iraq, Bahrain and Saudi Arabia with drones. Amazon said two data centres in the UAE were struck, disrupting services. A nearby facility in Bahrain was also damaged.   Israel launched fresh strikes in Beirut after Hezbollah attacks. Oil and gas prices rose as supply fears grew. Several countries closed embassies and issued travel warnings as tensions increased across West Asia.

Israel hacked Tehran’s traffic camera network to track Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, according to a Financial Times report. Sources said Israeli intelligence accessed the system years ago. The cameras helped monitor Khamenei’s bodyguards, their cars, and daily routines.   The report claimed Israel used AI tools to study large amounts of data. This helped track Khamenei to a meeting where he was killed during missile strikes by the US and Israel. Cellular service in the area was also disrupted. The CIA reportedly had a human source who shared key intelligence. Iran has not officially responded to the claims. (PC: AFP)

The conflict between the US, Israel, and Iran entered its fourth day on Tuesday. US President Donald Trump said America has a “virtually unlimited” supply of weapons and can fight for a long time. He did not rule out sending ground troops.   The US and Israel launched airstrikes on Iran under “Operation Epic Fury.” Iran responded with missile and drone attacks on US bases in the Gulf and cities in Israel. Iran also closed the Strait of Hormuz. Casualties have been reported on all sides. Oil supplies and global markets remain under pressure.