Here are the latest developments in the U.S.-Israel-Iran war on Friday at 4:15 AM ET, as the conflict enters its seventh day.
According to the Iran Red Crescent Society, at least 1,230 people in Iran have been killed since the war began on Saturday.
Iran’s Red Crescent chief Pir Hossein Kolivand said U.S.-Israeli attacks have damaged 3,643 civilian sites, including 3,090 homes. The strikes also hit 528 commercial and service centres, 14 medical or pharmaceutical facilities, and nine Red Crescent sites, with most targets located in densely populated residential areas, as per Al Jazeera.
Iran Warns Of Strikes On Iraqi Kurdistan
Ali Akbar Ahmadian, a member of Iran’s Defense Council, warned that Iran may launch broad attacks in Iraq’s Kurdistan region if local authorities fail to act against US- and Israeli-backed rebel groups allegedly planning to enter Iran, reported Al Jazeera. He stated that Iran has so far targeted only U.S. and Israeli bases and separatist groups, but threatened that all facilities in Iraqi Kurdistan could be hit if these groups are allowed to operate or cross into Iran.
Iran Internet Blackout Crosses 144 Hours
Global internet monitor NetBlocks reports that Iran has been under a near-total internet blackout for six full days, with connectivity stuck at only about 1% of normal levels as the disruption passes the 144-hour mark, leaving most of the country digitally isolated.
IDF Strikes Khamenei’s Tehran Bunker
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) destroyed an underground bunker beneath Ali Khamenei’s leadership compound in Tehran. The strike involved around 50 fighter jets and was carried out with guidance from Israeli Military Intelligence and in coordination with Mossad.
Iran Drones, Missiles Target Qatar’s Al Udeid Base
Drones launched from Iran targeting Al Udeid Air Base were intercepted, reported Al Jazeera, citing Qatar’s Interior Ministry. On the fifth day, two ballistic missiles were fired at the base-one was intercepted and one hit, though damage remains unclear amid tight security in Qatar.
UAE Issues Phone Alert Over Missile Threat
The UAE’s Interior Ministry issued an emergency alert in Dubai, urging residents to immediately take shelter in secure buildings and stay away from windows and open areas due to a potential missile threat, stressing the measure is precautionary and must be followed until further instructions, reported Gulf News.
Indonesia To Start Evacuation From Iran
Indonesia will begin gradually evacuating its citizens from Iran via Azerbaijan, with the first group of 32 Indonesians expected to arrive in Jakarta early next week, a foreign ministry official said, reported Al Jazeera.
IDF Destroys Six Iranian Missile Launchers
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) spokesperson, Avichay Adraee, said that the air force destroyed six Iranian ballistic missile launch platforms shortly before they were set to fire toward Israel, along with three advanced Iranian air defense systems.
US Grants India 30-Day Waiver For Russian Oil
Scott Bessent said that the Treasury Department will grant a temporary 30-day waiver allowing Indian refiners to buy stranded Russian oil, calling it a short-term step to keep global supplies flowing while expecting India to increase purchases of U.S. oil.
Around 90% of India’s crude oil is imported, and around 40-50% of those imports come from the Middle East. The closure of the Strait of Hormuz has significantly affected supplies.
Iranian Military Academy Hit
A military academy belonging to Iran’s army was reportedly among the sites struck in attacks in central Tehran this morning, reported Al Jazeera.
US-Israel Campaign Enters ‘Next Phase’
Israel’s military chief, Eyal Zamir, said the joint U.S.-Israel campaign against Iran is entering a “next phase” aimed at further weakening the Iranian regime and its military, reported Al Jazeera. He warned of additional undisclosed “surprises” as new attacks were reported in Tehran early Friday.
Saudi Arabia Intercepts Three Drones
Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Defence said on X that it intercepted three drones east of Riyadh.
Israeli Airstrikes Hit Several Towns in Lebanon
Lebanese state media reported that Israeli warplanes carried out overnight airstrikes on several towns in southern Lebanon-Srifa, Aita al-Shaab, Touline, as-Sawana, and Majdal Selem-as well as the eastern town of Douris. The National News Agency did not provide details on casualties or damage.
Etihad Airways Resumes Limited Commercial Flight
Etihad Airways announced it will resume a limited commercial flight schedule between Abu Dhabi and key destinations starting March 6. The airline advised passengers to head to the airport only if they have confirmed bookings on resumed flights or have been directly contacted by Etihad.