【Iran Crisis】Two oil tankers in the Persian Gulf reportedly caught fire and exploded; Iranian officials hint at blocking the Red Sea entrance on the other side (updating)

According to overseas news agency Faytuks Network, an oil tanker caught fire and exploded in the Persian Gulf. Reports indicate that the two tankers that caught fire near the Iraqi coast are the Malta-flagged ZEFYROS and the Marshall Islands-flagged SAFESEA VISHNU, but no other media outlets have reported this.

EXCLUSIVE: The 2 Tankers that are on fire off the coast of Iraq are the Malta flagged ZEFYROS and the Marshall Islands flagged SAFESEA VISHNU pic.twitter.com/rpWfoHw20C

— Stellar Man (@stellarman22) March 11, 2026

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According to Al Jazeera, an unnamed senior Iranian military/security official warned that if the US makes a strategic mistake, another strait could face a situation similar to the Strait of Hormuz. This statement is widely interpreted as referring to the Mandeb Strait at the southern entrance to the Red Sea, another critical route for oil transportation.

The official also added in the interview that the Middle East “may soon enter a regional war,” emphasizing that Iran “still has many cards to play.”

When asked by reporters, Trump responded, “They have lost their navy, lost their air force, have no air defense systems, no radar. Their leaders are gone. And we can do worse to each other. We left some things behind, or we can take them away this afternoon, in fact within an hour, and they will never be able to rebuild that country.”

Trump stated that oil companies should use the Strait of Hormuz. “We almost destroyed all their mine-laying ships in one night. We’ve hit about 60 ships—I didn’t realize they had such a large navy. I’d say it’s big but ineffective. Nearly all their navy ships, almost all of them, are sunk.”

He also claimed that Iran has not laid mines in the Strait of Hormuz.

Trump said Spain is not cooperating at all, and he considers them very poor partners. He suggested they might cut off trade with Spain.

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Iran plans to lay thousands of mines in the Strait of Hormuz. Trump: They will face unprecedented military consequences

The Strait of Hormuz remains a global focus. According to CBS, U.S. intelligence indicates Iran may be preparing to deploy mines in the strait. Iran might use small boats capable of carrying two to three mines for deployment, with an estimated stockpile of about 2,000 to 6,000 mines.

CNN reports, citing two U.S. intelligence sources, that Iran has begun laying naval mines in the Strait of Hormuz. Currently, only dozens of mines have been deployed, but Iran still has 80-90% of its small boats and minelaying vessels available.

Trump then posted on Truth Social: “If Iran has indeed laid mines in the Strait of Hormuz—and we have no reports of this—we demand they be immediately removed! If they have laid mines for any reason and fail to remove them immediately, Iran will face unprecedented military consequences. Conversely, if they remove any mines they may have already placed, that would be a big step in the right direction! Additionally, we are using the same technology and missile capabilities—originally used to combat drug traffickers—to permanently eliminate any ships or vessels attempting to lay mines in the Strait of Hormuz. They will be dealt with swiftly and forcefully. Warning!”

Trump continued, “In the past few hours, we have hit and completely destroyed 10 inactive minelaying ships or vessels, and more will follow!”

U.S. Energy Secretary makes false statement

U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright mistakenly claimed on social media that the U.S. Navy escorted a tanker through the Strait of Hormuz. White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt clarified: “The U.S. Navy is not currently escorting any tankers or ships.”

“I noticed the post, and I haven’t had a chance to speak directly with the Secretary about it,” Leavitt said. “However, I know the post was quickly deleted.”

Wright previously posted: “The U.S. Navy successfully escorted a tanker through the Strait of Hormuz to ensure the continuous supply of oil to global markets.”

The International Energy Agency (IEA) will hold a special meeting on Tuesday to discuss the possible release of emergency reserves. The organization’s more than 30 member countries, mainly developed economies in Europe, North America, and Northeast Asia, collectively hold 1.2 billion barrels of oil reserves.

Hegseth: The most intense day of strikes

U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said, “Today will again be the most intense day of strikes inside Iran.” He pointed out that in the past 24 hours, Iran launched the lowest number of missiles they have ever launched, and condemned Iran for unprovoked attacks on neighboring Gulf countries, some of which were once allies.

He said the targets include destroying Iran’s missile stockpiles and their missile manufacturing capabilities; “destroying their navy”; and “permanently depriving Iran of the possibility of possessing nuclear weapons.”

Russia does not share intelligence with Iran

U.S. Special Envoy Steve Witkoff said that Russian leaders denied allegations of sharing intelligence with Iran during a call with Trump on Monday.

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Oil Tankers Halt Before the Strait of Hormuz, No Passage. Trump at Press Conference: Iran’s War Will End Soon, but No Promise on Timing

Oil prices sharply declined by nearly 10%, with Brent futures dropping 9% to as low as $90.3, and NYMEX crude falling 8% to as low as $87. According to shipping sources, dozens of oil tankers near the Strait of Hormuz attempted to pass through but ultimately retreated, led by a Gambian-flagged tanker FAREEDA 5, which reached near the strait but then withdrew back into the sea. As of 1 p.m., no ships had passed.

According to semi-official Iranian media agency Fars News, a senior Iranian military official warned, “Until further notice, we will not allow a single liter of oil to be exported to hostile parties and their allies in the region.”

Citing CNBC, Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson also warned that oil tankers passing through the Strait of Hormuz must be very cautious. “As long as the situation remains unsafe, I believe all tankers and all maritime navigation must remain highly vigilant.” He stated that targeting U.S. military bases and assets in the region is “legal” under international law, based on UN Charter Article 51.

🔴 One senior Iranian military official told Al Mayadeen: Until further notice, we will not allow a single liter of oil to be exported in the region to the hostile party and its allies.

— Fars News Agency (@FarsNews_Agency) March 9, 2026

U.S. military transport aircraft appeared briefly this morning.

Trump stated that U.S. forces have deployed strong military and mine-clearing equipment in the Strait of Hormuz, and will provide “political risk insurance” and personally escort commercial ships if necessary. He emphasized that Iran will not be allowed to cut off global oil supplies.

Trump held a press conference, refusing to promise that the war would end “within days or this week,” but stressing it would be “very quick.” He said that because Iran’s military assets (navy, air force, radar, leadership, etc.) have been almost entirely destroyed, the operation will not take long. He noted that the current military progress is unprecedented; what was originally expected to take a month has already been achieved ahead of schedule.

He claimed that the U.S. has severely damaged Iran’s military power, sinking 51 naval vessels, destroying drone manufacturing facilities, and reducing Iran’s missile capability to below 10%. Over 5,000 targets have been struck, including major strategic objectives. Some key targets have been preserved for future use, as destroying them would take years to rebuild, involving power plants and other critical infrastructure. He warned that if Iran retaliates, it will face devastating consequences. He said the most dangerous phase of the war was over “within three days.”

He expressed hope that Iran would nominate a new leader willing to pursue peace. He was disappointed that Iran’s choice for Supreme Leader is the son of Khamenei.

He emphasized that protecting the strait’s open passage is mainly to stabilize the global economy, and specifically mentioned that this action actually helps countries like China that depend on the route. “I want to keep it open. I want to keep it good. You know, it doesn’t affect us as much as it does China. We are actually helping China and other countries because they get a lot of energy from the strait. But we have a very good relationship with China. I am honored to do this.”

Summary of the press conference:

“Over the past weekend, the U.S. military and the Israeli Defense Forces continued to execute Operation Epic Fury successfully. Over the past nine days, we launched the most powerful and complex military strikes and tactical exercises ever seen in the world. If you add these actions to our other achievements—such as Operation Midnight Hammer, which eliminated Iran’s nuclear threat entirely, and the significant successes in Venezuela and elsewhere—we have achieved great victories everywhere.”

“At the same time, we have made significant progress in achieving military objectives. Some might say these goals are already quite well accomplished. We have thoroughly and completely eliminated every armed force inside Iran. Most of Iran’s navy has been sunk, lying at the bottom of the sea. Just received reports: a total of 51 ships. I didn’t even realize they had so many ships, but they didn’t last long. These are combat vessels, meant for fighting, but they are no match for us.”

“We continue to target Iran’s drone and missile capabilities. Their drone numbers have been greatly reduced. Their drone manufacturing plants are under full attack from today. We have seized all their drone manufacturing sites and are destroying them one by one. Their missile capability has dropped to about 10%, maybe even lower. We are also precisely striking their missile manufacturing and transportation facilities. So far, we have hit over 5,000 targets, including very strategic ones. But we are also holding back some of the most important targets for future use. If we really strike those targets, it would take them years to rebuild, involving power generation and many other critical infrastructures. So unless absolutely necessary, we do not plan to do that. These targets are easy to hit, but once hit, the consequences would be catastrophic. We are watching and will decide whether to strike them. We could destroy all of them in a day.”

“But all these actions have already caused about 90% of the overall capacity in various sectors to decline, especially Iran’s missile launchers. As you know, drone launchers have decreased by 83%. Drone launchers are almost destroyed, and Iran’s missile launchers have declined by over 90%. These are highly sophisticated, hard-to-replicate equipment. Usually, with our advanced gear and top-tier personnel, we can accurately and swiftly destroy a launcher within five minutes or less after it fires a missile.”

“So now, we have low-cost interception systems that effectively counter Iran’s drones; our B-2 bombers recently dropped dozens of 2,000-pound penetrating bombs across Iran to destroy missile launchers, often penetrating deep into underground facilities that cannot withstand such attacks. We are also destroying their industrial bases for drone and missile manufacturing at an unprecedented speed. We know their locations precisely and are eliminating them rapidly. Our progress has far exceeded initial timelines; I dare say, we probably never thought we’d be this far after just a month.”

“Additionally, we have eliminated their top leadership two or three times, as you know. We had to intervene. We don’t want a future president (if it’s someone else) to hesitate to do what I decisively did, which could lead us back into the same quagmire in five or ten years. So, we believe they should nominate a new president or national leader who can pursue real change peacefully. For 47 years, they have been killing. Forty-seven years! Whether it’s military explosions or the USS Cole attack, they have been deeply involved, despite denying it. They are deeply involved in all these tragedies caused by roadside bombs. Those who died, and now those who have lost legs, arms, or have severe facial injuries—this Iranian regime has been attacking Americans and spreading terrorism worldwide for 47 years.”

“Despite numerous opportunities to abandon nuclear ambitions—just recently, they clung to this ambition and even told Witkoff that they wanted to continue building nuclear weapons. If we hadn’t launched Midnight Hammer and destroyed their nuclear capabilities, they would have had nuclear weapons long ago and would have used them. At least Israel would have faced annihilation. We are very fortunate to have the courage to act, with talented pilots and excellent equipment. The B-2 bombers are incredible. (By the way, we have ordered 25 upgraded, better versions.) We have the greatest military in the world, far ahead of anyone else. Wherever we go, you can see it. But you still need the best personnel to operate and use it, and that’s what we value most.”

“Even after thoroughly destroying their key nuclear facilities, during Operation Midnight Hammer, they never seriously negotiated. They still insist on making nuclear weapons, refusing to enrich uranium to unacceptable levels. They even rejected a generous civilian proposal to provide unlimited free nuclear fuel. We proposed to supply them free nuclear fuel, but they weren’t interested because they only want nuclear weapons.”

“So, this regime is trying to secretly rebuild its weapons program elsewhere. They can’t go back to the three sites we destroyed, so they are working at another location, in a different concealed terrain, protected by hard granite. They want protection, and granite is indeed strong, but they want to go deeper underground. They have started this process and are rapidly manufacturing conventional ballistic missiles. They plan to advance both projects simultaneously, which directly threatens our overseas bases and could soon impact the U.S. homeland. Their evil intent is to use this exponential growth of ballistic missile threats to make it nearly impossible for the world to prevent their eventual acquisition of nuclear weapons.”

“Therefore, as you might see, they once had an astonishing number of missiles, most of which are now expended or destroyed, and their use has been very unsuccessful because we can intercept and shoot them down at a high rate. The Patriot missiles and other advanced systems perform remarkably. Our laser technology, which is about to be fully operational, will enable us to intercept targets with very low-cost weapons, like the Patriot and others.”

“The situation is rapidly approaching an irreversible point, and the U.S. considers this absolutely intolerable. Based on intelligence—deeply involved—I thought they were about to attack us. I firmly believe that if we hadn’t preempted, they intended to attack the U.S. If you notice, they did something extremely foolish—they attacked their neighbors. And their neighbors are basically neutral or at least not involved in the conflict, yet they were attacked without reason. This caused a strong backlash: those neighbors immediately turned to us and began to fight back very successfully. Look at Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Qatar, and other countries—they are strong and smart, but they were attacked. When I first heard this, I said no, someone must have misread the intelligence. But it wasn’t a mistake. The UAE was hit by over 1,000 missiles, but they nearly shot them all down.”

“On my first day riding the escalator in 2015, I said, ‘I will stop Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons.’ What I am doing now is just fulfilling that promise. Think about it—this was a warning I issued in 2015. It was a threat, which later became a bigger threat, but now it’s no longer a threat, at least for a long time. We want to keep this peace.”

“As we continue to execute Operation Epic Fury, we are also highly focused on ensuring the smooth flow of global energy and oil. I will never allow a terrorist regime to hold the world hostage and try to cut off global oil supplies. If Iran takes any reckless action, they will face far more devastating strikes than now. I will destroy those critical infrastructure targets I just mentioned. We will do it very quickly. They will never recover. If they want to play this dangerous game, they better think twice. In the long run, without Iranian ships, drones, missiles, nuclear threats, or other threats, oil supplies will be much safer. So the Strait of Hormuz will remain absolutely secure. We have deployed a large number of powerful naval vessels there, and we have the world’s most advanced mine-clearing equipment. Again, most of their ships are already sunk.”

“But we will strike them so fiercely that they or anyone trying to help them will never regain influence in that region, as long as they dare to act recklessly. Over recent years, this regime and its terrorist proxies have indiscriminately attacked hundreds of commercial ships. We are ending this threat completely. The ultimate result will be a significant reduction in oil and natural gas prices for American families. We have already achieved this, bringing prices down very low. This is a necessary military action to address a problem that must be solved. We are very close to fully accomplishing this goal.”

“Meanwhile, during this brief interruption, the U.S. will provide political risk insurance to any oil tanker operating in the Persian Gulf. We are offering solid risk coverage, and perhaps we will personally escort them through the strait if needed. I don’t think it will be necessary, but if it is, we will escort them safely through. We have the world’s most advanced mine-clearing capabilities, the largest invincible fleet, and we know exactly where their minefields are. We will clear them very quickly. But we hope it won’t come to that. Again, if they do this, if they play that sneaky game, we will strike them with unprecedented severity. So we are winning this victory decisively. Our progress is far ahead of schedule. Our military is the greatest in the world, equipped with the best gear and top talent, unmatched by anyone.”

“Iran was once a very powerful, threatening country. They planned to take over the Middle East entirely. If we hadn’t preempted, they would have taken over the Middle East. Since their last strike, they have frantically stockpiled thousands of missiles and other deadly weapons. Most of these have now been destroyed. But they intended to take over the Middle East. These weapons were aimed at innocent Middle Eastern countries unrelated to this conflict. They wanted to take over the Middle East and destroy Israel. That’s why we stopped all this madness in time. We are very proud to be part of it, and it will end very soon. If they restart the conflict, they will face even harsher retaliation.”

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Iran: If oil prices can rise above $200, “then keep playing the game” G7 has no consensus on releasing strategic reserves; oil prices surged 30% to nearly $120

The Strait of Hormuz remains nearly blocked, with Gulf countries planning to cut production. International oil prices soared by nearly 30%, approaching $120 per barrel. After reports that the G7 will discuss jointly releasing strategic reserves, the price gains narrowed.

France’s finance minister said that the consensus is to use all necessary tools to stabilize the market if needed, including possibly releasing reserves.

The surge in oil prices has intensified global market turmoil, triggering circuit breakers in Japan and South Korea. U.S. stock futures fell more than 1,000 points on Monday; the Dow opened down over 600 points, the Nasdaq dropped 1.2%, and the S&P 500 fell 80 points. The U.S. dollar index was at 99.185.

The blockade of the Strait of Hormuz has caused oil storage facilities to fill rapidly, with Kuwait and the UAE beginning to cut production. Reports indicate that two Saudi Aramco oil fields have started reducing output, though the extent of the cut has not been specified; some sources suggest Aramco is merely reallocating export supplies.

Additionally, French President Macron, speaking at Paphos Air Force Base in Cyprus, announced that France plans to work with European and non-European countries to establish a “purely defensive” mission to escort cargo ships and oil tankers, aiming to gradually reopen the Strait of Hormuz after the most intense phase of conflict.

Iran: If oil prices can sustain above $200, “then keep playing the game” — prices may stay in triple digits for a period

Iran’s Hatam Anbia Central Command spokesperson issued a video statement warning the U.S. and Israel to stop “inhuman actions.” The spokesperson told the U.S. and Israel, “If you can tolerate oil prices rising above $200 per barrel, then keep playing the game.”

Iranian Parliament Speaker Qalibaf said that if the current conflict further expands to infrastructure, its economic impact will last longer regionally and globally. He indicated that under such circumstances, international oil prices could remain in the triple digits for some time.

The Iranian Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) issued a statement claiming they have carried out the 31st wave of “True Commitment 4” strikes, using heavy missiles to attack U.S. targets in Kuwait. The IRGC also said that early this morning, they used various drones and cruise missiles to strike and “destroy” the U.S. helicopter base in Udayri, Kuwait, describing the operation as “extremely critical,” including destroying fuel tanks, helicopter ramps, and other logistics and support facilities.

Trump posted on Truth Social: “Short-term oil prices will drop rapidly once Iran’s nuclear threat is eliminated, which is a very small price for the safety and peace of the U.S. and the world. Only fools would think otherwise.”

Hamadani’s son Mojtaba appointed as Iran’s new Supreme Leader

According to Iranian state media, the Expert Assembly has selected Mojtaba Khamenei, son of the late leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, to succeed as Iran’s new Supreme Leader.

The IRGC issued a statement welcoming Mojtaba Khamenei’s appointment. The statement described him as a “comprehensive jurist, a young thinker, and highly knowledgeable on political and social issues,” expressing respect, loyalty, and obedience. It also said members are “ready to fully obey and sacrifice themselves in carrying out the sacred command of the Guardian Jurist.”

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Iran: Will choose new leader within 24 hours, UK plans to send two aircraft carriers, Trump: Those who don’t want to fight until victory are unnecessary

Trump, speaking on Air Force One, said, “Unconditional surrender means they surrender, or when they can no longer fight and no one around them can surrender, that might happen because we have already eliminated many of their leaders.” Regarding no ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz, Trump said, “That’s their choice. But we’ve cleared it out; we’ve sunk their navy. Their navy is now at the bottom of the sea.”

He added, “We expect oil prices to rise, and that’s expected. But they will also fall. They will fall very quickly.” Trump indicated that he would use strategic reserves when appropriate.

As for deploying ground troops, Trump said it would require very strong reasons. “If we really do that, they will face devastating strikes so they cannot fight on the ground.” He also said he does not want the Kurds involved, as he does not want this war to become more complicated, “I really told them, I don’t want them to go in.”

Trump said, “We have removed one leadership layer, then a second, and now they are at the third or fourth layer, and they have leaders whose identities are unknown.”

According to Iran’s semi-official Fars News Agency, member Ayatollah Mozafari reported that Iran’s Expert Assembly plans to hold a meeting within 24 hours to elect a new Supreme Leader. The Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) spokesman told state TV that Iran is “completely prepared to continue intense, full-scale war for at least six months at the current pace.”

Additionally, Iran’s president said he has instructed the military not to attack any countries that have not attacked Iran, despite attacks on the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and others.

Dubai Media Office issued a statement saying that, for security reasons, all operations at Dubai International Airport are temporarily suspended.

The UAE president issued a rare warning to the country’s “enemies,” cautioning them not to mistake the UAE’s prosperity for weakness. He said during a hospital visit, “The UAE is tough and resilient, not an easy target,” and met with injured civilians from Iran attacks.

Several European officials reported that Saudi Arabia has increased direct contacts with Iran, trying to curb Middle East war, which has caused serious turmoil and pressure on global markets.

On the oil production front, Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) said it is “managing” offshore oil output levels to meet storage demands. The company continues to utilize alternative export routes bypassing the Strait of Hormuz and its international storage facilities to ensure supply reaches global customers.

Trump posted on Truth Social: “The UK, our once-great ally—perhaps the greatest—finally considering sending two aircraft carriers to the Middle East. No problem, Prime Minister Sunak, we no longer need them—but we will remember. We don’t need to wait until we win the war to come in!”

Trump also claimed that Iran, which is suffering heavy blows, has apologized to neighboring Middle Eastern countries and surrendered, promising not to fire on them again. This promise was made solely because of the relentless attacks by the U.S. and Israel. They originally intended to take over and dominate the entire Middle East. This is Iran’s first defeat by neighboring Middle Eastern countries in thousands of years. They said, “Thank you, President Trump.” I replied, “You’re welcome!” Iran is no longer “the bully of the Middle East”; instead, they are “the losers of the Middle East,” and will remain so for decades until they surrender or, more likely, collapse completely! Today, Iran will face a heavy blow! Due to Iran’s malicious actions, some areas and populations that have not yet been targeted are being seriously considered for total destruction and inevitable death.

$1 and below refers to Saturday’s news====

U.S. and Iran failed to reach an agreement last week. On Saturday (28th), U.S. and Israel launched attacks on Tehran, with multiple explosions reported. President Trump later confirmed that U.S. forces had launched a “major combat operation” inside Iran.

According to Fars News Agency, targets in Iran were aimed at U.S. bases in Kuwait, UAE, Qatar, and Bahrain. AFP reports explosions in Riyadh (Saudi Arabia), Manama (Bahrain), and Doha (Qatar).

Bahrain confirmed that the U.S. Fifth Fleet in Manama was attacked. Bahrain’s official news agency issued a brief statement: “The Fifth Fleet service center was hit by missiles.”

UAE’s Ministry of Defense confirmed that it was struck by Iranian ballistic missiles. The air defense successfully intercepted “multiple” missiles. An attack on a residential area in Abu Dhabi caused property damage and resulted in one death of an Asian individual.

Video of explosions in Juffair, Bahrain, home to the U.S. Fifth Fleet headquarters.

Explosions hit Juffair, Bahrain, home to the US Fifth Fleet headquarters. pic.twitter.com/YjXTCeykOY

— Josep Goded (@josepgoded) February 28, 2026

Trump responds strongly: Iran regime must not possess nuclear weapons

Trump posted a video on Truth Social: “Our goal is to defend the American people by eliminating the imminent threat posed by the Iran regime. The Iran regime is a very stubborn, terrible bunch of thugs.”

He emphasized that the U.S. will maintain its consistent policy—specifically, that the Iran regime must never have nuclear weapons.

Over the past 47 years, the Iran regime has shouted “Death to America,” launched one bloody massacre after another, and targeted America, our troops, and countless innocent civilians in many countries.

Imagine if one day this regime actually acquires and deploys nuclear weapons to send their message—they would become utterly reckless.

Trump called on the Iranian people: “Tonight is your moment of freedom. Stay in shelters, do not leave your homes—it’s very dangerous outside, bombs are falling everywhere.” Trump said that after the operation, they will take over the local government, which will be a government belonging to the Iran people.

【Iran Situation】 Reports say the U.S. and Israel are continuously attacking Tehran (updating).

Iran: Preparing for destructive retaliation

Reuters quoted an Iran official saying Tehran is preparing to respond with “destructive retaliation” to U.S. and Israel attacks.

According to Iran’s Shargh newspaper, smoke is rising near the residence of Supreme Leader Khamenei, and the Presidential Palace and National Security Council are also in the area. Reuters sources said Khamenei was not in Tehran at the time of the airstrike and has been moved to a secure location.

The Israeli Defense Minister Katz announced that Israel launched a preemptive strike against Iran to eliminate threats, and declared a state of emergency. The New York Times reports that U.S. and Israeli officials discussed national security issues anonymously.

Multiple cities experienced explosions; Iran closes its airspace

Following the U.S. and Israel airstrikes, Iran is clearing its airspace.

Airspace clearing after strikes by the United States and Israel in Iran. pic.twitter.com/Oub4T6SrkF

— Flightradar24 (@flightradar24) February 28, 2026

Fars News Agency reports that three intense explosions occurred in central Tehran. Casualty details and targets are unknown. Nationwide, air raid sirens sounded, warning Israel civilians of possible Iran retaliation.

Other Iranian cities, including Qom, Kermanshah, Isfahan, and Karaj, also reported explosions. Iran has closed its airspace.

Earlier, Trump threatened: “Limit nuclear program or face military strikes”

U.S. President Trump previously threatened that if Iran’s leaders did not accept his demands—including restrictions on their nuclear program—the U.S. would launch military strikes. The region has been tense since then. The U.S. has assembled its largest military force in the Middle East since the 2003 invasion of Iraq, trying to pressure Iran to accept his terms.