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Spain's Sánchez Rejects U.S. Bases for Iran Strikes Amid Trump Trade Threat
Sánchez refused U.S. access to Rota and Morón bases for Operation Epic Fury, which has struck nearly 1,700 Iranian targets, forcing American aircraft to relocate to Germany and France. Trump called Spain a 'terrible' NATO ally for low defense spending and ordered a trade cutoff, while Sánchez invoked the 2003 Iraq War's lessons to defend Spain's stance on international law and diplomacy. European Council President António Costa offered EU backing, as the dispute tests NATO unity amid ongoing strikes that have cost six U.S. lives.
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U.S. Submarine Sinks Iranian Frigate Off Sri Lanka in Historic Torpedo Strike
The IRIS Dena, a Mowj-class frigate with about 180 crew, sank 40 nautical miles south of Galle, Sri Lanka, after a Mk-48 torpedo hit its stern, as shown in Pentagon footage. Sri Lankan navy rescued 32 injured sailors and recovered 87 bodies, with over 100 still missing and at least 80 confirmed dead. The strike happened during Operation Epic Fury amid U.S.-Iran conflict, as the frigate returned from India's MILAN 2026 exercise; U.S. forces claim control of Iranian airspace while India faces risks to its stranded shipping near the Strait of Hormuz.
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Israel's F-35 Downs Iranian Jet Over Tehran in Ongoing Strikes
The Israel Defense Forces announced the first air-to-air kill by an F-35I Adir during the tenth wave of Operation Epic Fury, a U.S.-Israeli campaign launched February 28 that has killed Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and targeted nuclear sites, missile facilities, and command centers. Iranian sources claimed downing an Israeli or U.S. jet near Lavasan, but no evidence supports this, while unverified rumors of Mojtaba Khamenei's death were contradicted by Reuters reports of his survival. Strikes also hit Basij bases and a leadership complex, with international leaders like France's Macron urging restraint as oil prices spiked 7% and the Pentagon called the effort ahead of schedule.
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IDF Video Boasts Non-Stop Strikes on Iran Amid Escalating Air Campaign
Released on Wednesday amid a U.S.-Israeli offensive launched around February 28, 2026, the footage highlights precision strikes that took out Iranian soldiers manning air defenses and a Russian-made Mi-17 helicopter. OSINT analysts confirmed the helicopter hit as legitimate, while supporters praised the video's editing and pro-Israel accounts called for a raise for the social media team. Critics claimed civilian casualties or that the helicopter was a painted decoy, though no independent evidence backs those assertions and Iranian media has not denied the specific loss.
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Russian LNG Tanker Explodes in Mediterranean After Suspected Drone Attack
The sanctioned Russian vessel, carrying LNG from a project funding the Ukraine war, exploded early Tuesday southeast of Malta, roughly 30 to 150 nautical miles from the island. Russia's Transport Ministry blamed Ukrainian sea drones from Libya's coast, calling it terrorism, while Ukraine stayed silent amid online speculation. All 25 to 30 Russian crew members were rescued unharmed by a nearby ship, with no cargo spill reported, but the tanker now drifts badly damaged with a hull nearly split amidships.
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U.S. and Ecuador Launch Joint Raids on Narco-Terror Groups
On March 3, U.S. and Ecuadorian forces conducted joint military operations under #OpSouthernSpear against terrorist organizations like Los Choneros and Los Lobos, which the U.S. designated as foreign terrorist groups in September 2025. SOUTHCOM released infrared footage of the nighttime helicopter raid and praised Ecuador's armed forces for their commitment. The actions address Ecuador's surging gang violence since 2022, including prison takeovers and record homicides, amid joint efforts to disrupt cocaine routes fueling U.S. opioid deaths. Reactions divided, with some hailing the move against fentanyl threats and others questioning U.S. expansion.
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Iranian Missile Hits U.S. Base in Qatar, Damages Key Radar
Qatar's Defense Ministry confirmed an Iranian ballistic missile struck Al Udeid, the largest U.S. military base in the Middle East, during a barrage of over 65 missiles and 12 drones—most intercepted with no casualties at the base. Commercial satellite images show significant damage to the $1.1 billion U.S. Space Force radar nearby, hit by an Iranian drone, with debris and scorch marks visible, though full destruction is unconfirmed due to its redundancies. The attack follows U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran starting February 28, underscoring rising tensions in the Gulf where Qatar intercepted threats and arrested suspects.
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Saudi Air Defenses Down Nine Drones in Iranian Strike Wave
The Saudi Ministry of Defense confirmed downing the drones and two cruise missiles near Iran's key oil export island of Kharg, with no casualties reported. These strikes followed U.S.-Israeli Operation Epic Fury targeting Iran's nuclear sites and missiles, prompting Iran to launch hundreds of projectiles at U.S. bases in Saudi Arabia, UAE, and Qatar—most intercepted, though some caused minor fires at the U.S. Embassy in Riyadh and near Dubai's consulate. President Trump ordered insurance guarantees for Gulf energy shipments and hinted at Navy escorts through the Strait of Hormuz to protect 20% of global oil flow, while over 9,000 Americans have been evacuated from the region.
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Funerals Honor 160 Schoolgirls Killed in Minab School Strike
Thousands gathered in Minab, southern Iran, on Tuesday for funerals after a strike on February 28 destroyed Shajareh Tayyebeh girls' school, killing 153 to 168 people—mostly young students, plus teachers and parents. Iran calls it a deliberate US-Israeli airstrike in the early days of Operation Roaring Lion; the US denies targeting civilians, Israel points to possible IRGC involvement, and the UN urges an investigation into potential war crimes. The tragedy, near a Revolutionary Guard base, highlights the conflict's human toll as casualties surpass 700.
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Drones Hit U.S. Embassy in Riyadh Amid U.S.-Iran Escalation
Saudi Arabia's Defense Ministry reported the strike came hours after U.S.-Israeli Operation Epic Fury targeted Iran's missiles, Guard centers, and 11 naval vessels in the Gulf of Oman. Saudi forces downed eight more drones nearby, while Iran claimed hits on a U.S. base in Bahrain and caused minor damage at Dubai airport. The U.S. updated its death toll to six service members, with friendly fire downing three F-15s over Kuwait; Gulf states condemned the attacks as Riyadh weighs its response.
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169 Killed in South Sudan Village Raid
South Sudanese insurgents raided Abiemnom village in Ruweng Administrative Area on Sunday, killing at least 169 people including 90 civilians, women and children, plus dozens of combatants, local official reported Monday. The assault by White Army militia and SPLM-IO forces linked to Riek Machar displaced 1,000 to UNMISS base amid escalating violence threatening civil war, with UNMISS urging immediate dialogue. Machar's group denied involvement while under house arrest in Juba after removal as vice president.
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Shooting Outside Austin Bar Kills 3, Injures 14; FBI Probes Terrorism Link
Just before 2 a.m. Sunday, a suspect drove an SUV around the block, then fired a pistol and rifle at people outside Buford's Backyard Beer Garden, killing three—including himself after police shot him—and injuring 14 others, including UT students. Officers responded in 57 seconds to end the attack. The FBI found indicators of a potential terrorism connection in his vehicle, with the Joint Terrorism Task Force now assisting the investigation.
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21 Civilians, Priest Killed in Ethiopia Church Attack
Armed assailants attacked Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church believers in Sherka Woreda, East Arsi Zone, Oromia Region on Feb 26 at 4pm, killing 21 civilians including a priest during a gathering. Two were abducted, eight remain missing, homes looted, and movement restricted, delaying rescue efforts. Archbishop Abune Elisaa condemned the violence, offered condolences, and urged government intervention amid rising resident fears.
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U.S. and Israel Strike Iran, Kill Khamenei in Operation Epic Fury
The United States and Israel launched massive airstrikes under Operation Epic Fury, killing Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, hitting nuclear sites, IRGC centers, and leadership compounds in Tehran, Isfahan, and Parchin. President Trump described the action as vital to halt Iran's nuclear push and missile threats after failed diplomacy, with U.S. forces firing Tomahawks and HIMARS while Israel sent 200 jets with 1,200 bombs. Iran confirmed Khamenei's death, formed an interim council, retaliated with missiles killing civilians in Israel and striking U.S. bases and Gulf sites, and closed the Strait of Hormuz amid over 200 reported deaths including civilians.