News and comments https://uzax.com en editor@uzax.com (Editor) https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/ https://www.rssboard.org/rss-specification https://uzax.com/@uzax/n67Ee37L https://uzax.com/@uzax/n67Ee37L The conflict erupted in late February 2026 after US and Israeli strikes on Iran, which retaliated with missile and drone attacks leaving many of the 13 US bases uninhabitable, especially in Kuwait. US officials report low casualties due to preemptive hits on over 10,000 Iranian sites, while Iran claims US forces are neutralized and hiding. Backchannel diplomacy ramps up through Saudi Arabia, Oman, and others, with Trump pushing a rejected 15-point ceasefire amid Strait of Hormuz tensions and selective passage for nations like China and Russia. Thu, 26 Mar 2026 08:15:12 +0000 https://uzax.com/@uzax/Alr90jL5 https://uzax.com/@uzax/Alr90jL5 Ukrainian Air Force personnel shared a 59-second video on March 24 showing a MiG-29 releasing a French AASM Hammer bomb on an underground command post in Russian-occupied Kherson. The strike collapses a fortified bunker linked to a building, wiping out personnel, vehicles, ammo, and equipment nearby. Posted by the Soniachnyk Telegram channel, the clip highlights Ukraine's use of Western munitions on Soviet jets to target Russian logistics on the Dnipro River's left bank, though official confirmation is pending and Russian sources have stayed silent. Wed, 25 Mar 2026 08:08:16 +0000 https://uzax.com/@uzax/y9735j6D https://uzax.com/@uzax/y9735j6D Russia fired 392 drones and 34 missiles across 11 Ukrainian regions overnight into March 24, one of its largest aerial assaults recently. Ukrainian defenses downed 25 missiles and most drones, but strikes killed at least five civilians—including children—and wounded dozens, damaging apartments in Zaporizhia and Poltava, plus causing fires and power outages in six regions. President Zelenskyy highlighted a sandbagged hospital room sheltering a young girl on a ventilator and called for faster missile deliveries and European production to strengthen defenses. Russia's Defense Ministry said it targeted military sites, while Ukraine called it deliberate terror against civilians. Tue, 24 Mar 2026 23:25:03 +0000 https://uzax.com/@uzax/9W7P2jda https://uzax.com/@uzax/9W7P2jda The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps launched the 79th wave of Operation True Promise 4, retaliating for US and Israeli strikes on Iranian military, nuclear, and energy sites since late February. Israeli officials confirmed most projectiles were intercepted, but some struck central districts, damaging buildings with no deaths reported. Amid vows of continued attacks from Iran and pledges of response from Israel, indirect talks via Qatar flicker as President Trump extends a deadline for Iran to clear Strait of Hormuz mines. Tue, 24 Mar 2026 23:16:26 +0000 https://uzax.com/@uzax/E1rlGj0v https://uzax.com/@uzax/E1rlGj0v Russia fired nearly 1,000 attack drones over 24 hours Tuesday, including a rare daytime assault that killed at least three people and wounded over 30 across regions like Lviv, Ivano-Frankivsk, Dnipro, Poltava, Zaporizhia, and Sumy. In Lviv, the strike hit near St. Andrew's Church and Bernardine Monastery, hospitalizing 13 with the toll possibly reaching 22, while Ivano-Frankivsk saw two deaths including a police officer and injuries to a six-year-old. Officials called it cynical destruction of history and a sign of escalating tactics, with Ukraine downing 541 drones as Zelenskyy urges stronger Western aid amid strikes on once-safe cities. Tue, 24 Mar 2026 23:15:25 +0000 https://uzax.com/@uzax/AMjdarGY https://uzax.com/@uzax/AMjdarGY The announcement followed Trump's ultimatum to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, sparking wild swings on Wall Street: S&P 500 futures jumped 240 points before dropping 120 as Iran rejected the claims. This comes amid Operation Epic Fury, a three-week conflict started February 28 with U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iranian missile sites and defenses to counter nuclear ambitions. Trump touted negotiators speaking to a top Iranian figure and expressed interest in a deal, while Iranian officials called it lies and mocked U.S. claims, with Israeli strikes continuing despite the U.S. pause. Mon, 23 Mar 2026 23:29:34 +0000 https://uzax.com/@uzax/4VrBPOG1 https://uzax.com/@uzax/4VrBPOG1 Israel's military took responsibility for killing Naini, the IRGC's main propagandist who incited attacks on Israel and suppressed protests at home, in a strike early Friday on Tehran. Appointed spokesman in 2024, he had just denied reports of crippled Iranian missile production. The hit is part of a 21-day war that began February 28 with U.S.-Israeli attacks on nuclear sites and IRGC leaders, as explosions continue and both sides dig in without de-escalation. Fri, 20 Mar 2026 13:18:35 +0000 https://uzax.com/@uzax/LA78Jj9W https://uzax.com/@uzax/LA78Jj9W On March 19, Ukrainian infantry brigades near Lyman in Donetsk Oblast destroyed at least 12 armored vehicles—including tanks, BTRs, and BMPs—plus over 40 light vehicles and quad bikes during a large mechanized assault. Frontline accounts described heavy Russian casualties from FPV drones and remote mines, with no territorial gains reported. This rare armor push, after weeks of probing attacks tracked by ISW, highlights Ukraine's success in countering mechanized threats amid preparations for spring fighting. Fri, 20 Mar 2026 09:34:07 +0000 https://uzax.com/@uzax/xwrXxr9p https://uzax.com/@uzax/xwrXxr9p A KC-135 Stratotanker crashed in western Iraq on March 12, killing 6 U.S. airmen during a refueling mission for Operation Epic Fury, the U.S.-led campaign against Iranian threats that started February 28. The crew included Maj. John A. Klinner of Alabama, who left behind his wife and three kids, Capt. Ariana G. Savino of Washington, Tech. Sgt. Ashley B. Pruitt of Kentucky, Capt. Seth R. Koval and Capt. Curtis J. Angst from Ohio and Indiana, and Tech. Sgt. Tyler H. Simmons of Ohio. Officials ruled out hostile fire, with early signs pointing to a mid-air collision; an investigation is ongoing amid high tensions, including U.S. Embassy warnings for Americans to leave Iraq. Sun, 15 Mar 2026 15:42:02 +0000 https://uzax.com/@uzax/p6OwB7RN https://uzax.com/@uzax/p6OwB7RN Ukraine's forces struck the Kremniy El plant in Bryansk region on March 10, using up to 10 Storm Shadow missiles that caused significant damage to buildings producing semiconductors and electronics for Iskander missiles, Pantsir defenses, radars, and drones. The facility supplies 90-94% of its output for Russian military needs, and President Zelenskyy called it a major hub for missile control systems. Bryansk Governor Alexander Bogomaz reported six killed and 37 injured, with fires contained after the attack about 100 kilometers from the Ukrainian border. Tue, 10 Mar 2026 23:49:27 +0000 https://uzax.com/@uzax/Vmj5nrDW https://uzax.com/@uzax/Vmj5nrDW Bahrain's Interior Ministry reported the fatal strike on a civilian high-rise late Monday, hours after another drone attack wounded 32 people, including children, in the Sitra neighborhood. U.S. Central Command confirmed the damage came from Iranian drones, not a malfunctioning Patriot missile, amid videos showing the impacts. The attacks stem from Iran's retaliation against U.S. and Israeli strikes on Gulf allies hosting American forces, prompting Bahrain's king to condemn them and authorities to arrest suspects for praising the aggression. Tue, 10 Mar 2026 08:28:25 +0000 https://uzax.com/@uzax/Jqj2YOk5 https://uzax.com/@uzax/Jqj2YOk5 The commander of Ukraine's 39th Tactical Aviation Brigade died on March 9, 2026, while flying a combat sortie, as announced by the Ukrainian Air Force. He had completed hundreds of missions since 2022, earning the nation's highest honor in October 2025 for his frontline leadership with Su-27 fighters from Ozerne Air Base. Russian sources claimed their defenses downed his jet, though Ukraine is still investigating. Tributes poured in, with correspondent Illia Ponomarenko calling it tragic and many offering 'blue skies' in memory of his irreplaceable experience. Mon, 09 Mar 2026 20:11:04 +0000 https://uzax.com/@uzax/pVOZXr95 https://uzax.com/@uzax/pVOZXr95 Operation Epic Fury began February 28, 2026, with U.S.-Israeli airstrikes killing Iran's supreme leader and hitting nuclear sites, military bases, and naval assets. Iran fired back with missiles and drones on U.S. positions in Kuwait and Saudi Arabia, leading to seven confirmed U.S. deaths so far—the latest from wounds in a March 1 attack. Unverified social media claims of massive casualties and 173 captured Delta Force troops in Tehran clash with CENTCOM reports, which dismiss Iranian propaganda of paradropped operators and ship sinkings as baseless. Sun, 08 Mar 2026 23:45:30 +0000 https://uzax.com/@uzax/LNrMdj4E https://uzax.com/@uzax/LNrMdj4E The United States and Israel are actively discussing the possibility of sending special operations forces into Iran to secure the country's stockpile of highly enriched uranium, according to four people familiar with the discussions, as reported by Axios. The talks mark a potential new phase of the nine-day-old war, which has so far been limited to airstrikes targeting Iranian military, missile, and nuclear infrastructure. Sun, 08 Mar 2026 22:07:09 +0000 https://uzax.com/@uzax/eBO4qjvW https://uzax.com/@uzax/eBO4qjvW A military projectile struck a residential compound in Al-Kharj, Saudi Arabia, on Sunday, killing two people and wounding 12 others in what the Associated Press reported as the kingdom's first fatalities from the ongoing Iran war. The Saudi Civil Defense said the projectile hit a residential location belonging to a maintenance and cleaning company in Al-Kharj Governorate, roughly 80 kilometers southeast of Riyadh. The two people killed were of Indian and Bangladeshi nationality, and all 12 injured were Bangladeshi residents, the agency said in a post on X. Material damage was also reported. Sun, 08 Mar 2026 22:03:24 +0000 https://uzax.com/@uzax/Em7Dnjz0 https://uzax.com/@uzax/Em7Dnjz0 U.S. Central Command released unclassified video of strikes on Iranian military targets during Operation Epic Fury, a U.S.-Israeli campaign launched February 28, 2026, that has hit over 1,700 sites including warships and IRGC assets. Hegseth, leading from the rebranded Department of War, emphasized relentless response after Iranian missile attacks on U.S. and Israeli bases, with U.S. losses at six service members killed. Iran reports 1,300 deaths mostly military, its capabilities down 70-85%, while reactions divide between support for the resolve and questions over consistency with allies like Russia and Israel. Sun, 08 Mar 2026 12:43:25 +0000 https://uzax.com/@uzax/WMr0Dr3m https://uzax.com/@uzax/WMr0Dr3m Ukraine's Rocket Forces and Artillery, working with the Air Force, targeted a facility near occupied Donetsk airport used to store, prepare, and launch Shahed drones. The Saturday strike employed U.S.-supplied ATACMS ballistic missiles and British-French SCALP cruise missiles, with video showing plumes of black smoke and highlighted impact points. Local reports confirmed thick smoke visible from residential areas, as the site—geolocated by OSINT analysts—supports Russia's intensified drone attacks on Ukrainian cities and troops. This action aims to weaken Moscow's drone operations amid ongoing ground stalemates. Sat, 07 Mar 2026 16:13:36 +0000 https://uzax.com/@uzax/yKrqKOlw https://uzax.com/@uzax/yKrqKOlw The strike in the Kyivskyi district destroyed one entire section from the first to fifth floors, killing at least seven people including two children, with more than 10 injured and others possibly trapped. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said it was part of Russia's largest overnight barrage in months, launching 29 missiles and 480 drones at energy sites and other targets across multiple regions. Zelenskyy condemned the attack on civilian homes and urged international partners for stronger air defenses, as Kharkiv's mayor and residents voiced horror over the destruction. Sat, 07 Mar 2026 10:20:26 +0000 https://uzax.com/@uzax/EaOL1jzx https://uzax.com/@uzax/EaOL1jzx The U.S.-Israel war with Iran entered its sixth day on Thursday with the conflict expanding well beyond the Persian Gulf, as Iranian forces struck targets across at least a dozen countries and a NATO missile defense system intercepted a ballistic missile heading toward Turkey, raising fears of a broader conflagration that could draw in the Western military alliance. Fri, 06 Mar 2026 09:19:42 +0000 https://uzax.com/@uzax/BzrWvjA3 https://uzax.com/@uzax/BzrWvjA3 Operation Epic Fury, launched February 28 with Israel, has seen over 1,700 U.S. strikes sink more than 30 Iranian naval vessels, cripple air defenses, and target nuclear sites after killing Supreme Leader Khamenei. The campaign aims to dismantle Iran's nuclear and missile programs while fostering regime change, with Trump offering immunity to defectors amid reports of IRGC no-shows. A probe continues into the deadliest incident—a February 28 strike on a girls' school near an IRGC base that Iranian officials say killed 165-186, mostly children—as the White House denies deliberate targeting and Congress backs ongoing operations. Fri, 06 Mar 2026 08:32:48 +0000 https://uzax.com/@uzax/zVjGojKZ https://uzax.com/@uzax/zVjGojKZ The conflict started February 28 with U.S. and Israeli attacks on Iranian nuclear sites and military facilities after failed talks. U.S. Central Command says Iran's capabilities are declining from the strikes, but daily costs hit $1 billion and the campaign may run through September. Internal clashes emerge over escalation, with Senate Republicans blocking limits on President Trump's authority while Democrats oppose funding. Fri, 06 Mar 2026 00:00:30 +0000 https://uzax.com/@uzax/vmre9r9P https://uzax.com/@uzax/vmre9r9P Ukraine's Navy struck the Russian-occupied Syvash platform at the Holitsynske gas field on March 4-5, using surface and aerial drones to destroy equipment, personnel, and an anti-tank crew. A Ka-27 anti-submarine helicopter arrived afterward and was hit by a kamikaze drone, crashing in flames as shown in released video with speed overlays. The platform served as a Russian surveillance outpost, communications relay, and electronic warfare hub threatening Odesa and Mykolaiv regions. This raid highlights Ukraine's drone-based strategy to challenge Russian control in the Black Sea. Thu, 05 Mar 2026 23:38:37 +0000 https://uzax.com/@uzax/6eOxlOMR https://uzax.com/@uzax/6eOxlOMR The United States and Israel are pressing forward with a massive coordinated military campaign against Iran that has killed the country's supreme leader, devastated its military infrastructure, and left more than 1,000 Iranian civilians dead in less than a week, as the Trump administration struggles to articulate a coherent justification for the war. Thu, 05 Mar 2026 11:37:38 +0000 https://uzax.com/@uzax/l0OY07Ak https://uzax.com/@uzax/l0OY07Ak Iraq was plunged into darkness on Wednesday evening after a sudden drop in gas supplies at a major power plant triggered a cascading failure across the country's entire electricity grid. The blackout comes as Iraq finds itself caught between warring sides in the escalating conflict between the United States, Israel, and Iran. Thu, 05 Mar 2026 11:36:44 +0000 https://uzax.com/@uzax/8kOR8r16 https://uzax.com/@uzax/8kOR8r16 Sources tell CNN the Trump administration is backing Kurdish opposition groups inside Iran with weapons to fuel a popular uprising, including recent calls between President Trump and leaders like Mustafa Hijri of the KDPI. This follows U.S. and Israeli airstrikes under Operation Epic Fury, after Israel's Twelve-Day War with Iran in June 2025, with reports of Supreme Leader Khamenei's assassination prompting Iranian retaliation. Kurdish forces plan operations soon to support urban protesters, but skeptics highlight U.S. history of abandoning Kurds and risks of wider regional conflict with Turkey, Iraq, and Syria. Thu, 05 Mar 2026 00:06:12 +0000 https://uzax.com/@uzax/nv7JxjN6 https://uzax.com/@uzax/nv7JxjN6 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. Wed, 04 Mar 2026 20:31:28 +0000 https://uzax.com/@uzax/D3rzejd6 https://uzax.com/@uzax/D3rzejd6 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. Wed, 04 Mar 2026 20:31:04 +0000 https://uzax.com/@uzax/xEOaP7Vd https://uzax.com/@uzax/xEOaP7Vd 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. Wed, 04 Mar 2026 14:05:35 +0000 https://uzax.com/@uzax/8ZjKNOzX https://uzax.com/@uzax/8ZjKNOzX 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. Wed, 04 Mar 2026 12:24:26 +0000 https://uzax.com/@uzax/zLOkR7Wx https://uzax.com/@uzax/zLOkR7Wx 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. Wed, 04 Mar 2026 12:23:46 +0000 https://uzax.com/@uzax/bvjmJryx https://uzax.com/@uzax/bvjmJryx 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. Wed, 04 Mar 2026 12:22:37 +0000 https://uzax.com/@uzax/pqOA5Og6 https://uzax.com/@uzax/pqOA5Og6 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. Wed, 04 Mar 2026 08:16:09 +0000 https://uzax.com/@uzax/onrpNOD8 https://uzax.com/@uzax/onrpNOD8 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. Wed, 04 Mar 2026 08:11:34 +0000 https://uzax.com/@uzax/oQrQerbJ https://uzax.com/@uzax/oQrQerbJ 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. Tue, 03 Mar 2026 21:17:25 +0000 https://uzax.com/@uzax/QWjy5j48 https://uzax.com/@uzax/QWjy5j48 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. Tue, 03 Mar 2026 20:14:08 +0000 https://uzax.com/@uzax/gojbl75X https://uzax.com/@uzax/gojbl75X 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. Mon, 02 Mar 2026 20:38:12 +0000 https://uzax.com/@uzax/MaONa7xo https://uzax.com/@uzax/MaONa7xo Bangladesh's Foreign Ministry confirmed two nationals killed and seven injured in missile/drone attacks across the Middle East on Monday: one in UAE by aerial debris on a civilian site, one in Bahrain with three hurt, and four in Kuwait near airport. Govt voiced concern over escalating tensions, monitoring closely. Mon, 02 Mar 2026 20:32:35 +0000 https://uzax.com/@uzax/ZXOg3OMW https://uzax.com/@uzax/ZXOg3OMW Iran fired 165 ballistic missiles, two cruise missiles, and 541 drones at the UAE and other Gulf states in retaliation for U.S. and Israeli strikes, killing at least four people and injuring over 100. Hits damaged Dubai and Abu Dhabi airports, major hotels, Jebel Ali Port, an oil platform, and a key data center causing an AWS outage. The UAE closed its embassy in Tehran, evacuated staff, and joined Gulf nations in condemning the attacks while reserving the right to respond; Indian PM Modi offered solidarity to UAE leadership. Mon, 02 Mar 2026 08:07:57 +0000 https://uzax.com/@uzax/Lerv37gq https://uzax.com/@uzax/Lerv37gq An Iranian ballistic missile hit a residential neighborhood west of Jerusalem on Sunday, killing at least nine and injuring dozens in the deadliest single attack since Tehran's retaliation began. This followed U.S.-Israeli airstrikes under Operation Epic Fury that killed Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, top commanders, and over 200 Iranians, including up to 148 children at a school near an IRGC base. Israel accused Iran of targeting civilians, while Iran celebrated the strikes as revenge; unverified claims of hits on Israel's Dimona nuclear site circulated without confirmation, as both sides vow further escalation and world leaders call for restraint. Mon, 02 Mar 2026 00:43:25 +0000 https://uzax.com/@uzax/boO1Vj42 https://uzax.com/@uzax/boO1Vj42 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. Sun, 01 Mar 2026 21:41:00 +0000 https://uzax.com/@uzax/xEOn3jvW https://uzax.com/@uzax/xEOn3jvW 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. Sun, 01 Mar 2026 21:34:10 +0000 https://uzax.com/@uzax/JQOoN7ga https://uzax.com/@uzax/JQOoN7ga The violence broke out Sunday after Khamenei, 86, died in airstrikes on his Tehran compound on February 28, sparking protests across Pakistan's cities including Karachi, Lahore, and Islamabad. In Karachi, crowds breached outer barriers, leading to clashes with police and rangers that left nine dead—mostly young men—and dozens wounded by gunshots, while U.S. Marines reportedly fired on some protesters. Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif called for calm, directing police to show compassion and even provide iftar meals to demonstrators during Ramadan, as authorities worked to contain the unrest without further fatalities. Sun, 01 Mar 2026 19:39:17 +0000 https://uzax.com/@uzax/WBr6LOkp https://uzax.com/@uzax/WBr6LOkp U.S. Central Command reported the deaths and five serious injuries during strikes that began February 28 on Iranian nuclear sites and Revolutionary Guard targets. Iran retaliated with ballistic missiles and drones aimed at U.S. allies like the UAE, which intercepted most but saw three foreign workers killed and minor damage from debris. CENTCOM denied Iranian claims of hitting the USS Abraham Lincoln, confirmed sinking an Iranian corvette, and echoed President Trump's call for Iran to stand down as regional tensions rise and leaders voice alarm over potential oil disruptions. Sun, 01 Mar 2026 18:21:17 +0000 https://uzax.com/@uzax/DQjVWrlN https://uzax.com/@uzax/DQjVWrlN 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. Sun, 01 Mar 2026 17:58:16 +0000