United Arab Emirates Euronews journalists in Dubai report multiple drone attacks on residential areas Euronews journalists in Dubai report explosions and missile strike on a residential area, with fires engulfing buildings and evacuations underway. Correspondent Jane Witherspoon says panic spread as people fled the Palm tourist district following the latest blasts. 28/02/2026
Bahrain Moment Iranian strike hits US military base in Bahrain Black smoke rose over Manama after Iran’s Revolutionary Guard said it struck the US 5th Fleet in Bahrain in retaliation for joint US-Israel attacks. A centre at the headquarters of the US Fifth Fleet was hit by a 'missile attack', the country's authorities announced in a statement. 28/02/2026
Qatar Qatar warns it may respond after intercepting missiles Qatar strongly condemned Iranian missile attacks on its territory calling them a blatant violation of sovereignty. Air defences intercepted multiple waves over Doha, as authorities urged calm. 28/02/2026
Israel “Help has arrived,” Netanyahu says, urging Iranians to "take your destiny" Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Israel and the US launched a joint operation against Iran to counter what he called an “existential threat.” He urged Iranians to “take your destiny into your own hands.” President Donald Trump said US forces had begun "major combat operations". 28/02/2026
Iran Footage shows destruction in Iran following US-Israeli strikes Iranian state television reported that US and Israeli strikes hit a girls’ elementary school in Minab. Separate footage released Saturday showed destruction in Tehran, including a crater, smoke and damaged buildings following reported attacks. 28/02/2026
Business What does the US-Israel attack on Iran mean for oil prices? The US and Israel launched a joint operation at Iran on Saturday morning. Iran retaliated as it had threatened, with explosions reported in the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Bahrain and Kuwait, risking a wider conflict across the region. 28/02/2026
Europe News Europe reacts to US and Israeli attack on Iran as conflict spills over A joint statement by the European Commission and the EU Council noted the developments in Iran were "greatly concerning" and reaffirmed what it called the EU's "steadfast commitment to safeguarding regional security and stability." 28/02/2026
Iran US and Israel launch strikes on Iran – What has happened so far On Saturday morning, the United States and Israel launched coordinated strikes across Iran, prompting retaliatory missile and drone attacks by Iran targeting Israel and US military installations in the Gulf — here is what we know so far. 28/02/2026
Israel Israeli defence systems intercept Iranian missiles over Haifa Israeli defence systems intercepted retaliatory Iranian missiles over Haifa on February 28, leaving trails of smoke across the sky as sirens sounded in the northern port city. The interceptions came after Iran launched missiles in response to US and Israeli strikes targeting several Iranian cities. 28/02/2026
No Comment Sirens sound in Jerusalem and Tehran after Israeli strikes on Iran Air raid sirens and explosions were reported in Haifa, Jerusalem and Tehran after Israel launched what it described as coordinated strikes on Iran. 28/02/2026
Iran Watch: Smoke rising over Jomhouri Square in Tehran following Israeli attack Two loud blasts were heard in Tehran on Saturday morning, as thick plumes of smoke rose over Jomhouri Square and other parts of the capital. The explosions followed an Israeli strike on the city, amid escalating regional tensions. 28/02/2026
Iran Trump said he believes reports of Khamenei death are 'correct' Follow our live coverage of the escalating conflict across the Middle East, which began on Saturday morning with joint US-Israeli air strikes on Iran. 28/02/2026
Food and Drink Ramadan festive foods: Rituals and treats in Syria's month of fasting Ramadan rituals and customs in Syria vary from region to region. Although some of them have been preserved, such as the "whitening of the safra" with milk and the "sukba" between neighbours, nowadays, many tables have been transformed into food baskets distributed by charitable organisations. 28/02/2026
Israel Trump 'not thrilled' with Iran, contemplates military action Top US diplomat Marco Rubio is set to embark on a two-day visit to Israel early next week as tensions remain high following the latest nuclear talks between Washington and Tehran. Travel advisories to Israel have been issued by many countries, prompting many to believe a US attack may be imminent. 27/02/2026
Sport Home Gold Shines on Day 1 in Tashkent Day one of the OTP Group Tashkent Grand Slam 2026 delivered thrilling action. Hui Xinran claimed -48kg gold, Abe Hifumi stunned with the throw of the day, and Shukurjon Aminova secured Uzbekistan’s first gold. A bronze from Doston Ruziev capped a proud start for the host nation. 27/02/2026
Kazakhstan Serbia seeks to strengthen ties in Central Asia This week, Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić went on a diplomatic offensive to secure trade and investment in the east. 27/02/2026
No Comment Civilians caught in crossfire as Pakistan–Afghan border clashes grow Residents in Pakistan’s Bajaur district reported shells hitting civilian homes, with injured families taken to local hospitals as clashes spread across frontier areas. 27/02/2026
No Comment Pakistan and Afghanistan trade border fire as airstrikes hit cities Pakistan is facing renewed fighting along its border with Afghanistan as clashes continue near the Torkham crossing. 27/02/2026
Spotlight Designing resilient settlements in Karabakh In partnership with World Urban Forum Karabakh and East Zangazur are rebuilding through smart villages, sustainable housing and heritage-led urban recovery. 27/02/2026
Afghanistan Will the Pakistan-Taliban conflict turn into a full-blown war? Pakistan and Afghanistan, two countries sharing some 2,600 kilometres of mountainous frontier, are facing a major escalation after several months of "relative calm" and sporadic cross-border strikes. Can it turn into an all-out war? 27/02/2026
Art Venice Biennale Aral Sea show set to explore environmental disaster Once the world’s fourth-largest inland sea, the Aral has lost more than 90% of its volume since the 1960s and is now, largely a desert. At the Venice Biennale, a national pavilion will revisit the environmental disaster through art, folklore and collective memory. 27/02/2026
Iran Iran’s security agents obstruct care for hurt protesters, doctors say Iranian doctors say plainclothes security agents are preventing them from administering treatment to injured protesters in critical condition. They say the officers are also harassing hospital staff and have detained dozens of doctors for performing their duties. 27/02/2026
Azerbaijan Khojaly tragedy remembered as region moves towards peace Commemorations are taking place to mourn the deaths of hundreds killed in February 1992 in the town of Khojaly during the Karabakh conflict between Armenia and Azerbaijan. 27/02/2026
No Comment Ramadan in Gaza marked by grief amid fragile ceasefire and ruins Ramadan in Gaza unfolds amid mourning, destroyed homes, and mass displacement, while UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Türk warns of long-term consequences. 27/02/2026
Pakistan Pakistan declares 'open war' with Afghanistan and strikes Kabul Pakistan's latest operation came after Afghan Taliban forces attacked Pakistani border troops on Thursday night over earlier air strikes by Islamabad, and follows months of border clashes. 27/02/2026
Afghanistan Taliban launch large-scale offensive operations against Pakistan The Taliban forces said they attacked Pakistani army at the border between Afghanistan and Pakistan in retaliation for deadly strikes earlier this week, capturing several army outposts. 26/02/2026