Asia

Iran

Iranian regime 'are toast,' US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth says

Explosions sounded in Tehran on Wednesday with the war now in its fifth day as Iran continues to cause anger in Gulf states with repeated strikes targeting US military assets.

04/03/2026

Qatar

'Iran's attack will not go unanswered,' Qatar's foreign ministry says

Qatar's Foreign Ministry said Iran's attacks have crossed "every red line" and condemned the strikes which targeted civilian areas and facilities.

03/03/2026

Iran

What is Iran's Assembly of Experts and who will succeed Khamenei?

The death of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has plunged Iran into a wartime leadership crisis. A temporary council runs the country while the Assembly of Experts — whose headquarters were hit in US-Israeli strikes on Tuesday — must select a successor.

03/03/2026

Qatar

Euronews correspondent reports from Doha as regional conflict continues into day four

Euronews correspondent Aadel Haleem in Doha reports on the latest developments as the conflict intensifies across the Middle East. Missiles were intercepted over the Qatari capital overnight, while airspace remains closed and shelter-in-place measures continue.

03/03/2026

Travel News

How do flight tracking websites work?

With airspaces closed across the Middle East due to the Israel-Iran conflict, we explain the data behind real-time tracking of the world’s aviation industry.

03/03/2026

Sci-Tech

Japan’s new space pioneers

In partnership with The Government of Japan

Japan is transforming space technology into commercial solutions to safeguard Earth’s increasingly crowded orbit.

03/03/2026

Iran

Tehran vows to strike European countries if they join Iran war

In an official announcement in Tehran on Tuesday, the Iranian foreign ministry spokesperson said that any action by Europeans will be regarded as an “act of war” and met with a response targeting Europe's cities.

03/03/2026

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Israelis celebrate Purim in bomb shelter amid missile alerts

Hundreds gathered in an underground parking shelter in Tel Aviv to celebrate Purim, as public events were restricted and missile alerts continued.

03/03/2026

Saudi Arabia

Images show damage at US Embassy in Riyadh after drone strike

Footage shows damage to the US Embassy compound in Riyadh a day after a drone strike caused a small fire and minor structural damage, according to Saudi authorities. The embassy said it would remain closed following the incident.

03/03/2026

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Trump may accept leadership from reformed Iran regime, Petraeus says

The former CIA chief David Petraeus told Euronews it is possible a more moderate figurehead could emerge who “wants to sail straight”, but that this would be “a dramatic departure” from the current situation.

03/03/2026

Iran

Euroviews. Europe must prepare now for the Tehran regime's fall in Iran

In an opinion piece for Euronews, German SPD politician Danial Ilkhanipour explains why many Iranians see the regime’s end approaching – and fear a deal more than the war.

03/03/2026

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Workers clear rubble after US-Israeli strikes damage buildings in Tehran

Machinery removed debris from damaged buildings in Tehran after overnight US-Israeli strikes, as residents described fear during the attacks

03/03/2026

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Iraqi police fire tear gas at pro-Iran protest near US embassy in Baghdad

Police dispersed dozens of Iraqis protesting in support of Iran near Baghdad's Green Zone on Monday night.

03/03/2026

Travel News

GCC countries waive visa fines for stranded travellers

In Qatar, visit visas have automatically been extended by one month, while the UAE has said affected tourists will not have to pay any fines when they leave the country.

03/03/2026

Lebanon

Israel deploys additional troops to Lebanon amid Hezbollah attacks

The death of Iran's Ayatollah Khamenei triggered waves of rocket and drone attacks on Israel by Hezbollah, prompting Israel to respond with airstrikes against the militant group.

03/03/2026

Culture news

UNESCO shares concerns over protection of cultural heritage sites

The United Nations cultural agency, UNESCO, has expressed concerns over escalating violence in the Middle East after Iran's Golestan Palace was damaged by debris after a US-Israeli air strike on Tehran.

03/03/2026

United Arab Emirates

UAE and Qatar to cover hotel and meal costs for those stranded

Hotels are being asked to extend stays until airport operations resume and tourists are able to leave.

03/03/2026

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Building collapses in southern Lebanon after Israeli strike targets Hezbollah-linked institution

A building collapses and smoke billows into the air as Israel targets offices of Al-Qard Al-Hassan, a Hezbollah-linked financial institution.

03/03/2026

Iran

US 'stupid' to attack Iran during nuclear talks, UN ambassador says

Air strikes continued across the region on Tuesday as Iran showed no signs of backing down after the US and Israel launched an attack at the weekend that killed Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.

03/03/2026

Azerbaijan

Hundreds have fled from Iran to Azerbaijan amid intensifying conflict

Estimates suggest that at least 370-400 people have safely sought refuge in Azerbaijan after crossing the Astara border checkpoint. Some 100 of those were Azerbaijani nationals with the rest being expats from 19 different countries.

02/03/2026

Iran

Why the Strait of Hormuz is crucial to global oil and maritime trade

The Strait of Hormuz is a key shipping lane linking the Gulf to global markets, with a large share of the world’s oil and gas passing through it daily. Disruptions caused by tensions between Iran, the US and Israel risk affecting energy supplies and international trade. Watch the video for more.

02/03/2026

Travel News

European tourists share what it’s like being stuck in the Middle East

Dubai has long been marketed as a safe, stable oasis in a troubled region, so the situation has left tourists and residents shaken.

02/03/2026

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Tel Aviv residents assess damage after Iranian missile strike kills one

Residents in Tel Aviv surveyed damage after an Iranian missile strike killed one woman, as sirens and further alerts sent people back to shelters.

02/03/2026

Travel News

Middle East travellers warned about fake airline support accounts

Passengers requesting information about scheduled flights from airlines such as Emirates and Etihad are being approached by users asking for their contact details.

02/03/2026

Tech News

Israel and Iran escalate cyber attacks after Operation Epic Fury

Israel, Iran, and the US are engaged in a rapidly escalating cyber conflict that targets each other’s governments, militaries and critical infrastructure.

02/03/2026

Europe Today

Watch: Khamenei rule and the three pillars of power — what were they?

The ayatollah's death ends almost 37 years of his absolute rule over Iran. Looking at his legacy, we see a combination of religious authority, military might, and regional influence. And what your reporter sees are three pillars of power. Let's analyse them.

02/03/2026