The Times Of India | Mar 02, 2026 , 07:18:17 IST

US-Israel Strikes On Iran Live Updates: Hours after Hezbollah attack on Israel, massive explosions reported in Beirut

Israel Attack Iran Live Updates: Iran on Sunday appointed senior cleric Ayatollah Arafi as the interim Supreme Leader after Ali Khamenei's death in US-Israel strikes, state news agency IRNA reported.Moreover, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian condemned the killing of Khamenei as “an open declaration of war against Muslims, and particularly against Shiites, everywhere in the world,” following his death in a sweeping assault on Iran carried out by Israel and the United States.US President Donald Trump early Sunday announced that Iran's Ayatollah Khamenei was killed in the US-Israel strike. Trump called Khamenei "one of the most evil men in history". Strikes continued in Israel as an Iranian missile strike in Tel Aviv killed one and injured 22 others.Israel launched a daylight strike on Saturday targeting Tehran, the capital of Iran, with plumes of smoke seen rising from the city’s downtown area. The attack reportedly occurred near offices associated with Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. It was not immediately clear whether the 86-year-old leader was present at the time. Khamenei has not appeared publicly in recent days amid rising tensions with the United States.Israeli defence minister Israel Katz described the operation as “to remove threats,” but provided no further details. The strike comes as Washington has deployed a substantial fleet of fighter jets and warships to the region in an effort to pressure Iran over its nuclear programme. Tehran has warned that any escalation could result in attacks on American military personnel and bases across the region.Witnesses in Tehran reported hearing the first blast near Khamenei’s office. Iranian state television later confirmed the explosion without specifying a cause. Following the strikes, Iran shut down its airspace, issuing warnings to pilots as additional explosions were reported across the capital.Meanwhile, sirens sounded across Israel, prompting the Israeli military to issue a “proactive alert” and advise civilians to be ready for possible missile attacks. The Israel Defence Forces (IDF) Home Front Command warned citizens to stay close to bomb shelters and avoid non-essential travel, although it noted that immediate sheltering was not required.The situation affected international travel as well. Passengers at Tel Aviv airport, including those on Air India flight AI 140 to New Delhi, were asked to abandon their baggage and rush to bomb shelters. Air India announced it will suspend operations on the sector for a week to monitor the evolving situation.The attack marks a serious escalation in the region, reflecting ongoing tensions between Israel, Iran, and the United States. The full extent of casualties, if any, remains unknown, and both military and diplomatic responses are being closely monitored.
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01:23 PM (IST)

"Iran is the world's number one state sponsor of terror, and just recently killed tens of thousands of its own citizens on the street as they protested. It has always been the policy of the United States, in particular my administration, that this terrorist regime can never have a nuclear weapon. I'll say it again, they can never have a nuclear weapon...We warned them never to resume their malicious pursuit of nuclear weapons, and we sought repeatedly to make a deal. We tried. They wanted to do it. They didn't want to do it. Again, they wanted to do it. They didn't want to do it. They didn't know what was happening. They just wanted to practice evil. But Iran refused, just as it has for decades and decades. They rejected every opportunity to renounce their nuclear ambitions, and we can't take it anymore. Instead, they attempted to rebuild their nuclear program and to continue developing long-range missiles that can now threaten our very good friends and allies in Europe, our troops stationed overseas, and could soon reach the American homeland...For these reasons, the United States military has undertaken a massive and ongoing operation to prevent this very wicked, radical dictatorship from threatening America and our core national security interests...We're going to annihilate their Navy. We're going to ensure that the region's terrorist proxies can no longer destabilise the region or the world."

US President Donald Trump
01:22 PM (IST)

Trump confirms US joins combat operations in Iran following Israeli strikes

President Donald Trump announced that the United States has begun “major combat operations in Iran” after Israel launched daylight attacks on Tehran, targeting military and intelligence sites.

The strikes occurred near the offices of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.

01:13 PM (IST)

'Operation Lion's Roar': Israel names its offensive strike against Iran

Israel has named its operation against Iran as “Lion’s Roar,” according to Times of Israel. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu decided upon the name, after the IDF had a different internal name for the strikes. The name of the last IDF operation targeting Iran, in June 2025, was “Rising Lion.”

01:10 PM (IST)

Iran warns of ‘crushing’ retaliation

Iran is preparing a strong response after Israel launched an attack on Tehran on Saturday, an Iranian official told Reuters.

The official said the retaliation “will be crushing,” signaling a possible escalation in the region. The warning comes as tensions remain high following daylight strikes by Israel targeting military sites near the offices of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.

01:05 PM (IST)

Indian embassy issues advisory amid Iran-Israel conflict

01:03 PM (IST)

Video: Sirens heard in Jerusalem and Tel Aviv as Israel launches offensive

01:01 PM (IST)

Khamenei’s offices targeted: Tehran under attack, Israel urges caution

Daylight Israeli strikes hit Tehran, including locations near Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei’s offices. While Khamenei’s presence at the time is unknown, the attack has prompted widespread concern. Israeli authorities issued public alerts, urging citizens to stay in proximity to protected areas.

Simultaneously, the US participated in the operation to enforce pressure on Iran’s nuclear program. Tehran’s reaction remains uncertain, but officials have warned American forces in the region could be targeted. Smoke and loud blasts were reported throughout the Iranian capital.

01:00 PM (IST)

Israel shuts airspace after Tehran strikes amid rising tensions

Israel closed its civilian airspace Saturday after preventive strikes on Iran, with sirens sounding across major cities including Jerusalem. The Ministry of Transportation directed the Civil Aviation Authority to halt all flights following military operations targeting Tehran. The Israeli military emphasized that the precaution was to prepare citizens for potential missile launches. Meanwhile, reports indicate the US also took part in the strikes. Iran has not confirmed casualties but has warned that US and allied forces remain targets for retaliation.

12:57 PM (IST)

Israel alerts citizens as preventive strikes hit Iran

Following daylight strikes on Tehran, the Israel Defence Forces issued an urgent advisory, instructing civilians to remain close to protected areas. Advanced alerts were sent to mobile devices, warning of potential missile threats in response to the operation. Israel Katz, the defense minister, called the strike “to remove threats.” Iran has warned of retaliatory action against US military personnel and bases in the region. Meanwhile, Israel closed its airspace to civilian flights, with authorities preparing for possible escalation.

12:57 PM (IST)

Tehran attack live: Smoke, explosions hit Iranian capital

Tehran witnessed a series of explosions on Saturday following Israeli preventive strikes targeting military infrastructure. Witnesses reported dense smoke rising from the downtown area near Khamenei’s offices. Israel has stressed the operation was aimed at neutralizing threats. The strike coincides with a significant US military presence in the region, including fighter jets and warships, intended to pressure Iran on nuclear negotiations. Sirens were simultaneously sounded across Israel as authorities advised citizens to stay near protected spaces.

12:56 PM (IST)

Israel-Iran conflict: US joins strikes amid nuclear tensions

The United States joined Israel in daylight strikes on Tehran, aimed at exerting pressure over Iran’s nuclear program. Reports indicate that multiple military sites were targeted. President Donald Trump, speaking hours before the attack, said his administration faced a “big decision” over Iran, citing ongoing threats and nuclear developments.

Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei’s current whereabouts remain unknown. While Iran has threatened retaliatory action against US forces in the region, the full extent of damage from the strikes is still being assessed.

12:56 PM (IST)

Israel attacks Iran live: Massive blasts rock Tehran as preventive strike unfolds

A massive cloud of smoke rose over Tehran after Israel launched a daylight preventive strike targeting military sites, including areas near Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei’s offices.

Loud explosions were reported across the capital. Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz described the action as “to remove threats,” without elaborating. The United States reportedly participated in the operation, while Iranian authorities have yet to confirm casualties. Tensions escalate as both nations monitor possible retaliatory measures.

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