Why China is staying on the sidelines of the US-Iran conflict

China and Iran may be strategic partners but, as was the case with America’s special operation in Venezuela in January, China has offered no security support to Iran over the US and Israeli attacks. The decision was based on a consideration of Beijing’s own interests, its ties with the US and other countries, and to … Read more

Live Updates: Israel, US pummel regime across Iran

Live Updates: Israel, US pummel regime across Iran | The Jerusalem Post Iranian missile hits in central Israel • US denies targeting school in Iran • Iranian Quds Force Lebanon Corps commander Daoud Ali Zadeh was killed in Tehran. Smoke plumes rise following missile strikes in Tehran on March 1, 2026. (photo credit: ATTA KENARE … Read more

U.S. embassy in Riyadh hit by drones

South Korean defense stocks see massive surge on Iran war South Korean defense stocks pared gains, but still saw massive spikes on Tuesday after the country’s markets returned from a public holiday, as the Iran war fueled interest in defense names globally. Heavyweight Hanwha Aerospace, which is South Korea’s largest defense manufacturer, saw shares surge … Read more

Indonesia ‘Regrets’ US Attack on Iran, Says Prabowo Willing to Mediate

TEMPO.CO, Jakarta – Indonesia says it “deeply regrets” the failure of the negotiations between the US and Iran, which has led to military escalation in the Middle East region. The statement, released by Indonesia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs on the X social media platform on Saturday, February 28, 2026, refers to the joint attack by Washington and … Read more

Trump confirms US has launched 'major combat operations in Iran' as explosions heard in Tehran – The Journal

Trump confirms US has launched ‘major combat operations in Iran’ as explosions heard in Tehran  The Journal US and Israel launch attack on Iran, as Trump says ‘major combat operations’ under way – follow live  BBC Israel announces ‘pre-emptive strike’ on Iran  RTE.ie Israel launches attack on Iran, explosions in downtown Tehran  Al Jazeera Live updates: US and Israel … Read more

Indonesia Ready to Evacuate Citizens in Iran Amid US Tension

TEMPO.CO, Jakarta – The Indonesian Ministry of Foreign Affairs has assured that the Indonesian Embassy in Tehran is continuously monitoring the condition of Indonesian citizens in Iran amid escalating tensions with the United States, and has prepared evacuation options if necessary. According to Heni Hamidah, Acting Director of the Protection of Indonesian Citizens Abroad (PWNI), although the situation … Read more

US forces build up in Middle East ahead of potential strikes against Iran – The Journal

US forces build up in Middle East ahead of potential strikes against Iran  The Journal Trump weighing strike as Iran plans nuclear deal proposal  RTE.ie Huge scale of US military build-up increases likelihood of attack on Iran  The Irish Times Missed Funerals and Blocked Toilets: Iran Deployment Takes a Toll on U.S. Sailors  The Wall Street Journal What Would … Read more

Iran threatens to instantly strike US bases and carriers in event of attack – The Journal

Iran threatens to instantly strike US bases and carriers in event of attack  The Journal Wounded but still dangerous: How Iran could strike back if Trump attacks  CNN Iran rejects Trump’s threats, says ready to respond to any US attack  Al Jazeera Iran has ‘fingers on the trigger’ as standoff with US intensifies  The Times A Battered Iran Is … Read more