At least 1,230 people have been killed in Iran, 397 in Lebanon, 11 in Israel and seven Americans since the war between the United States, Israel and Iran began. In Lebanon, the fighting has displaced more than half a million people, though authorities say the real number is likely higher. The official figure of 517,000 reflects only those who registered on the government’s online portal.Israel has issued evacuation warnings for dozens of villages across southern Lebanon and the entirety of Beirut’s southern suburbs, forcing families to seek shelter in schools, cars and open areas near the Mediterranean coast.
Beyond the battlefield, the conflict has triggered a widening humanitarian and economic shock.
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Global energy markets have been rattled, pushing oil prices above $100 a barrel and tightening natural gas supplies after QatarEnergy halted production.Israel’s renewed offensive followed rocket attacks launched toward northern Israel by Hezbollah during the opening days of the Iran war.
Day 1: US-Israel strike kills Iran’s Supreme Leader
The war in the Middle East began on February 28 with a massive joint strike by the United States and Israel targeting military bases, missile launch sites and strategic facilities across Iran, including in Tehran, Isfahan and Kermanshah.The most dramatic development was the killing of Iran Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei in what analysts described as a “decapitation strike” aimed at crippling Iran’s leadership. Several senior military commanders were also reported killed.According to reports, the strike involved the Blue Sparrow missile, which briefly travelled toward space before descending at high speed. Israeli officials said the missile struck Khamenei’s guarded compound in Tehran during a meeting of senior officials, killing the 86-year-old cleric.Iran responded quickly, launching missiles and drones toward Israel and US military facilities in the region. Air-raid sirens sounded across Israeli cities as defence systems were activated.
Day 2: Iran launches major retaliation
On the second day, Iran escalated its response with waves of ballistic missiles and drones targeting Israeli territory. Several missiles struck infrastructure sites, though many were intercepted by Israeli air-defence systems.At the same time, the United States expanded its air campaign, striking missile launchers, air-defence systems and facilities linked to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps.Iran also began directing attacks toward American bases and allied states across the Middle East, signalling the conflict would expand beyond Iran and Israel.
Day 3: Hezbollah opens a northern front
The war widened on the third day when the Lebanese militant group Hezbollah launched rockets from southern Lebanon toward northern Israel.Israel responded with heavy airstrikes on Hezbollah positions in Beirut’s southern suburbs and other areas across Lebanon, targeting weapons depots, command centres and infrastructure linked to the group.More than 200 people were reported killed in Israeli strikes across Lebanon after Hezbollah launched rockets and drones. Among the deadliest attacks were overnight airstrikes on the town of Nabi Chit, where at least 16 people were killed and 35 injured.
Day 4: Gulf tensions rise and shipping threatened
By the fourth day, the conflict began affecting Gulf states hosting American military bases.Iranian missiles and drones were intercepted over countries including Kuwait, Bahrain, Qatar and the United Arab Emirates. Some caused damage when debris fell after interceptions.Tensions also escalated in the Strait of Hormuz, a key maritime corridor for global energy supplies. Threats against shipping routes and attacks on vessels disrupted maritime traffic and raised fears of a wider energy crisis.Oil markets reacted sharply amid concerns about supply disruptions.
Day 5: Gulf states drawn deeper into conflict
On Wednesday, the Iranian warship IRIS Dena was torpedoed by a US submarine about 44 nautical miles (81 km) south of Sri Lanka as it was returning home after participating in naval drills hosted by India. At least 87 people were killed in the strike on the vessel.Meanwhile, air-defence systems in the United Arab Emirates intercepted dozens of projectiles. Debris caused damage in parts of Dubai, including near the international airport and coastal areas.In Bahrain, a missile struck a state-run oil refinery, triggering a fire that was later contained.Kuwait temporarily suspended operations at the US embassy after missiles and drones were detected heading toward the country.Saudi Arabia also reported intercepting drones and a cruise missile targeting military and energy infrastructure near the Ras Tanura refinery.
Day 6: US-Israel intensify strike campaign
By day six, the United States and Israel significantly intensified their operations inside Iran.US military officials said hundreds of targets were struck over a 72-hour period, including ballistic missile launchers, military compounds and naval facilities.Israeli officials claimed roughly 80 percent of Iran’s air-defence systems had been destroyed.Iranian authorities said the death toll from strikes had risen to more than 1,300 people nationwide, with heavy damage reported in multiple cities.Iran continued launching missiles toward Israel, although US officials said the frequency had declined compared with earlier days of the war.
Day 7: Conflict spreads across the region
By the seventh day, fighting had spread across multiple fronts.Israel intensified strikes on Hezbollah targets in Lebanon and issued evacuation warnings for parts of Beirut’s southern suburbs and the Bekaa Valley.Clashes were reported along the Lebanon-Syria border, while rockets and drones targeted installations hosting American forces near Baghdad and in the Kurdish region around Erbil.Explosions were also heard in Dubai and Manama as air-defence systems intercepted incoming projectiles.Traffic through the Strait of Hormuz slowed dramatically, disrupting global trade routes.US President Donald Trump demanded Iran’s “unconditional surrender”, ruling out immediate negotiations.
Day 8: Heavy bombardment and regional strikes continue
Israel deployed around 80 jets in a large wave of strikes targeting military infrastructure in Iran. Explosions were reported across Tehran, and footage showed a fire at Mehrabad Airport.Residents described intense bombardment and widespread fear as an internet blackout limited access to news and warning systems.Missile and drone attacks were also reported across Gulf states, including Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Bahrain and the UAE. Saudi Arabia said it intercepted 16 drones targeting the Shaybah oil field.Meanwhile, drones and rockets continued to target Israel, while eight Israeli soldiers were wounded by Hezbollah fire.Flights to and from Dubai briefly halted before resuming later in the day.
Day 9: Civilian targets hit as casualties mount
Missile strikes also continued across Gulf nations, with Bahrain reporting damage to buildings and infrastructure.Bahrain accused Iran of striking one of its desalination plants, raising fears over water security in Gulf states that rely heavily on such facilities.A projectile struck a residential compound in Saudi Arabia’s Al-Kharj Governorate, killing two people and injuring 12 others.In Israel, the military reported its first soldier deaths of the war. Two soldiers were killed in southern Lebanon during fighting with Hezbollah.
Day 10: Iran names new Supreme Leader
On the tenth day, Iran announced that Mojtaba Khamenei, the son of the late Supreme Leader, would succeed his father as the country’s new ruler.The cleric, known to have close ties with the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, assumed leadership as Iran continued missile and drone attacks across the region.The US military said one American service member had died of injuries from an Iranian attack on troops in Saudi Arabia, bringing the total number of US soldiers killed to seven.Saudi Arabia said it intercepted a drone targeting the Shaybah oil field and warned Iran it would be the “biggest loser” if attacks continued.The United States also began withdrawing non-essential diplomatic staff and families from Saudi Arabia and other Gulf countries due to rising security risks.
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