War
The US and Israel are discussing a possible ground operation to seize Iranian uranium
The United States and Israel are considering the possibility of conducting an operation involving special forces to gain control of Iran's stockpiles of highly enriched uranium. Discussions are focused on potential actions at a later stage of the war.
The UAE denied involvement in the attack on a desalination plant in Iran
There have been reports in the media about a possible attack by the United Arab Emirates on a desalination plant in Iran. A representative of the UAE stated that his country was not involved in this attack.
The US approved the sale of $151.8 million worth of weapons to Israel without congressional review.
The administration of US President Donald Trump has approved the possible sale of $151.8 million worth of weapons to Israel. To do so, it used emergency powers that allow it to bypass the congressional review process.
Saudi Arabia warned Iran of a possible response in the event of new attacks
Saudi Arabia has signalled to Iran its readiness for a diplomatic settlement of the conflict with the United States, but warned against attacks on its territory and energy infrastructure. If these continue, Riyadh may respond.
Russian military navigation system found in drone that struck RAF base in Cyprus
The Iranian drone that attacked the British RAF Akrotiri airbase in Cyprus was equipped with Russian navigation equipment. Parts of the aircraft were sent to a laboratory in the UK for further investigation.
The war with Iran has accelerated the Pentagon's negotiations with Ukraine on drones.
The Iranian counterattack exposed the vulnerability of the United States and its allies in the region and added urgency to negotiations on cooperation with Ukraine in the field of countering drones. For Kyiv, this was another opportunity to offer Washington the practical experience gained during the war with Russia.
The US is sending drones tested in Ukraine to the Middle East to combat Iranian drones
The US Army is deploying anti-drone systems to the Middle East that were previously used during the war in Ukraine. They are planned to be used to counter Iranian drone attacks in the region.
Ships in the Persian Gulf began calling themselves Chinese to avoid Iranian attacks
Some ships in the Persian Gulf that are under threat of attack are changing their transponder signals and identifying themselves as Chinese. Crews are taking these measures in an attempt to reduce the risk of attack.
Israel announced its first strikes on Iran's oil infrastructure
The Israeli military reported the first air strikes on Iran's oil infrastructure. Oil tanks in Tehran were targeted.
In the Krasnodar region, a fire broke out at an oil depot in Armavir after a drone attack.
On the night of 8 March, a fire broke out at an oil depot in the city of Armavir in the Krasnodar Krai after a drone attack. The fire engulfed fuel tanks on the premises.
Trump realises he needs Europe now that he is waging war in Iran
Following the start of the US military campaign against Iran, Donald Trump's administration is forced to rely on the infrastructure and geographical capabilities of its European allies. This includes military bases, airspace and logistics routes, which remain important for the operation.
China prepares to assist Iran
American intelligence has information about China's possible preparations to provide assistance to Iran amid the war in the region. This includes financial support, spare parts and components for missiles.
