US–Israel war on Iran, day 30: Tehran warns Washington against ground invasion as regional talks continue

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The Saudi Ministry of Defence announced on Monday that five ballistic missiles were detected and intercepted heading towards the Eastern Region.

This was reported by the Saudi Press Agency, quoting Major General Turki Al-Malki, the official spokesperson for the ministry.

The Saudi Ministry of Defence had earlier announced the detection and destruction of a cruise missile heading towards the same region.

Kuwait's Ministry of Electricity has reported that the service building in one of its power stations and water desalination plants was damaged due to an Iranian attack on the State of Kuwait, according to the official news agency.

KUNA reported that technical teams and emergency units immediately activated approved emergency plans to address the repercussions of the incident and ensure the continuity of operational efficiency.

UAE authorities confirmed that air defence systems responded to a missile threat, following precautionary alerts sent out to residents across the country.

The authorities thanked the residents for their cooperation, reassuring that the situation is currently safe, while urging them to remain cautious and take necessary precautions.

The authorities have also urged the public not to circulate rumours and to obtain information solely from official sources.

Abu Dhabi: The UAE Ministry of Defence (MOD) confirmed that air defence systems are responding to missile threats, urging residents to immediately seek a safe place in the closest secure building, steer away from windows, doors and open areas.

The Jordan Armed Forces announced on Sunday that Iran had targeted the Kingdom with one missile and two drones over the past 24 hours.

The Military Media Directorate at the General Command said the Royal Jordanian Air Force intercepted the missile and the two drones.

Meanwhile, the Public Security Directorate spokesperson said the relevant units had handled 26 reports over the past 24 hours involving the fall of shrapnel and projectiles.

The RAF Regiment Gunners successfully engaged and destroyed 7 one-way Iranian attack drones overnight, according to the UK Ministry of Defence.

In its March 29 operational update on defensive missions in the Middle East, the ministry stated the mission continues — and the Royal Air Force (RAF)’s new generation of “aces” is proving highly effective at it.

The Council of the League of Arab States, at the level of Foreign Ministers, has renewed its full and strongest condemnation of Iran's deliberate and unprovoked attacks against the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, the United Arab Emirates, the Kingdom of Bahrain, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, the Sultanate of Oman, the State of Qatar, the State of Kuwait, and the Republic of Iraq.

The UAE has condemned in the strongest terms Iran’s unprovoked terrorist attack targeting a military camp in the State of Kuwait, which resulted in the injury of 10 members of the armed forces, in a flagrant violation of international law.

In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) affirmed that this aggression constitutes a violation of the sovereignty of the State of Kuwait and a threat to its security and stability, and further represents a dangerous escalation that threatens the security of GCC states and the wider region.

The UAE expressed its full solidarity with Kuwait, stressing its support for all measures aimed at safeguarding its security and stability.

Cruise missile targeting Eastern Province intercepted and destroyed, according to the Saudi Ministry of Defence.

Saudi Arabian low-cost Flyadeal has cancelled flights to Dubai, Amman and Damascus until April 14 due to the US-Israel war in Iran.

The Israeli military announced on Sunday evening it had launched new strikes on targets across Tehran, after it had detected seven new incoming missile salvoes fired from Iran during the day.

"The IDF is currently striking Iranian terror regime targets across Tehran," the military said.

The RAF Regiment Gunners successfully engaged and destroyed 7 one-way Iranian attack drones overnight using ground-based counter-drone systems, according to the UK Ministry of Defence.

In its March 29 operational update on defensive missions in the Middle East, the ministry stated the mission continues — and the Royal Air Force (RAF)’s new generation of “aces” is proving highly effective at it.

Iran's new supreme leader Mojtaba Khamenei has in a written message thanked the people of Iraq for their support in the war against the United States and Israel, Iranian media said on Sunday.

Mojtaba , the son of former supreme leader Ali Khamenei who was killed in an airstrike at the start of the war on February 28, has still yet to appear in public after being named and has only issued a handful of written statements

In the a message, Khamenei "expressed his appreciation to the supreme religious authority (in Iraq) and the people of Iraq for their clear stance against aggression against Iran and their support for our country", the ISNA news agency said, referring to the Iraq-based Grand Ayatollah Ali Sistani, one of the most revered figures in Shia Islam.

The message was delivered following a meeting between the Islamic Supreme Council of Iraq, a Shia party, and the Iranian ambassador to Baghdad, it said.

No further details were given on how the message was transmitted.

Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, condemned in the strongest terms the targeting of, and threats to target, civilian infrastructure and civilian facilities in the region, including schools, universities, hospitals, desalination plants, energy facilities, transportation hubs, and residential areas.

Iran’s Ministry of Energy announced: "Minutes ago, following attacks targeting electricity sector facilities in Tehran Province, parts of Tehran city, and Alborz Province, power was cut off in these areas. Work is underway to resolve the issue."

The US embassy in Qatar is warning its citizens in the country to be prepared for any attacks and says it’s reducing its consular services.

Pakistan's foreign minister says Islamabad will soon host talks between the US and Iran.

Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar made the announcement Sunday. He did not specify whether the talks would be direct or indirect. There was no immediate word from the US or Iran.

"Pakistan is very happy that both Iran and the U.S. have expressed their confidence in Pakistan's facilitation" of the talks, which will happen in the "coming days," Dar said in a televised speech after top diplomats from regional countries met in Islamabad.

He said the foreign ministers of Turkey, Egypt and Saudi Arabia endorsed Pakistan's peace efforts. The ministers are expected to meet again Monday.

Iran's annual inflation rate rose to 50.6 per cent by mid-March, up three percentage points from the previous month, the country's official statistics centre said on Sunday.

"The inflation rate for the 12 months ending in Esfand (from February 20 to March 20) reached 50.6 per cent,"the centre said in a statement carried by the official IRNA news agency.

The rate had stood at 47.5 per cent in the previous month, covering the period from January 21 to February 19.

The rise in prices comes with Iran at war with the United States and Israel since February 28, when strikes that killed the country's supreme leader triggered a conflict that has since spread across the Middle East.

Kuwait's Foreign Minister Sheikh Jarrah Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah reaffirmed today the State of Kuwait's condemnation and denunciation, in the strongest terms, of the brutal Iranian aggression against the countries of the region. This includes the systematic targeting originating from Iranian territory against the State of Kuwait in a blatant violation of its sovereignty and a breach of international law, international humanitarian law, and the United Nations Charter.

KUNA quoted Sheikh Jarrah Al-Sabah stating in a speech during the 165th ordinary session of the Arab League Council at the ministerial level - held via videoconference - that the brutal Iranian aggression has caused the loss of martyrs and injuries, while exposing citizens, residents, and residential neighborhoods to danger and destroying vital civilian facilities and infrastructure

Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Sunday that he had ordered the military to "further expand" a security zone in Lebanon as Israel continues its campaign in the neighbouring country.

"In Lebanon, I have just ordered the military to further expand the existing security zone," Netanyahu said in a video statement.

"This is intended to definitively neutralise the threat of invasion (by Hezbollah militants) and to keep anti-tank missile fire away from the border."

Meanwhile, Lebanon has said that Israeli strikes have killed more than 1,200 since March 2.

Kuwait's Ministry of Defence announced on Sunday that it had detected and dealt with 14 ballistic missiles and 12 hostile drones in the past 24 hours.

During a media briefing, the Ministry's Spokesman Colonel Saud Al-Atwan said that some of these missiles and drones targeted a Kuwaiti armed forces base, leaving 10 personnel injured and causing material damage to the site.

He quoted by KUNA as adding that depots owned by a private logistics company were targeted during the attack, causing no casualties but only material damage.

Since the start of the aggression on February 28, Kuwait has been hit by a total of 307 ballistic missiles, two cruise missiles and 616 drones.

Air India and Air India Express will together operate 20 scheduled and non-scheduled flights, to and from the West Asia region on 30 March 2026.

This includes 10 non-scheduled flights to and from the United Arab Emirates (UAE), subject to availability of slots and other prevailing conditions at the departure stations at the time. These flights are being operated with the requisite permissions from the relevant Indian and local regulatory authorities in the UAE.

All Air India flights to and from North America, Europe, Australia and other regions continue to operate per schedule.

A university in Iran's central city of Isfahan said it was hit by US-Israeli airstrikes on Sunday for the second time since the war between the foes erupted a month ago.

"Around 2:00 PM (1030 GMT) today, Isfahan University of Technology was targeted for the second time (during the war) by a brutal airstrike of Zionist-American aggressors," the university said in a statement carried by Fars news agency.

"According to initial reports, the attack on one of the university's research institutes also caused damage to several other buildings and resulted in minor injuries to four university staff members," it added.

Kuwait's Ministry of Interior said teams dealt with 11 reports of falling debris over the past 24 hours linked to defensive interception operations, bringing the total number of reports since the start of the incidents to 599.

10 Kuwaiti troops were injured in an Iranian missile attack on an army camp, Kuwait Army said on Sunday.

Iran's nationwide internet blackout was on its 30th consecutive day Sunday, leaving millions cut off from information and communication since the war with the United States and Israel erupted.

"Iran's internet blackout has now entered day 30 as the nationwide censorship measure continues into its fifth week after 696 hours," internet monitoring group NetBlocks said on X on Sunday.

While the domestic intranet remains operational - supporting local messaging apps, banking platforms and other services - access to the global internet has been severely restricted.

Pope Leo XIV warned Sunday that God "does not listen to the prayer of those who wage war" as conflict in the Middle East continues on multiple fronts.

"This is our God... A God who refuses war... who does not listen to the prayer of those who wage war," he said in his Palm Sunday homily.

Speaking after the Angelus prayer, he paid tribute to "the Christians of the Middle East, who suffer the consequences of a terrible conflict and in many cases cannot fully live the rites of these holy days".

The Israeli military said on Sunday that overnight it had attacked a key production facility in Tehran used by Iran's defence ministry to manufacture components for ballistic missiles.

"The site is one of only two of its kind in Iran where critical components were developed for the assembly and operationalisation of missiles set to launch toward the state of Israel," the military said.

The strikes also targeted facilities linked to ballistic missile engines, drone manufacturing, air defence systems and missile storage.

The American University of Beirut (AUB) said on Sunday that it would operate remotely over the next two days, following the Iranian Revolutionary Guards' threat to target American universities in the region.

"At this time, we have no evidence of direct threats against our university, its campuses or medical centres. At the same time, out of an abundance of caution, we will operate fully online on Monday and Tuesday, with the exception of essential personnel," AUB President Fadlo Khouri said in a statement.

Earlier on Sunday, Iran's Revolutionary Guard threatened to target American universities in the Middle East after saying US-Israeli strikes had destroyed two Iranian universities.

Foreign ministers from Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Egypt and Turkey met on Sunday for talks on the war in the Middle East, with Islamabad acting as a go-between between the United States and Iran.

The four-way meeting between the top diplomats saw talks on "a range of issues, including efforts to de-escalate tensions in the region", Pakistan's foreign ministry said.

Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar said the talks, held under tight security at his ministry but without any US, Israeli or Iranian representation, came a "critical moment".

"Our candid and constructive discussions focus on the evolving regional situation and advancing peace and stability, while strengthening our partnership and deepening cooperation," he wrote on X.

The speaker of Iran's parliament accused the United States on Sunday of plotting a ground attack despite publicly pushing for a negotiated deal, after a US warship with around 3,500 military personnel arrived in the Middle East.

Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf's comments come after more than a month of aerial bombardments by Iran by US and Israeli forces, and as key regional players met to hold talks in Pakistan. "The enemy publicly sends messages of negotiation and dialogue while secretly planning a ground attack," Ghalibaf said in a statement carried by the official IRNA news agency.

"Our men are waiting for the arrival of the American soldiers on the ground to set them on fire and punish their regional allies once and for all," he added.

The USS Tripoli, an amphibious assault ship carrying around 3,500 Marines and sailors, arrived in the Middle East on Friday.

The Jordan Armed Forces announced on Sunday that Iran had targeted the Kingdom with one missile and two drones over the past 24 hours.

The Military Media Directorate at the General Command said the Royal Jordanian Air Force intercepted the missile and the two drones.

Meanwhile, the Public Security Directorate spokesperson said the relevant units had handled 26 reports over the past 24 hours involving the fall of shrapnel and projectiles.

The spokesperson said no injuries were recorded as a result of the incidents, while minor material damage was reported to three vehicles.

Spokesperson of the Ministry of Defence Major General Turki Al-Malki said that 10 drones were intercepted and destroyed in the past hours, Saudi Press Agency (SPA) reported Sunday.

Kuwait Airways said on Sunday it will resume commercial flights to and from Lahore, Pakistan, via Dammam Airport in Saudi Arabia, operating two weekly services on Wednesdays and Saturdays from April 1.

Abdulwahab Al Shatti, Acting CEO of  Kuwait Airways, said the carrier is adopting a flexible approach that responds to changing operational conditions while enhancing service readiness for passengers.

He also said the airline is offering a Saudi visa application service for residents, subject to prior booking on Kuwait Airways flights.

Iran's navy chief Shahram Irani said Sunday that the USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier would be targeted by the Islamic republic if it comes within range.

"As soon as the USS Abraham Lincoln carrier strike group comes within firing range, we will avenge the blood of the martyrs of the Dena warship by launching various types of sea-to-sea missiles," Irani was quoted as saying by state TV, referring to an Iranian frigate sunk by the US on March 4.

Bahrain has imposed a night-time ban on maritime movement for fishing and leisure vessels, citing safety concerns amid what authorities described as ongoing Iranian attacks involving missiles and drones.

In a statement, the Ministry of Interior said the restriction will apply daily from 6pm to 4am starting immediately and will remain in force until further notice as part of measures aimed at protecting the kingdom’s coastline and ensuring the safety of citizens and residents.

The ministry urged all seafarers and recreational boat users to comply with the curfew and avoid approaching coastal areas during the restricted hours, warning that violations could result in legal action.

It said the measures are part of ongoing efforts to enhance maritime safety and maintain a high level of readiness in light of the current security situation.

UAE Air Defence systems are actively engaging missiles and drone threats coming from Iran, reported WAM.

Authorities have emphasised that all systems are operational and focused on protecting national airspace and ensuring the safety of residents. The public has been urged to follow official guidance and rely only on verified information as the situation unfolds.

Any political solution to the Iranian aggression against Gulf countries must include clear guarantees to prevent future attacks and uphold the principle of non-aggression, Dr Anwar Gargash, Diplomatic Adviser to the UAE President, has said.

Writing on X, Gargash stressed that any settlement should also include Iranian compensation for the targeting of civilians and vital infrastructure.

Gargash added that Iran had misled its neighbours about its intentions before the war, despite sincere Gulf efforts to avoid escalation.

“Iran deceived its neighbours prior to the war regarding its intentions and revealed premeditated aggression despite their genuine efforts to avoid it, making these two tracks essential in dealing with a regime that has become the primary threat to Gulf security,” he added.

The UAE air defences engaged 16 ballistic missiles and 42 UAV's launched from Iran on Sunday.

Since the start of the blatant Iranian attacks, UAE air defences have engaged 414 ballistic missiles, 15 cruise missiles and 1,914 UAVs.

The attacks resulted in the martyrdom of 2 members of the armed forces while performing their national duty, in addition to the martyrdom of a Moroccan civilian contracted by the Armed Forces, as well as 8 fatalities of Pakistani, Nepali, Bangladeshi, Palestinian and Indian nationalities.

A total of 178 people were also injured, with injuries ranging from minor to moderate and severe. The injured included nationals of the UAE, Egypt, Sudan, Ethiopia, the Philippines, Pakistan, Iran, India, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Azerbaijan, Yemen, Uganda, Eritrea, Lebanon, Afghanistan, Bahrain, Comoros, Türkiye, Iraq, Nepal, Nigeria, Oman, Jordan, Palestine, Ghana, Indonesia, Sweden and Tunisia.

The Ministry of Defence affirmed that it remains fully prepared and ready to deal with any threats and will firmly confront anything that aims to undermine the security of the country, in a manner that ensures the protection of its sovereignty, security and stability and safeguards its interests and national capabilities.

Foreign ministers from Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Egypt and Turkey were expected to meet on Sunday for talks on the war in the Middle East, with Islamabad acting as a go-between between the United States and Iran.

The four-way meeting between the top diplomats was slated to discuss "a range of issues, including efforts to de-escalate tensions in the region", Pakistan's foreign ministry has said.

Egypt's Badr Abdelatty and Hakan Fidan from Turkey arrived in Islamabad on Saturday night while Saudi Foreign Minister Faisal bin Farhan touched down on Sunday afternoon.

Pakistan's Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar held separate bilateral talks with Abdelatty and Fidan on Sunday morning. The visiting ministers then jointly met Pakistan's powerful army chief, Field Marshal Asim Munir.

The government in Pakistan has emerged as a key facilitator between Iran and the United States as their war drags on, serving as an intermediary for messages between the two sides.

Two more Indian-flagged tankers carrying LPG passed through the Strait of Hormuz, India's shipping ministry said Sunday.

Iran, following US-Israel military strikes, has all but halted maritime traffic in the Strait of Hormuz, a key route for global crude oil and liquefied petroleum gas.

Two LPG carriers, BW TYR and BW ELM, carrying combined LPG cargo of about 94,000 tonnes were sailing towards India's coast, the ministry said in a statement.

BW TYR was proceeding towards Mumbai while BW ELM was heading to New Mangalore, the statement said.

Four other Indian LPG tankers had earlier transited the strait, but 18 Indian-flagged vessels with 485 Indian seafarers remain in the Gulf region.

A US Air Force F-22 Raptor has taken off from a Middle East base as part of Operation Epic Fury, with US Central Command (CENTCOM) sharing images on social media. The stealth fighter, widely regarded as unmatched by any current or projected aircraft, highlights the United States’ air superiority in the region. Military officials say the deployment underscores readiness for high-intensity operations.

Israel and the US are “working in very close coordination” to respond after Yemen’s Houthi rebels said they had launched missiles toward Israeli targets, Israeli military spokesperson Col. Nadav Shoshani told reporters on Sunday.

He declined to provide details on operations against the Iran-backed group, which controls parts of Yemen, but said Israel had grown accustomed to confronting repeated attacks from the Houthis, who have for more than two years launched missiles and drones toward Israel and shipping targets in the Red Sea.

He also said Israeli military statements about nearing completion of top-priority strikes did not mean it was running out of overall targets.

The General Command of the Bahrain Defence Force (BDF) announced that its air defence systems have successfully intercepted successive waves of hostile Iranian attacks. Since the start of hostilities, BDF forces have destroyed 174 ballistic missiles and 391 drones targeting Bahrain.

The General Command praised the exceptional combat readiness and vigilance of its personnel, commending their sustained operational effectiveness in defending the Kingdom. Bahrain’s forces continue to ensure that the nation’s skies remain secure

 Iran's parliament speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf said that the United States was plotting a ground attack despite publicly engaging in diplomatic efforts aimed at ending the war.

"The enemy publicly sends messages of negotiation and dialogue while secretly planning a ground attack," Ghalibaf said in a statement carried by the official IRNA news agency.

Ghalibaf called for unity among Iranians, saying the country was in "a major global war" that was "at its most critical stage".

Qatari news channel Al Araby reported on Sunday that an Israeli missile had hit the building housing its office in Tehran, causing damage.

"An Israeli missile targets the Al Araby TV channel building in the capital, Tehran... extensive damage and the suspension of live broadcasting," the channel said in a post on X.

Footage from inside the office showed broken windows, shattered glass and debris. Outside the building, images showed the streets covered in debris along with damage to surrounding buildings.

President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, left Doha on Sunday morning following a working visit to Qatar, the Qatar News Agency reported.

Zelenskyy and his delegation were seen off at Doha International Airport by Minister of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Dr. Mohammed bin Abdulaziz bin Saleh Al Khulaifi, and Ukraine’s Ambassador to Qatar, Andrii Kuzmenko.

India’s supply chain ecosystem continues to stay strong and stable despite rising geopolitical tensions in West Asia, the Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT) said on Sunday.

CAIT Secretary General Praveen Khandelwal highlighted that essential commodities are adequately stocked nationwide, and proactive coordination between central and state agencies has kept supply chains uninterrupted. He credited PM Narendra Modi’s leadership for strengthening logistics, digital monitoring, domestic production, and diversified sourcing.

CAIT National President B C Bhartia urged traders to maintain normal operations, avoid panic, and ensure consumers face no inconvenience. Both leaders condemned the spread of rumours about shortages, calling such claims baseless and against national interest.

UAE has strongly condemned the attack targeting the residence of Nechirvan Barzani, President of the Kurdistan Region of Iraq, in Duhok Governorate, expressing its concern over this heinous act.

In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) affirmed the UAE’s full solidarity with President Barzani and his family, as well as with the government of Iraq and the Kurdistan Regional Government during this time.

The Ministry reiterated the UAE’s strong condemnation of such criminal acts and its unwavering rejection of all forms of violence aimed at undermining security and stability.

Hakan Fidan met Sunday with Pakistan’s Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar in Islamabad, with both sides calling for dialogue and diplomacy to ease tensions in the Middle East.

According to a statement from Pakistan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the two sides emphasized the need for de-escalation, diplomatic engagement and closer coordination to promote peace and stability in the region.

Two people were killed after an Israeli air strike destroyed a house in the town of Abba in southern Lebanon, according to Lebanon’s National News Agency.

The town is located in the Nabatieh governorate, a region that has seen repeated strikes amid rising cross-border tensions. The report added that another overnight strike targeted the city of Nabatieh, causing extensive damage to a shopping centre that houses dozens of shops, offices and medical clinics.

Syria's assistant defence minister said on Sunday that his country's forces had repelled a drone attack from neighbouring Iraq targeting one of Syria's last US military bases.

"Earlier today, the US base in Qasrak, located on our territory, was attacked by four drones launched from Iraqi territory," Sipan Hamo said on X, adding that "the drones were shot down without casualties".

The attack came a day after Syria's army said it repelled another drone attack from Iraq aimed at Al Tanf, a base in the southeast which used to house US forces.

Egypt’s top diplomat met Pakistan’s foreign minister in Islamabad Sunday to discuss efforts to help bring the United States and Iran back to the negotiating table and ease tensions in the region, officials said.

Ishaq Dar and Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty will hold bilateral talks on regional developments, according to a statement by Pakistan’s foreign ministry.

The Egyptian foreign ministry said that the meeting will discuss “the developments of the military escalation … and de-escalation efforts in the region.”

During a stop in Qatar Saturday, Abdelatty said their efforts aim to establish a “direct dialogue” between the United States and Iran.

Turkey’s Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan arrived in Pakistan late Saturday.

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi on Sunday condemned Israel's killing of three journalists in Lebanon the day before.

On his official Telegram channel, Araghchi said the killings amounted to "targeted assassination" and "flagrant violation of international law".

The Foreign Ministry of Oman has confirmed that the recent attacks targeting the Sultanate remain unclaimed, with authorities continuing to investigate their origin and motives.

While denouncing all acts of violence and military targeting in the region, Oman reaffirmed its policy of active neutrality. The Sultanate continues to advocate for peace, regional security, and stability, calling for an end to the ongoing war and a return to dialogue and diplomacy to address the root causes of the conflict.

Oman stressed that these principles aim to safeguard the region’s foundations, prosperity, and the safety of its people.

US-Israeli strikes on Sunday hit a quay at an Iranian port city near the strategic Strait of Hormuz, killing five people, Iranian state media reported.

"The enemy carried out a criminal attack at the quay of Bandar Khamir, killing five people and injuring four others," the official IRNA news agency reported.

Earlier on Sunday, AFP reported that a series of loud explosions was heard across parts of Tehran.

The blasts were reported in northern sections of the capital, with smoke visible rising from areas in the northeast, as tensions continue to mount amid broader military operations involving the United States, Israel and Iran

Two Israeli strikes early Sunday killed six Palestinians, including three policemen, in the Gaza Strip, hospital authorities said.

One strike hit a police checkpoint while another hit a group of people in the southern city of Khan Younis, according to Nasser hospital, which received the bodies.

The people killed were the latest fatalities among Palestinians in the coastal enclave since an October ceasefire deal attempted to halt a more than two-year war between Israel and Hamas in Gaza.

The official spokesperson for the Saudi Ministry of Defense confirmed the interception and destruction of 10 drones over the past hours. The move comes as part of ongoing efforts to protect the Kingdom’s airspace and critical infrastructure.

Iranian state media report multiple explosions in Tehran on Saturday evening, affecting civilian neighbourhoods in the northeast, west, central and eastern parts of the city. Emergency teams have been deployed to respond to the attacks.

The Parchin area, known for military activity, was also targeted. Authorities say other cities, including Mashhad, Kermanshah and Birjand, are experiencing attacks.

The Israeli army announced on Sunday the death in combat of a soldier in south Lebanon.

"Sergeant Moshe Yitzchak hacohen Katz, aged 22, from New Haven, Connecticut, a soldier of the 890th battalion, Paratroopers Brigade, fell during combat in southern Lebanon," a military statement said.

Five Israeli soldiers have now been killed in fighting in south Lebanon since Hezbollah began launching rocket attacks against Israel on March 2 to avenge the killing of Iran's supreme leader.

A spokesperson for the Kuwait National Guard confirmed that a “Task Force” successfully intercepted and destroyed four drone aircraft in the locations it secures.

The action is part of ongoing efforts to enhance security, protect vital sites, and counter potential threats.

Aluminium Bahrain (Alba) confirmed its facility was targeted in an Iranian attack on Saturday. The company said two employees sustained minor injuries, while the safety and security of staff remain its top priority.

Alba is assessing the damage and monitoring operations closely, promising further updates as the situation develops. The company is one of the world’s largest aluminium producers.

The Ministry of Interior has announced a total ban on the use of drones across Bahrain, effective immediately and lasting until further notice.

The decision comes as part of efforts to protect national security and civil safety following the recent Iranian aggression against the Kingdom.

The Ministry warned that any drones flown in violation of the ban will be intercepted and destroyed, and legal action will be taken against offenders.

UAE residents have received a mobile alert from authorities confirming that the situation in the country is currently safe following earlier warnings about potential missile threats. 

The Air Defence Systems responded to the threat, and authorities had urged residents to remain in safe locations and follow official channels for real-time updates.

Israel has activated its air defences after detecting missiles launched from Iran and has issued alerts to people in affected areas.

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) urged the public on social media:
"Upon receiving an alert, enter a protected space and remain there until further notice."

The UAE says its air defence systems are actively responding to incoming missile and drone threats launched from Iran, amid rising regional tensions. 

The Ministry of Defence (MOD) confirmed that the sounds heard across parts of the country were caused by air defence systems intercepting the missiles and unmanned aerial vehicles, not by impacts on the ground.

 Authorities emphasised that all systems are operational and focused on protecting national airspace and ensuring the safety of residents. The public has been urged to follow official guidance and rely only on verified information as the situation unfolds.

Kuwait's military said Sunday it was responding to "hostile missile and drone" threats.

"The general staff of the Kuwaiti Armed Forces confirms that any explosions that may be heard are the result of air defense systems intercepting hostile targets," it said in a post on X.

Dubai’s property market is holding steady despite recent geopolitical tensions, with landlords staying put while buyers and tenants adjust their decisions.

Data from Smart Bricks shows that around 85% of landlords are not considering selling, even after weeks of heightened uncertainty. The absence of panic selling reflects what owners are seeing on the ground, where daily life and business activity continue without disruption.

Massive protests against Trump across US

Huge crowds of protesters rallied across the United States on Saturday against President Donald Trump, venting their fury over what they see as his authoritarian style of governing, his hardline immigration policies and the war with Iran.

Organisers said "at least 8 million people gathered today at more than 3,300 events across all 50 states," from big cities and small towns. US authorities provided no national crowd estimate.

The Pentagon is preparing plans for weeks of ground operations in Iran - potentially including raids on Kharg Island and coastal sites near the Strait of Hormuz - though President Donald Trump has not yet approved any deployment, the Washington Post reported Saturday.

Any ground operation would stop short of a full-scale invasion, instead involving raids by special operations forces and conventional infantry troops, the Post said, citing unnamed officials.

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio insisted on Friday the United States "can achieve all of our objectives without ground troops," but the Post said planning is advanced, with one official saying: "This is not last-minute planning."

The United States on Saturday condemned a drone attack on a residence of the leader of autonomous Iraqi Kurdistan, Nechirvan Barzani, blaming Iranian militia proxies in Iraq.

"These actions by Iran and its proxies are a direct assault on Iraq's sovereignty, stability, and unity," a statement from State Department deputy spokesman Tommy Pigott said.

The Qatari Ministry of Defence announced that the State of Qatar was targeted on Saturday by a number of drones launched from Iran.

In a statement, the ministry said that the Qatari Armed Forces successfully intercepted all the drones.

The United Arab Emirates says its air defence systems are actively responding to incoming missile and drone threats launched from Iran.

The Ministry of Defence (MOD) confirmed that the sounds heard across parts of the country were caused by air defence systems intercepting aerial threats.

Yemen's Houthi rebels announced a second missile attack targeting Israel on Saturday, after stepping into the Middle East war in support of their ally Iran earlier in the day.

Houthi spokesman Yahya Saree said in a statement that the group fired "a barrage of cruise missiles and drones targeting several vital and military sites" in Israel, adding it "coincided with the military operations being carried out by" Iran and Hezbollah in Lebanon.

Day 29: Yemen's Houthis enter war with missile targeting Israel

Day 28: Rubio says US expects victory in weeks after G7 talks

Day 27: Trump insists Iran is ‘begging’ to make a deal, not him

Day 26: US preparing to deploy 1,000 troops to Middle East

Day 25: UAE intercepts threats from Iran ; 1dead, 5 hurt in Bahrain

Day 24: Netanyahu speaks with Trump, vows to protect Israel's interests

Day 23: Trump gives Iran 48 hours to reopen Strait of Hormuz

Day 22: Trump says US considering ‘winding down’ war

Day 21: UK to let US use bases for strikes on Iran threats

Day 20: Trump vows to destroy Iran gas field; UAE intercepts threats