Iran-Israel War March 08 -2026 LIVE Updates: Israel Hits Oil Depots in Tehran as Iran Strikes Desalination Plant in Bahrain

Iraqi oil output plunges after Strait of Hormuz disruption

Iraq’s oil production from its main southern fields has fallen by about 70 percent to roughly 1.3 million barrels per day because it cannot export crude through the Strait of Hormuz.

Before the conflict production from the oilfields stood at about 4.3 million barrels per day.

The Strait of Hormuz is one of the world’s most important energy chokepoints carrying about 20 percent of global oil supplies.

Iran has previously threatened to set ships on fire if they attempt to pass through the narrow waterway as the US and Israel attack the country.

Israeli army says missiles launched from Iran towards Israel

Projectiles have been launched towards Israeli territory and air defence systems are working to intercept them, the Israeli military says.

In a statement, it said it identified missile launches from Iran.

IRGC says it destroyed 4 anti-missile defence systems in 24 hours

Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps says it destroyed four radars linked to US THAAD anti-missile defence systems in the region over the past 24 hours.

According to Iran’s state news agency IRNA, the radars were hit by precision-guided missiles during operations targeting US missile defence infrastructure.

THAAD, known as Terminal High Altitude Area Defense systems, are a key US missile defence platform designed to detect and intercept ballistic missiles.

At least 394 killed, including 83 children, in Israeli attacks on Lebanon

At least 394 people, including 83 children, have been killed in Israeli attacks on Lebanon, according to the Lebanese Ministry of Public Health.

The ministry said at least 1,130 others have also been wounded in the attacks as the conflict continues to escalate.

Iran body selecting new supreme leader reaches decision, name yet to be announced

The Assembly of Experts tasked with selecting Iran’s next supreme leader has reached a decision, though the name of the candidate has not yet been made public, members said.

Mohsen Heydari told Iranian Students News Agency that “the most suitable candidate, approved by the majority of the Assembly of Experts, has been determined.”

Another member, Mohammad Mehdi Mirbagheri, also confirmed in remarks carried by Fars News Agency that a firm opinion reflecting the majority view has been reached.

Pakistan working to repatriate bodies of two nationals killed in Dubai

Shehbaz Sharif says Pakistan is coordinating with authorities in Dubai to repatriate the bodies of two Pakistani nationals killed by missile debris.

In a statement on X, Sharif said Pakistan’s diplomatic missions in the United Arab Emirates are working closely with Dubai authorities to provide assistance and facilitate the return of the bodies.

1. Academic claims US and Israel aim to ‘Balkanise’ Iran

Foad Izadi, a professor at the University of Tehran, has told Al Jazeera that the United States and Israel are planning to “disintegrate” Iran.

Izadi pointed to remarks by Donald Trump suggesting that Iran’s map may not look the same after the war, saying it indicates a plan to “Balkanise” the country and potentially separate its oil-rich regions near the Persian Gulf.

He also alleged that such a scenario could involve weakening Iran’s government and reshaping the country’s political structure.

Constantinos Kombos says the Iranian-made drone that struck the RAF Akrotiri was launched from Lebanon, according to a report by The Guardian.

Kombos said authorities must closely monitor the “Lebanese front” and remain cautious about threats from the broader northeast direction. He also stressed the need to ensure defence systems can address all possible threats.

United Kingdom retains sovereignty over two military bases in Cyprus – RAF Akrotiri and Dhekelia – under a treaty that granted Cyprus independence in 1960. Kombos said Cyprus had previously warned the bases could become targets if regional tensions escalated and called for stronger security cooperation following the incident.

Four people – citizens of Pakistan, Nepal and Bangladesh – have been killed in the UAE since Iranian attacks began following the US-Israeli strikes on Iran, according to the UAE Ministry of Defence.

The ministry said on X that since what it described as the start of “Iranian aggression”, the United Arab Emirates has been targeted with 238 ballistic missiles, 1,422 drones and eight cruise missiles.

It added that on Sunday alone, 17 ballistic missiles and 117 drones were detected, with 16 missiles and 113 drones intercepted while one missile and four drones fell into the sea.

IRGC Claims Missile Strikes on Israeli Cities and Jordan Airbase

Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps says Iranian missiles have struck “military targets” in Tel Aviv and Beersheba.

In a statement carried by Tasnim News Agency, the IRGC also claimed that the Muwaffaq al-Salti Air Base in Azraq was targeted several times. The base was described as a major hub for US fighter jet operations in the region.

The IRGC added that Iranian armed forces are expected to expand the scale and intensity of attacks in the coming hours and days.

Switzerland Says US-Israeli Strikes on Iran Violate International Law

Martin Pfister said the air attacks carried out by the United States and Israel on Iran violate international law. In an interview with the Swiss newspaper SonntagsZeitung, Pfister said the Swiss Federal Council believes the strikes breach the international prohibition on the use of force and urged all sides to stop fighting to protect civilians.

As reported by the RND newspaper network, Lars Klingbeil also questioned whether the war is legitimate under international law, warning that the world risks sliding into a system where rules are ignored. Spain has likewise condemned the US-Israeli strikes as reckless and illegal. Legal experts told Al Jazeera that the attacks may violate the principles of the United Nations Charter.

Lebanese Ministry of Public Health says at least 394 people have been killed, including 83 children, in Israeli strikes across Lebanon.

The ministry added that more than 1,130 others have been injured as the attacks continue to impact multiple areas of the country.

France Deploys Warships as Macron Plans Cyprus Visit

Emmanuel Macron will visit Cyprus on Monday after Iranian-made drone attacks targeted the island. France has responded by sending the aircraft carrier Charles de Gaulle along with a frigate and air defence units to the Mediterranean Sea.

During the visit, Macron will meet Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides and Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis in Paphos to discuss strengthening regional security and ensuring freedom of navigation in key waterways including the Red Sea and the Strait of Hormuz.