02:34 AM, 08-Mar-2026
America and Israel attack on Tehran’s oil depot, claims Iranian media
According to Iranian state media, the US and Israel on Saturday carried out air strikes on an oil storage facility in Tehran and Karaj. According to local news agencies, fuel depots were targeted in three areas, including Karaj, west of the capital. For the first time, infrastructure related to Iran’s oil reserves was directly targeted. Iran’s state news agency IRNA said an oil depot in southern Tehran was targeted by the US and Israel. According to the report, this oil depot is located near a big refinery area. However, news agency ILNA reported that there was no damage to the main facilities of the refinery in this military attack. After the incident, security has been increased in the area and the situation is being monitored.
02:25 AM, 08-Mar-2026
Hezbollah claims missiles fired at Haifa naval base
Lebanon’s armed organization Hezbollah has claimed that it has fired missiles targeting the naval base located in Israel’s Haifa city. The organization said that the attack was carried out at around 8 pm local time. According to Hezbollah’s statement, several missiles were fired in the attack, which were targeted at Israeli naval military facilities. However, no official information has been immediately revealed from Israel regarding this attack. Amidst the increasing tension between America, Israel and Iran in West Asia, the situation in the region has become more sensitive due to this attack. Security agencies are keeping an eye on the situation.
02:23 AM, 08-Mar-2026
America is failing in its goal – Iran National Security Council chief
Ali Larijani, Secretary General of Iran’s National Security Council, has said that America is failing to achieve its goals against Iran. He said that America had thought that it would achieve quick results by waging a small war against Iran, but its thinking has been proved wrong. Larijani said that America also hoped that by killing Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei and other leaders, anarchy could be spread in the country, but this did not happen. He said that the people of Iran are united in the current situation. Larijani also reiterated that Iran will not attack its neighboring countries unless their soil is used against Iran.
02:23 AM, 08-Mar-2026
Saudi Aramco diverts some oil supplies to Yanbu port
Amid increasing tensions in West Asia, Saudi Arabia’s state oil company Saudi Aramco has diverted some oil shipments to Yanbu port in the Red Sea. Saudi government channel Al Ikhbariya TV gave this information on Saturday. According to the report, this decision has been taken to maintain the security and continuity of oil supply. According to the channel, Saudi Aramco is continuously monitoring the regional situation and taking necessary decisions according to the situation. Officials said that as soon as the situation becomes normal, oil supply will be operated again as before. Due to the ongoing conflict in West Asia, there is increased concern at the global level regarding energy supply.
02:09 AM, 08-Mar-2026
Iran’s Foreign Minister said – I am in constant touch with Saudi
Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has said that he is in constant touch with his Saudi Arabian counterpart and officials there. He said that talks are going on between the two countries regarding the current regional situation. Araghchi gave this information in an interview shared on his Telegram channel. According to Iran’s Foreign Minister, Saudi officials have assured that their country will not allow its land, maritime space and airspace to be used for any military action against Iran. He said that this dialogue is very important amid the increasing tension in the region. Arakchi said that both the countries are monitoring the situation and are in constant touch.
02:08 AM, 08-Mar-2026
One dead due to debris falling while stopping air attack in Dubai
A Pakistani national was killed by debris that fell while trying to stop an airstrike in Dubai. According to officials, the incident occurred in Dubai’s Al Barsha area, where fragments of the intercepted missile fell on a vehicle. The man was in his car at the time and died due to falling debris. A similar incident occurred in the Dubai Marina area, where debris fell on the outer wall of a tower after air defense intercepted the threat, Dubai Media Office said. However, there is no news of anyone getting injured in this incident. Iran’s Revolutionary Guard Corps has claimed that it had targeted an American military base located in the Marina area.
02:03 AM, 08-Mar-2026
Erdogan talks on phone with President of Iraqi Kurdistan amid regional tension
Amid rising tensions in West Asia, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan spoke over phone with Iraqi Kurdistan Regional Government President Nechirvan Barzani. According to the Turkish Presidential Office, the two leaders discussed the rapidly changing situation and increasing conflict in the Middle East. Erdoğan said that Turkey stands with Iraq in the current sensitive period. He warned that if the situation worsens, the entire region could be plunged into a prolonged crisis. Erdogan also said that Turkiye is monitoring the activities of organizations and groups operating in the region. He said that Turkey is making continuous efforts to restore peace in the region and take the dialogue process forward.
01:17 AM, 08-Mar-2026
Debris fell on Marina Tower in Dubai
A massive explosion in Dubai’s Marina area on Saturday evening created chaos in the area. It is being told that the missiles and drones fired by Iran were intercepted by the air defense system, after which the fallen debris hit a tower. Dubai Media Office confirmed that the exterior of one of the towers of Dubai Marina was slightly damaged by debris. In a video viral on social media, smoke was seen rising from a building. According to officials the incident occurred after the air defense successfully intercepted the threat. The administration said that the situation is completely under control and there is no news of anyone being injured. Security agencies are alert in the area and the situation is being monitored.
01:16 AM, 08-Mar-2026
Ship attacked near Oman, fear of death of Captain Ashish Kumar of Bihar
Captain Ashish Kumar, a resident of West Champaran, Bihar, is feared dead in the attack on a cargo ship near the Oman coast. According to the information, after the attack on March 1, a massive fire broke out in the ship. Two charred bodies were later recovered from the wreckage of the ship. West Champaran District Magistrate Taranjot Singh said two crew members of the ship were missing, including Captain Ashish Kumar. A dead body was found in the captain’s cabin. The administration has informed the family and appealed to them to be patient. Officials say that the bodies will be officially identified only after the DNA test report comes. At present the investigation of the case is going on.
01:02 AM, 08-Mar-2026
West Asia Crisis LIVE: Iranian drone attack in Dubai, PAK citizen killed; Araghchi said- We are in contact with Saudi
The impact of the ongoing conflict in West Asia is also visible on India’s airlines. Around 100 international flights were canceled at Delhi and Mumbai airports on Saturday. According to officials, 35 departure and 36 arrival flights were canceled at Mumbai airport, while 22 departure and 17 arrival flights were canceled at Delhi airport. Delhi airport operator said that some westbound international flights may be delayed or changed in timings. Air India and Air India Express said regular flights to Jeddah and Muscat would continue. At the same time, Indigo said that it will continue flights to some destinations in the Middle East and Europe. Due to increased tension between America, Israel and Iran, many countries have closed their airspace, due to which flight operations have been affected.