US president Donald Trump says American operations against Iran could
last four to five weeks, but warned the US had the capability to go
"far longer than that".
He promised Washington would "prevail" after news that a fourth US
service member has died.
Trump was speaking at the White House as part of a Medal of Honor ceremony.
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Monday, March 2, 2026
US military say operation against Iran in early stages as US death toll reaches 4
U.S. military officials say their operation against Iran is in its early stages, and more forces could head to the Middle East. Four US service members have been killed since the strikes began.
On Monday three U.S. jets were shot down by Kuwaiti air defenses in what the U.S. military called an "apparent friendly fire incident," with the crew members brought to safety.
Kate fisher reports from Washington
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TWO DRONES INTERCEPTED FROM UK AIRBASE IN CYPRUS
Two drones were intercepted on their way to a UK military airbase in Cyprus, according to a Cypriot government spokesperson.
It comes a day after the base was struck by Iran, which caused no casualties but a limited amount of damage.
Lara Bentley reports…
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Melania Trump to chair UN Security Council meeting
A first at the United Nations on Monday, with the First Lady of the United States set to preside over a UN Security Council meeting.
As Mitch McCann reports, the meeting will focus on children, technology, and education in conflict.
As Mitch McCann reports, the meeting will focus on children, technology, and education in conflict.
A HUNDRED THOUSAND BRITONS NOTIFY AUTHORITIES OF PRESENCE IN MIDDLE EAST
Over a hundred thousand Britons have registered to say they're in the Middle East after the UK Government appealed for people to notify authorities of their presence there.
That's according to the British Government, which isn't expected to organise any imminent evacuation, but is putting plans in place in case commercial flights remain grounded for an extended period while the US, Israel and Iran exchange fire.
Stuart Smith has more from London.
That's according to the British Government, which isn't expected to organise any imminent evacuation, but is putting plans in place in case commercial flights remain grounded for an extended period while the US, Israel and Iran exchange fire.
Stuart Smith has more from London.
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Moscow 'disappointed' over 'outright aggression' in the Middle East
The Kremlin spokesman said Moscow's disappointed that the Middle East tensions have deteriorated to the point of direct aggression. Russia is in constant contact with the Iranian authorities, the official added, as well as with the leaders of other countries in the region affected by the conflict. Daria Bondarchuk reports from Moscow.
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E3 says prepared to take defensive actions against Iran
The UK, France and Germany have announced that they are willing to
take defensive actions to destroy any potential threats posed by Iran.
But many of the European Union's member states remain divided over the
legality of the U.S. and Israel's strikes on Iran and how to respond
going forward.
William Denselow reports from Brussels.
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take defensive actions to destroy any potential threats posed by Iran.
But many of the European Union's member states remain divided over the
legality of the U.S. and Israel's strikes on Iran and how to respond
going forward.
William Denselow reports from Brussels.
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IRANIAN DRONE HITS UK BASE IN CYPRUS
An Iranian drone has struck a British air force base in Cyprus.
The base sustained only 'minimal damage' and no casualties were reported.
It comes after Prime Minister Keir Starmer confirmed the UK has now agreed to let the US use its military bases for 'defensive' strikes on Iranian targets.
Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper says the drone strike at RAF Akrotiri is not a major cause for concern.
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The base sustained only 'minimal damage' and no casualties were reported.
It comes after Prime Minister Keir Starmer confirmed the UK has now agreed to let the US use its military bases for 'defensive' strikes on Iranian targets.
Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper says the drone strike at RAF Akrotiri is not a major cause for concern.
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China urges halt to military actions in Iran conflict
INTRO: China has called for a ceasefire and diplomatic talks to end the conflict in the Middle East.
Beijing added that the United States and Israel's strikes against Iran violated international law and China is deeply concerned about spillover effects on neighbouring countries. Laura Westbrook reports from Hong Kong.
Beijing added that the United States and Israel's strikes against Iran violated international law and China is deeply concerned about spillover effects on neighbouring countries. Laura Westbrook reports from Hong Kong.
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Protests erupt in Pakistan and India following Khamenei's death
Protests have broken out in parts of Pakistan and India following the US-Israel killing of Iran's supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
More than 20 people have died in the demonstrations in Pakistan as protestors clashed with security forces.
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Trump says there will be more American deaths before Iran conflict is over
US President Donald Trump has said there are likely to be more US deaths before the conflict with Iran ends, suggesting the U.S. military intends to sustain its assault for "four to five weeks" if necessary.
Three service members were killed in action and five seriously wounded over the weekend.
Kate fisher reports from washington
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Sunday, March 1, 2026
EU calls for calm following death of Iran Ayatollah
European Union foreign ministers have held an emergency meeting to
discuss the situation in Iran and the threat of broader escalation.
EU officials say the death of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei provides an
opportunity for the people of Iran but warn that recent developments
could push the region into a spiral of violence.
William Denselow reports from Brussels
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discuss the situation in Iran and the threat of broader escalation.
EU officials say the death of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei provides an
opportunity for the people of Iran but warn that recent developments
could push the region into a spiral of violence.
William Denselow reports from Brussels
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Israel and Iran continue strikes
Israel and Iran continue to trade air strikes on the second day of the
operations.
US president Donald Trump says the US military action is "ahead of
schedule" and hinted that the new Iranian leadership are open to
negotiations.
Countries in the Middle East are trying to defend themselves from
Iranian attacks.
Blake Sifton sends this report from Dubai.
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operations.
US president Donald Trump says the US military action is "ahead of
schedule" and hinted that the new Iranian leadership are open to
negotiations.
Countries in the Middle East are trying to defend themselves from
Iranian attacks.
Blake Sifton sends this report from Dubai.
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Friday, February 27, 2026
Trump says no decision yet on Iran strikes
US President Donald Trump says he's "not happy" with Iran, but hasn't made a decision yet on whether to authorize a strike on the country.
The two countries are currently negotiating over US demands that Iran agree to heavy restrictions on its nuclear program.
Ira Spitzer reports.
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Clinton: "I did nothing wrong" despite Epstein "acquaintance"
Former US President Bill Clinton has told an Epstein enquiry he "saw
nothing" and "did nothing wrong".
He's described his connection to the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein
as a "brief acquaintance".
Nick Harper reports from Washington.
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nothing" and "did nothing wrong".
He's described his connection to the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein
as a "brief acquaintance".
Nick Harper reports from Washington.
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Bill Clinton faces questions over Epstein connection
Former US President Bill Clinton is testifying before a congressional
committee about his links to the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
Clinton flew on Epstein's plane and was photographed with him on
several occasions, including with young women.
Nick Harper reports from Washington.
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committee about his links to the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
Clinton flew on Epstein's plane and was photographed with him on
several occasions, including with young women.
Nick Harper reports from Washington.
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CHURCHILL STATUE GRAFFITIED IN LONDON, MAN ARRESTED
A man has been arrested after defacing a Winston Churchill statue in central London in the early hours of Friday morning.
Graffitied in red spray paint, the front of the statue labelled the former British prime minister as a "Zionist war criminal".
Lara Bentley reports…
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Graffitied in red spray paint, the front of the statue labelled the former British prime minister as a "Zionist war criminal".
Lara Bentley reports…
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US-Iran agree to further talks on possible nuclear deal next week
The United States and Iran have agreed to hold further talks in Vienna next week regarding a possible new nuclear deal.
The talks in Geneva on Thursday came amid a huge build-up of US military assets in the Middle East.
Ross Cullen reports.
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RADIO: M23 REBELS RECAPTURE VILLAGES
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The M23 rebels have recaptured two villages in the east of the Democratic Republic of Congo after heavy clashes with government forces. The latest fighting has displaced hundreds of civilians and violated a ceasefire mediated by Qatar and Angola. Chris Ocamringa has more from Kinshasa...
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NETFLIX BACKS AWAY FROM WARNER BROS OFFER
Netflix is refusing to raise its offer to buy Warner Bros Discovery.
The decision effectively paves the way for Paramount Skydance to take over the Hollywood studio business.
The deal for Paramount to gain control over the studio and its film and media networks is worth around $110bn.
Investment Director at AJ Bell Russ Mould says uncertainty remains.
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The decision effectively paves the way for Paramount Skydance to take over the Hollywood studio business.
The deal for Paramount to gain control over the studio and its film and media networks is worth around $110bn.
Investment Director at AJ Bell Russ Mould says uncertainty remains.
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