Military adventurism in the Middle East foolhardy gambling that escalates tensions: China Daily editorial chinadaily.com.cn | Updated: 2026-03-01 20:33

https://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/202603/01/WS69a43224a310d6866eb3af3b.html Iran confirmed early Sunday that its Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed in US-Israeli air strikes the previous day. A perilous new escalation of tensions in the already volatile Middle East is inevitable.

C Raja Mohan writes: With Israel and the broader Middle East, India now has a diplomacy of interests — not slogans Copyright © 2026 The Indian Express [P] Ltd

C Raja Mohan writes: With Israel and the broader Middle East, India now has a diplomacy of interests — not slogans PM Modi’s visit comes as Israel faces global criticism for its regional policies. But that is not weighing heavily in Delhi’s calculus. Israel today enjoys greater room for manoeuvre in the region than ever before. Written by: C. Raja Mohan 6 min read Feb 26, 2026 05:45 AM IST https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/c-raja-mohan-writes-with-israel-and-the-broader-middle-east-india-now-has-a-diplomacy-of-interests-not-slogans-10550374/?ref=opinion_pg Copyright © 2026 The Indian Express [P] Ltd

Donald Trump wants regime change in Iran. History is not on his side Written by: C. Uday Bhaskar 4 min read Mar 1, 2026 12:36 PM IST Copyright © 2026 The Indian Express [P] Ltd

Donald Trump wants regime change in Iran. History is not on his side Regime change is a chimera that the US has pursued for decades in several countries. But whether in Afghanistan or in Iraq or in Libya, its actions have accomplished very little by way of enhancing human security Written by: C. Uday Bhaskar 4 min read Mar 1, 2026 12:36 PM IST https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/donald-trump-wants-regime-change-in-iran-history-is-not-on-his-side-10558913/?ref=top_opinion Copyright © 2026 The Indian Express [P] Ltd

US and Israel have taken a dangerous gamble in Iran. It may backfire Written by: Anju Gupta 6 min read Mar 1, 2026 05:57 PM IST Copyright © 2026 The Indian Express [P] Ltd

US and Israel have taken a dangerous gamble in Iran. It may backfire Rather than weakening the regime, the killings of Iran’s top leaders may unite a population that had, until recently, been engaged in significant street protests over economic conditions and political repression Written by: Anju Gupta 6 min read Mar 1, 2026 05:57 PM IST https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/us-israel-iran-khamenei-trump-netanyahu-10559569/?ref=hometop_hp Copyright © 2026 The Indian Express [P] Ltd

Where does Iran — and the world — go from Khamenei death? All you need to know Written by: Shubhajit Roy Copyright © 2026 The Indian Express [P] Ltd

Where does Iran — and the world — go from Khamenei death? All you need to know Khamenei’s killing in US-Israeli strikes has left Iran — and the world — in uncharted waters. The country faces uncertainty over leadership, and the world holds its breath over the expanding conflict and a potential energy shock. Written by: Shubhajit Roy 11 min readNew DelhiUpdated: Mar 1, 2026 04:26 PM IST https://indianexpress.com/article/explained/explained-global/khamenei-death-all-need-to-know-10559131/?ref=hometop_hp Copyright © 2026 The Indian Express [P] Ltd

US-Israel Attack Iran Live News Updates: Iran targets US aircraft carrier Abraham Lincoln with 4 ballistic missiles: Revolutionary Guards Written by: Mashkoora Khan, Aniruddha Dhar, Chithira N Raju, Nischai Vats Updated: Mar 1 2026 08:00 PM IST Copyright © 2026 The Indian Express [P] Ltd

US-Israel Attack Iran Live News Updates: Iran targets US aircraft carrier Abraham Lincoln with 4 ballistic missiles: Revolutionary Guards US-Israel Attack Iran News Today Live Updates: Russian President Vladimir Putin said the killing of Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah ⁠Ali ​Khamenei and members of his family was "cynical" murder ​that violated ​all the ⁠norms of human morality and international ‌law. Make us preferred source on Google Written by: Mashkoora Khan, Aniruddha Dhar, Chithira N Raju, Nischai Vats Updated: Mar 1 2026 08:00 PM IST https://indianexpress.com/article/world/us-news/us-iran-war-live-updates-trump-iran-nuclear-talks-geneva-10556724/?ref=breaking_hp Copyright © 2026 The Indian Express [P] Ltd

Pope warns escalating Iran conflict could tip Middle East into ‘irreparable abyss’ By Michael Dorgan Fox News Published March 1, 2026 9:37am EST

Pope warns escalating Iran conflict could tip Middle East into ‘irreparable abyss’ Pope Leo XIV called on all parties to 'stop the spiral of violence' Michael Dorgan By Michael Dorgan Fox News Published March 1, 2026 9:37am EST https://www.foxnews.com/world/pope-warns-escalating-iran-conflict-could-tip-middle-east-into-irreparable-abyss

From hostage crisis to assassination plots: Iran’s near half-century war on Americans By Charles Creitz Fox News Published March 1, 2026 6:00am EST

From hostage crisis to assassination plots: Iran’s near half-century war on Americans Iran had its hand in the 1979 hostage crisis to the Cole bombing, 9/11 and assassination threats against Donald Trump By Charles Creitz Fox News Published March 1, 2026 6:00am EST https://www.foxnews.com/politics/from-hostage-crisis-assassination-plots-irans-44-year-war-americans

Putin: Killing of Khamenei a 'cynical violation' of morality By Anders Hagstrom Fox News Published March 1, 2026 7:17am EST

Putin: Killing of Khamenei a 'cynical violation' of morality Putin sent his condolences for Ali Khamenei's death to Iran's surviving president By Anders Hagstrom Fox News Published March 1, 2026 7:17am EST https://www.foxnews.com/world/putin-killing-khamenei-cynical-violation-morality

Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei dead after IDF strike hits Tehran compound, Israeli source confirms By Efrat Lachter , Ruth Marks Eglash Fox News Published February 28, 2026 3:11pm EST

Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei dead after IDF strike hits Tehran compound, Israeli source confirms Iran's supreme leader ruled the Islamic Republic for more than three decades, overseeing brutal crackdowns and proxy wars Efrat Lachter By Efrat Lachter , Ruth Marks Eglash Fox News Published February 28, 2026 3:11pm EST https://www.foxnews.com/world/irans-supreme-leader-ali-khamenei-dead-after-idf-strike-hits-tehran-compound-israeli-source-confirms

MARK LEVIN: Hands off postwar Iran? That could be a grave strategic mistake for America and the world By Mark Levin Fox News Published March 1, 2026 5:00am EST

MARK LEVIN: Hands off postwar Iran? That could be a grave strategic mistake for America and the world The nature of a postwar Iranian government is a crucial issue for both the Iranian people and our country By Mark Levin Fox News Published March 1, 2026 5:00am EST https://www.foxnews.com/opinion/mark-levin-hands-off-post-war-iran-that-could-grave-strategic-mistake-america-world

Elimination of Khamenei changes everything Opinion: Yossi Yehoshua|Updated:04:39

Elimination of Khamenei changes everything Opinion: Operation Roaring Lion is a clear message to the world that Israel safeguards its freedom of action, its home front and its deterrent capability at all times and in all places Yossi Yehoshua Yossi Yehoshua|Updated:04:39 https://www.ynetnews.com/opinions-analysis/article/b1hcepwkbx

Does Iranian missile fire signal attrition strategy or cracks in control? Elisha Ben Kimon|06:50

Does Iranian missile fire signal attrition strategy or cracks in control? Millions in bomb shelters for more than hour amid relentless sirens across wide areas, yet the scale of Iran’s missile fire was relatively limited, prompting officials to assess whether Tehran is pursuing attrition or facing operational breakdowns Elisha Ben Kimon Elisha Ben Kimon|06:50 https://www.ynetnews.com/opinions-analysis/article/ryhljvzkzg

Why Hezbollah is holding back — for now Analysis: Smadar Shiloni|Yesterday | 20:50

Why Hezbollah is holding back — for now Analysis: Lebanon’s leadership is closely watching US and Israeli strikes and Iran’s response, determined to avoid being seen as cooperating with Israel while trying to keep Hezbollah from dragging the country into war Smadar Shiloni|Yesterday | 20:50 https://www.ynetnews.com/opinions-analysis/article/skdcqgwtwe?tbref=hp

US said to have used B-2 stealth bombers in latest Iran strikes ynet Global|11:26

US said to have used B-2 stealth bombers in latest Iran strikes Open-source analysts link aircraft to missions; no official confirmation from Washington ynet Global|11:26 https://www.ynetnews.com/article/bkpu5t11kbl

Former Iranian president Mahmoud Ahmadinejad reported assassinated Lior Ben Ari|10:46

Former Iranian president Mahmoud Ahmadinejad reported assassinated Iranian television reports that Amadinejad, who was once considered one of the bitterest enemies of the State of Israel, was also killed in attacks by Israel and the United States Lior Ben Ari Lior Ben Ari|10:46 https://www.ynetnews.com/article/b1hymtzt11g

‘Head of the snake severed’: Ben-Gvir praises Operation Roaring Lion at strike site ByKESHET NEEV MARCH 1, 2026 13:31

‘Head of the snake severed’: Ben-Gvir praises Operation Roaring Lion at strike site “There were those who had doubts, those who said, ‘What, you won’t succeed,’ or ‘Will you succeed?’ We are winning in Iran, and we will continue until the end,” Ben-Gvir said. https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/article-888370 ByKESHET NEEV MARCH 1, 2026 13:31

Trump threatens Iran with 'force that has never been seen before' if strikes continue BySHIR PERETS MARCH 1, 2026 07:36 Updated: MARCH 1, 2026 09:50

Trump threatens Iran with 'force that has never been seen before' if strikes continue Qalibaf said Iranian authorities had prepared scenarios “including” contingencies for the period after Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, and pledged that Iran would “continue Khamenei’s path." https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/iran-news/article-888326 BySHIR PERETS MARCH 1, 2026 07:36 Updated: MARCH 1, 2026 09:50

New LUCAS attack drones make first operational appearance in Operation Epic Fury ByANNA AHRONHEIM FEBRUARY 28, 2026 22:06 Updated: MARCH 1, 2026 10:05

New LUCAS attack drones make first operational appearance in Operation Epic Fury The suicide drones are reverse engineered Shahed-136 Iranian drones and "are now delivering American-made retribution" https://www.jpost.com/defense-and-tech/article-888313 ByANNA AHRONHEIM FEBRUARY 28, 2026 22:06 Updated: MARCH 1, 2026 10:05

Controlling the skies: IDF, US close to air supremacy over Iran after dropping 1,200 bombs ByYONAH JEREMY BOB MARCH 1, 2026 11:04 Updated: MARCH 1, 2026 14:19

Controlling the skies: IDF, US close to air supremacy over Iran after dropping 1,200 bombs Israel strikes Iran's Tharallah headquarters used to suppress, murder protesters • IDF targets Islamic regime bases, ballistic missile apparatus https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/defense-news/article-888344 ByYONAH JEREMY BOB MARCH 1, 2026 11:04 Updated: MARCH 1, 2026 14:19

Nine Israelis killed, dozens injured after Iranian missile hits Beit Shemesh building ByDR. ITAY GAL, JERUSALEM POST STAFF MARCH 1, 2026 09:18 Updated: MARCH 1, 2026 16:12

Nine Israelis killed, dozens injured after Iranian missile hits Beit Shemesh building At least four apartment buildings destroyed, missile reportedly penetrated local shelter • Several children reported wounded • Second impact registered in central Israel https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/article-888332 ByDR. ITAY GAL, JERUSALEM POST STAFF MARCH 1, 2026 09:18 Updated: MARCH 1, 2026 16:12