Iran live news: US embassy in Dubai hit; Israel pounds Tehran, Beirut

Al JazeeraCenterEN 1 min read 100% complete by Brian OsgoodMarch 4, 2026 at 01:00 AM
Iran live news: US embassy in Dubai hit; Israel pounds Tehran, Beirut

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In March 2026, the United States and Israel launched attacks on Iran and Lebanon, while Iran conducted counterstrikes that disrupted Middle Eastern oil flows. The US embassy in Dubai was hit, and Israel struck Tehran and Beirut. US forces joined Israel's attacks based on President Trump's belief that Iran was preparing to strike first. Targets in Iran included the Assembly of Experts building in Qom. As of March 4th, the conflict had resulted in at least 787 deaths since the previous Saturday. The reasons provided for the attacks differed between President Trump and Secretary of State Rubio.

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