Iran launches new wave of attacks on Israeli and US bases while Israel begins new strikes in Lebanon

Associated Press (AP)CenterEN 11 min read 100% complete by By JON GAMBRELL, DAVID RISING, ELENA BECATOROS and SAMY MAGDYMarch 5, 2026 at 06:53 AM

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In March 2026, the United States and Israel intensified military actions against Iran, while Iran launched attacks on Israeli and US bases. A US submarine sank an Iranian warship off the coast of Sri Lanka, resulting in numerous casualties. The conflict escalated following an Israeli strike that killed Iran's Supreme Leader. The US Defense Secretary indicated the war had "only just begun," while President Trump claimed the US may have influenced the timing of Israeli strikes. Israel also initiated new strikes in Lebanon. The conflict has resulted in damage to Iranian infrastructure and casualties, as evidenced by images of destroyed facilities and unexploded projectiles.

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Germany 30% Ayatollah Ali Khamenei 35% Pete Hegseth ×235% Sri Lanka 40% Mojtaba Khamenei 40% Lebanon ×250% Donald Trump ×260% United States ×580% Israel ×785% Iran ×890%

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