Intense Israeli strikes target Iran and Lebanon as US warns bombardment to ‘surge dramatically’

Associated Press (AP)CenterEN 8 min read 100% complete by By JON GAMBRELL, RUSS BYNUM and SALLY ABOU ALJOUDMarch 6, 2026 at 04:23 AM

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Intense Israeli strikes targeted Iran and Lebanon as the US warned of a dramatic surge in bombardment in the Middle East on Thursday, March 5, 2026. The US has been striking Iran for six consecutive days, escalating the conflict. Fighting between Israel and Hezbollah intensified, with Israeli tanks moving to the Lebanese border. Azerbaijan accused Iran of a drone attack and threatened retaliation, signaling a potential expansion of the war. Governments worldwide are scrambling to evacuate citizens stranded across the region as the conflict disrupts travel, including at Dubai International Airport. The escalating conflict raises concerns about regional stability and potential internal destabilization within Iran.

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Imad Mughniyeh 30% Dubai ×330% Azerbaijan 40% Ayatollah Ali Khamenei 40% Hezbollah ×250% Lebanon ×360% Middle East ×470% United States ×470% Israel ×580% Iran ×890%

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iran 90% israeli strikes 90% lebanon 80% middle east conflict 80% escalation 70% us bombardment 70% hezbollah 60% military campaign 50% civilian evacuation 50% destabilization 40%

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