Iran war live: Trump again demands surrender; Israel bombs oil depots

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In March 2026, the US and Israel escalated their conflict with Iran, striking oil storage depots and refining facilities in Tehran. These strikes marked the first time the capital had been targeted, resulting in significant fires. Despite assurances from Iran's president that attacks would cease, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE reported further attacks. US President Donald Trump reiterated his demand for Iran's "unconditional surrender," stating the war would only end with the capitulation or incapacitation of Iran's leadership and military. The ongoing conflict continues to escalate, raising concerns about regional stability.

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US President Donald Trump again demands Iran’s “unconditional surrender”.

quoteAl Jazeera

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Israel bombed oil depots.

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The US and Israel continue to strike Iran, hitting oil storage depots and refining facilities in Tehran.

factualAl Jazeera

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Qatar, Saudi Arabia and UAE report more attacks despite assurance from Iran’s president that the strikes will stop.

factualAl Jazeera

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Skip linksSkip to Content Live Navigation menuNewsAfricaAsiaUS & CanadaLatin AmericaEuropeAsia PacificMiddle EastExplainedOpinionSportVideoFeaturesEconomyHuman RightsClimate CrisisInvestigationsInteractivesIn PicturesScience & TechnologyPodcastsTravel Live Navigation menuIsrael-Iran conflictLive trackerIran’s weaponsTop Iran figures killed in US-Israeli attacksWorld reacts to Khamenei's killingA simple guide to IranLive updates, Iran war live: Trump again demands surrender; Israel bombs oil depotsQatar, Saudi Arabia and UAE report more attacks despite assurance from Iran’s president that the strikes will stop.liveThis video may contain light patterns or images that could trigger seizures or cause discomfort for people with visual sensitivities.Al Jazeera LiveBy Ted RegenciaPublished On 8 Mar 2026 The US and Israel continue to strike Iran, hitting oil storage depots and refining facilities in Tehran for the first time, and sparking large fires across the capital. US President Donald Trump again demands Iran’s “unconditional surrender”, saying the war will only end when Tehran’s leaders “cry uncle” or their military is no longer functional.

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