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Fire caused by drone strike on US consulate in Dubai has been extinguished, officials say

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Updated 3.3.2026
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Operation Epic Fury *Kuwait US Central Command U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) United States Central Command (CENTCOM)

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Mar 3 Evening

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Al JazeeraMar 3

Flames, smoke rise from US Consulate in Dubai after suspected attack

On March 3, 2026, flames and smoke were observed emanating from the US Consulate in Dubai. The incident is suspected to be an attack. The event occurred amid reported Iranian retaliation for US-Israeli strikes. The specific nature of the attack remains unconfirmed. Authorities are likely investigating the cause and extent of the damage. Further details are awaited as the situation unfolds.

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Al JazeeraMar 3

Dubai hotel guests shelter in car park as Iran attacks

On March 3, 2026, guests at a Dubai hotel were evacuated to a basement car park following Iranian missile strikes on targets within the United Arab Emirates. The evacuation was a precautionary measure to ensure the safety of the hotel's occupants during the attack. The news report indicates that the missile strikes were carried out by Iran, though the specific targets and reasons for the attack were not detailed in this brief report. The incident highlights escalating tensions in the Middle East and the potential impact on civilian populations and infrastructure.

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The Guardian - World NewsMar 3

Fire caused by drone strike on US consulate in Dubai has been extinguished, officials say

A drone strike caused a limited fire near the US consulate in Dubai on Tuesday, which has been extinguished. Dubai authorities confirmed the incident and stated that emergency teams responded immediately, reporting no injuries. A US official and Dubai's government media office told the Wall Street Journal that the drone struck the consulate's parking lot. The incident follows a drone strike on the US embassy in Saudi Arabia on Monday and the closure of the US embassy in Kuwait on Tuesday. The US State Department is working to help Americans in the Middle East leave, identifying charter, military, and expanded commercial flight options.

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The fire has been fully extinguished with no injuries reported.

— Dubai’s media office

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The US embassy in Saudi Arabia was struck by two drones on Monday.

— Saudi ministry of defense

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Flames and black smoke were seen rising from the US Consulate in Dubai.

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A fire near the US consulate in Dubai was caused by a drone strike.

— Dubai’s media office

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A drone had struck the parking lot of the consulate in Dubai.

— A US official and Dubai’s government media office to the Wall Street Journal

Mar 3 Morning

2 articles|2 sources
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New York Times - WorldMar 3

Live Updates: U.S. Closes 2 Gulf Embassies as Iran Steps Up Retaliation

Following drone attacks on U.S. embassies in Saudi Arabia and Kuwait, the U.S. State Department has closed its embassies in those two countries. The State Department also issued an urgent advisory, recommending that American citizens immediately depart from 14 unspecified countries. These actions come as tensions escalate in the region, with Iran reportedly increasing retaliatory measures. Simultaneously, the Israeli military announced it has seized additional territory in Lebanon amidst ongoing conflict with Hezbollah, which is backed by Iran. The closures and travel advisory highlight growing concerns about the safety of American personnel and citizens in the Middle East.

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Fox News - WorldMar 3

US casualties rise to 6 following Iranian retaliation for massive strikes

Six U.S. service members have died following Iranian retaliatory strikes in response to recent U.S. and Israeli attacks. U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) confirmed the casualties, stating that the remains of two previously unaccounted for service members were recovered from a facility struck during Iran's initial attacks. The location of the attacks was not specified in the article. CENTCOM stated that major combat operations are ongoing. The identities of the deceased are being withheld until 24 hours after their families are notified. The Pentagon is reportedly deploying more troops to the region in an effort to curb Iran's regional power.

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The State Department urged Americans to immediately leave 14 countries.

— The State Department

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U.S. embassies in Saudi Arabia and Kuwait were closed after being hit by drones.

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Israel’s military said it had seized new areas of Lebanon.

— Israel's military

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Six U.S. service members were killed in Iranian retaliatory strikes.

— Officials

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The U.S. Central Command confirmed the deaths.

— CENTCOM

Mar 2 Evening

3 articles|2 sources
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The Guardian - World NewsMar 2

Three US fighter jets mistakenly shot down over Kuwait

Three US F-15E Strike Eagle fighter jets were mistakenly shot down over Kuwait by Kuwaiti air defenses on Sunday at 11:03 pm ET, according to US Central Command (Centcom). The incident occurred during active combat following US-Israeli airstrikes on Iran, amid attacks from Iranian aircraft, missiles, and drones. All six crew members ejected safely and are in stable condition. Kuwait has acknowledged the incident and launched an investigation. Iran's state media claimed Iranian armed forces were responsible for hitting a US plane that crashed in Kuwait. The incident is part of a larger conflict that began after the US initiated airstrikes on Iran, leading to retaliatory missile attacks by Iran on multiple countries and military bases in the region.

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The Guardian - World NewsMar 2

Fourth American service member killed in Iran operation

A fourth US service member has been killed in a US military operation against Iran, according to the US Central Command. The announcement comes one day after three US service members were confirmed dead on Sunday, marking the first known US fatalities since the strikes began on Saturday. The fourth service member was seriously wounded during Iran's initial attacks and succumbed to their injuries. Three US service members were killed in action, while five others were seriously wounded as part of Operation Epic Fury. The operation is ongoing, with major combat operations continuing and a response effort still underway. The identities of the fallen have been withheld until 24 hours after next of kin notification.

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A fourth US service member has been killed in the US military operations against Iran.

— US Central Command

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Three US service members were “killed in action” as part of Operation Epic Fury.

— US military

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Three US fighter jets were mistakenly shot down over Kuwait.

— US military

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All six aircrew ejected safely, have been safely recovered, and are in stable condition.

— CENTCOM

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Kuwait has acknowledged this incident.

— CENTCOM

Mar 2 Morning

4 articles|4 sources
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BBC News - WorldMar 2

Watch: Video appears to show US F-15 fighter jet crashing in Kuwait

A video verified by the BBC appears to show an F-15 fighter jet crashing to the ground near Kuwait City. The footage was filmed from the west of the city, on the edge of the Al Jahra area. US Central Command later confirmed that three US F-15 jets went down due to "an apparent friendly fire incident". All six crew members ejected safely and are in stable condition. The incident occurred in an unspecified location near Kuwait City, with no further details provided.

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Al JazeeraMar 2

Video: US military jet crashes in Kuwait

On March 2, 2026, a US military jet crashed in Kuwait. Video footage captured the moment the aircraft crashed and the crew ejected. Local residents who arrived at the crash site reported that the aircraft and crew were American. The Kuwaiti Ministry of Defence subsequently confirmed that the crashed jet belonged to the United States military. The article does not state the reason for the crash.

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South China Morning PostMar 2

Iran attack seen as ‘wake-up call’ for China on electronic warfare and intelligence

Analysts suggest that recent US and Israeli air strikes against Iran, dubbed Operation Epic Fury, serve as a "wake-up call" for China regarding electronic warfare and intelligence strategies. The strikes, which resulted in the death of Iran's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, demonstrated the importance of electronic warfare, intelligence gathering, and AI-assisted intelligence missions in modern warfare, beyond traditional weaponry. Despite Iran's attempts to bolster its air defenses with Chinese and Russian missile systems after a previous conflict, these systems proved ineffective against the US and Israeli operation. This event, along with a similar US operation in Venezuela, highlights the vulnerability of air defense systems to electronic warfare and underscores the need for China to re-evaluate its military's use of advanced technologies.

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Key Claims

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All six crew ejected safely.

— US Central Command

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All crew are in stable condition.

— US Central Command

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A US military jet crashed in Kuwait.

— Article

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The crew ejected from the flaming plane.

— Article

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The country’s defence ministry confirmed it was a US jet.

— Kuwait's defence ministry

Mar 1 Evening

2 articles|2 sources
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South China Morning PostMar 1

Pentagon confirms three American deaths in Iran war

The US military confirmed that three American service members were killed and five seriously wounded during Operation Epic Fury, a joint US-Israeli military assault against Iran that began Saturday. Several others sustained minor injuries and have returned to duty. US Central Command stated that major combat operations are ongoing but did not disclose the location of the casualties. The identities of the deceased are being withheld until their families are notified. US President Donald Trump announced that the US Navy destroyed nine Iranian naval ships and largely destroyed Iran's Naval Headquarters. The US Central Command also confirmed that US B-2 stealth bombers struck Iranian ballistic missile facilities overnight.

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Fox News - WorldMar 1

3 US service members killed, 5 seriously wounded in Iran operation

Three U.S. service members were killed and five others seriously wounded during Operation Epic Fury, according to a U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) announcement on Sunday. The incident also resulted in several additional service members sustaining minor injuries, including shrapnel wounds and concussions; these individuals are expected to return to duty. CENTCOM stated that further details, including the identities of the deceased, will be withheld for 24 hours to allow for next of kin notification. The location of the operation was not specified in the announcement. The reason for the operation was also not specified.

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Key Claims

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Three American service members have been killed and five seriously wounded as part of Operation Epic Fury.

— US military

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Major combat operations continue and our response effort is ongoing.

— US Central Command

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US B-2 stealth bombers armed with 2,000lb bombs struck Iran’s hardened ballistic missile facilities.

— US Central Command

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The US Navy had destroyed and sunk 9 Iranian Naval Ships.

— US President Donald Trump

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We largely destroyed their Naval Headquarters.

— US President Donald Trump