The Iran-Israel-US war has entered its third week with fresh explosions, drone interceptions and rising global concerns over oil supply and regional security. Here are 10 latest updates as of Monday, March 16, from the conflict zone and beyond.
1 / 101. Explosions reported in Tehran: Explosions were heard in central Tehran early Monday, March 16, as air defence systems were activated, an AFP journalist reported. The blasts came hours after Israel said it had carried out large-scale overnight strikes. It was not immediately clear what was targeted. (Image: Reuters)
2 / 102. Israel launches ‘limited’ ground operations: The Israeli military said it had begun “limited and targeted ground operations” against Hezbollah positions in southern Lebanon, according to an official military statement. The move is aimed at strengthening forward defence areas. (Image: Reuters)
3 / 103. Drone attack triggers fire at UAE oil facility: A drone attack targeted oil facilities in the Fujairah industrial zone on the UAE’s east coast, sparking a large fire, local authorities confirmed. (Image: AP)
4 / 104. Saudi Arabia intercepts dozens of drones: Saudi Arabia intercepted 61 drones in the eastern part of the country since midnight, defence ministry figures posted on social media showed, highlighting the widening regional impact of the war. (Image: Reuters)
5 / 105. Civilian killed in missile strike near Abu Dhabi: A Palestinian civilian was killed after a missile struck their car on the outskirts of Abu Dhabi, officials said, raising concerns about civilian safety in Gulf nations. (Image: Reuters)
6 / 106. Flights resume gradually in Dubai: Flights were slowly resuming at Dubai airport after a drone-related incident sparked a fuel tank fire nearby, authorities said. Operations at the major international aviation hub had been suspended following the incident. (Image: Reuters)
7 / 107. Oil prices continue to rise: Global crude prices climbed further amid supply concerns. Brent North Sea crude rose about 3% to $106.50 per barrel in Monday trading, according to market data. (Image: Canva)
8 / 108. Diplomatic push to reopen Strait of Hormuz: European foreign ministers are set to discuss extending the bloc’s Red Sea naval mission to help reopen the Strait of Hormuz, EU officials said, as tensions threaten global oil transport. (Image: Reuters)
9 / 109. Trump pressures NATO allies over Hormuz security: US President Donald Trump warned NATO could face a “very bad” future if allies fail to help secure the Strait of Hormuz. Japan and Australia have indicated they are not planning naval deployments, government statements showed. (Image: Reuters)
10 / 1010. Iran plans World Cup participation despite war: Iran’s men’s national football team still intends to take part in the upcoming World Cup in North America, an Asian football official said, despite security concerns linked to the ongoing conflict. (Image: AP)
