Iran Retaliates with Massive Attacks, Global Fears Rise

0:00On March 2nd, U.S. and Israeli strikes have killed Iran's supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, hitting his compound in Tehan and key naval sites like the Konirak Base. Satellite images reveal widespread destruction, including damaged buildings, missile storage, and debris across the area. Iranian state media confirmed his death after initial denials sparking 40 days of mourning. In retaliation, Iran launched hundreds of missiles and suicide drones at targets across the Middle East, including Dubai, Israel, Bahrain, and U.S. bases. Strikes-hit luxury hotels like the Burj al-Arab, Dubai's airport, and the U.S. Fifth Fleet in Bahrain. Iran claimed hits on 27 U.S. sites and even an American aircraft carrier, though U.S. forces denied any damage. The attacks have killed three U.S. service members and wounded five others, with at least 10 deaths in Israel, three civilians in the UAE, and injuries elsewhere. Huge crowds gathered in Tehran's Inke Lab Square to mourn Khamenei,

1:03while residents in places like Riyadh reported explosions. Air defense is down to most projectiles, but some cause fires in panic. Nearly 6,000 flights worldwide have been canceled, and the UAE intercepted over 600 drones and missiles. An oil tanker Awfulman was hit, injuring four, and Iran closed the strait of Hormuz, stranding 150 tankers and threatening global oil. Flows. As strikes continue into a second day, world leaders watch closely, with British officials noting Iran's eroding command structure amid the chaos.