War Erupts Across Nine Countries: US, Israel, Iran Clash

0:00On March 2nd, the war between the United States, Israel and Iran exploded across nine countries and under 10 hours on Monday with heavy strikes, causing widespread casualties in damage. U.S. and Israeli warplanes hit targets in Iran, or more than 555 people have died since the fighting started, spanning over one. 130 cities, Israel also pounded Lebanon after Hezbollah fired back at northern communities. Iran struck back hard, targeting oil sites and bases from the Gulf of Oman to Cyprus, including a British air base there with limited damage. In Kuwait, air defenses accidentally downed three American F-15E fighters during an attack, but all six crew members were rescued safely. Explosions rocked by Doha and Saudi refineries, forcing shutdowns and filling the skies with smoke near the U.S. Embassy. Casualties include 11 dead in Israel and 31 in Lebanon as authorities work to contain the chaos. Iran's president announced a temporary leadership council to replace the supreme leader killed

1:04in the initial strikes, vowing readiness for a long fight. European allies hesitated at first, but now aid efforts to curb Iran's retaliation. U.S. B-2 bombers targeted Iranian missile sites, and officials report fewer attacks on Israel thanks to degraded enemy capabilities. The UN nuclear watchdog confirms no atomic facilities have been hit so far, despite claims otherwise. Shipping and flights remain snarled as hundreds of vessels anchor nearby. White House sources hint at future talks with potential new Iranian leaders, but for now operations press on amid the uncertainty. But for now, operations press on amid the uncertainty.