Airspace has been closed across a number of countries as the war is feared to spread wider in the West Asia/Middle East region. | World News
Month: February 2026
US forces are locked in air-defense battles, fending off attacks on American bases amid the fighting with Iran, official says
A US official told Business Insider that land, air, and naval forces are participating in the air defense operations.
At least two killed in attack on Iraq military base as Iran-Israel conflict escalates
A source from Kataeb Hezbollah told AFP that “there are two martyrs from Kataeb and another five wounded in the aggression on the Jurf al-Nasr base.” | World News
Read President Trump’s statement on Iran — VIDEO
President Donald Trump said in an 8-minute video posted on his Truth Social that the U.S. has begun “major combat operations in Iran.”
Iran situation ‘perilous,’ says EU’s top diplomat
European leaders urged restraint after the U.S. and Israel launched strikes against Iran.
Middle East airspace empties, FlightRadar24 down amid US-Iran conflict
Flight tracking website Flightradar24 was down as travellers flocked to the website amid changing itineraries and flight routes. | World News
What to know about U.S.-Israel attacks on Iran
The U.S. and Israel have launched major attacks on Iran that President Donald Trump says aim to crush Iran’s military and stop production of a nuclear weapon. Iran’s Revolutionary Guard
Explosions heard across the Middle East as Iran retaliates against U.S. attacks; flights disrupted
CNBC’s team in the United Arab Emirates confirmed hearing a number of loud explosions in both the UAE’s capital city of Abu Dhabi and Dubai.
Trump says Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei is dead
Iran’s Foreign Ministry responded to the joint strikes Saturday, saying that the country “will not hesitate” in its response to the renewed military aggression.
Iran launches counterattacks against US bases in the Gulf
Missiles and drones hit American facilities in Bahrain, Qatar and the United Arab Emirates, Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps said.
First Thoughts on the New Iran War
For weeks, on our podcast, I have wondered: Did Donald Trump find himself stumbling uncomfortably into a new military conflict with Iran due to unfolding events inside the Islamic Republic
Iran vows ‘no leniency’ as it launches reprisal attacks on Israel and US air bases
Tehran says strikes on country, which targeted key leaders and have killed at least 80 children, breach UN charter
Read President Trump’s statement on Iran in full
“Now is the time to seize control of your destiny, and to unleash the prosperous and glorious future that is close within your reach.”
Trump launches war against Iran
How could the U.S. strikes in Iran affect the world’s oil supply?
Despite sanctions, Iran is one of the world’s major oil producers, with much of its crude exported to China.
Burj Khalifa evacuated? Why Dubai authorities are asking people to vacate world’s tallest building
Loud blasts were heard across Dubai on Saturday after Iran launched retaliatory attacks targeting US-linked military facilities in the region. | World News
What to know about the new US-Israel attacks on Iran
The U.S. and Israel have launched major attacks on Iran that President Donald Trump says aim to crush Iran’s military and stop production of a nuclear weapon. Two Israeli officials
What you missed this week internationally
Fascinating news from around the world includes Christian Ronaldo, the World Photography Award, low birth rates in Japan, turtles on the Galapagos Islands and a problem with Canadian broccoli slaw.
Vietnam AI law takes effect, first in Southeast Asia
A law regulating artificial intelligence went into effect in Vietnam on Sunday, making it the first country in Southeast Asia with a comprehensive framework on the booming technology.
A look at Iran’s key political and religious figures
After Saturday’s major attack on Iran by the U.S. and Israel, U.S. President Donald Trump has called on the Iranian public to “seize control of your destiny” and rise up
Lamine Yamal explains why he’s got his smile back at Barcelona after hitting first hat-trick
The teenager’s put his injury problems behind him.
Jeremiyah Love runs 4.36-second 40-yard dash
Notre Dame’s Jeremiyah Love is widely viewed as far and away the best running back in the 2026 NFL draft, and what he did today at the Scouting Combine only solidified that.
Cause of death revealed for Lil Jon’s son, DJ Young Slade
A cause of death has been revealed for Lil Jon’s 27-year-old son, who was found dead in a pond near his Georgia home earlier this month.
Biggest moments, fastest 40s and standout performances from QB, WR, RB workouts
Stay up to date with everything that happens during on-field workouts in Indianapolis on Saturday afternoon
Underwood concerned with complacency following Illini loss to Michigan
Illinois trailed by as many as 21 points in the second half.
Why ‘very disturbing images’ forced Chloe Kim to shut down DMs after Winter Olympics
Chloe Kim added another medal to her Olympic resume, but she removed one thing from her social media. The three-time medalist in the halfpipe revealed on Friday that she had to turn off direct messages from her Instagram account over “disturbing images” she had been receiving.
Pete Davidson is offering $10K bounty to collector who buys his rare toy
Pete Davidson is offering $10,000 to the collector who buys his rare toy — and The Post is exclusively releasing his video announcing it since he doesn’t have social media.
Celebrities react to President Trump’s strikes on Iran as conflict intensifies
As many Americans slept, the US military struck Iran — sparking swift reactions from celebs and lawmakers.
Shia LaBeouf says ‘gay people are scary’ in shock first interview since Mardi Gras arrest
Shia LaBeouf blamed his recent Mardi Gras bar brawl arrest on his fear of gay people in a new interview shared on YouTube Saturday.
US military releases dramatic video of strikes on Iran
US Central Command released video Saturday of American missiles obliterating various targets in Iran.
Cheers, applause echo across Tehran — as word spreads that Supreme Leader Khamenei is dead
Loud cheers could be heard throughout parts of Tehran after news of the death of Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, broke.
Tri-State leaders react to Iran strikes by U.S. & Israel
Local officials are offering mixed reactions to today’s U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran Gov. Kathy Hochul (D-New York) says the state is taking…
How Shelter, a legendary NYC dance party, has kept going for 35 years
An interview with Shelter’s architect, DJ Timmy Regisford, on carrying on the Paradise Garage’s legacy, what’s changed over time, and what hasn’t.
St. John’s wants another shot at UConn in Big East Tournament after historic loss
Moments after Wednesday night’s historic loss to UConn, several St. John’s players were already eyeing a rematch.
Horrifying Moment High-Rise Tower in Bahrain Explodes in Fireball
Viral videos being shared on social media captured the horrific moment a high-rise residential building in Bahrain was struck by an Iranian drone. The strike…
New York officials weigh in on Iran strikes
State leaders demand congressional briefings, question war powers authority
New York lawmakers and others react to Saturday’s U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran
ROCHESTER, N.Y. — On Saturday, the U.S. and Israel struck various targets within Iran. New York lawmakers, law enforcement, and others weighed in on the incidents. RELATED: The Latest: Iran launches retaliatory strikes as Trump calls for regime change RELATED: The Latest: Trump says Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei is deadNew York Police Department News“The […]
Trump says Iran’s supreme leader is dead
President Donald Trump posted to Truth Social that Iran’s Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei was dead.
Most horrifying videos from Iran and attacks across the Middle East as hell is unleashed
A number of shocking videos have gone viral from the US’ first day of attacks on Iran known as “Operation Epic Fury.”
Grandfather’s ‘PB4WEGO’ license plate OK’d by NY Gov. Kathy Hochul
Seth Bykofsky, 69, got approval from New York Gov. Kathy Hochul to continue using his PB4WEGO license plate.
Photos capture tense moments Trump, Vance orchestrate strikes on Iran
Chilling photos show the tense moments President Trump and Vice President Vance orchestrated the monumental strikes on Iran while hundreds of miles apart.
I’m a data analyst who survived 3 rounds of layoffs at Block. I saw how AI was automating my work — it cost me my job.
A former Block data analyst who survived three layoffs says he suspected AI cuts were coming before losing his job.
????New York Jets Trade Rumors Are STACKING UP From The NFL Combine
New York Jets trade news and rumors are coming in hot on today’s show. Carolina Panthers QB Andy Dalton and Indianapolis Colts QB Anthony Richardson are on t…
Luxury Fairmont hotel in Dubai engulfed in flames after being hit by retaliatory Iranian missile strike
Viral videos posted online showed the Fairmont Hotel in Dubai, United Arab Emirates engulfed in flames after reportedly being hit by a retaliatory Iranian…
Ian Rapoport Gives His Free Agency Ideas For The New York Jets!
Ian Rapoport of the NFL Network shared his thoughts on the New York Jets free agency approach with Eric Allen. He talked about how they Jets could go the qua…
Iran strikes US Naval Center in Bahrain
Iran struck a US Navy base in Bahrain Saturday in a series of retaliatory attacks across the region after the US and Israel launched a multitude of attacks t…
Jack Hughes, Megan Keller get candid about Team USA’s gold meetup
It looks like the United States men’s and women’s hockey teams have made up. Team USA stars Jack Hughes and Megan Keller joined “The Pat McAfee Show” on Friday to talk about their experiences at the 2026 Olympics in Milan.
Vincent Trocheck scores shootout winner as Rangers edge Penguins 3-2
Vincent Trocheck scored the shootout winner and Igor Shesterkin made 31 saves and the New York Rangers rallied to defeat the Pittsburgh Penguins 3-2 on Saturday.
Flick talks Lamine, Pedri, Bernal, Gavi, Marcelino after Barcelona 4-1 Villarreal
FC Barcelona cruised to a stunning 4-1 victory over Villarreal earlier today at the Spotify Camp Nou, riding on a brilliant hat-trick from Lamine Yamal. The teenage sensation scored twice in the first period before adding another one after the half-time break. Robert Lewandowski then netted the fourth in stoppage time to add more sheen […]
Mamdani on wrong side of ‘snowball fight’ with police
The snowball fight could have been handled better on both sides. This would have been a much nicer story if the cops had been in on it to start, instead of storming in to try to break things up when the gathering got out of hand.








