Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps said it targeted Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office as fighting with Israel and the United States grew.   In a statement carried by Fars news agency, the Guards said, “The office of the criminal prime minister of the Zionist regime and the headquarters of the regime's air force commander were targeted.” It said Kheibar missiles were used.   The report said Netanyahu’s status remains unclear.   Israel and the US have carried out strikes across Iran since Saturday. The conflict has spread across the region. Explosions were reported in several Gulf cities. Flights were cancelled and oil facilities were hit as tensions rose further. (PC: HT)

France, Germany and the United Kingdom said they are ready to work with the United States and regional allies as tensions in West Asia rise.   In a joint statement on March 1, the three leaders condemned Iran’s recent missile and drone strikes. They said they were “appalled by the indiscriminate and disproportionate missile attacks” and warned Tehran to “stop these reckless attacks immediately.”   The leaders said they may support “necessary and proportionate defensive action” to destroy Iran’s launch sites. They added that they have agreed to coordinate with the US and allies in the region.   The warning comes after US-Israel strikes on Iran under Operation Epic Fury. (PC: X)

India and Canada agreed on a series of deals as Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney in Delhi. The leaders said they want to reset ties after tensions in recent years.   They agreed to conclude a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement by the end of 2026. They also set a goal to raise trade to $50 billion by 2030. Canadian firm Cameco signed a long-term deal to supply uranium to India.   Both sides pledged cooperation in critical minerals, clean energy, space and education. Modi called it a “new chapter” in ties. Carney said both countries would deepen economic and strategic cooperation. (PC: X)

Iran’s envoy to the International Atomic Energy Agency said the US and Israel attacked Iran’s nuclear facilities on Sunday. Ambassador Reza Najafi claimed the Natanz enrichment facility was targeted. He called the strikes “unlawful, criminal and brutal.”   The US and Israel have not confirmed strikes on Natanz.   IAEA chief Rafael Grossi said there is “no indication” that nuclear sites were damaged. He added that no rise in radiation levels has been detected so far.   Grossi said the situation is “very concerning” and called for a return to diplomacy.   The conflict in the region has widened in recent days. (PC: India Today)

An Indian mariner was killed after a bomb-carrying drone boat hit an oil tanker in the Gulf of Oman, authorities said. The Oman News Agency identified the vessel as MKD VYOM. The tanker was sailing off Muscat when the blast took place.   Ship manager V.Ships said the vessel suffered “an explosion and subsequent fire” after being struck by a suspected projectile. “One crew member… has died,” it added.   The attack comes as tensions rise near the Strait of Hormuz. Iran has warned vessels in the area amid the ongoing conflict.   It was not immediately clear who carried out the strike. (PC: X)

The United States shared video showing strikes on Iranian fighter jets and drones parked at a facility. US Central Command said its forces are taking “bold action” to remove imminent threats from Iran.   The strikes are part of a joint US and Israeli operation. Key cities, including Tehran and Isfahan, have been hit. Iran’s Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei was killed in earlier attacks, according to reports.   Iran has responded with strikes on US allies in the Gulf. Several airports and airspaces in the region have been closed.   India said it is closely monitoring the situation and preparing support for its citizens.

Narendra Modi on Monday said the situation in West Asia is a “matter of grave concern” for India. Speaking at a joint press briefing with Mark Carney, he said India supports dialogue and diplomacy.   “India wants all conflicts to be resolved through dialogue and diplomacy,” he said. He added that India will work with countries in the region to ensure the safety of Indians.   Modi said India has always called for peace and stability. He also said India and Canada agree that terrorism and extremism are major global challenges.   He did not name any country during his remarks.

Iran launched fresh missile and drone strikes on Israel and Gulf states on Monday, widening the regional conflict. Media outlets reported a drone strike on Saudi Aramco’s Ras Tanura Refinery, one of the world’s largest oil export hubs.   The Jerusalem Post said a “small and isolated fire” broke out at the site and was later controlled. Reuters reported the facility was temporarily closed.   Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps said the “tenth wave opened massive gates of fire upon the occupied territories.”   Iranian media also reported a strike on Salman Port, claiming it was used for US logistics.   Saudi Arabia strongly condemned the attacks. (PC: HT)

Indian stock markets closed sharply lower on Monday as global markets fell due to the Middle East crisis. The BSE Sensex dropped 1,048 points to settle at 80,238. The Nifty 50 fell 312 points to end at 24,865. Both indices had fallen over 2% during the day. Broader markets also declined. Nifty Midcap 150 and Nifty Smallcap 250 lost over 1.5% each. Reliance Industries fell around 2% and was among the top drags. Larsen & Toubro and InterGlobe Aviation were major losers. Brent crude rose to $80 per barrel. The rupee weakened amid higher oil prices. (PC: NDTV)

Israeli strikes in Lebanon have killed at least 31 people, the Lebanese health ministry said. It added that 149 others were injured in Beirut and southern Lebanon. Israel and Hezbollah continued cross-border fire as the war with Iran widened.   Iranian strikes were reported in Bahrain and Dubai. An oil refinery in Saudi Arabia was seen on fire. In Kuwait, the military said “several” US fighter jets crashed. The crew were unharmed. The cause is under investigation.   In Israel, nine people were killed in an Iranian missile strike in Beit Shemesh on Sunday.   The Israeli military said it killed senior Iranian intelligence officials and struck the ministry headquarters in Tehran. (PC: X)