Ali Larijani, a top Iranian security official widely believed to be leading the country after the killing of its supreme leader, was killed in an Israeli strike. His death marks another major blow to Iran’s leadership amid escalating conflict with Israel and the United States.

Iran fired a new volley of ballistic missiles toward the Jerusalem area after an earlier strike that appeared to involve a cluster warhead. Emergency services said there were no immediate reports of injuries but crews were responding to impact sites.

Joe Kent resigned as Director of the National Counterterrorism Center, accusing the Trump administration of entering a war with Iran without justification. His public break sparked sharp backlash and raised questions about internal dissent over the conflict.

Micheal Martin presented Donald Trump with shamrock at the White House and urged closer co-operation between the United States and Europe. Their talks focused on Iran, trade tensions, and transatlantic relations amid political criticism at home.

HMS Dragon has yet to reach Cyprus weeks after a drone strike on a British base, drawing sharp criticism of the government's response. The delay has sparked political backlash in Britain and frustration among officials and residents in Cyprus.

The Israeli military carried out new airstrikes across Lebanon targeting Hezbollah sites ahead of a planned overnight rocket barrage. Residents of Tyre and nearby camps were urged to evacuate as civilians began fleeing the area.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu urged Iranians to celebrate Nowruz as Israeli forces target senior Iranian officials. President Isaac Herzog also sent holiday wishes, expressing hope for change and a better future for the Iranian people.

Hezbollah fired dozens of rockets at northern Israel, with one hitting a home in Karmiel but causing no injuries. Israel responded with extensive airstrikes in Lebanon and issued new evacuation warnings as fighting intensified.

Israeli strikes killed two of Iran's top leaders, deepening uncertainty about the war's trajectory. In Washington, senators launched a divisive debate over new voting restrictions as tensions over Iran ripple through United States politics and global energy markets.

Ukraine has sent more than 200 air defense experts to the Middle East at the request of partners, including the United States. Kyiv and London agreed to expand cooperation on drone production and military technology as European leaders reaffirm support for Ukraine.

Iran confirmed that Ali Larijani and other senior figures were killed in joint strikes by the United States and Israel. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu urged Iranians to 'celebrate' as Israel continued its operations.

United States intelligence officials believe Iran’s leadership is likely to remain in power despite the ongoing war. Analysts say the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps has consolidated control and may emerge emboldened rather than weakened.