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.

Israeli officials privately told United States diplomats that Iranian protesters would likely be violently suppressed, despite public encouragement for unrest. A State Department cable indicates Israel believes the regime remains resilient and prepared to crush large-scale demonstrations.

Democrats are competing for an open House seat in Illinois' Ninth Congressional District after Representative Jan Schakowsky's retirement. The race has been shaped by outside spending and debate over United States aid to Israel.

Israel's foreign minister said the country has effectively won its war with Iran but vowed to continue fighting until its goals are met. The conflict has destabilized the region and disrupted global energy supplies as Iran continues missile attacks and restricts a key shipping route.

Heavy outside spending is shaping the Illinois Seventeenth Congressional District primary. Raja Krishnamoorthi is highlighting the historic nature of his Senate bid as he faces Lieutenant Governor Juliana Stratton in a closely watched Democratic contest.

The Patriot air defense system uses radar and hit to kill interceptor missiles to destroy incoming threats. While highly effective, each interceptor costs millions of dollars, raising concerns about supply as demand grows in the Middle East.

The killing of senior Iranian official Ali Larijani has created a major leadership vacuum within the regime. His decades of influence leave uncertainty over succession and could heighten internal divisions.