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Witness describes Israeli-US ‘double-tap’ strike on downtown Tehran

By Tim Hume, Elis Gjevori and Alma Milisic
Published On 3 Mar 2026
3 Mar 2026
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Israeli and US forces continue their assault on Iran including a strike on the Iranian state broadcaster, as the death toll rises to 787 people. The Israeli army also intensifies air attacks on Lebanon and has launched a new ground incursion into the country’s south.
Saudi authorities say two drones hit the US Embassy in Riyadh, causing a limited fire and minor damage.
US President Donald Trump says the military campaign against Iran could last about four weeks, saying that Washington will do whatever it takes to destroy Tehran’s missile and nuclear capabilities.
Iran has struck energy infrastructure across the Gulf, sending global oil and gas prices sharply higher. Qatar’s state-owned petroleum company has suspended all LNG production after two of its facilities were hit.
Iran’s Revolutionary Guard Corps says the Strait of Hormuz – through which a fifth of the world’s oil consumption passes – is now “closed”, and warns that any vessels attempting to pass through the waterway will be attacked.
Iran continues to attack sites across Israel, with the Israeli military reporting missile interceptions over West Jerusalem, Tel Aviv and Eilat. At least 10 people have been killed in Israel since Saturday.