Diary
ISTANBUL
Here are the main topics Anadolu's English Desk plans to cover on Sunday, March 1, 2026 (coverage may change depending on developing/ breaking stories):
Iran confirms Khamenei killed in US-Israeli strikes
Iranian state TV confirmed Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and top security officials were killed in Saturday's strikes by the US and Israel. Iran vowed revenge, declared a 40-day period of mourning, while an interim council will oversee until a new leader is elected.
US President Donald Trump warned Iran against hitting back.
Escalating regional tensions after US-Israeli attacks
Iran retaliated to the joint US-Israeli attack by targeting Israel as well as US assets in the Gulf region, drawing condemnation and disrupting flight schedules across the region. Many countries shut their airspace.
Reactions to joint action against Iran
Reactions from the region and beyond over the joint US-Israeli operation against Iran and its consequences. The operation came as talks between Washington and Tehran over Iran’s nuclear program had been ongoing under Oman’s mediation.
Pak-Afghan clashes continue
Deadly clashes between Pakistan and Afghanistan, which began earlier this week, continue despite regional efforts for a ceasefire. Pakistan accuses the Afghan Taliban administration of harboring terrorists who attack the country, an accusation the former denies.
South Korea's Lee begins 2-nation tour of Southeast Asian nations
South Korea's President Lee Jae Myung begins two-nation tour of Southeast Asia to expand cooperation, with first stop in Singapore and then to the Philippines.
