Trump says Iran war could last four to five weeks, but could go 'far longer'
US President Donald Trump said the US campaign against Tehran has 'the capability to go far longer, as the Iran war entered its fourth day. Follow our live blog.
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Spiders are ‘fundamental’ for planetary health – so why are they forgotten in conservation efforts?
Almost 90% of insects and arachnids lack conservation status in the US, a new study reveals.
Hundreds of foreign nationals evacuate from Iran to Azerbaijan amid escalating conflict
Estimates suggest that at least 370-400 people have safely sought refuge in Azerbaijan after crossing the Astara border checkpoint. Some 100 of those were Azerbaijani nationals with the rest being expats from 19 different countries.
Middle East flights: First departures bring slight relief amid global aviation turmoil
A small number of Etihad and Emirates flights departed on Monday, but hundreds of thousands of passengers remain in travel limbo.
Middle East flights: first departures bring slight relief amid global aviation turmoil
A small number of Etihad and Emirates flights departed on Monday, but hundreds of thousands of passengers remain in travel limbo.
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Latest news bulletin | March 2nd, 2026 – Evening
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this March 2nd, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
‘Hope for Indigenous peoples’: An unexpected birth could bring this Amazon tribe back from the brink
With only three women left, the Akuntsu were decimated by a government-backed land grab in the Amazon.
‘Hope for Indigenous peoples’: An unexpected birth could bring this Amazon tribe back from the brink
With only three women left, the Akuntsu were decimated by a government-backed land grab in the Amazon.
Why the Strait of Hormuz is crucial to global oil and maritime trade
The Strait of Hormuz is a key shipping lane linking the Gulf to global markets, with a large share of the world’s oil and gas passing through it daily. Disruptions caused by tensions between Iran, the US and Israel risk affecting energy supplies and international trade. Watch the video for more.
Flood of AI-generated ICE videos risks undermining trust in real footage, experts warn
Nearly 200 AI-generated ICE clips have gained millions of views across social media, according to data shared with The Cube.
'You can no longer trust what you see and hear': How AI is fuelling global cyber threats
AI deepfakes and state-sponsored hackers pose massive cybersecurity risks, says a Palo Alto Networks executive.
Iran conflict may trigger wave of geopolitical cyberattacks, Palo Alto executive warns
As geopolitical conflict escalates, cybersecurity expert says digital warfare will follow.
Macron orders nuclear warhead increase and unveils 'forward deterrence' plan for Europe
Speaking from France’s ballistic-missile submarine base in Brittany, the French president said he “will never hesitate” to protect the country’s “vital interests” and promised “circumstantial deployments” with European allies.
Macron orders nuclear warhead increase and unveils 'advanced deterrence' plan for Europe
Speaking from France’s ballistic-missile submarine base in Brittany, the French president said he “will never hesitate” to protect the country’s “vital interests” and promised “circumstantial deployments” with European allies.
‘Dangerous and socially unacceptable:’ experts warn against rushed rollout of online age checks
Age verification through a live selfie or uploading a piece of government ID is the way that technology companies say will be used to keep children off harmful sites.
‘Opposite my hotel a building was bombed’: Tourists on being stuck in the Middle East
Dubai has long been marketed as a safe, stable oasis in a troubled region, so the situation has left tourists and residents shaken.
Tel Aviv residents assess damage after Iranian missile strike kills one
Residents in Tel Aviv surveyed damage after an Iranian missile strike killed one woman, as sirens and further alerts sent people back to shelters.
A winding conversation on loss: In praise of 'The Mountain' by Gorillaz
The ninth studio album by British virtual band Gorillaz is out and deals with death and grief by merging Indian classical instrumentation with the group's eclectic pop influences. It's an ambitious meditation that stands as an early highlight of 2026.
Middle East travellers warned about scammers impersonating airline support accounts
Passengers requesting information about scheduled flights from airlines such as Emirates and Etihad are being approached by users asking for their contact details.
Spain rejects Israel's accusation of 'standing with Iran' and other tyrants
Spanish Foreign Affairs Minister José Manuel Albares dismissed as "absurd and ridiculous" his Israeli counterpart Gideon Sa'ar's remarks about Spain's position on the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.
Israeli foreign minister accuses Spain of 'standing with Iran'
Gideon Sa'ar's remarks came after Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez condemned of US and Israeli strikes on Iran, which have been followed by an escalation across the Middle East. The Spanish foreign affairs minister called Sa'ar's complaint "absurd and ridiculous".
The digital battleground: How cyber attacks will shape the Israel-Iran conflict
Israel, Iran, and the US are engaged in a rapidly escalating cyber conflict that targets each other’s governments, militaries and critical infrastructure.
Driverless trains and ancient treasures: inside Thessaloniki's ultra-modern metro
After nearly 20 years of construction, Thessaloniki’s first metro is finally running. Driverless trains ease traffic and pollution, while stations display ancient artefacts uncovered during works. The €3bn project was completed thanks to strong EU and European Investment Bank support.
European gas prices jump by as much as 45% as Qatar stops LNG production
European natural gas prices surged on Monday as the escalating conflict in the Middle East caused Qatar to stop LNG production at the world’s top plant.
UK says it is not at war after Iranian drone strikes RAF Akrotiri base in Cyprus
Akrotiri is the UK's main air base for operations in the Middle East and in recent years has been used for missions against the so-called IS group in Syria and Iraq and to strike Houthi targets in Yemen.
Watch the video: Khamenei's rule and the three pillars of power — what were they?
The ayatollah's death ends almost 37 years of his absolute rule over Iran. Looking at his legacy, we see a combination of religious authority, military might, and regional influence. And what your reporter sees are three pillars of power. Let's analyse them.
Another oil tanker hit by drone boat as Strait of Hormuz tensions rise
An oil tanker has been struck near the Strait of Hormuz, marking another attack in the area that triggered an explosion and left one crew member dead.
‘A world chained to fossil fuels’: Does the war on Iran prove it’s time to quit oil for good?
After Iran warned that the Strait of Hormuz was closed for navigation, climate groups have urged governments to focus on clean energy.
Iran war: UAE starts exceptional flights for stranded passengers
The first flights from the UAE took off just before 3 pm local time on Monday, with Emirates set to operate some flights starting in the evening.
Iran war: Etihad Airways resumes some flights from Abu Dhabi
Flightradar24 tracking shows that several flights have left for destinations including London Heathrow, Paris, Amsterdam and Moscow.