Iranian authorities have accused the US of planning a “false flag” operation, while Switzerland has imposed a ban on US military flights in its airspace, citing a direct link to the ongoing conflict in Iran. Iranian state media reported that the country has used a copy of the Shahed drone for the US “false flag” operation. Following missile and drone attacks by Iran, Israel’s defense arsenal is reportedly dwindling, with the Israeli military struggling to maintain its missile supplies.
In a joint effort, the US and its allies are working together to unblock the Strait of Hormuz, according to British Energy Minister Kwasi Kwarteng. The Bahraini Ministry of Interior announced the arrest of five individuals accused of providing sensitive information to Iran’s Revolutionary Guard Corps.
The Tanker Trackers platform, which monitors naval tanker movements, has reported on the increasing number of ships navigating through the region. Pope Francis has called for peace in the Middle East, stating that the region has been plagued by “inhumane violence” for two weeks.
Iran’s Revolutionary Guard Corps claims that its retaliatory strikes have targeted enemy objectives across the region, using multi-platform, re-entry targetable missiles. The Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) has urged global institutions, media, and civil society to play a role in combating Islamophobia.
In the occupied West Bank, Israeli forces opened fire on a vehicle, killing four members of the same family. The incident sparked a flurry of social media activity, with multiple reports circulating online.
Meanwhile, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu released a video message on March 12, warning Iran’s Supreme Leader of “dire consequences” while holding up his hands, which appeared to be clenched into fists. In a separate development, Pakistani cricket legend Babar Azam praised the leadership of Sarfaraz Ahmed, who has been awarded an honorary shield for his services to Pakistan cricket.
Iran’s Revolutionary Guard Corps has claimed responsibility for targeting US military bases in the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia, using 10 missiles and drones. Ali Larijani has warned that the US and its allies may stage a “false flag” operation and blame Iran. The Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps has stated that their successful attacks are reflected in the silence of ambulances in Israel.
