Israel killed 40 Iranian commanders in one minute, Iran retaliated by attacking Saudi Arabia again.

Desk. After the death of Iran’s Supreme Leader Sayyed Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was confirmed on Sunday, a major war has erupted in the entire Middle-East. Iranian missiles have now started carrying out more powerful attacks on US military bases in the Middle-East. However, Khamenei died in the attack on Saturday itself, which was confirmed by Iran’s state media today. Iran again targeted Dubai Airport, Burj Khalifa and US military bases in Bahrain and Kuwait on Sunday. Meanwhile, Abu Dhabi International Airport has been closed till Monday after the attack. A fierce war has erupted between Iran and Israel and America.

Netanyahu has called a meeting with officials
amid the attack. All Israeli officials were present at the meeting, where Netanyahu is gathering information related to the attack.

Khamenei’s death a turning point in Iran’s history: EU foreign policy chief
EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas has said that the death of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei is “a turning point in Iran’s history.” What happens next is uncertain. But now there is an open path towards a new Iran, an Iran that its people can have more freedom to shape according to their wishes. I am in contact with our partners, including countries in the region that bear the brunt of Iran’s military actions, to take practical steps to reduce tensions.

Bahrain’s Manama hotel attacked
Bahrain says a hotel in Manama was attacked, causing damage. Bahrain’s Interior Ministry said the Crowne Plaza Hotel in the capital, Manama, was the target of the attack. The ministry further said property was damaged in the attack, “but no casualties were reported”. Yesterday, Bahrain said the headquarters of the US Navy’s Fifth Fleet in the island state was targeted in a missile attack, and three buildings in Manama were damaged.

GCC calls attacks a dangerous move
Gulf Cooperation Council chief Jassim al-Budawi strongly condemned Iran’s attack on Oman’s Duqm port and the targeting of an oil tanker off the coast of Oman, calling it a “serious violation and a dangerous move that threatens regional security.” He called these actions “unacceptable provocations” that “undermine stability” in the Gulf region and stressed the need to exercise restraint and respect international law.

Attacks targeting army headquarters in Tehran
Attacks have targeted the Iranian army headquarters in Tehran. Earlier attacks had taken place around Tehran, but today the situation is different as these attacks are taking place in the heart of the city. Seven locations have been attacked, including around Tehran airport. There is no specific information about the targets, nor is it known whether they are linked to the army or the government. These attacks have taken place near major hotels and malls, and Iranians are now more frightened than ever as the operation is getting closer to their homes. Many people are now searching for food and essential supplies, and wondering how long this will last.

Advisory issued for Indian seafarers
In view of the evolving situation in Iran, an advisory has been issued for Indian seafarers and stakeholders associated with the maritime sector. The Directorate General of Shipping has advised Indian seafarers to remain vigilant, follow the official advisories issued by the Ministry of External Affairs and the Indian Embassy in Tehran and exercise utmost caution while operating in the area. Stakeholders have also been requested to closely monitor the safety and well-being of Indian crew members and share relevant information with the authorities (Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways).

Foreign ministers of GCC countries to hold emergency meeting
An emergency meeting of the foreign ministers of the Gulf Cooperation Council will be held today via video conference, a Gulf source said. The GCC is a political and economic alliance of six countries of the Arabian Peninsula – Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates.

Sirens sounded in several areas, including Tel Aviv.
The Israeli Home Front Command announced that sirens were sounding in Tel Aviv and its surrounding areas, as well as in Jerusalem and the occupied West Bank. According to official Israeli sources, sirens also sounded in Haifa and its bay area, as well as in Acre and its surrounding areas.

Iran’s President said – it is the country’s duty to avenge Khamenei’s assassination
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said that it is the country’s “duty and legitimate right” to avenge the assassination of Khamenei and other senior Iranian officials. Expressing condolences, the president said, “The Islamic Republic of Iran considers it its duty and legitimate right to seek justice and retribution from the perpetrators and those who ordered this historical crime, and it will use all its strength to fulfill this great responsibility and duty.”

Iranian Armed Forces Chief of Staff Abdulrahim Mousavi was killed
Iranian Armed Forces Chief of Staff Abdulrahim Mousavi was also killed. In addition, the IDF killed 7 members of the top Iranian security leadership and 40 senior commanders in Tehran.

Iran’s top security official warns US-Israel
Iran’s top security official, Ari Larijani, has issued a warning to the US and Israel. He said on X, “Yesterday Iran fired missiles at the US and Israel, and they caused damage. Today we will attack them with a force they have never faced before.” His language was similar to the warning Trump issued to Iran earlier in the day. The US President wrote on social media, “Iran has just said that they will attack very strongly today, with a force they have never been attacked with before. But they should not do that, because if they do, we will attack them with a force they have never seen before!”