Live Coverage of the Iran–U.S.–Israel Conflict / March 08

WANA  – Our team is closely monitoring the latest developments regarding the U.S. and Israel’s war against Iran.

This report is being updated…

Israeli Orbiter 4 Drone Intercepted and Destroyed Over Isfahan

Advanced U.S. THAAD Radars Destroyed in Regional Strikes

WANA (Mar 08) – In recent operations targeting enemy missile defense systems, four advanced radar units of the U.S. THAAD system were struck and destroyed, according to a spokesperson for the Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters.

The spokesperson stated that the high-range THAAD radars located in Al-Ruba, Al-Ruwis, Al-Kharj, and Al-Azraq were targeted and destroyed within the past 24 hours. These radars had been providing real-time data to the missile defense networks of Israel and the United States.

New Generation Missiles Fired in Wave 28 of “True Promise 4” Operation

WANA (Mar 08) – In the 28th wave of the Promising Truth, several new-generation missiles were launched, including multi-warhead Qadr missiles, Emad missiles with warheads ranging from 700 kilograms to one ton, and the Kheibar-Shikan.

The Kheibar-Shekan missile, with a range of 1,450 kilometers, has maneuverability up to the moment of impact and has achieved the highest hit rate in previous waves. Officials noted that due to the recent weakening of the radar and air defense systems of the United States and Israel, these missiles can now reach their targets more easily.

Latest Status of Selecting the New Supreme Leader by the Assembly of Experts

WANA (Mar 08) – All members agree on the necessity of completing the process of selecting the new Supreme Leader, but there are two differing views regarding how the final result should be announced.

1. A considerable number of representatives in the Assembly of Experts believe that the expert evaluations and necessary reviews to verify the qualifications of a fully qualified Islamic jurist have been completed. Considering the current conditions in Iran, they believe there is no longer a need to hold an in-person session to take another vote.

According to this group, the secretariat of the Assembly of Experts can officially announce the name of the new Leader of the Revolution based on the conducted assessments.

2. Another group of members of the Assembly of Experts emphasizes the need to hold an in-person meeting. They believe that although the process of identifying qualified candidates has been properly carried out, it would be better to hold a session so that votes can be formally cast and the final result officially announced to the public, in order to preserve formal procedures and ensure maximum participation of members.

Investigations indicate that the most important reason for the delay in announcing the final result is security concerns.

Switzerland: Attacks on Iran Are Illegal

WANA (Mar 08) – Martin Pfister, Switzerland’s defense minister, said that recent attacks by the United States and the Israeli regime against Iran violate international law, joining other European leaders who have voiced concern over the escalating conflict.

Pfister stated that the Federal Council—Switzerland’s cabinet—believes the attack on Iran constitutes a breach of international law.

“The Federal Council believes that the attack on Iran is a violation of international law. From our perspective, this action represents a breach of the prohibition on the use of force,” he said.

Legal experts say many countries consider the attacks illegal under the United Nations Charter, which prohibits member states from using or threatening to use force without authorization from the UN or outside the framework of legitimate self-defense.

Irish cartoonist, Harry Burton, reacts to the attack on Minab students

Iranian Air Defense Intercepts Advanced Cruise Missile

WANA (Mar 08) – Iran’s western regional air defense reportedly intercepted and destroyed an advanced AGM-158 JASSM cruise missile. The missile was neutralized by the country’s air defense systems, according to military sources.

Drone Strikes Reported on Targets in Haifa, Tel Aviv, and U.S. Bases in Kuwait

WANA (Mar 08) – According to a statement issued by the Iranian Army, targets described as American and Israeli were attacked by drones operated by the army’s air and naval forces.

In Statement No. 18, the Islamic Republic of Iran Army said that during the past several hours, its air and naval units carried out drone operations using various strike drones. The statement claims that designated targets in Haifa and Tel Aviv, as well as U.S. facilities in Camp Arifjan in Kuwait, were struck.

The reported targets included ammunition and equipment warehouses, air-defense positions, a signals-intelligence collection site, and accommodation tents.

UN Secretary-General Condemns Military Attacks

UN Secretary-General António Guterres at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, on January 22, 2025. Social media/ WANA News Agency

WANA (Mar 08) – António Guterres, Secretary-General of the United Nations, condemned what were described as large-scale military attacks by the United States and Israel against Iran.

Referring to Article 2 of the United Nations Charter, he emphasized the obligation of countries to refrain from threats or the use of force against the territorial integrity or political independence of other states.

Nearly 2,000 Israelis Reportedly Hospitalized Since Start of War

WANA (Mar 08) – The Israeli Ministry of Health has reported that nearly 2,000 injured individuals have been transferred to hospitals in Israel since the start of the conflict with Iran. The report also claimed that the Israeli government has heavily censored information regarding casualties and the extent of damage.

Iran Downs Hermes 900 Drone Over Western Airspace

WANA (Mar 08) – The Public Relations Office of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) reported that a Hermes 900 drone was intercepted and destroyed over western Iran.

According to the statement, the drone was tracked and neutralized by the IRGC’s advanced air defense systems, operating under the country’s integrated air defense network.

Protest Against Attacks on Iran Held Outside Norway’s Foreign Ministry

WANA (Mar 08) – Yesterday, a demonstration took place outside Norway’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Oslo opposing potential military actions by the United States and Israel against Iran.

During the protest, several individuals attempted to disrupt the gathering, but Norwegian police intervened to prevent any disturbances.

Following the demonstration, some participants proceeded to the Iranian Embassy in Oslo, where they laid flowers and lit candles in a symbolic gesture.

Iranian Red Crescent President Calls on ICC to Investigate Attacks on Civilian ‎Targets in Iran

WANA (Mar 08) – President of the Iranian Red Crescent Society ‎‎(IRCS) in a formal letter to the Prosecutor of the‏ ‏International Criminal Court (ICC) ‎has requested “initiation of an Investigation into War Crimes Arising from Attacks ‎by the United States of America and the Israeli Regime against Civilian Objects ‎within the Territory of the Islamic Republic of Iran.”‎

Iranian Red Crescent President Calls on ICC to Investigate Attacks on Civilian ‎Targets in Iran

WANA (Mar 08) – President of the Iranian Red Crescent Society ‎‎(IRCS) in a formal letter to the Prosecutor of the‏ ‏International Criminal Court (ICC) ‎has requested “initiation of an Investigation into War Crimes Arising from Attacks ‎by the United States of America and the Israeli Regime against Civilian Objects ‎within the Territory of the […]

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Iran Launches 28th Wave of “True Promise 4” Operation

WANA (Mar 08) – The Public Relations Office of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) announced the launch of the 28th wave of the “True Promise 4” operation. The offensive involved new-generation missiles from the IRGC Aerospace Force targeting Beersheba, Tel Aviv, and Al-Azraq Air Base.

According to the statement, the infrastructure of Al-Azraq Air Base, described as the largest and most active hub for American fighter jets, was struck multiple times. Military targets in Tel Aviv and Beersheba, within the occupied territories, were hit with “Kheibar” missiles equipped with ultra-heavy warheads.

IRGC also emphasized that the scope and intensity of attacks by Iran’s armed forces against the enemy will expand in the coming hours and days.

Iran Vows to Target Enemy Military Assets Until They Regret Their Actions

WANA (Mar 08) – Major General Ali Abdollahi, commander of the Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters, issued a strong message to the Iranian nation, emphasizing that Iran will target enemy military centers, equipment, and anything necessary to make adversaries regret their actions. “We will continue the war until the enemy is defeated and regrets their behavior and deeds,” he declared…

Iran Vows to Target Enemy Military Assets Until They Regret Their Actions

WANA (Mar 08) – Major General Ali Abdollahi, commander of the Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters, issued a strong message to the Iranian nation, emphasizing that Iran will target enemy military centers, equipment, and anything necessary to make adversaries regret their actions. “We will continue the war until the enemy is defeated and regrets their behavior […]

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Handala” Cyber Group Disables Israeli Aviation and Military Networks

WANA (Mar 08) – The Handala Cyber Group announced a major cyber operation targeting Israel’s critical infrastructure, successfully infiltrating the central servers of the regime’s meteorological systems and disabling all government and military weather stations. The attack reportedly plunged Israeli aviation and military networks into complete disruption and information blackout.

In a statement, Handala described the operation as a demonstration of its cyber capabilities and a clear indication of vulnerabilities within Israel’s security infrastructure. The group emphasized that these weaknesses are more exposed than ever and that this attack is only the beginning of future operations.

Handala also assured “free nations of the world” that the “beating heart of resistance in cyberspace remains alive, and the enemy will never find peace….

Handala” Cyber Group Disables Israeli Aviation and Military Networks

WANA (Mar 08) – The Handala Cyber Group announced a major cyber operation targeting Israel’s critical infrastructure, successfully infiltrating the central servers of the regime’s meteorological systems and disabling all government and military weather stations. The attack reportedly plunged Israeli aviation and military networks into complete disruption and information blackout.   In a statement, Handala […]

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Latest Status on Fuel Tank Fires in Tehran

WANA (Mar 08) – Fuel and oil storage tanks in Shahran, Aghdasieh, Rey, and Alborz province Fardis, were reportedly struck by U.S.-Israeli missiles on Saturday night. Firefighting teams are on site, and the blaze is currently under control.

Officials emphasized that only fuel storage tanks containing oil and diesel were hit, and reports claiming that refineries were targeted are incorrect. Despite the fire affecting multiple tanks in Tehran’s fuel depot, authorities say the blaze has not spread to any refinery and remains contained.

Experts noted that due to the large volume of flammable materials, completely extinguishing the fire is not possible at this time. Controlled burning is being managed to allow the fuel to burn gradually….

Latest Status on Fuel Tank Fires in Tehran

WANA (Mar 08) – Fuel and oil storage tanks in Shahran, Aghdasieh, Rey, and Alborz province Fardis, were reportedly struck by U.S.-Israeli missiles on Saturday night. Firefighting teams are on site, and the blaze is currently under control.   Fire Containment to Prevent Spread to Refineries Officials emphasized that only fuel storage tanks containing oil […]

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Iranian Army Drones Target U.S. and Israeli Sites

WANA (Mar 08) – The Islamic Republic of Iran Army announced in Statement No. 18 that U.S. and Israeli targets in Haifa, Tel Aviv, and U.S. centers and bases in Kuwait were struck by army drones.

Over the past hours, the army’s air and naval forces conducted drone operations using various strike drones, targeting designated sites in Haifa, Tel Aviv, and U.S. facilities at the Arifjan Camp in Kuwait. Targets included ammunition and equipment depots, defensive positions, signal intelligence collection sites, and accommodation tents.

Germany Temporarily Evacuates Its Embassy in Tehran

WANA (Mar 08) – Germany’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced the temporary evacuation of its embassy staff in Tehran amid ongoing U.S. and Israeli attacks on Iran. The ministry stated that the move was due to a heightened security risk, though the embassy remains reachable by phone.

Germany had already reduced non-essential personnel in Tehran in mid-January as a precaution before the outbreak of hostilities. Consular services have been significantly limited, and the visa section has been temporarily closed.

Other European countries have taken similar measures: Austria temporarily relocated its embassy operations from Tehran to Baku, Azerbaijan; Italy and Spain also moved embassy staff out of Iran. Spain’s Foreign Minister Javier Albares confirmed that other Spanish embassies in the Middle East remain operational and provide emergency services.

Meanwhile, Switzerland continues its embassy operations in Tehran, hosting six Swiss citizens and 18 local staff. Switzerland has served as the protecting power for U.S. interests in Iran since diplomatic relations were severed after the 1979 revolution.

Ali Larijani, Secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council, released a video featuring Seyed Hassan Nasrallah, late secretary-general of Hezbollah, alongside an image of American coffins, referencing Nasrallah’s statement: “You come vertically, you go horizontally.”

Nearly 9,700 Civilian Units Damaged in Recent Airstrikes in Iran

WANA (Mar 08) – The head of the Iranian Red Crescent Society, Pir-Hossein Kolivand, announced that 9,669 civilian units were damaged in recent airstrikes, according to the latest field assessment reports from affected areas.

Kolivand said the figures were compiled from reports submitted by emergency response and evaluation teams deployed to impacted locations.

According to the assessment:

• 7,943 residential units and 1,617 commercial units were damaged, significantly affecting the livelihoods and economic infrastructure of local residents.
• 32 pharmaceutical and medical centers and 65 educational schools also sustained damage during the incidents.
• 13 facilities belonging to the Iranian Red Crescent Society were damaged as well.

Nearly 9,700 Civilian Units Damaged in Recent Airstrikes in Iran

WANA (Mar 08) – The head of the Iranian Red Crescent Society, Pir-Hossein Kolivand, announced that 9,669 civilian units were damaged in recent airstrikes, according to the latest field assessment reports from affected areas.   Kolivand said the figures were compiled from reports submitted by emergency response and evaluation teams deployed to impacted locations.   […]

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Baghaei Says Iran Is Exercising Right to Self-Defense Under International Law

Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmail Baqaee attends a press conference in Tehran, Iran, August 4, 2025. Majid Asgaripour/WANA (West Asia News Agency)

WANA (Mar 08) – Esmaeil Baghaei, spokesperson for Iran’s Foreign Ministry, said Iran is exercising its inherent right to self-defense under international law.

In a message posted on X, Baghaei said what he described as an unlawful war of aggression by the United States and Israel against Iran had derailed diplomatic efforts and damaged the foundations of international law.

“The unlawful US-Israeli war of aggression against Iran has torpedoed diplomatic efforts, shattered the very foundations of international law, and unleashed a devastating assault on humanity itself,” he wrote.

Baghaei added that Iran is now exercising its right to self-defense under international law and warned that silence in the face of such actions would weaken the credibility of the global legal order and embolden future aggressors.

Iranian Air Defenses Down Israeli Hermes Drone

Iranian Air Defenses Down Israeli Hermes Drone on March 08, 2026. Social media/ WANA News Agency

WANA (Mar 08) – Iran’s air defense forces announced that they had shot down an Israeli Hermes drone in central Iran.

According to Iranian military sources, air defense systems belonging to the Islamic Republic of Iran Air Defense Force intercepted and destroyed the drone in Markazi Province. The drone was identified as a Hermes UAV operated by Israel.

Shariatmadari Says Countries Hosting U.S. Bases Should Apologize to Iran

Hossein Shariatmadari, chief of Kayhan Newspaper and a conservative journalist. Social media. WANA News Agency

WANA (Mar 08) – Hossein Shariatmadari, chief of Kayhan Newspaper and a conservative journalist, said countries that allowed the United States to establish military bases on their territory should apologize to Iran.

Shariatmadari rejected suggestions that Iran should apologize to regional countries. “Who said we should apologize to the countries of the region? They should apologize to us for giving bases to our enemy, the United States,” he said.

He added that under international law Iran could seek compensation from countries that hosted U.S. bases from which attacks against Iran were allegedly launched.

Residential Home of Iraqi State Media Representative Targeted in Tehran Attack

WANA (Mar 08) – The residence of the Tehran bureau chief of Iraq’s official media network was reportedly targeted during overnight attacks on Tehran.

According to reports, the home of the director of the Iraqi media network’s office in Tehran—which includes Al‑Iraqiya TV, Al‑Sabah, and Iraqi News Agency—was struck during strikes attributed to the United States and Israel late on March 07.

Ghalibaf Warns War Could Damage Global Oil Markets

Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf speaks during a press conference in Tehran, Iran December 2, 2025. Majid Asgaripour/WANA (West Asia News Agency)

WANA (Mar 08) – Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf said that ongoing conflict could harm global oil markets and accused Israeli leadership of endangering international interests. In a post on the social media platform X, the Iranian parliament speaker referenced remarks by Donald Trump regarding oil prices.

“Trump said oil prices would not rise very much. Now that they have risen, he says they will soon be corrected,” Ghalibaf wrote. He warned that if the war continues, there may soon be neither a viable path to sell oil nor the capacity to produce it.

“Not only America’s interests, but also the interests of countries in the region and around the world are being burned for the sake of Benjamin Netanyahu’s illusions,” he added.

Ghalibaf also used the hashtag “Israel First” in his post.

Pasteur Institute of Iran Damaged in U.S.-Israeli Strikes

WANA (Mar 08) – Recent military strikes by the United States and the Israeli regime have caused significant damage to the Pasteur Institute of Iran, a premier national and scientific centre, destroying the buildings and critical laboratory equipment.

Despite the destruction, the institute confirmed that “pre-planned contingencies” have allowed essential national scientific operations to continue. The damage spans a 24,000-square-meter area and affects:

• 13 National Reference Laboratories and 3 Reference Collaborating Labs.
• 23 Research Departments and 8 Health Laboratories.
• 2 WHO Collaborating Centers and 3 Bio-banks.
• 3 Research Centers and an FDA-approved laboratory.

While the loss of specialized equipment has created operational hurdles, the institute remains functional to meet national medical needs.

Iran Strikes on Haifa Refinery

WANA (Mar 08) – The IRGC announced that the Haifa refinery was hit by Kheibar Shekan missiles.

The strike was described as a response to what Iranian authorities said was an earlier attack on the Tehran refinery.

Iranian Oil Company: Missile Attack on Oil Depots in Tehran and Alborz

WANA (Mar 08) – The National Iranian Oil Refining and Distribution Company announced that several oil storage facilities in the provinces of Tehran and Alborz were targeted in missile attacks late Saturday night.

According to the statement, the strikes followed what the company described as an attack by “Zionist-American enemies” on Iran’s energy infrastructure. Firefighting teams are currently working to contain and extinguish the resulting fires.

Four employees of the National Iranian Oil Products Distribution Company have lost their lives while serving the Islamic Republic of Iran, according to official reports.

IRGC Announces 27th Wave of “True Promise 4” Operation

WANA (Mar 08) – The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) announced the successful execution of the 27th wave of Operation “True Promise 4.”

According to the IRGC public relations office, the operation involved a combined drone and missile strike targeting American and Israeli-linked objectives.

During the operation, Israeli military targets in Haifa, in northern Israel, were reportedly struck using new solid-fuel Kheibar Shekan missiles capable of precision guidance.

Drone units also reportedly targeted a location described as a base for American military personnel in “Marina,” near buildings belonging to the Warner Brothers company.

Additionally, the IRGC Navy reportedly struck a command unit of the U.S. Fifth Fleet’s unmanned vessel operations and logistics warehouses belonging to American forces at Salman Port.

Iranian Military Issues Warning Message in Hebrew

WANA (Mar 08) – A spokesperson for Iran’s Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters released a video message in Hebrew addressed to residents of Israel.

The message stated: “This voice reaches you from proud and heroic Iran,” and claimed that a triangle consisting of the military-industrial sector, military commanders, and political leadership uses civilians as a “human shield.”

The spokesperson argued that what he described as a “spiral of silence” created by financial elites, arms manufacturers, and media outlets has prevented Israelis from recognizing what he called the “decline of the occupying regime.”

He concluded by asking where Israeli political leaders and military officials are while civilians remain under continuous fire.

Iranian Military Claims Strike on U.S. Base in Bahrain

WANA (Mar 08) – A spokesperson for the Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters said that a U.S. military base at Al-Juffair was targeted with precision solid-fuel missiles.

The strike was described as retaliation for what Iran called a U.S. attack from the base against the Qeshm desalination plant in southern Iran.

Details of the 26th Wave of “True Promise 4”

WANA (Mar 08) – Iranian military officials also provided details about the 26th wave of Operation “True Promise 4.”

The operation reportedly involved a combined drone and missile attack. Targets across northern and southern Israel were allegedly struck using Kheibar Shekan, Emad, and Qadr missiles, some equipped with multiple warheads.

Officials claimed that earlier strikes had destroyed enemy radar systems, making subsequent operations easier and increasing the accuracy of missile strikes.

Report of Major Cyberattack on Israeli Water Infrastructure

WANA (Mar 08) – A media outlet close to Palestinian resistance groups reported that the hacker group Handala carried out a large-scale cyberattack targeting Israel’s water infrastructure. According to the report, the operation was conducted in response to the attack on the Qeshm desalination plant.

The hackers allegedly extracted 423 gigabytes of highly confidential data from critical Israeli systems. The report claimed that more than 200,000 documents from the breach have been made available for download as proof of the attack.

Iran Warns Azerbaijan Regarding Israeli Presence

Iran’s Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters issued a warning to Azerbaijan, urging it to remove Israeli elements from its territory. Iranian officials said doing so would help prevent further regional instability and avoid endangering the security of both Azerbaijan and Iran.

They added that Iranian armed forces have attempted to avoid harming the national interests or security of neighboring and Muslim countries despite ongoing hostilities in the region.

Iranian Citizens Temporarily Leave Lebanon

WANA (Mar 08) – Iran’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced that several Iranian nationals have temporarily left Lebanon due to the security situation.

According to the ministry, families of staff at the Iranian embassy, teachers and students from the Iranian school in Beirut, and some Iranian residents have temporarily departed the Lebanese capital.

The ministry emphasized that the Iranian Embassy in Lebanon continues to operate normally and that consular services for Iranian citizens in the country remain available.

Araghchi Says Conditional De-Escalation Effort “Destroyed” by Trump’s Misreading

WANA (Mar 08) – Abbas Araghchi, Iran’s foreign minister, said Iran’s conditional readiness to reduce regional tensions was “destroyed” due to what he described as a misinterpretation by Donald Trump of Iran’s capabilities and intentions.

Writing on the social platform X, Araghchi referred to what he called hostile remarks by Trump and said that Masoud Pezeshkian had previously expressed readiness to lower tensions in the region.