Iranians form human chains at bridges and power plants
Iranians form human chains at bridges and power plants
Following a directive from authorities, Iranian citizens have created human chains at bridges and near power plants, positioning themselves near sites targeted by the US and Israel. This comes after Donald Trump’s warning of an impending strike on Iran’s civilian infrastructure.
At the annual CPAC conference in Texas, attendees expressed divided opinions on Operation Epic Fury, which was launched by the US and Israel on 28 February. The BBC’s Will Grant interviews two women facing contrasting experiences due to the energy crisis affecting their pregnancies.
Global Impact of Energy Crises
More than 10 million people are experiencing power outages following another collapse of Cuba’s national electrical grid. Meanwhile, in Manila, BBC News Asia Business Correspondent Suranjana Tewari reports from a petrol station amid ongoing regional disruptions.
Trump’s Strategic Moves
The BBC’s Analysis Editor examines President Trump’s contradictory statements regarding the war with Iran. During a meeting with the Japanese Prime Minister, Trump was questioned about not informing allies of his plan to strike Iran.
On the island days after the grid failure, the BBC’s Will Grant documents the aftermath of the entire national electrical system collapsing. In a separate development, Venezuela claimed its first-ever World Baseball Classic title by defeating the United States 3–2 in the championship game.
Retirement Plan, voiced by Domhnall Gleeson and directed by John Kelly, is nominated for Best Animated Short Film at the 98th Academy Awards. BBC Security Brief’s Mikey Kay explains the strategic significance of Kharg Island for Tehran.
International Reactions
UK military forces have deployed the Type 45 Destroyer to the Mediterranean following an Iranian drone strike on the RAF Akrotiri base in Cyprus on 1 March. At his press briefing, the US president described the operation as a “tremendous success,” while emphasizing the need to prevent Iran from developing nuclear weaponry.
Ten days after Trump’s initial attack announcement, people across the US share their perspectives on the conflict’s potential outcomes. The Academy Award-winning US actor secured his third Oscar but opted to visit Ukraine instead of attending the ceremony.
After Australia issued humanitarian visas to seven team members, only two decided to remain. BBC International News correspondent Barbara Plett Usher visits Doha’s Souq Waqif market as regional strikes continue. Meanwhile, the BBC was present in New York’s courtroom to observe the ex-Venezuelan leader’s argument for using government funds to cover his defense costs.
As tensions escalate in the Middle East, crude oil prices surged above $100 per barrel on Monday. BBC Diplomatic Correspondent James Landale investigates Ukraine’s latest anti-drone technology in response to the crisis.