Iran war live: US-Israeli strikes across Tehran; drones near Riyadh   

Friday, March 13, 2026

Major developments — Day 13 of the conflict

• Ongoing US‑Israeli strikes on Iran continue for the 13th consecutive day, with explosions reported across Tehran and other Iranian locations as part of the coalition’s aerial campaign.

• Iran is launching sustained attacks across the Gulf region using drones and missiles aimed at Gulf states and maritime targets, including in the Strait of Hormuz, a strategically vital shipping route that carries about 20 % of the world’s oil.

• Regional tensions remain high: At least two people were killed in Oman after drone debris fell there, while Gulf countries are intercepting waves of Iranian projectiles.

🔥 Human and geopolitical impact

• Civilian casualties continue to mount across the region in Iran, Gulf states, and neighbouring countries because of both direct hits and debris from intercepted missiles.

• The strategic closure or threat to the Strait of Hormuz is disrupting global energy markets, keeping oil prices elevated and raising concern among major economies that depend on Gulf oil.

🤝 Political and military context

• US President Donald Trump has publicly stated that the alliance’s military campaign is progressing well, portraying the conflict as successful from Washington’s perspective, though regional instability persists.

• Iran’s retaliation is not limited to Israel — it includes sustained missile and drone operations against US forces and Gulf Arab states, prompting heightened air defences and interceptions throughout the Gulf.

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📊 Broader picture

• This conflict stems from a major escalation that began at the end of February 2026, when the US and Israel launched coordinated strikes on Iranian military and leadership targets. Iran has responded by widening its offensive beyond Israeli territory into broader regional theatres.

If you want, I can also break this down into casualties, economic effects (e.g., oil markets), or geopolitical responses (such as reactions from Gulf states, the UN, or NATO).