US attacks Iran highlights: Trump says ‘heavy and pinpoint bombing’ of Iran to continue,

US attacks Iran LIVE: A missile attack targeted the US Navy's 5th Fleet headquarters in Bahrain, the country reportedly said on Saturday amid intensified unrest in the Middle East. The country offered no other immediate information about the attack, reported news agency AP.

US attacks Iran LIVE: Emergency sirens were reportedly heard near the American base in Qatar. Besides, India has issued an advisory for nationals in Qatar, asking them to stay vigilant, take due care, follow news and advisories.

US attacks Iran LIVE: After US-Israel operation in Tehran and a fresh escalation of tensions in the Middle East, a loud bang was heard in Abu Dhabi, news agency Reuters reported, quoting witnesses. Besides, the UAE has joined the countries to have closed their airspace following the tensions.

US attacks Iran LIVE: Multiple airlines have cancelled flights to the Middle East, following airspace closured by Iran, Israel and Iraq, among others. A list:

Spanish airline Iberia Express

Air France

Air Arabia

Lufthansa

Germany's Lufthansa is suspending flights to and from Tel Aviv in Israel, Beirut in Lebanon, and Oman until March 7. Besides, Iberia Express has cancelled flights to Tel Aviv till 5 pm, local time.

US attacks Iran LIVE: Indian embassies in Qatar, Israel and Iran have issued advisories for nationals in the respective countries, asking them to stay vigilant and monitor the news.

In Iran case, the Indian embassy has advised nationals to stay indoors, stay aware of the happenings in Iran and wait for any further guidance from the Embassy of India.

US attacks Iran LIVE: Germany's Lufthansa is suspending flights to and from Tel Aviv in Israel, Beirut in Lebanon, and Oman until March 7, the company's spokesperson was quoted as saying by Reuters.

US attacks Iran LIVE: Several airlines have cancelled or diverted flights to Israel following the country's airspace closure amid ongoing tensions with Iran. The Russian air carriers have reportedly suspended flights to Iran and Israel. Israel declared a nationwide state of emergency, moving hospitals underground and activating sirens. Iran, Israel, and Iraq have closed their airspace, suspending all flights.

US attacks Iran LIVE: Both US and Israel have given different names to their operation against Iran, ‘Epic Fury’ and ‘Roaring Lion’, respectively. The Pentagon said on Saturday that the action was under ‘Operation Epic Fury’ and Israel's Benjamin Netanyahu urged patience and strength as ‘Operation Roaring Lion’ continues.

US attacks Iran LIVE: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu also reacted to the joint attack with the US on Iran and said it was aimed to “remove an existential threat posed” by the country.

“This murderous terrorist regime must not be allowed to arm itself with nuclear weapons that would enable it to threaten all of humanity. Our joint action will create the conditions for the brave Iranian people to take their destiny into their own hands,” Netanyahu said.

US attacks Iran LIVE: Israel has reportedly issued a nationwide warning Saturday after Iran reportedly launched missiles targeting the country.

US attacks Iran LIVE: After strikes in Tehran, explosions are now heard in Israel as the country faces counterattacks from Iran. The blasts echoed just after the Israeli military said it would be using its air defense systems to bring down the Iranian fire. There was no immediate word on any damage or casualties from the ongoing attack, AP reported.

US attacks Iran LIVE: The Israel Defence Forces said they were intercepting Iranian missiles, hours after the country launched a surprise pre-emptive attack in Tehran, reportedly near Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's office and residential palace. “A short while ago, the IDF identified missiles launched from Iran toward the territory of the State of Israel. Defensive systems are operating to intercept the threat,” the IDF said.

Israel attacks Iran LIVE: Donald Trump has reportedly acknowledged that American casualties were likely after US-Israel-led strikes in Iran's Tehran. “That often happens in war,” he was quoted as saying by AP.

Israel attacks Iran LIVE updates: An Air India flight bound to Tel Aviv from Delhi is reportedly on its way back amid the airspace closure in Israel after strikes in Tehran. “Air India regrets the inconvenience caused to passengers due to this unforeseen situation and remains committed to maintaining the highest standards of safety. We will continue to assess the safety and security environment for our flight operations and adjust operations proactively as needed,” the Air India spokesperson said, HT has learnt.

Israel attacks Iran LIVE updates: Donald Trump issued a grave warning after US-Israel's joint strikes in Tehran. “The hour of your Freedom is at hand. Stay sheltered, don't leave your home,” Trump told the people of Iran in his message, even as he warned that bombs would be dropping everywhere. Meanwhile, a US official has told news agency Reuters that the US military is tasked with carrying a multi-day operation against Iran.

Israel attacks Iran LIVE updates: Iran's exiled crown prince Reza Pahlavi, whose rallying cry led to massive protests in the country last month, reacted to the fresh strikes in Tehran on Saturday. “The aid that the President of the United States promised to the brave people of Iran has now arrived. This is a humanitarian intervention; and its target is the Islamic Republic, its repressive apparatus, and its machinery of slaughter—not the country and great nation of Iran,” a part of his tweet read.

Israel attacks Iran LIVE updates: The Indian embassy in Tehran has issued an advisory for its nationals, asking them to stay indoors after Israel and the US's joint attack in the city.

Indians have also been asked to monitor the news regularly for any updates. Before this, India issued an advisory for nationals in Israel.

Israel strikes Iran LIVE updates: US President Donald Trump confirmed the US was involved in the latest Israeli strikes in Tehran. "Our objective is to defend the American people by eliminating imminent threats from the Iranian regime," Trump said in a video shared on social media.

Israel strikes Iran LIVE: US President Donald Trump broke silence on the fresh strikes in Tehran, vowing to “raze” Iran's missile industry to the ground and destroy and its missiles.

Israel strikes Iran LIVE: Seven missiles reportedly struck near Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's residential palace and office in Tehran. It also wasn't immediately clear whether the 86-year-old Khamenei had been in his offices at the time, reported AP.

Israel strikes Iran LIVE updates: After Iran and Israel, Iraq has also reportedly closed its airspace after a fresh flare-up between both countries following strikes in Tehran. "The airspace of the entire country is cosed until further notice," announced the spokesman of Iran's Civil Aviation Organisation, quoted by Tasnim news agency.

Israel strikes Iran LIVE: Amid the fresh flare-up between Israel and Iran, India issued an advisory for its nationals there, asking them to remain vigilant and exercise caution. “Indian nationals are strongly advised to strictly adhere to the safety guidelines and instructions issued by the Israeli authorities and the Home Front Command,” the Indian embassy in Israel said in a statement.

Israel strikes Iran LIVE updates: People in Tehran are reportedly lining up to leave the city following the surprise attack from Israel. Long queues were seen outside gas stations, news agency Reuters reported.

Israel strikes Iran LIVE updates: The Israeli military announced the closure of schools and workplaces, with exceptions for essential sectors, and a ban on public airspace after its surprise pre-emptive attack on Tehran.

Here's Israel Defense Forces' full statement after the strike:

"Following a situational assessment, it was determined that as of today (Saturday), at 08:00, immediate changes will be made to the Home Front Command Guidelines.

As part of the changes, it was decided to shift all areas of the country from Full Activity to Essential Activity.

The guidelines include: a prohibition on educational activities, gatherings, and workplaces, except for essential sectors.

The public is required to follow the guidelines published on the official Home Front Command channels.

Full guidelines will be updated on the National Emergency Portal and the Home Front Command app."

Israel strikes Iran LIVE: Israel's latest strikes in parts of Tehran, announced by the country's defence minister, came with assistance from the US, news agency AP reported, citing a US official and a person familiar with the operation.