US, Israel attack Iran updates: Trump says war to last 4-5 weeks

US president says attacks on Iran will continue until all objectives are met, as Tehran keeps up raids on US assets in the Gulf region.

epa12787005 A vessel is seen anchoring off the coast of Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 01 March 2026. Following a joint Israel-US military operation targeting multiple locations across Iran in the early hours of 28 February 2026 and Iran's retaliatory attacks across the region, many ships are anchored as Iran threatened to close the Strait of Hormuz, where hundreds of ships carrying oil pass daily, potentially affecting worldwide trade. EPA/STRINGER
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Trump threatens Iran with unprecedented force as US confirms military deaths

By Caolán Magee and Umut Uras
Published On 2 Mar 2026

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