As the US-Israel-Iran conflict enters its 14th day on March 14, 2026, Israeli airstrikes pound Tehran, Iran retaliates with Gulf-wide barrages, and Quds Day rallies turn chaotic amid soaring oil disruptions.
Tehran Under Siege
Israeli forces unleashed extensive airstrikes on Tehran’s Basij checkpoints and infrastructure, shrouding the capital in smoke during Quds Day protests. An explosion rocked Ali Larijani’s rally, with reports of mass casualties as defenses struggle against relentless waves.
Iranian Retaliation Across Gulf
Iran fired missiles and drones at Bahrain (190 intercepted), Saudi Arabia (38 drones downed), and others targeting US bases and oil tankers, intensifying Strait of Hormuz chokepoint chaos. Qatar Airways repatriates stranded via 140+ special flights after drone-hit gas suspension.
US Claims and Domestic Pressure
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth touted 15,000+ strikes degrading Iran’s capabilities, mocking Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei as “wounded and disfigured.” Over 250 US groups petition Congress to halt $11.3B spending, as Trump vows rapid progress despite waning public support.
Global Fallout
Lebanon reports 687 deaths including 98 children from Israeli strikes; oil reserves released fail to curb prices, with US easing Russian sanctions temporarily.
