<p>The FBI has placed counterterrorism and intelligence teams on high alert as U.S. and allied strikes on Iran escalate, a senior bureau official told Fox News. Director Kash Patel ordered Joint Terrorism Task Forces nationwide to work 24/7, mobilize assisting security assets and increase surveillance of priority suspects to deter retaliation. Federal agencies, including DHS, are coordinating with local police and military installations have tightened security around sensitive sites. Officials say the posture is precautionary — there are no confirmed, specific domestic threats publicized — but agencies remain vigilant and are prioritizing protection of diplomatic, religious and community locations. Immediately. (<a href="https://www.foxnews.com/us/fbi-elevates-counterterror-teams-high-alert-amid-iran-tensions?utm_source=openai">foxnews.com</a>)</p>

The FBI has placed counterterrorism and intelligence teams on high alert as U.S. and allied strikes on Iran escalate, a senior bureau official told Fox News. Director Kash Patel ordered Joint Terrorism Task Forces nationwide to work 24/7, mobilize assisting security assets and increase surveillance of priority suspects to deter retaliation. Federal agencies, including DHS, are coordinating with local police and military installations have tightened security around sensitive sites. Officials say the posture is precautionary — there are no confirmed, specific domestic threats publicized — but agencies remain vigilant and are prioritizing protection of diplomatic, religious and community locations. Immediately. (foxnews.com)

BREAKING: FBI Dir. Kash Patel ordered CT teams and JTTFs to work 24/7 as U.S. strikes on Iran escalate; agencies boost security—no specific domestic threats reported. What do you think?…
<p>Prime Minister Keir Starmer rebuked US president Donald Trump after Trump criticised Britain for not joining strikes on Iran, declaring: “It is my duty to judge what is in Britain’s national interest… And I stand by it.” Starmer said the UK had prioritised de‑escalation and legal scrutiny over offensive action, while later permitting limited US defensive uses of British bases following Iranian missile and drone attacks that threatened British forces and citizens. He and Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper stressed protecting 300,000 British nationals in the Gulf. Conservatives, commentators accused him of weakness as relations with the US were deeply strained. (<a href="https://www.theguardian.com/politics/live/2026/mar/02/raf-cyprus-yvette-cooper-keir-starmer-us-iran-israel-uk-politics-latest-news?utm_source=openai">theguardian.com</a>)</p>

Prime Minister Keir Starmer rebuked US president Donald Trump after Trump criticised Britain for not joining strikes on Iran, declaring: “It is my duty to judge what is in Britain’s national interest… And I stand by it.” Starmer said the UK had prioritised de‑escalation and legal scrutiny over offensive action, while later permitting limited US defensive uses of British bases following Iranian missile and drone attacks that threatened British forces and citizens. He and Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper stressed protecting 300,000 British nationals in the Gulf. Conservatives, commentators accused him of weakness as relations with the US were deeply strained. (theguardian.com)

Starmer rebukes Trump after UK refused to join strikes on Iran, saying 'I stand by it.' What do you think? Comment. According to The Guardian #news
<p>Breaking reports said the President would address the nation on Iran from the White House at 11 a.m. EST, but the White House later called those reports inaccurate. The announcement followed U.S.-Israeli strikes on Iranian targets and reports that Iran’s supreme leader was killed, actions that have prompted Iranian retaliatory attacks and a sharp regional escalation. Officials are briefing Congress and U.S. military commands remain on high alert as civilian and military casualties mount. Media and government sources continue to report rapidly changing details; the White House has not confirmed a formal, scheduled televised address. Developing; more details expected soon. (<a href="https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/white-house-calls-reports-trump-143031258.html?utm_source=openai">yahoo.com</a>)</p>

Breaking reports said the President would address the nation on Iran from the White House at 11 a.m. EST, but the White House later called those reports inaccurate. The announcement followed U.S.-Israeli strikes on Iranian targets and reports that Iran’s supreme leader was killed, actions that have prompted Iranian retaliatory attacks and a sharp regional escalation. Officials are briefing Congress and U.S. military commands remain on high alert as civilian and military casualties mount. Media and government sources continue to report rapidly changing details; the White House has not confirmed a formal, scheduled televised address. Developing; more details expected soon. (yahoo.com)

Breaking: White House calls reports of a Trump Iran address 'inaccurate' amid U.S.-Israeli strikes and reports Iran’s leader killed; retaliation mounts and casualties rise. What do you think? Comment. According…
<p>On March 1, 2026, at 11:03 p.m. ET, three U.S. F-15E Strike Eagle fighter jets supporting Operation Epic Fury were mistakenly shot down over Kuwait by Kuwaiti air defenses, U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) said. All six aircrew safely ejected, were quickly recovered by allied forces, and are reported in stable condition. Kuwait has acknowledged the friendly-fire incident and CENTCOM expressed gratitude for Kuwaiti assistance. The shootdowns occurred amid active combat that included Iranian aircraft, ballistic missiles and drones. The cause is under investigation and U.S. officials said additional information will be released as it becomes available. (<a href="https://www.centcom.mil/MEDIA/PRESS-RELEASES/Press-Release-View/Article/4418568/three-us-f-15s-involved-in-friendly-fire-incident-in-kuwait-pilots-safe/">centcom.mil</a>)</p>

On March 1, 2026, at 11:03 p.m. ET, three U.S. F-15E Strike Eagle fighter jets supporting Operation Epic Fury were mistakenly shot down over Kuwait by Kuwaiti air defenses, U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) said. All six aircrew safely ejected, were quickly recovered by allied forces, and are reported in stable condition. Kuwait has acknowledged the friendly-fire incident and CENTCOM expressed gratitude for Kuwaiti assistance. The shootdowns occurred amid active combat that included Iranian aircraft, ballistic missiles and drones. The cause is under investigation and U.S. officials said additional information will be released as it becomes available. (centcom.mil)

Breaking: On March 1, 2026 at 11:03 p.m. ET, Kuwaiti air defenses mistakenly shot down three U.S. F-15E Strike Eagles; all six aircrew ejected and were recovered, in stable condition.…