Eric Dane's Official Cause of Death Confirmed

Eric Dane's official cause of death has been confirmed

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• The Grey's Anatomy and Euphoria star died on Thursday, Feb. 19

• Dane announced in April 2025 that he had been diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS)

Eric Dane's official cause of death has been confirmed.

TheGrey's AnatomyandEuphoriaactordiedof respiratory failure, according to his death certificate obtained by PEOPLE.Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS)is an underlying cause of death.

Dane was 53. He is survived by his wife,Rebecca Gayheart, and their two children,Billie Beatrice, 15, and Georgia Geraldine, 13.

His family confirmed that the stardied on Thursday, Feb. 19, nearly one year after he announcedhe had been diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS).

Also known as Lou Gehrig's disease, ALS is a progressive degenerative disease that affects the nerve cells, leading to eventual paralysis of the muscles, according to theMayo Clinic. There is no cure for ALS. However, there are medications and forms of physical therapy that can slow the progression.

"With heavy hearts, we share that Eric Dane passed on Thursday afternoon following a courageous battle with ALS," Dane's family said in a statement to PEOPLE on Feb. 19. "He spent his final days surrounded by dear friends, his devoted wife, and his two beautiful daughters, Billie and Georgia, who were the center of his world. Throughout his journey with ALS, Eric became a passionate advocate for awareness and research, determined to make a difference for others facing the same fight. He will be deeply missed, and lovingly remembered always. Eric adored his fans and is forever grateful for the outpouring of love and support he's received. The family has asked for privacy as they navigate this impossible time."

Dane revealed his ALS diagnosisin April 2025.

"I have been diagnosed with ALS. I am grateful to have my loving family by my side as we navigate this next chapter," he told PEOPLE at the time.

"I feel fortunate that I am able to continue working and am looking forward to returning to set ofEuphorianext week," he added. "I kindly ask that you give my family and I privacy during this time."

Dane began filming season 3 of HBO'sEuphoria, where he starred as Jacobs family patriarch Cal, justfour days after announcing his ALS diagnosis.

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The actor's first televised performance following his stunning revelation was asa firefighter and 9/11 herowho struggles to tell his wife he's been diagnosed with ALS onan episode ofBrilliant Mindsthat filmed last October and aired the following month.

Dane said that the most challenging thing about the role was separating himself from his character, but added that he was "grateful" for the "cathartic" experience.

"I have no reason to be in a good spirit at any time, on any given day, I don't think anybody would blame me if I went upstairs in my bedroom, crawled under the sheets, and spent the next two weeks crying,"he said in a virtual panelfeaturingI AM ALSandSynapticureco-founders Brian Wallach and Sandra Abrevaya for Giving Tuesday on Dec. 2, 2025.

"I was a little bit pleasantly surprised when I realized that I wasn't built like that, because I thought for sure that was gonna be me."

Dane found it "very encouraging" to know that he can actually have a "buoyant spirit in the face of something so horrible."

He added, "It's imperative that I share my journey with as many people as I can because I don't feel like my life is about me anymore."

In January, the actor was scheduled to attend theALS Network'sChampions for Cures and Care Galaand be recognized asAdvocate of the Year. However, Danecanceled his appearance hours before, "due to the physical realities of ALS" and not being "well enough to attend," the ALS Network confirmed to PEOPLE at the time.

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"We remain deeply grateful for his courage, advocacy and continued commitment to the ALS community, and we honor him fully this evening with our profound respect and support," the organization said in a statement obtained by PEOPLE, adding thatAaron Lazar, a fellow actor diagnosed with ALS, would instead "accept the award on [Dane's] behalf."

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NEW YORK (AP) —Robert De Nirowill appear this week at Carnegie Hall, where he will recite excerpts from aPhilip Glasssymphony about Abraham Lincoln that the composer once intended to stage at the Kennedy Center.

Glass announced in January that he called off a scheduled premiere of Symphony No. 15, "Lincoln," in protest of President Donald Trump's ouster of the center's leadership.

Glass' symphony will be part of a benefit Tuesday night for Tibet House US, a nonprofit educational institution which announced the participation of De Niro, a prominent critic of Trump. Glass and Laurie Anderson are the evening's artistic directors.

"Lincoln" is based in part on one of Lincoln's earliest major speeches, the 1838 "Lyceum Address," when the future president assailed mob violence and warned of its dangers to democracy.

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"I am so pleased Robert De Niro is going to read the Lincoln speech," Glass said in a statement. "He is absolutely the right person."

Renée Fleming,Lin-Manuel Mirandaand Bela Fleck are among the many other artists who have canceled Kennedy Center events.

Trump has renamed the facility as the Trump Kennedy Center, a change scholars say can only be enacted by Congress. The president, who has made the center a key part of his campaign against so-called "woke" culture, announced last month that the facility will be shut down in July for construction, a project he expects to last for two years.

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After the various controversies surrounding ex-PrinceAndrew Mountbatten-Windsor, sources believeMeghan MarkleandPrince Harryface the risk of losing their royal titles. The news comes after Andrew was arrested on suspicion of misconduct in office. Andrew Lonnie, a royal biographer, believes the fallout could affect the Sussexes too. Sources say that the royal titles have always been "tied to service." Now that the Sussexes have stepped down as working royals, their titles could be in jeopardy.

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The British monarchy could see a major change after the arrest of ex-Prince Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor.Radar Onlinereports that a royal biographer believes that titles could be removed from anyone who is not in an "active working role." He added that the royal family will "deal with the Andrew and Harry problem at the same time."

Sources believe that the recent controversies could prompt the royal family to implement reforms. This could include limiting royal titles to those who are actively engaged in official duties. As a result,Prince Harryand Meghan Markle's titles and privileges could also be affected.

As per a senior palace advisor, "titles were historically tied to service." The advisor further suggests that holding a royal title meant that the person was expected to perform visible work to support the Crown and the country. However, when a person no longer serves in that role, it's reasonable for the royal institution to consider whether they should keep the title forever.

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A constitutional expert explained that discussions were already going on about who would count as a working royal. However, Andrew's arrest has sped up plans to reform the monarchy.

This could affect Harry andMarkle, who stepped down as senior working royals in 2020 but continue to use their titles.

An expert explained, "If titles are reserved strictly for those carrying out official duties, it would mark a decisive shift – and a very public statement that status within the royal family is conditional on service, not simply birthright."

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Theladies ofThe Officestunned fans with their transformation when they reunited on stage more than a decade after the series ended.

Mindy Kaling, Jenna Fischer, Angela Kinsey, and Ellie Kemper presented theActor Awardfor Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Comedy Series.

The actresses co-starred in the American version of the show, which followed the lives of office employees at the Scranton, Pennsylvania branch of a fictional company.

The actresses fromThe Officedelighted fans with a reunion at the Actor Awards on Sunday

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Mindy, who also served as a writer on the sitcom, reminisced about their time on set and how long the seasons used to be. "We are women who survived 22 episode seasons," she joked from the stage at the Shrine Auditorium during the Sunday (March 1) ceremony.

The reunion sparked nostalgia among fans, but also comments about how different the actresses looked compared to when they were on the show.

"Omg they all look amazing," one viewer gushed on X.

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"Mindy I wasn't familiar with your game," admitted another.

"I'm so sorry I thought the Pam lady was Amy Schumer," quipped a third, referring to Jenna Fischer's character.

"Took me 2 mins to recognise Pam and Mindy, you are aging like fine wine," a separate viewer shared, while another exclaimed, "Pam still got it!"

Mindy Kaling, who famously played Kelly, wowed viewers with her remarkable weight-loss transformation

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Many also focused on Mindy Kaling's weight loss transformation and speculated about possible cosmetic procedures she may have undergone.

"Mindy got theLindsay Lohanspecial," commented one fan, calling her transformation "so creepy."

Another viewer said the actress, who famously portrayed Kelly Kapoor in the NBC sitcom, "kinda resembles Kim Kardashian now."

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TheMindy Projectstar has continued her weight-loss journey since dropping 40 lbs (approx. 18 kg) in 2023.

While some fans speculated that she had used weight-loss medication, the mom of threeattributed the changeto physical exercise, explaining that she runs 20 miles (approx. 32 km) each week and weight lifts with her trainer.

"It's really a big commitment. I basically live in workout clothes so I can get it in, get an extra mile in," she shared.

The cast previously won the Actor Award for Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Comedy Series

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In a 2022 interview withMarie Claire, Mindy opened up about being labeled "unattractive" by the media when she starred inThe Mindy Project from 2012 to 2017.

"The amount of articles that were like, 'It's so good for a culture that this unattractive woman is finally on camera,'" she said. "I didn't know I was so unattractive until I was the star of my own show. So not having to see those things, that's wonderful."

Mindy has never talked openly about getting any cosmetic procedures.

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TheOfficeactresses wontwo Actor Awards (previously known as SAG Awards) for Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Comedy Series in 2007 and 2008.

Other cast members on thehit sitcomincluded Steve Carell, Rainn Wilson, John Krasinski, and B. J. Novak.

The hit sitcom ran on NBC for nine seasons, from 2005 to 2013

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Comparing the length of modern series toThe Office, Ellie said, "You didn't plan a season around a pregnancy."

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"Yeah, you just gave birth on camera and named the baby after a grip," Mindy joked. "Then you came back the next week with another episode," Jenna added.

While filming 22-episode seasons was demanding, Angela pointed out that it was something many actors dream about because it meant they "had a job from September to May."

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Before handing the award to the cast ofThe Studio, theOfficequartet also laughed at the quality of episodes they produced, with Mindy admitting there were "sometimes filler episodes that were kinda bad."

However, that "didn't matter, because there was always another one right around the corner," Ellie said.

Just likefans of the sitcom, Angela and Jenna have remained connected to the project and launched theOffice Ladiespodcast, where they rewatch episodes of the series.

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Appearing in the podcast in 2023, Steve Carrell said that the cast got along really well and that every day hewas "laughing until tears were coming out of my eyes."

"What a gift," said the actor, who playedMichael Scott."Who has a job like that?"

Mindy expressed surprise at the series being rediscovered by younger generations, sharing that a 15-year-old boy recognized her as "Kelly fromThe Office."

The actresses reminisced about their time in the series and joked about how long TV seasons used to be

"As I get older, I realize how lucky I was with that job. It was my first job from doing off-off-Broadway theater," she said.

"It was learning how to write and acting with really wonderful people that I'm still friends with. It completely set up my career."

The Officeaired from 2005 to 2013 for a total of nine seasons. It won several awards, including two Actor Awards, a Golden Globe Award for Carell's performance, and five Primetime Emmy Awards.

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"I've needed a transplant for a year," Philips toldUs Weekly in an exclusive sit-down interview, her first in a decade.

Phillips, 45, was born with underdeveloped kidneys and received her first kidney transplant at 36. In February, the actor revealed that she was back on dialysis — a treatment that Phillips emphasized is "not a cure" and puts her at an increased risk of infection.

"I could make it on dialysis for a couple years, or I could get an infection in my line tomorrow and be gone in a few days," Phillips told Us Weekly. "I'm really hopeful, [but] it's an extremely urgent situation."

Phillipsshared on Instagramon Feb. 11 that she needed help finding a kidney and shared a questionnaire for followers who were interested in becoming a donor. Nearly 1,300 people came forward saying they wanted to get tested and see if they were a match for Phillips. Of those individuals, Phillips said 50 or 60 might be a match.

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She called the response "beautiful" and said it was important to use her platform to advocate for those with kidney disease. "I think it's useful to raise awareness, [to encourage] more people to donate into the ether. It's such a wild disease," she told Us Weekly.

In the past, Phillips said, her creative projects inspired her to keep going. Now, Phillips says she is fighting for her life for her daughter, Fianna. "I'm all she's got," Phillips said.

"Now I'm a single mom and things are different. I want to be here for her, and I have to be here for her. The fight is back. That had been gone for a long time," Phillips said.

The life-and-death situation motivated Phillips to turn to social media for help with the encouragement of her famous friends and family, like sister Mackenzie Phillips and longtime friends Nicky and Paris Hilton. "To put my health out there publicly was terrifying, but my friends and family got fed up with me. They took control and were like, 'We're doing this,'" Phillips said.

Phillips offered the rare peek into her private life following theconviction of her ex-husbandDanny Masterson, who was sentenced to 30 years to life in prison for two rape convictions. Phillips filed for divorce days later.

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Smoke rises after Israeli strikes in Beirut's southern suburbs

BEIRUT/JERUSALEM, March 2 (Reuters) - Hezbollah attacked Israel on Monday to avenge the killing of Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, prompting Israeli strikes on Beirut and setting the group at odds with Lebanese leaders who want ‌the country kept out of a regional war.

Israeli strikes on the Hezbollah-controlled southern Beirut suburbs and southern Lebanon killed 31 people, Lebanon's health ministry ‌reported. People fled the southern suburbs on foot and by car, clogging the roads. More than a dozen powerful explosions shook the capital starting around 2:40 a.m. (0040 GMT).

The violence widened the conflict ​that has spread through the Middle East since the United States and Israel attacked Iran on Saturday. Hezbollah, a Shi'ite Muslim group established by Iran's Revolutionary Guards in 1982, is one of Tehran's principal allies in the Middle East.

Israel held Hezbollah responsible for the escalation, after the group said it had fired rockets and drones to avenge "the pure blood" of Khamenei and in response to what it described as repeated Israeli attacks.

The Israeli military said no injuries or damage were reported in Israel.

Hezbollah's attack ‌was its first on Israel since a war in ⁠2024, while Israel's strikes on the southern suburbs were the heaviest since that conflict.

"Hezbollah opened a campaign against Israel overnight, and is fully responsible for any escalation," Israeli Chief of the General Staff Eyal Zamir said in a statement.

"We must prepare for ⁠many prolonged days of combat ahead," he said in a later statement, saying Israel had launched an offensive campaign against Hezbollah.

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Lebanese President Joseph Aoun condemned the Israeli attacks but also warned against Lebanon being used as a platform for wars "we have nothing to do with", saying it would "expose our nation once more ​to ​dangers".

"This is something the state will not allow to be repeated and will not accept," ​said Aoun, whose administration has adopted a policy aimed at Hezbollah's ‌disarmament since taking office with U.S. support a year ago.

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Lebanese state media reported that the public prosecutor had ordered security forces to immediately arrest those who fired the rockets at Israel, after a phone call from Lebanese Justice Minister Adel Nassar.

Hezbollah's arms have long been a point of division in Lebanon - a country that was shattered by civil war from 1975-1990 - and demands for the group to disarm have intensified since the 2024 war with Israel.

The group emerged from that war greatly weakened, with its leader Hassan Nasrallah killed along with thousands of its fighters.

Prime Minister Nawaf Salam said launching rockets from Lebanon was irresponsible and jeopardized ‌Lebanon's security.

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The initial wave of strikes was followed by a warning from Israel ordering ​residents of dozens of villages in southern and eastern Lebanon to evacuate.

The Israeli military said ​it struck Hezbollah targets across Lebanon, including senior Hezbollah members in the ​Beirut area.

Hezbollah said its attack had targeted an Israeli military missile defence facility south of the city of Haifa. The Israeli ‌military said several projectiles that crossed from Lebanon fell in ​open areas and one was intercepted by ​the Israeli air force.

Since a U.S.-backed ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon in 2024, Israel has carried out regular strikes against what it has identified as Hezbollah targets in Lebanon, accusing the group of seeking to rearm.

This was Israel's first attack on the southern suburbs since it killed the group's ​military official Ali Tabtabai in November.

Lebanon's presidency said on ‌Saturday it had been told by the U.S. ambassador that Israel would not escalate against Lebanon as long as there are no hostile ​acts from the Lebanese side.

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Ex-Prince Andrew's position in the royal succession line is reportedly in jeopardy after his recent arrest. The Thames Valley Police officers arrested the former Duke of York at the Wood Farm cottage on his 66th birthday. Now, an expert has claimed that another member of the royal family must face the same fate as the former Prince. The member is allegedly none other than King Charles' yougest son, Prince Harry.

Prince Harry and his kids must be cut from succession like ex-Prince Andrew, claims expert

An expert recently claimed thatPrince Harryand his kids must be cut from the succession line, facing the same royal fate asex-Prince Andrew. As reported byThe Mirror, Jennie Bond, a former BBC royal correspondent, told them that "Of course Andrew should be removed from the line of succession." The royal expert continued, "If you are not fit to be a prince, you're certainly not fit to be King." The person then explained, "It would also remove him as counsellor of state, which is another absurdity at the moment." The expert added, "Andrew is obviously not a suitable substitute for the King."

In the meantime, Jennie Bond further told the news outlet that she believed that "other non-working royals" should also be removed from the succession line along with their children. The royal expert expressed, "Personally, I think they should also remove Harry and his children." The person continued, "Plus Beatrice, Eugenie and their children from the line of succession."

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Meanwhile, the royal expert also told the news outlet, "I think to have William and his children followed by Anne (bumping her up the order) and Edward is more than enough." Jennie Bond then said, "So I would propose a complete shake-up of the succession order." The expert then explained, "I once made a television programme which showed that, in essence."

She continued, "We are all related to royalty and therefore all in the line of succession." She then said, "It becomes silly." The royal expert continued, "So I think we should simply have William and his children." "Followed by the much respected Princess Royal and then Prince Edward," added the expert.

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According to an Instagram post labeled "DEUXMOI EXCLUSIVE," Chalamet showed up to support Jenner during the Beverly Hills shoot. The caption noted that Jenner teased a new product from her Sprinter line on her Instagram Stories the day before, suggesting the shoot likely tied into that launch. The post credited Backgrid USA for the photos and quickly set off speculation in the comments.

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Jenner wore a fitted black ensemble that hugged her curves, likely styled for the Sprinter campaign shoot. The silhouette appeared streamlined, highlighting her waist and hips. Her hair fell long and glossy down her back, parted cleanly and styled straight for maximum shine. Chalamet wore a dark baseball cap, layered casual pieces and loose-fitting pants. The relaxed styling contrasted with Jenner's polished glam.

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Taylor Swifthas boosted confidence in theFIFA World Cup 2026. The prestigious soccer tournament will begin in June at the SoFi Stadium in Inglewood. Recently, Inglewood's Mayor James Butts Jr showcased his optimism for the upcoming event. He stated how he isn't nervous about the event thanks to Swift and Beyoncé.

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In his interview with TMZ, Mayor James Butts Jr shared how Taylor Swift's popularity gives him strong hopes for the FIFA World Cup 2026. He stated how federal presence will be added to Inglewood's "robust public safety matrix." The politician reflected how he is confident in the place, thanks to the "Bad Blood" singer hosting her concerts over the years. Besides Swift, he mentioned the craze of Beyoncé's shows in Inglewood.

Swift performed at the SoFi Stadium during her Eras Tour in 2023. She enjoyed a successful run with bumper sales and smooth operation. Meanwhile, the "Crazy in Love" singer also had a memorable night with her Cowboy Carter Tour. Mayor Butts hopes the audience will have a great time watching the football game, as they did at Swift and Beyoncé's shows. "I want them to continue to view it as they do now — the sports entertainment capital of the western United States," he said.

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The 72-year-old added, "We want to maintain neighborhood integrity." Talking about Swift's concerts in Inglewood, the Grammy Award-winning singer had a historic six-day run. The SoFi Stadium shows ended the 2023 U.S. leg of her Eras Tour. The shows also featured openers, including HAIM and Gracie Abrams. Swift received an eight-minute standing ovation from the crowd following her performance of "Champagne Problems."

The pop icon was overwhelmed with love as she said, "What do I say to you after that? That was so deeply abnormal and beautiful. I don't know what to do or say." She also shared, "I'm never gonna forget it. Thank you. That was crazy. That's such a — what are you doing? People have emotions. You're playing with them right now. I love you so much."

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The Latest: Iranian-backed militias join fight as war on Iran widens

Iran fired missiles at Israel and Arab states Monday and the war expanded to include militias Tehran backs in the Middle East with an attack by Hezbollah on Israel, which struck back against the group in Lebanon and with the United States pounded targets in Iran.

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As the American and Israeli airstrikes kept hitting the country, top Iranian security official Ali Larijani said on X: "We will not negotiate with the United States."

Trump, who a day earlier had encouraged Iranians to "take over" their government, signaled Sunday that he was open to dialogue with Iran's new leadership.

Meanwhile, Iran's foreign minister suggested earlier that military units were acting independently from any central government control after being pressed about attacks on Gulf Arab nations that have served as intermediaries for Tehran in the past.

More than 200 people have been killed since the start of the strikes thatkilledIran's Supreme LeaderAyatollah Ali Khameneiand other senior leaders, Iranian leaders have said.

Here is the latest:

Lebanese government holds emergency meeting

Lebanon's government is holding an emergency meeting after Hezbollah's attack on Israel triggered Israeli airstrikes in different parts of the country.

The meeting started Monday morning and is being attended by the army chief, Gen. Rudolph Haikal.

The state-run National News Agency reported that the Cabinet will discuss the volatile situation and the measures it plans to take.

Smoke seen over Kuwaiti neighborhood home to the US Embassy

A witness said he saw smoke over a Kuwait neighborhood home to the U.S. Embassy as Americans had been urged to stay away.

Ayman Moawad, an Egyptian worker living near the U.S. Embassy in Kuwait, told The Associated Press that he saw smoke over the area.

However, he didn't know if it was specifically the embassy hit in an ongoing Iranian attack targeting the small Mideast nation.

The U.S. earlier issued an urgent warning to Americans there to take cover and remain indoors.

It said: "Do not come to the Embassy," without elaborating.

Strike hits Iranian state TV, witnesses say

Strikes across Iran continued into Monday, with one apparently taking Iranian state television off air.

Witnesses said an attack in northern Tehran's Niavaran neighborhood struck one of the transmitters used for Iranian state TV.

Since then, its satellite signals have dropped.

State media had said hospitals and residential areas had been hit in strikes by the Americans and Israelis.

Iran has not offered any details on its materiel losses.

UAE closes stock exchanges

The United Arab Emirates is shutting the country's main stock exchanges for the start of the trading week as the regional war intensifies.

The country's Capital Market Authority said the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange and Dubai Financial Market would be closed Monday and Tuesday.

It says it will closely monitor the regional situation and take any further steps as necessary.

Another market, the Nasdaq Dubai, also said it was halting trading both days.

Dubai is the Gulf's main business hub, though the Emirati capital Abu Dhabi is also an important regional financial center and home to some of the world's biggest sovereign wealth funds.

The benchmark index for the Saudi Exchange, the region's largest stock market, fell 2.2 percent on Sunday.

US issues urgent warning to Americans in Kuwait

As Kuwait faced an ongoing attack, the U.S. issued an urgent warning to Americans there to take cover and remain indoors.

It said: "Do not come to the Embassy," without elaborating.

Israeli airstrikes in Lebanon kill at least 31 people

Israeli airstrikes on Lebanon after Hezbollah attacked it have killed at least 31 people, Lebanon's Health Ministry said Monday.

The Hezbollah attack and the Israeli retaliatory strikes expand the ongoing war gripping the Mideast after the U.S. and Israel launched an airstrike campaign targeting Iran.

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The Health Ministry said that the strikes also wounded 149 people.

It said about two thirds of the dead were in southern Lebanon.

Cyprus president says drone caused 'minor material damage'

Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides said a Shaheed-type drone caused "minor material damage" to military installations inside the U.K.'s RAF Akrotiri air base on the island's southern coast.

Christodoulides said in a brief national address that the drone struck just past midnight Monday.

He said all relevant authorities have been put on alert and that he has called a meeting of the country's national security council to take stock of the situation.

He added that he's in contact with other European leaders.

"I want to be clear: our homeland is not participating in any way, nor is its intention to take part in any military operation," Christodoulides said in his address.

He said Cyprus remains focused on the humanitarian role that it plays in the region and that it seeks to be "part of the solution and not the problem," adding that his primary concern remains the safety and security of the country and its people.

Airstrikes reported in Iran

Overnight, airstrikes were reported across Iran.

Elsewhere, explosions were heard in Dubai on Monday.

In Bahrain, the Interior Ministry said sirens sounded across the country as it urged residents to "head to the nearest safe place."

And in Kuwait, authorities said debris fell on its Ahmadi oil refinery, slightly injuring two workers there.

The state-run KUNA news agency said earlier that Kuwait's forces had thwarted a drone attack early Monday.

Top Iranian security official says Iran 'will not negotiate' with US

A top Iranian security official on Monday said: "We will not negotiate with the United States."

Ali Larijani made the statement on X, responding to a report from Qatar's Al Jazeera news network.

The comment comes as an American and Israeli airstrike campaign continues to target Iran.

Iran and its militia allies have expanded their attacks over the killing of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.

Pentagon to brief media on Iran strikes

U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Gen. Dan Caine, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, are planning to hold a press conference Monday morning about the military operation against Iran.

The Pentagon announced the 8 a.m. EST media briefing on social media Sunday night.

On Tuesday, Hegseth and Caine will join U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and CIA Director John Ratcliffe in briefing the full membership of Congress on the strikes, the White House said.

Rubio also was slated to brief Hill leadership Monday.

Hezbollah attacks on Israel 'expose our country to risks,' Lebanon's president says

In a statement Monday, President Joseph Aoun said Hezbollah's rocket launches from Lebanon "target all the efforts and endeavors exerted by the Lebanese state to keep Lebanon away from the dangerous military confrontations taking place in the region."

He added that while Israeli strikes on Lebanon are condemned, "persisting in using Lebanon once again as a platform for proxy wars in which we have no involvement will expose our country to risks once more."

Cyprus says drone that hit British military base caused 'limited damage'

Cyprus' government spokesperson said an "incident" that happened at a British air base on the island nation's southern coastline involved an "unmanned drone which caused limited damage."

Spokesperson Constantinos Letymbiotis said the incident at RAF Akrotiri occurred shortly after midnight Monday.

He said "information received through various channels" indicated a drone strike.

He didn't specify what kind of drone, where it was launched from or the extent of damage.

Letymbiotis said Cypriot authorities have enacted security protocols and are monitoring the situation in coordination with the U.K. and its two military bases in Cyprus.

The suspected drone strike occurred after British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said the U.K. would help the U.S. in the war against Iran.

byLiam Oneel

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March 01, 2026

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