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Gulf states intercept hundreds of Iranian missiles and drones, issue joint condemnation with US
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Several Gulf states on Monday said they intercepted hundreds of Iranian missiles and drones over the past 24 hours as regional tensions escalated in response to U.S. and Israeli strikes against Tehran.
Bahrain’s National Communication Center said its air defenses intercepted 70 missiles and 59 drones targeting the kingdom.
Qatar said it downed two Iranian Su-24 fighter aircraft and intercepted seven ballistic missiles and five drones.
The United Arab Emirates Ministry of Defense reported intercepting nine ballistic missiles, six cruise missiles and 148 drones.
An Iran-made Shahed-136 unmanned aerial vehicle is displayed at a rally in Azadi (Freedom) Square in Tehran on Feb. 11, 2026. (Morteza Nikoubazl/NurPhoto/via Getty Images)
Since the start of Iran’s retaliatory attacks, the UAE said it has detected 174 ballistic missiles launched toward the country, destroying 161 while 13 fell into the sea. Officials also said 689 Iranian drones were detected, with 645 intercepted and 44 falling within the country’s territory.
On Sunday, the UAE announced it was closing its embassy in Tehran and withdrawing its ambassador and diplomatic staff in response to the strikes.
Kuwait said its air defenses have intercepted and destroyed 97 ballistic missiles and 283 drones since the attacks began, according to the state-run Kuwait News Agency.
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Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Energy said Monday two drones were intercepted near the Ras Tanura oil refinery, with debris causing minor damage, according to the state-run Saudi Press Agency.
In response to the large-scale attacks, the UAE, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Jordan, Kuwait and the United States released a joint statement condemning Iran’s «indiscriminate and reckless» missile and drone strikes across the region.
A Fox News map shows where Iran is retaliating with regional strikes. (Fox News)
The countries said the strikes endangered civilians, damaged infrastructure and violated the sovereignty of multiple states.
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A view of damage in Manama, Bahrain, after a kamikaze drone strike during Iran’s retaliatory attack on March 1, 2026. (Stringer/Anadolu/via Getty Images)
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«The targeting of civilians and of countries not engaged in hostilities is reckless and destabilizing behavior,» the statement reads in part. «We stand united in defense of our citizens, sovereignty, and territory, and reaffirm our right to self-defense in the face of these attacks. We remain committed to regional security and commend the effective air and missile defense cooperation that has prevented far greater loss of life and destruction.»
Jordan’s military said it intercepted 49 Iranian projectiles on Saturday, including 13 ballistic missiles, according to the Jordanian outlet Roya News.
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Crenshaw says political enemies came out ‘with their knives’ as Texas GOP primary looms
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Rep. Dan Crenshaw is heading into Tuesday’s Texas GOP primary warning that some of the biggest names in conservative politics are trying to take him down.
«You know, my enemies have all come out with their knives — Tucker Carlson or Ted Cruz — for no good reason,» Crenshaw told Fox News Digital.
Despite lacking endorsements from key political figures in the Lone Star State, Crenshaw said he likes his odds against Republican challenger Steve Toth, a state representative.
«I’m literally at a polling location at the moment, and in areas where my opponent should be more popular because he represents this area as a state rep,» Crenshaw said.
Rep. Dan Crenshaw, R-Texas, arrives to a meeting of the House Republican Conference in the U.S. Capitol on Wednesday, February 14, 2024. (Tom Williams/CQ-Roll Call, Inc via Getty Images)
«You know, this is a guy who got zero bills passed in the last legislative session. I got more bills passed in Congress. That’s where it’s a lot harder. So, you know, he’s one of these guys who just always votes no, has never accomplished anything at all.»
Toth did not respond to Fox News Digital’s request for comment.
Crenshaw said he hopes to avoid a runoff election but did not rule out the possibility when asked whether he could clinch the primary Tuesday.
«Anything’s possible,» he said.
Crenshaw, a former Navy SEAL who has not shied away from verbal confrontations with other Republicans, is pursuing his fifth term in Congress but must first defeat Toth. The sharp-tongued congressman has clashed with Cruz, Fox News personality Jesse Watters, Tucker Carlson and Alex Rosen, a YouTube political activist, over policy disagreements.
Notably, Toth has received an endorsement from Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, who until last Thursday had not made a pick in the race.
«I am proud to endorse [Toth] for Congress in Texas’s 2nd Congressional District. Steve faithfully served the people of Texas in the Texas House of Representatives, championing our Texas values of liberty, limited government and constitutional governance,» Cruz said in a post on X.
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Sen. Ted Cruz speaks during a roundtable discussion at the U.S. Capitol on March 3, 2025 in Washington, DC. (Kayla Bartkowski/Getty Images)
Cruz’s endorsement of Toth comes after he and Crenshaw split over Cruz’s ROTOR Act, an aviation safety bill.
Crenshaw voted against the bill Thursday.
Aside from disagreements over legislation, Crenshaw believes Cruz has more financially based reasons for his endorsement. He noted that Robert Marling, CEO of Woodforest National Bank, financially supported Toth after Crenshaw urged investigators to examine Marling’s $20 million investment in 2023.
In particular, Crenshaw, alongside other lawmakers, said Marling’s real estate loans appeared to be «attracting and enabling illegal alien settlement in the state of Texas» by offering easy-access credit with little indemnity verification, according to a letter he penned to Attorney General Ken Paxton’s office.
Crenshaw signed the letter alongside 25 other Republicans.
«Now, where does Cruz come into play? Well, that same banker is a mega donor for Cruz to the tune of millions of dollars,» Crenshaw said.
Most recently, FEC records indicate Marling made a personal $14,000 donation to WinRed, a Republican fundraising organization, with the funds earmarked for Toth.
Other FEC records indicate Marling has spent millions supporting other Republican candidates. In 2025, he has backed candidates such as Rep. Anna Paulina Luna, R-Fla., and Rep. Derrick Van Orden, R-Wisc.
TEXAS SENATE PRIMARIES EXPLODE AS CORNYN WARNS PAXTON COULD COST GOP MAJORITY, DEMOCRATS CLASH OVER RACE
Texas state Rep. Steve Toth, right, is running to unseat Congressman Dan Crenshaw, R-Texas, left. (Carolyn Kaster/AP Photo and courtesy of Steve Toth for Congress)
Despite Cruz’s opposition, Crenshaw noted that this would not be the first time he has had to run without Cruz’s blessing.
«Cruz endorsed against me in my very first race. We saw the results of that,» Crenshaw said.
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«So now we’re feeling good about it. But it’s a race, and we’re gonna run through the finish line.»
Polls in Texas opened at 7 a.m. and will close at 7 p.m.
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U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee described what he believes is the «best option» for Americans looking to flee Israel amid the ongoing unrest across the Middle East.
Huckabee said overnight, «We are getting a lot of requests regarding evacuating from Israel from American citizens who are currently in Israel or who have family here,» and that there are «very limited» options available.
«As of now, the best is utilizing Israel’s Ministry of Tourism shuttle bus to Taba, Egypt and getting flights from there or going on to Cairo for flights back to the U.S.,» Huckabee said on X. «Not sure when Ben Gurion Airport in Tel Aviv will reopen. Hopefully soon, but even when it does, there will be VERY limited flights with priorities to those who already were ticketed by El Al. Doubtful that other airlines will fly in/out for a while.»
«The Ministry of Tourism is operating buses to Taba. That crossing is further away, but it’s open 24/7. There are some flights from Taba, but there are also options to get to Cairo, and it’s operating normally except to Middle Eastern countries. To get out, it’s the best option for now,» Huckabee added.
U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee, left, and emergency personnel at the site of an Iranian missile strike on a residential building in Tel Aviv, Israel, on March 1, 2026. (Alex Brandon/Pool/AFP via Getty Images; Ronen Zvulun/TPX Images of the Day/Reuters)
Huckabee also said he does not recommend Americans exit via Jordan at this time, as «Flights are not consistent and access across the Allenby crossing has limited hours.»
«All of our personnel from [the] embassy are sheltering in place, but I realize you may need to get people out and back home and not continue to incur hotel costs,» the ambassador wrote.
NETANYAHU INSISTS US AND ISRAEL’S STRIKES ON IRAN WON’T LEAD TO ‘ENDLESS WAR’
People take shelter in Tel Aviv on Sunday, March 1, 2026, after Iran launched missile barrages following attacks by the U.S. and Israel on Saturday. (Ronen Zvulun/Reuters)
U.S. Embassy Jerusalem said in a statement early Tuesday morning that it is «not in a position at this time to evacuate or directly assist Americans in departing Israel.» It also mentioned the Israeli Ministry of Tourism’s buses to Taba.
«To be added to the passenger list for a shuttle, you must register via the Ministry’s evacuation form,» it said.
A firefighter works to put out a fire in Tel Aviv after Iran launched missiles into Israel on Saturday, Feb. 28, 2026. (Tomer Appelbaum/Reuters)
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«The U.S. Embassy cannot make any recommendation (for or against) the Ministry of Tourism’s shuttle. If you choose to avail yourself of this option to depart, the U.S. government cannot guarantee your safety,» it added.
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