14 Latest Updates in the US-Israel War: Erdogan Warns, NATO on Ballistic Missile Alert
Jakarta, CNBC Indonesia - The war in the Middle East has entered a new phase after Israel declared its military operation against Iran has moved to the next phase. Tehran, meanwhile, has asserted it is prepared for a possible ground invasion, while regional tensions continue to rise and world oil prices have surged.
The following are the latest developments in the US-Israel war against Iran, as compiled by CNBC Indonesia from various sources, on Friday (6 March 2026).
- Saudi Arabia Intercepts 3 Ballistic Missiles
Saudi Arabia said on Friday morning that they had intercepted three ballistic missiles launched at a base. This occurred as Iran unleashed another round of retaliatory attacks in the Gulf.
“Three ballistic missiles launched at Prince Sultan Air Base were intercepted and destroyed,” wrote the Saudi Ministry of Defence on X.
- Israeli Attack in Lebanon Kills 123
Israeli strikes were not limited to Iran but also to Lebanon. This follows Hizbullah, Iran’s proxy there, saying it would join retaliation for the death of Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, in the February 28 attack by the US and Israel.
Lebanon’s Ministry of Health said the death toll from Israeli strikes had risen to 123 since the country became involved in the regional conflict earlier this week. The ministry added that 638 people were also injured since Monday.
- Egypt in a State of ‘Near Emergency’
Meanwhile, Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi said his country is in a “state of emergency” and warned of inflation. In remarks at a military academy, Sisi added that traders who gouge prices could be tried in a military court, according to a statement from his spokesperson.
- Houthis Join Iran War Against US-Israel
Yemeni Houthi leader Abdul Malik al-Houthi, supported by Iran, said in a televised address on Thursday that the group is ready to join the war alongside Tehran. The Houthis are ready to strike US and Israeli interests in the Gulf at any time.
“Regarding escalation and military action, we are ready to respond at any time if developments permit,” he said.
- NATO Ballistic Missile Readiness
The North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO) is reported to be increasing the readiness of ballistic missile defence systems across alliance territories. The move follows rising Iranian strikes in the Middle East, including launches that had aimed at Turkey before being intercepted.
This was stated by NATO spokesperson Colonel Martin O’Donnell. He said all alliance members agreed to raise the readiness level of their defence following the heightened threat.
“Yesterday NATO heightened ballistic missile defence postures across the alliance,” O’Donnell said in a statement shared on social media.
According to him, the decision was taken after 32 NATO member states held a deputy-level meeting in Brussels. In the meeting, allies agreed to keep the defence posture elevated until the threat from indiscriminate Iranian attacks across the region subsides.
“The posture will remain at heightened level until the threat from Iran’s indiscriminate attacks across the region subsides,” he added.
O’Donnell confirmed that the heightened readiness was implemented on the same day when NATO’s missile defence system successfully intercepted a ballistic missile headed for Turkish territory. However, NATO did not disclose operational changes to the defence system for security reasons.
- Israel Enters New Phase of Military Operation, Promises Surprises
Israel Defence Forces chief Eyal Zamir said the military campaign conducted with the United States has entered a new phase aimed at further destroying Iran’s military capabilities. In a television statement, Zamir asserted that Israel would continue strikes on Tehran’s military infrastructure.
“We are now moving into the next phase of this operation. In this phase we will further cripple the regime and its military capabilities. We have additional surprises that I will not disclose,” Zamir told AFP.
He also claimed that the strikes thus far have crippled much of Iran’s defensive capabilities. He claimed to have destroyed more than 60% of Iran’s ballistic missile launchers, with around 80% of Iran’s air defence systems also destroyed, giving Israel near-total air superiority over Iran.
- Iran Attack Triggers Bahrain Oil Refinery Fire
Iranian missile strikes triggered a fire at Bahrain’s main oil refinery. Several staff at Western embassies in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, were also told to seek shelter in their homes following attacks on the US embassy complex earlier in the week.
- Iran: Ground Invasion Will Be a ‘Disaster’
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stressed his country was prepared to face the possibility of a ground invasion by the US or Israel. In an interview with NBC News, Araghchi warned that such a step would be a fatal move for Iran’s adversaries.
“We are waiting for them. We are confident we can face them and it will be a big disaster for them,” Araghchi said.
He also insisted that Iran does not seek a ceasefire or a restart of negotiations with Washington. But unlike earlier military statements, he said that