U.S. House Minority Leader Jeffries: Equally worrying is that, as we have discovered in the many failed wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, advancing security and stability in the Middle East requires more than military force.

U.S. House Minority Leader Jeffries: If, as Trump boldly claimed in June 2025, the military strikes at that time had "completely and completely destroyed" Iran's nuclear program, then there would be no need to strike again now.

Market News: Norwegian oil and gas operator DNO has shut down oil production in the Kurdistan region of Iraq as a precautionary measure following an attack by Iran.

U.S. Treasury Secretary Bessent: Will track the activities of illegal funds flowing out of Iran.

Air India: In view of the current situation in the Middle East, Air India has canceled all flights to destinations in the region until 23:59 on March 1.

U.S. House of Representatives Speaker Johnson: Earlier this week, the "Gang of Eight" provided a detailed briefing on the possible need for military action to protect U.S. troops and citizens in Iran. I subsequently received an update from Secretary Rubio and will remain in close contact with the President and the Department of War as this operation proceeds.