Iran-US-Israel War Dashboard
March 18, 2026 — 08:00 AM Beijing Time DAY 19 of Conflict
⚠
BREAKING: EU rejects Trump's Hormuz coalition -- 'This is not Europe's conflict.' Brent crude surges past $104/bbl as Iran targets energy infrastructure. CENTCOM confirms 200+ US troops wounded across 7 nations. USS Lincoln executing back-to-back strike waves near Iran.
Conflict Duration
Day 19
Since Feb 28, 2026 — "Operation Epic Fury"
Brent Crude Oil
$104/bbl
▲ 49% since conflict start ($70 → $104)
Strait of Hormuz
BLOCKADE
Iran allowing only allied vessels; ~12 Iran-linked ships passed in 24hrs
Global Oil Disruption
15-20M bpd
Standard Chartered raises Brent forecast. ME loadings remain near-halt.
Iranian Civilian Casualties
1,200+
Health Ministry; HRANA says 1,825+. 4,400+ military. 10,000+ injured.
IEA Emergency Release
172M bbls
Record US SPR release. US gasoline $3.72/gal. IEA says more reserves available.
Ships Attacked/Damaged
20+
100+ Iranian naval vessels destroyed per CENTCOM. Mines cleared.
US Minelayer Ships Hit
100+
CENTCOM: destroyed 100+ Iranian naval vessels via air, land & sea
🕑 Conflict Timeline — Key Events
  • Mar 18
    EU foreign ministers reject Hormuz coalition -- 'no appetite'
    EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas said EU ministers showed 'no appetite' to extend maritime mission to Hormuz. Germany: 'This is not our war.' Greece, Italy also refuse. [Al Jazeera]
  • Mar 18
    Brent crude surges past $104/bbl on Iranian infrastructure strikes
    Oil rises further as Iran targets energy infrastructure in the Gulf. Standard Chartered raises Brent crude forecast. JP Morgan notes Hormuz passage now conditional on political ties with Iran. [Yahoo Finance]
  • Mar 18
    CENTCOM: 200+ US troops wounded across 7 nations; 13 killed
    US military casualties rising with many late-reported TBIs. At least 13 killed including 6 in Kuwait drone strike and 6 in KC-135 crash in Iraq. Trump backing away from Hormuz pledge. [Axios]
  • Mar 17
    USS Abraham Lincoln executing back-to-back strike waves near Iran
    CENTCOM releases footage of continuous flight operations from USS Lincoln. Day and night strike waves during Operation Epic Fury. Iran's defense industrial base being systematically dismantled.
  • Mar 17
    Most NATO members reject US-led Hormuz coalition
    Germany, Italy, Japan refuse to send naval vessels. Trump rates Macron's willingness at '8 out of 10.' UK circulating proposal but no commitments. European diplomat: 'It's chaotic.' [Axios]
  • Mar 17
    Iran FM denies any talks with US; vows not to submit
    Iran's foreign minister appeared on Face the Nation refuting Trump's claims Tehran is ready for a deal. Iran at UN Human Rights Council vows not to submit to 'lawless aggression.'
  • Mar 16
    Fatal missile strike in Abu Dhabi; UAE intercepts massive barrage
    Iranian missile strike caused fuel tank fire in Abu Dhabi. UAE intercepted 304 ballistic missiles, 15 cruise missiles, 1,627 drones total since war began.
  • Mar 15
    US strikes 90+ targets on Kharg Island
    CENTCOM announces large-scale precision strike destroying mine facilities, storage bunkers, military installations. Oil infrastructure spared.
  • Feb 28
    Operation Epic Fury begins -- Khamenei killed
    US-Israel launch surprise strikes on Iran. Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei killed. Iran retaliates with missiles and drones across the region.
⚔ Key Conflict Factors
Military Economic Diplomatic Humanitarian Energy
Strait of Hormuz CLOSED
Oil Supply -10M bpd
Nuclear Sites TARGETED
Ceasefire Talks CONDITIONS SET
Hezbollah Front ACTIVE
Iraq Stability CROSSFIRE
US War Powers APPROVED
📋 Iran's Ceasefire Conditions
1. Recognition of Iran's rights
2. Reparations for damages
3. International guarantees against future aggression
4. Gulf states deny US launch operations from their territory
Source: President Pezeshkian via Al Jazeera
📈 Brent Crude Oil Price Trajectory
🎯 Iranian Attacks on UAE (as of Mar 13)
Weapon Type Launched Intercepted Rate
Drones (UAV) 1,627+ ~1,400+ ~93%
Ballistic Missiles 304+ 260+ ~92%
Cruise Missiles 15 15 100%
UAE receives 48% of all Iranian projectiles. 6 killed, 131 injured. [Breaking Defense]
✈ Gulf Carriers Flight Activity (% of Pre-War)
Sources: Flightradar24, airline schedule data. 100% = normal pre-conflict daily operations.
🌎 Regional Impact Assessment
🇮🇶
Iraq
Status: Critical
Airspace closure extended repeatedly (9th extension expected). KC-135 crash killed 6. US Embassy security alert. Baghdad embassy struck by drones. Militia attacks ongoing.
🇦🇪
UAE
Status: Critical
1,627 drones, 304 ballistic missiles, 15 cruise missiles intercepted. Fatal Abu Dhabi strike. Emirates operating limited schedule, targeting 100% by Mar 29.
🇸🇦
Saudi Arabia
Status: High
Intercepting drones targeting eastern oil fields. Ramping up Red Sea oil shipments as Hormuz alternatives.
🇶🇦
Qatar
Status: High
14 Iranian ballistic missiles + drones targeted Qatar. Al Udeid Air Base hit by missiles. QR limited flights through Mar 18.
🇮🇱
Israel
Status: High
14 killed. Expanding Lebanon ground campaign. 15,000+ targets struck alongside US. Running low on interceptors.
🇱🇧
Lebanon
Status: Extreme
773 killed, 1,933 injured, 830,000 displaced. Hezbollah claiming 43 attacks/day. Israeli evacuation orders affect 14% of Lebanon.
💰 Economic Impact Factors
IndicatorCurrentSeverity
Brent Crude ~$104/bbl CRITICAL
WTI Crude ~$101/bbl CRITICAL
Gulf Oil Output Loss 15-20M bpd CRITICAL
IEA Emergency Reserves 172M bbls (US SPR) RECORD
Shipping Through Hormuz ~12 ships/day (Iran-allied) CRITICAL
Flights Cancelled 42,000+ CRITICAL
Passengers Affected 5M+ HIGH
US War Cost (est.) Billions spent HIGH
Standard Chartered raises Brent forecast. JP Morgan: Hormuz passage conditional on Iran ties. IEA 172M barrel reserve release from US SPR. US gasoline $3.72/gal.[Wikipedia]
🌐 Diplomatic Developments
  • Mar 18
    EU unanimously rejects Hormuz military involvement
    EU foreign policy chief Kallas: 'no appetite.' Germany: 'not our war.' Greece, Italy confirm non-participation. France proposes extending Aspides mission from Red Sea. [Al Jazeera]
  • Mar 17
    Most NATO members reject US-led Hormuz coalition
    Germany, Italy, Japan refuse naval vessels. UK circulating proposal. Trump rates Macron '8/10' willing. European diplomat: 'It's chaotic. Many are unclear.' [Axios]
  • Mar 17
    Iran FM denies talks; Trump says 'not ready' for deal
    Iran FM on Face the Nation: 'We never asked for a ceasefire.' Trump says he wants better terms. No talks confirmed. Both sides digging in.
  • Mar 17
    China dismisses Hormuz escort request as 'spreading risk'
    China's Global Times calls it Trump's attempt to 'spread the risk of a war Washington started and cannot finish.' No Chinese naval participation expected.
  • Mar 16
    Trump announces Hormuz naval coalition framework
    White House unveils coalition framework. UK, France, Japan, South Korea, Australia, Canada, Gulf states, Jordan approached. Most decline.
📰 Latest Headlines (March 18, 2026)
AXIOS -- Mar 17, 2026
Most NATO members reject U.S.-led Hormuz Strait coalition
Germany, Italy, Japan refuse to send naval vessels. EU foreign policy chief Kallas: 'no appetite' to join. UK circulating coalition proposal but no commitments secured.
AL JAZEERA -- Mar 17, 2026
European leaders reject military involvement in Strait of Hormuz
Germany's Wadephul: 'This is not our war.' Greece, Italy confirm non-participation. France proposes extending EU Aspides naval mission from Red Sea. UK working on collective plan.
NPR -- Mar 17, 2026
Trump continues to plead with allies for Hormuz coalition support
Trump spoke with UK PM Starmer and French President Macron. Characterized France as '8 out of 10' willing. Trump backing away from personal pledge to secure Strait.
BLOOMBERG -- Mar 17, 2026
Oil surges past $104 as Iran targets Gulf energy infrastructure
Brent crude at $104.98 high on Mar 17. Standard Chartered raises forecast. JP Morgan: Hormuz passage now conditional on political affiliation with Iran. Iran allowing only allied vessels through.
SKY NEWS -- Mar 17, 2026
Iran war briefing Day 18: Trump's NATO gamble failing
Military analyst examines why Iran conflict puts Trump at odds with NATO allies. Iran proving it can still target infrastructure. Straits of Hormuz essentially closed except for Iranian allies.
🇮🇶 Iraq Status & Activities Comprehensive Iraq Situation Report
⚠️
IRAQ CAUGHT IN CROSSFIRE — Iraq airspace expected to be extended again (9th extension). US Embassy Baghdad struck by drones -- Iraqi forces claim 5 drones intercepted. KC-135 tanker crash killed 6 US crew. Al Udeid and Baghdad bases under continued missile/drone attacks from Iranian-backed militias.
Iraqi Casualties
63+ Killed
80+ injured -- PMF fighters + civilians; 4 killed near Syria border airstrike
US Military Deaths (Iraq)
6 Killed
KC-135 refueling tanker crash in western Iraq -- all 6 crew confirmed dead
Airspace Status
CLOSED
9th consecutive extension expected. All flights barred since Feb 28.
Militia Attacks Claimed
50+
Islamic Resistance in Iraq -- continuous attacks on US/European forces
⚔️ Military & Security Situation
FactorStatusDetails
US Bases in Iraq CLOSED 9th consecutive closure extension; all flights barred since Feb 28
US Embassy Baghdad STRUCK x2 Second attack on Mar 14 — suicide drone and missiles caused fire and damage in the Green Zone compound
US Counterstrikes ONGOING US struck PMF bases at Jurf al-Sakhr and northern Iraq — at least 9 killed, 10 wounded (biggest strike on Iraqi soil since war started)
Pro-Iran Militias (PMF) ACTIVE Islamic Resistance in Iraq claimed 50+ attacks over Mar 6–7 weekend using missiles & UAVs. Kataib Hezbollah, Asaib Ahl al-Haq deeply embedded in security forces
Kurdistan Region UNSTABLE Iran targeting Kurdish opposition (PDKI base hit by 7 missiles, PAK base struck with 4 wounded). Debris from intercepted drone hit Rotana Arjaan Hotel in Erbil
KC-135 Crash CONFIRMED US KC-135 refueling plane crashed in Iraq during operations — circumstances under investigation
Sources: Al Jazeera, Long War Journal, Alma Center
💰 Oil & Economic Impact
FactorStatusDetails
Southern Oil Fields -70% Output collapsed from 4.3M to ~1.3M bpd. Crude storage at max capacity. Remaining output directed to domestic refineries only
Oil Exports NEAR ZERO Averaged ~800K bpd briefly, then halted. Only 2 tankers loaded before terminals ceased operations. No new tankers can reach southern ports
Port Operations SUSPENDED All oil terminal ops suspended after Iranian drone boats struck 2 tankers in Iraqi waters near Basra (1 killed, 38 crew rescued)
Rumaila Oil Field STRUCK Drone hit Iraq's largest oil field (operated by BP & state agencies). Baker Hughes Energy City complex near Zubair also struck
Revenue Impact SEVERE Oil funds >90% of Iraq's government revenue. Officials call it "the most serious operational threat in 20+ years"
Oil Minister Statement 1.4M BPD TARGET Iraq aims to maintain 1.4M bpd output for domestic refining amid disruption (Mar 12 statement)
Sources: Reuters (Oil), Reuters (Minister), Egypt Oil & Gas
🏛️ Political & Government Response
  • Government Neutrality — PM al-Sudani has told US Secretary Rubio that Iraq should not be a launchpad for attacks. Iraqi Presidency warned against targeting vital sites and called for dialogue.
  • Kurdistan Neutrality — Kurdistan PM Masrour Barzani declared neutrality in Dubai, stating intention to stay out of the US-Iran conflict. Stance expected to hold even under US pressure.
  • Green Zone Protests — Thousands of pro-Iran demonstrators surged toward the US Embassy in the Green Zone. Iraqi riot police used tear gas to repel them. Notably, prominent militia commanders were absent.
  • PM Succession Dispute — US warned of repercussions if Iran-backed former PM Nouri al-Maliki is reappointed. Senior Tehran-backed leaders in Iraq showing reluctance to sacrifice for Iran.
  • Sistani’s Influence — Grand Ayatollah Ali al-Sistani committed to protecting Iraq's hard-earned stability. Religious leadership acting as restraining force on escalation.
Sources: Brookings, Reuters, The Peninsula Qatar
🤝 Humanitarian & Civilian Impact
IssueStatusDetails
Civilian Casualties 59 DEAD At least 59 killed and 78 injured in Iraq. Majority are PMF members but includes civilians caught in crossfire
Displacement GROWING Security disruptions impacting civilian movement. Existing IDP populations from ISIL conflict face compounded vulnerability
Basra Airport HIT Drone crashed into closed military section of Basra International Airport. Baghdad Airport also intercepted 2 missiles + 2 drones
Humanitarian Access DISRUPTED Airspace closure and security instability disrupting humanitarian operations and aid delivery across Iraq
Cross-border Mobility RESTRICTED UNHCR monitoring cross-border movements and internal displacement. Iran-Iraq border situation tense with 3.2M displaced in Iran
Sources: Reuters (Casualties), ReliefWeb/UNHCR, Wikipedia
🛡️ Iran-backed Proxy Forces in Iraq — Current Assessment
Kataib Hezbollah
Most powerful Iranian proxy in Iraq. Base at Jurf al-Sakhr struck by US. Affiliated with ex-PM Nouri al-Maliki's political party. Claimed multiple attacks on US interests.
ACTIVE — STRUCK BY US
Islamic Resistance in Iraq
Umbrella term used by multiple militia groups. Claimed 50+ attacks over one weekend (Mar 6–7) using missiles and UAVs. Many claims lack evidence of substantial damage.
CLAIMING ATTACKS
Proxy Effectiveness
Reuters reports no mass mobilization. Commanders are wary — many have become politicians/businessmen with more to lose. Loss of Syria corridor and targeted killings have weakened capability significantly.
DEGRADED CAPABILITY
Sources: Reuters (Proxies), Alma Center, CT Public/NPR
📅 Iraq — Key Events Timeline
  1. Feb 28
    War begins — Iraq closes airspace
    Iraqi Civil Aviation Authority orders total airspace closure as US-Israel strikes on Iran commence. Closure renewed every 24–72 hours since.
  2. Mar 1–3
    IRGC launches 230 drones at US bases including Erbil & Baghdad
    Camp Taji hit by 3 missiles. Baghdad Airport intercepts 2 missiles + 2 drones. Victoria Base targeted. Iraqi security forces intercept multiple threats.
  3. Mar 5
    Drone targets US base near Baghdad Airport
    Victoria airbase targeted late at night; drone intercepted before reaching objective. Separate vessel collision damages oil tanker at Khor-Zub port.
  4. Mar 6
    Energy infrastructure attacked around Basra
    Drones strike Rumaila oil field, Baker Hughes Energy City, and Basra Airport military section. Iran hits Kurdish opposition bases — PDKI base struck by 7 missiles.
  5. Mar 6–7
    Islamic Resistance in Iraq claims 50+ attacks
    Weekend surge of claimed attacks using missiles and UAVs against targets in Iraq and across the region. Many claims lack evidence of substantial damage.
  6. Mar 8
    Southern oil output collapses 70%
    Production falls from 4.3M to 1.3M bpd. Storage at capacity. Exports plunge to ~800K bpd with only 2 tankers loading before terminals halt.
  7. Mar 12
    Tankers attacked in Iraqi waters; port ops suspended
    Iranian drone boats strike 2 fuel tankers near Basra — 1 killed, 38 crew rescued. Iraq suspends all oil terminal operations. Oil minister targets 1.4M bpd for domestic use.
  8. Mar 12
    US strikes PMF bases — biggest attack on Iraqi soil
    Airstrikes on two PMF bases kill at least 9 and wound 10. One base affiliated with ex-PM Maliki's party. US has not officially commented.
  9. Mar 13
    Airspace closure extended 72 more hours
    Iraqi Civil Aviation Authority extends total closure from Mar 14 noon to Mar 17 noon. All arriving, departing, and overflying aircraft barred.
  10. Mar 14
    US Embassy in Baghdad struck for second time
    Suicide drone and missiles cause fire and damage within the heavily fortified Green Zone compound. Second attack since war began on Feb 28.
Sources: Al Jazeera, Xinhua, Flightradar24, Al Jazeera (Mar 5)
✈ Aviation & Airspace Status
Iraq Airspace
CLOSED
9th consecutive extension expected. All civilian flights barred since Feb 28.
Emirates (EK)
LIMITED OPS
Operating limited schedule. Targeting 100% ops by Mar 29. ~25-37% of normal DXB capacity.
Qatar Airways (QR)
LIMITED
Limited flights through Mar 18. Operating select routes with regulatory approval.
Flights Cancelled
42,000+
5M+ passengers affected. Worst disruption since COVID-19.
🇮🇶 Iraq Airspace Lockdown Details
ParameterStatus
Current Status FULLY CLOSED
Authority Iraqi Civil Aviation Authority (ICAA)
Latest Extension 9th extension expected: 72 hrs from Mar 17 noon. All arriving, departing, and overflying aircraft barred. Continuous review.
Scope All incoming, outgoing, and transit flights. No exceptions.
Reason "Temporary precautionary measure based on continued security assessment and evolving regional developments"
Baghdad Airport (BGW) CLOSED
Erbil Airport (EBL) CLOSED
Basra Airport (BSR) CLOSED
Review Status Under continuous review. Airlines and authorities to be notified of any updates.
US Embassy Advisory US Embassy Baghdad issued security alert Mar 9 — neighboring airspace may also be closed.
Sources: Shafaq News, QCAA, US Embassy Baghdad
🌎 Middle East Airspace Status Map
AirspaceStatusNotes
🇮🇷 Iran CLOSED Active combat zone
🇮🇶 Iraq CLOSED 9th consecutive closure extension; all flights barred since Feb 28
🇮🇱 Israel CLOSED Active combat zone
🇱🇧 Lebanon CLOSED Hezbollah-Israel front active
🇶🇦 Qatar RESTRICTED Limited corridors authorized
🇦🇪 UAE RESTRICTED Partially open, active air defense
🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia PARTIAL Limited ops; Red Sea routes active
🇯🇴 Jordan RESTRICTED Limited operations
🇲🇳 Oman OPEN Alt hub; Muscat routing available
Central corridor (Iran-Iraq-Gulf) effectively closed. Traffic rerouted north via Caucasus/Afghanistan or south via Egypt/Oman. [BBC]
✈ Emirates (EK) — Flight Status
REDUCED OPERATIONS through March 28, 2026
DetailStatus
Dubai Hub (DXB) OPEN — REDUCED
Destinations Served 110+ (expanding daily)
Full Schedule NOT RESUMED
Reduced Until March 28, 2026 (confirmed Mar 13)
Transit Passengers Only accepted if connecting flight is confirmed
City Check-in ALL CLOSED
Rebooking Policy Feb 28 – Mar 31 bookings: rebook to same destination by Apr 30 free of charge
Refund Policy Cancelled flights: full refund, no fees (Feb 28 – Mar 31 period)
Website Updated Last update: Mar 9 (website lagging behind operations)
⚠ Important for Passengers
Do NOT proceed to airport unless contacted by Emirates. Check emirat.es/flightstatus within 1 hour of departure. Beware of fraudulent social media accounts offering fake refunds.
Sources: Emirates Official, TravelPirates, Reuters
✈ Qatar Airways (QR) — Flight Status
SCHEDULED OPS SUSPENDED limited corridor flights only
DetailStatus
Doha Hub (DOH) COMMERCIAL OPS SUSPENDED
Qatar Airspace RESTRICTED CORRIDORS ONLY
Today's Departures (Mar 14) RUH, MCT, PVG, MNL, JNB, DFW, YYZ, CMB, CAI, ISB, BOM, LHR, FCO, MAD, FRA
Today's Arrivals (Mar 14) PER, ICN, DAC, JED, KUL, BKK, COK, ALG, MIA, IST, CAI, JNB, LHR, MAD, FRA
Flight Type Evacuation/repatriation only — not regular commercial service
Flights Cancelled (total) 2,000+ at Hamad International alone since Feb 28
Rebooking Policy Feb 28 – Mar 28 bookings: 2 free date changes (+14 days) or full refund
Suspended Routes Iraq, Iran, Lebanon — fully suspended
✈ Mar 14 Limited Flight Schedule
Departing DOH: Riyadh, Muscat, Shanghai, Manila, Johannesburg, Dallas, Toronto, Colombo, Cairo, Islamabad, Mumbai, London, Rome, Madrid, Frankfurt. Each flight requires regulatory approval and may change.
Sources: Qatar Airways Official, Al Jazeera
🏠 Other Major Airlines — Status Overview (Mar 14)
AirlineStatusSuspension PeriodNotes
Etihad Airways REDUCED Schedule through Mar 16 Free rebooking for tickets issued before Feb 28 until May 15
flydubai REDUCED Reduced network-wide Feb 28–Mar 31 bookings: free rebooking within 30 days
British Airways SUSPENDED Through end of March DXB, DOH, BAH, AMM, TLV all cancelled. Ltd repatriation via Muscat.
Lufthansa Group SUSPENDED Through Mar 15 (DXB); Tehran until Apr 30 Includes LH, OS, LX, SN. Free refund for Mar 16–26 tickets.
Air Canada SUSPENDED Toronto-Dubai until May 1 Adding Delhi capacity as alternative
KLM SUSPENDED Dubai until Mar 28 Stranded 787 evacuated from Dubai on Mar 12
Finnair SUSPENDED Dubai until Mar 29; DOH until Mar 29 Avoiding Iraq, Iran, Syria, Israel airspace
Cathay Pacific SUSPENDED Dubai through end of March No resumption date announced
Singapore Airlines PENDING Cancelled through Mar 14 Suspension expiring today; check for updates
Turkish Airlines PENDING Iraq/Syria/Lebanon until Mar 13 Suspension expired; check for confirmed resumption
Oman Air REDUCED Select routes until Mar 22 Muscat functioning as alternative hub
Air India / Express OPERATING 80 flights today Scheduled + ad-hoc to DXB, AUH, MCT, JED
IndiGo DISRUPTED 97 flights cancelled today Implementing fuel surcharge from Mar 14
Sources: TravelPirates, Reuters, Bloomberg
📋 Aviation Disruption Summary
Flight Rerouting
Central corridor through Iran, Iraq, and Gulf is effectively closed. All traffic redirected north via Caucasus/Afghanistan or south via Egypt/Saudi/Oman. Both routes are significantly longer and congested.
Stranded Passengers
4 million+ passengers affected. Emirates, Qatar Airways, Etihad carry a combined 90,000 transit passengers/day. Repatriation flights from multiple governments ongoing.
Air Cargo Impact
Air cargo traffic dropped 20%. Flight prices between Asia and Europe have surged. Fuel surcharges being implemented by carriers like IndiGo from March 14.