Reactions and statements from the international community
U.S. officials informed CBS that Iran has deployed at least 12 Maham 3 and Maham 7 naval mines in the Strait of Hormuz; these advanced sea mines are equipped with magnetic and acoustic sensors and carry hundreds of pounds of explosives.
Mohsen Rezaei, the military advisor to Mojtaba Khamenei, stated that Iran's war strategy is methodical and expanding, emphasizing that closing the Strait of Hormuz is a significant step and that neutral countries can coordinate with Iran for passage through the strait.
Mohsen Rezaei, military advisor to Mojtaba Khamenei, declared that the war will continue until Iran receives reparations, sanctions are lifted, and the U.S. interference is legally restricted internationally. He warned Donald Trump that attacking Iranian infrastructure would result in severe retaliation, threatening to paralyze U.S. military capabilities.
Ofir Sofer from the World Jewish Congress told Iran International that antisemitism is rising exponentially in Britain, with the Jewish community struggling to maintain security despite increased government funding. Sofer also suggested that listing the IRGC as a terrorist organization could be a more effective legal measure to address these issues.
On Monday, March 3, 2026 (third of Farvardin), airstrikes continued in Tehran and several other Iranian cities, with eyewitnesses reporting explosions in areas including Tehranpars, Farjam Street, Menari Square, Tehran Sar, Azadi Square, and Shahr-e Rey.
An airstrike hit an area around Khaghani Bridge in eastern Tehran, with reports of explosions heard in the vicinity.
CENTCOM Commander Admiral Cooper advised Iranians to remain indoors until further notice, stating there will be a clear signal from the President indicating when they can resume normal activities.
The Israeli Army announced that it conducted airstrikes on the central headquarters of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) in central Tehran, located among civilian infrastructure. The target served as a coordination hub for IRGC regional units and Basij forces involved in internal security and suppression of protests.
On February 21, American and Israeli fighter jets conducted airstrikes on Islamic Republic positions in northern Tehran, resulting in thick smoke visible in the area.
The X account purportedly belonging to Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf is actually managed by an administrator, similar to other regime officials' accounts, according to @Babak Taghvaee. The IRGC expresses disbelief over reports that Ghalibaf is engaging in negotiations with the United States.
Hamed Resai, a parliament member close to Mojtaba Khamenei, called on the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) to target the offices of Iran International with missiles, as part of the Islamic Republic's ongoing efforts to suppress independent media outlets.
Brigadier General Majid Mousavi, commander of the IRGC Aerospace Force, stated that the enemy's repeated retreats are due to Iran's public support at home, and the campaign will continue until national and patriotic objectives are fully secured.
