Russian Deputy Prime Minister Novak: Natural gas prices in Europe have risen by nearly 70%, and prices in the Asia-Pacific region have almost doubled, all due to the escalation of the conflict in the Middle East.

Security sources say a drone strike hit the headquarters of the Iraqi Popular Mobilization Forces in Mosul, but no casualties have been reported so far.

1. Cuba is the next target – US President Trump stated that after the conflict with Iran subsides, the US will turn its attention to Cuba. 2. No acceptance of Khamenei's son succeeding as Supreme Leader US President Trump: He needs to personally participate in the succession arrangements in Iran and will not accept Khamenei's son as Supreme Leader. He wants to see the complete purging of Iran's leadership and already has a "good leader" in mind. 3. Downplaying rising oil prices US President Trump: Gasoline prices have not risen significantly at present; the Strait of Hormuz will remain open. Regarding oil prices: Let them rise, military action is much more important. Trump said further action will be taken soon to alleviate pressure on the oil market. 4. Excluding the Treasury from trading oil futures – Sources say the Trump administration is currently ruling out the possibility of allowing the Treasury to trade oil futures. They believe the Treasury's actual influence on the market is limited. 5. Supporting the Kurdish offensive against Iran – US President Trump: Supports the Kurdish offensive against Iran; I think it would be great if they wanted to. 6. Appoints New Homeland Security Secretary —US President Trump announced on social media on March 5 that Senator Mark Wayne Marin will serve as Secretary of Homeland Security, effective March 31, replacing current Secretary Christy Noem. 7. Demands Immediate Pardon for Israeli Prime Minister —Trump stated that Israeli President Herzog must pardon Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu "today." Trump has suspended all diplomatic meetings with Herzog until Netanyahu is formally pardoned. 8. Invites Pastors to Pray for Him and the US Military—Margo Martin, Special Assistant to the President and Communications Advisor, stated on social media platform X that President Trump prayed in the Oval Office with pastors from across the country.