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Zuckerberg calls out Musk for “making things up” about fight

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3 years ago

August 12, 2023

Mark Zuckerberg, CEO of Meta, has responded to Elon Musk’s challenge, expressing his readiness to engage in a fight but emphasizing that the scheduled date remains uncertain until officially confirmed.

The dispute between the tech giants began when Musk, the owner of X, proposed a cage match in June, a suggestion met with enthusiasm by Zuckerberg, who has been involved in martial arts training and Jiu Jitsu competitions.

However, despite Zuckerberg suggesting August 26th as a potential date for the bout, the event’s organization has faced setbacks.

Musk recently claimed that the fight would be broadcasted on X and “Meta,” with the spectacle evoking ancient Rome.

However, Italy’s culture minister promptly clarified that the planning had not progressed to the extent Musk suggested, and no event was to be held in Rome.

No agreement

In response, Zuckerberg asserted his lack of awareness regarding the details and noted that any statements from Musk should not be assumed as agreed upon until an official date is set.

Zuckerberg voiced his passion for the sport and his eagerness to compete against Musk since the initial challenge. While Musk anticipates needing several months for recovery from shoulder surgery, the possibility of the fight happening remains uncertain.

Zuckerberg also hinted at the potential for future fighting events, irrespective of Musk’s involvement, aiming to collaborate with professional organizations like the UFC or ONE to create a successful and compelling event.

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Iran live updates: Trump claims Khamenei dead as Iran insists he remains in command

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2 hours ago

March 2, 2026

Ahron Young

What’s happening in the Middle East?

President Donald Trump says Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has been killed
Iran is entering a transitional period, with a three man leadership council temporarily taking control
The U.S. military confirms three American service members were killed in the joint Israeli U.S. operation
The White House says U.S. forces have destroyed and sunk nine Iranian naval ships
Israel and the United States continue strikes on Iranian targets, with Tehran launching missile and drone retaliation across Israel and Gulf states
Shipping, aviation and oil markets have been disrupted, with civilians fleeing major cities amid escalating tensions

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Israel strikes Tehran anew as conflict escalates and global markets react

Israel strikes Tehran after Khamenei’s death; U.S. warns of prolonged conflict as tensions escalate in the Middle East.

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2 hours ago

March 2, 2026

Harvey Vargas

Israel strikes Tehran after Khamenei’s death; U.S. warns of prolonged conflict as tensions escalate in the Middle East.

Israel has launched a new wave of strikes on Tehran, following the reported killing of Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ali Khamenei. U.S. President Donald Trump has warned the campaign could last up to a month, framing the operation as a move to prevent Iran from acquiring nuclear capabilities.

Iran has retaliated with missile attacks, while its Revolutionary Guards claim responsibility for assaults on oil tankers in the Gulf. The escalating hostilities are already disrupting global shipping lanes and air travel, sending shockwaves through international markets.

With reports of the first U.S. casualties emerging and Washington declaring the Tehran operation a success, tensions across the Middle East are intensifying rapidly. The question now is how far this conflict could spread — and at what cost.

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U.S. and Israel strike Iran as missiles hit Gulf bases and oil surges

U.S. and Israel launch major military operation against Iran; tensions rise as conflict escalates, impacting global markets.

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1 day ago

March 1, 2026

Ahron Young

U.S. and Israel launch major military operation against Iran; tensions rise as conflict escalates, impacting global markets.

The United States and Israel have launched a sweeping military operation against Iran, striking leadership targets and more than 500 military sites in what President Trump has dubbed Operation Epic Fury.

Explosions have rocked Tehran, with civilians fleeing the capital as U.S. sea and air assets carry out sustained attacks. Washington says the mission is designed to prevent a nuclear armed Iran and has even called on Iranians to rise up against the regime.

Iran has retaliated with a barrage of missiles and drones targeting Israel and U.S. bases across the region, including in Qatar, Kuwait, the United Arab Emirates and Bahrain. While many projectiles were intercepted, a U.S. base in Bahrain sustained damage.

Gulf states long seen as stable hubs for global business are now directly in the firing line, raising fears of a wider regional war.

Oil prices are climbing and tankers are diverting from the Strait of Hormuz as markets react to the escalating conflict. U.S. aircraft carriers, advanced fighter jets and missile destroyers remain in position, signalling more strikes could follow.

With global leaders scrambling diplomatically, the world is watching to see whether this spirals further or shifts back to negotiations.