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ConflictLebanon8.0

The Lebanese Ministry of Health reports 1,461 deaths and 4,430 injuries resulting from Israeli attacks in Lebanon since March 2 of last year.

The Lebanese Ministry of Health reports that 1,461 people have been killed and 4,430 injured since the start of Israeli attacks on Lebanon on March 2 of last year.

2d ago
EnergyKuwait8.0

⚑ BREAKING: Kuwait Petroleum Corporation reports fires and significant material damage following an Iranian drone strike. The incident follows reports of damage at the Borouge plant in Abu Dhabi, fueling global energy market concerns.

The Kuwait Petroleum Corporation reports fires and significant material damage following an Iranian drone strike. Separately, damage is reported at the Borouge polyethylene plant in Abu Dhabi, while market concerns grow regarding potential impacts on energy prices following threats from Trump.

2d ago
ConflictIran8.0

πŸ“‘ UPDATE: The US confirms the rescue of a fighter pilot after an F-15E was downed by Iran. Meanwhile, negotiations with Oman over the Strait of Hormuz continue, with a Monday deadline set by Trump.

The US reports the rescue of a fighter pilot following the downing of an F-15E by Iran. Separately, negotiations with Oman regarding the Strait of Hormuz are ongoing, with a deadline set for Monday by Trump.

2d ago
ConflictIsrael8.0

⚑ BREAKING: An Iranian missile strike has destroyed a drone manufacturing facility in Tel Aviv, according to reports from Yedioth Ahronoth.

The Israeli newspaper Yedioth Ahronoth reports that a drone manufacturing facility in Tel Aviv was destroyed following a direct hit by an Iranian missile, rendering the site inoperable.

2d ago
DiplomacyIsrael8.0

⚑ BREAKING: Israel halts all defense procurement from France.

Israel has suspended all defense-related procurement from France, according to reports.

2d ago
DiplomacySyria8.0

⚑ BREAKING: Volodymyr Zelensky and Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan arrive in Damascus.

Volodymyr Zelensky and Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan arrived in Damascus on Sunday.

2d ago
MilitaryIran8.0

⚑ BREAKING: Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps threatens further attacks on US economic interests in the region if Iranian civilian facilities are targeted again.

The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps of Iran stated on Sunday that it would launch more severe attacks against US economic interests in the region if Iranian civilian facilities are targeted again.

2d ago
MilitaryIran8.0

⚑ BREAKING: Trump threatens to bomb Iranian infrastructure following the rescue of a missing US airman.

Trump has stated he will order the bombing of Iranian infrastructure following the rescue of a missing US airman.

2d ago
MilitaryIran8.0

⚑ BREAKING: Iranian forces claim to have recovered US ammunition from the wreckage of American special forces aircraft destroyed during an overnight rescue mission.

Iranian forces claim to have recovered American ammunition from the wreckage of US special forces aircraft destroyed during a rescue mission overnight.

2d ago
DiplomacyIran8.0

⚑ BREAKING: Trump threatens to target Iranian infrastructure if the Strait of Hormuz is not kept open.

Trump posted on social media threatening to target Iranian infrastructure if the Strait of Hormuz is not kept open.

2d ago
ConflictKuwait8.0

Iran intensifies drone and missile attacks across Gulf, hitting facilities in Kuwait, UAE, Bahrain; Saudi Arabia intercepts cruise missile.

Iranian drone and missile attacks have intensified across the Gulf, targeting power, desalination, and energy facilities in Kuwait, the UAE, and Bahrain. Saudi Arabia reported intercepting a cruise missile.

2d ago
ConflictIran8.0

⚑ BREAKING: Three killed and three injured in Iran's Ardabil province following recent strikes. An MQ-9 drone was downed in Isfahan, while a missile hit an industrial zone in northern Israel.

Three people were killed and three others injured in Iran's Ardabil province following recent attacks. Additionally, an MQ-9 drone was reported downed in Isfahan, and a missile struck an industrial zone in northern Israel.

2d ago
ConflictIran7.0

Iranian Red Crescent ambulance hit by US-Israeli strikes in Komher area during rescue operation.

The Iranian Red Crescent Society reported that one of its ambulances was struck by US-Israeli forces during a rescue operation in the Komher area early this morning.

2d ago
EnergyIran7.0

Trump says he intends to seize Iranian oil if the country refuses to reach an agreement.

Trump says he intends to take Iranian oil if Iran refuses to reach an agreement.

2d ago
PoliticsIran8.0

Trump claims the U.S. supplied weapons to Iranian protesters earlier this year through Kurdish groups, alleging the Kurds kept the arms instead.

Trump claims in an interview with Fox News that the U.S. provided weapons to Iranian protesters earlier this year via Kurdish groups, but suggests the Kurds retained the arms.

2d ago
TradeIran7.0

Iran allows Iraqi ships to transit through the Strait of Hormuz, according to a report from the Financial Times.

Iran has permitted Iraqi vessels to transit through the Strait of Hormuz, according to the Financial Times.

2d ago
MilitaryJordan8.0

⚑ BREAKING: The Jordanian Army reports it intercepted 2 missiles and 2 drones launched from Iran targeting sites within Jordan over the last 24 hours.

The Jordanian Army reports that it intercepted two missiles and two drones launched from Iran that were targeting sites within Jordan over the past 24 hours.

2d ago
ConflictLebanon7.0

Hezbollah fired 165 rockets at UNIFIL posts in southern Lebanon, Israel's Foreign Ministry alleges.

Hezbollah fired 165 rockets at and around UNIFIL posts in southern Lebanon, with the source alleging deliberate targeting for political and propaganda purposes.

2d ago
ConflictBahrain7.0

Bahrain's King calls Iranian aggression 'sinful' and 'unjustified,' targeting civilians and infrastructure.

The King of Bahrain described the Iranian aggression against Bahrain and the region as sinful, unjustified, and targeting civilians and infrastructure.

2d ago
ConflictLebanon8.0

πŸ“‘ UPDATE: Israeli warplanes have conducted at least 7 airstrikes on the southern suburbs of Beirut following 4 hours of continuous flights over the city.

Israeli warplanes have conducted at least seven airstrikes on the southern suburbs of Beirut following four hours of continuous flights over the city, according to reports from the ground.

2d ago
DiplomacySyria7.0

⚑ BREAKING: Syrian authorities have launched an investigation into an assault on the UAE Embassy in Damascus and its security guards.

The Syrian Ministry of Interior announced it has launched an investigation and is pursuing individuals involved in an assault on the UAE Embassy in Damascus and its security personnel.

2d ago
DiplomacyIran8.0

⚑ BREAKING: Donald Trump warns Tehran that the Strait of Hormuz must remain open, stating that failure to do so will result in severe consequences.

Donald Trump stated on Tuesday that Tehran must open the Strait of Hormuz or face severe consequences.

2d ago
MilitaryIran8.0

πŸ“‘ UPDATE: Donald Trump reports the rescue of a downed airman in Iran, while Iranian officials claim the mission was foiled.

Donald Trump announced the rescue of a downed airman in Iran on Sunday, while Iranian officials claim the operation was unsuccessful.

2d ago
MilitaryIran9.0

πŸ“‘ UPDATE: U.S. forces have rescued the second crew member from the F-15E aircraft downed over Iran on Friday, according to U.S. officials.

U.S. military forces conducted a rescue operation Saturday night to recover the second crew member of an F-15E aircraft that was shot down over Iran on Friday, according to two U.S. officials.

2d ago
MilitaryIran8.0

⚑ BREAKING: Ahvaz Shahid Soleimani International Airport in Iran has been struck, according to local security officials. No casualties or injuries have been reported following the incident.

The Deputy of Security and Law Enforcement of Khuzestan Province announced that Ahvaz Shahid Soleimani International Airport was struck. Valiollah Hayati stated that no casualties or injuries have been reported.

2d ago
ConflictIraq8.0

⚑ BREAKING: Pro-Iran groups have launched attacks against U.S. diplomatic sites in Iraq, according to the U.S. embassy.

The U.S. embassy in Iraq reports that pro-Iran groups have launched attacks against U.S. diplomatic sites.

3d ago
MilitaryLebanon7.0

The Israel Foreign Ministry alleges that Hezbollah is embedding weapons caches, including rockets and assault rifles, within civilian homes in southern Lebanon.

The Israel Foreign Ministry claims that Hezbollah is storing weapons, including anti-tank missiles, rockets, and assault rifles, inside residential homes in southern Lebanon.

3d ago
ConflictLebanon7.0

πŸ“‘ UPDATE: Israeli forces have conducted a 7th airstrike targeting the southern suburbs of Beirut.

Israeli forces have conducted a seventh airstrike targeting the southern suburbs of Beirut.

3d ago
ConflictIsrael7.0

🚨 Air raid sirens are sounding in Safed and the Upper Galilee following rocket launches from Lebanon.

Air raid sirens were activated in the city of Safed and across the Upper Galilee region following rocket launches originating from Lebanon.

3d ago
EnergyIran8.0

πŸ“‘ UPDATE: An OPEC+ panel has expressed concern regarding attacks on energy infrastructure amid the ongoing conflict involving Iran, according to a draft statement.

An OPEC+ panel has expressed concern regarding attacks on energy infrastructure amid the ongoing conflict involving Iran, according to a draft statement.