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Israel Claims Killing Iranian Security Chief Ali Larijani in Air Strike

Israel claims to have killed Iran's top security official Ali Larijani and Basij commander Gholamreza Soleimani in air strikes, escalating the ongoing Middle East conflict with significant casualties and regional impacts.

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Israel Claims Killing Iran’s National Security Chief Ali Larijani in Airstrike

Israel claims to have killed Ali Larijani, Iran’s national security chief, in an airstrike, marking the highest-ranking Iranian death since Khamenei. The strike also reportedly killed Basij commander Gholamreza Soleimani amid ongoing US-Israeli conflict with Iran.

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US Allies and China Respond to Calls for Naval Presence in Strait of Hormuz

President Trump says US does not need allies in conflict with Iran despite earlier calls for help securing Strait of Hormuz. Key NATO members, China, South Korea, Japan, and the EU express cautious positions amid ongoing tensions.

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Israel Launches Limited Ground Operations Against Hezbollah in Southern Lebanon

Israel has launched limited ground operations against Hezbollah in southern Lebanon amid ongoing airstrikes and border clashes. The conflict has caused significant casualties and displacement, with international calls for ceasefire and humanitarian aid underway.

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Iran Accuses Gulf States of Secretly Encouraging Attacks Amid Rising Tensions

Iran’s foreign minister accuses Gulf states of secretly encouraging attacks amid escalating drone strikes and rising casualties. Tehran faces intense bombardments, while Iran tightens control over the Strait of Hormuz and international tensions deepen.

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Allies Cautious as Trump’s Iran Crisis Shows No Easy NATO Solution

US President Trump's Iran crisis exposes divisions among NATO allies, with no quick solution to secure the Strait of Hormuz amid escalating tensions and complex naval threats.

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Iran Targets UAE's Fujairah Port and Dubai Airport in Drone Attacks

Iran has launched drone attacks on the UAE's Fujairah port and Dubai airport, targeting key oil infrastructure and disrupting flights amid ongoing regional tensions.

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UK Collaborates with Allies on Plan to Reopen Strait of Hormuz

PM Sir Keir Starmer confirms UK is working with allies on a plan to reopen the Strait of Hormuz amid rising tensions and oil price surges. Discussions include diplomatic and military options, with £53m support announced for vulnerable households affected by heating oil costs.

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Doha's Souq Waqif Market Revives Two Weeks into Iran Conflict

Doha's Souq Waqif market, initially empty after the Iran conflict began, is regaining activity two weeks in. Regional impacts include fatalities across Gulf states, intercepted strikes on Qatar, and rising oil prices amid ongoing Middle East tensions.

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UK Explores All Options to Secure Strait of Hormuz Oil Route Amid Rising Tensions

The UK is exploring all options, including working with allies, to secure the vital Strait of Hormuz amid rising tensions and disruptions caused by Iran's blockade.

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Travelers Warned of Airline Scam Accounts Amid Iran War Flight Disruptions

Travelers are warned of scam airline social media accounts exploiting flight disruptions caused by the Iran war. Fraudsters impersonate airlines like Qatar Airways, Etihad, and Emirates to steal personal and financial information.

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US Identifies Six Crew Members Killed in Iraq KC-135 Refuelling Plane Crash

The US military has named six crew members killed in a KC-135 refuelling plane crash in Iraq amid ongoing operations against Iran. The incident may have involved a midair collision, with investigations continuing.

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