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Iran has struck back amid the widening Israel-Iran war, launching missile attacks that hit Israeli territory and wounded civilians in the city of Beersheba. Footage shows an Iranian missile impacting a neighbourhood, and Israeli emergency services report up to 19 people sustained light injuries as rescue teams responded to the scene.

Israel has issued an evacuation order for Lebanon following warnings to Hezbollah leadership amid rising regional tensions. The advisory comes after a series of Israeli strikes targeting Hezbollah infrastructure in Beirut and southern Lebanon, signaling preparation for potential escalations. Officials urge civilians to relocate from high-risk areas as military analysts warn of a growing standoff along the Israel-Lebanon border. The move comes amid a wider conflict involving Iran, the United States, and Israel, with recent missile strikes across the Gulf raising the stakes for Lebanon and the broader Middle East.

Following a major Israeli-US military strike on Iran’s territory, including Tehran, Iran has launched missile counterattacks toward Israel, with explosions reported in northern Israel as air defences engage incoming threats. The retaliatory barrage marks a dangerous escalation in Middle Eastern hostilities, triggering alarms, civilian alerts and rising fears of broader conflict.

Fire and heavy smoke were seen rising around the U.S. Embassy compound in Kuwait City, sparking urgent security concerns. Eyewitness footage shows thick plumes of smoke near the diplomatic zone as authorities respond to the unfolding situation.

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A U.S.-flagged oil tanker was struck near Bahrain in a deadly maritime attack that killed one shipyard worker, according to initial reports. The incident marks a serious escalation in Gulf waters, a region already on edge amid widening military confrontation across West Asia. Bahrain, home to the U.S. Navy’s Fifth Fleet, is a critical hub for global energy transit and maritime operations. Security officials are investigating the cause of the strike, with early indications pointing to a hostile attack targeting commercial shipping.

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#Gravitas In a rare and major shift in its military strategy, the United States has deployed low-cost kamikaze drones modeled on Iran’s Shahed-136 to strike targets in Tehran. The development marks the first known instance of Washington using suicide attack drones of this type in direct combat operations against Iran. The Shahed-136, widely used by Iranian forces and allied groups in regional conflicts, is known for its long-range, loitering strike capability and relatively low production cost. Analysts say the U.S. adaptation signals a tactical pivot toward cost-effective, swarm-capable unmanned systems designed to overwhelm air defenses and conduct precision strikes.

Crude oil prices surged 10% to around $80 per barrel following escalating U.S.–Israel strikes on Iran and warnings from Middle East leaders that prices could exceed $100 per barrel. Experts cite the closure of the Strait of Hormuz — a critical chokepoint for over 20% of global oil shipments — as the key driver behind the spike. Futures trading remained closed over the weekend, but analysts from ICIS and Rystad Energy predict that sustained disruption could push prices as high as $100–$92 per barrel once markets reopen. OPEC has agreed to a modest output increase of 206,000 barrels per day from April, but experts say this will barely offset supply losses.

Iran has intensified its counterattacks on Israel and allied interests across West Asia, marking a sharp escalation in the widening regional conflict. Tehran’s retaliatory moves come after large-scale US-Israel strikes on Iranian military and leadership targets, triggering missile and drone exchanges across multiple fronts.

Pakistan Army Chief Asim Munir finds himself navigating a deepening crisis as tensions flare along the Afghanistan border while anti-American sentiment surges at home. Even as the United States signals support for Islamabad in its confrontation with Afghanistan’s Taliban-led government, anger on Pakistani streets has intensified following the killing of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. Protests have erupted in several cities, with demonstrators criticizing Pakistan’s perceived proximity to U.S. President Donald Trump. The backlash reflects growing public unease over Islamabad’s strategic balancing act — managing border security challenges with Afghanistan while containing domestic political fallout tied to global Middle East tensions.

Iran’s missile and drone campaign continues to ripple across West Asia, with attacks striking multiple Gulf Arab states and drawing condemnation from governments and the U.S. A joint statement from Washington and six Arab nations — including Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait, and Jordan — blasted Tehran’s strikes as “reckless” and a threat to regional stability.

Following a major Israeli-US military strike on Iran’s territory, including Tehran, Iran has launched missile counterattacks toward Israel, with explosions reported in northern Israel as air defences engage incoming threats. The retaliatory barrage marks a dangerous escalation in Middle Eastern hostilities, triggering alarms, civilian alerts and rising fears of broader conflict.

U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth vowed that the United States “will not tolerate powerful missiles targeting the American people,” saying missiles used by Iran or its proxies will be destroyed and Iranian missile production targeted as part of the broader response to the ongoing US‑Israel attacks on Iran.

A U.S.-flagged oil tanker was struck near Bahrain in a deadly maritime attack that killed one shipyard worker, according to initial reports. The incident marks a serious escalation in Gulf waters, a region already on edge amid widening military confrontation across West Asia. Bahrain, home to the U.S. Navy’s Fifth Fleet, is a critical hub for global energy transit and maritime operations. Security officials are investigating the cause of the strike, with early indications pointing to a hostile attack targeting commercial shipping.

The United States has officially confirmed that multiple F‑15 warplanes crashed during active operations in the escalating conflict with Iran. The Pentagon’s first acknowledgment follows earlier unverified reports from regional sources. The incident underscores the risks faced by aircraft in contested airspace, with potential casualties and operational impacts still under investigation. Analysts say such losses could affect air campaign strategies and reflect the increasing intensity of the US–Israel–Iran conflict.

Iran has released new footage showing an underground tunnel lined with Shahed-136 kamikaze drones—apparently part of its deep arsenal and drone infrastructure—as tensions with Israel escalate into a broader regional war.

Following a major Israeli-US military strike on Iran’s territory, including Tehran, Iran has launched missile counterattacks toward Israel, with explosions reported in northern Israel as air defences engage incoming threats. The retaliatory barrage marks a dangerous escalation in Middle Eastern hostilities, triggering alarms, civilian alerts and rising fears of broader conflict.

Iran has claimed that it deployed its advanced “Fattah-2” hypersonic missile during ongoing strikes against Israel and US-linked targets, signalling a major escalation in its retaliatory campaign across the region. Iranian military statements say the weapon was used as part of intensified counterattacks following large-scale US-Israel airstrikes, with Tehran framing the launch as a show of strategic deterrence and technological strength.