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The Middle East conflict continues to widen as Israel and Hezbollah exchange fire, escalating tensions beyond the Iran front. Israeli forces struck Hezbollah targets in Lebanon after the militant group fired rockets toward Israeli territory, deepening the regional confrontation. Meanwhile, air-raid sirens have sounded across major Israeli cities, including Tel Aviv and Jerusalem, as Iran reportedly launches missile strikes toward Israel following U.S-Israeli attacks on Tehran.

Israel has announced plans to intensify its military strikes on Lebanon amid escalating regional tensions. Lebanese Prime Minister condemns the attacks as “irresponsible,” urging restraint and diplomatic solutions. The situation raises concerns over civilian safety, regional stability, and the potential for further escalation in the Middle East conflict.

India’s five-wicket victory over the West Indies secured them a place in the semi-finals. They will now face England at the Wankhede Stadium on Thursday.

At the invitation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Carney is on an official visit to India from 27 February to 2 March.

The Actor Awards, formerly known as the SAG Awards, was a star-studded event where several stars struck poses on the red carpet in their best sartorial choices. While some impressed, others made us say "wow", and a few failed to impress. Scroll to check.

The UK’s RAF Akrotiri base in Cyprus was reportedly hit by a suspected drone strike following Prime Minister Starmer’s approval for U.S. forces to use British bases in the Middle East. The Ministry of Defence confirmed it is responding to the incident amid heightened regional tensions and escalating conflict.

A mass shooting in downtown Austin, Texas, left three people dead, including the suspected gunman, and at least 14 others injured early Sunday morning in the city’s Sixth Street entertainment district. Authorities say the shooter was killed by police on the scene. The FBI is probing the incident as a possible act of terrorism, citing indicators including the suspect’s attire and symbols found at the scene following recent U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran. Security has been heightened in cities across the United States amid concerns of retaliatory attacks.

Reza Pahlavi declares that Iran's nuclear weapons program should be "totally dismantled." Explore Pahlavi’s vision for a post-regime Iran, peace with Israel, and the transition to a secular democracy.

IDF accused Iran of firing cluster munitions at a densely populated area in Israel to maximise civilian harm, calling it a war crime. Cluster bombs release multiple submunitions over wide areas, often leaving unexploded ‘duds’ that pose long-term risks to civilians. Know more about it.

The affected athletes were Jess McClain (leader), Ednah Kurgat and Emma Hurley (2nd and 3rd place). McClain was only two miles away from the finish line when the chaos occured. She eventually finished ninth, missing out $20,000 prize money as well.

Rajpal Yadav has recently reacted strongly to Priyadarshan’s remark about his “poor education," amid the ongoing legal battle in the cheque-bounce case. Read the details inside.

Explosions were heard in Abu Dhabi amid escalating conflict after US and Israeli strikes on Iran, as Iranian missiles and drones targeted Gulf cities and military bases. Residents reported loud blasts and airspace closures as regional tensions surged, raising concerns about wider instability and impacts on security across the Middle East.

Afghanistan’s government claims its air force carried out precise strikes on key Pakistani installations, including the Nur Khan airbase in Rawalpindi. Islamabad, however, says it has eliminated over 400 Afghan operatives amid escalating cross-border tensions. The sharp exchange marks a dangerous new phase in Afghanistan-Pakistan hostilities.

A Polymarket user placed several bets on the situation in Iran in the past 30 days and made more than $500,000. On Saturday, when Israel attacked Iran, he scooped up his biggest profit yet, triggering fears of insider trading.

Donald Trump said he has a shortlist of three leaders for Iran amid the ongoing US-Israel offensive. As Iran reels from Khamenei’s death, names of potential successors have emerged, while Tehran vows revenge and regime uncertainty deepens.

Iran launched fresh attacks targeting Gulf nations, with explosions reported in Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Doha amid escalating tensions with the United States and Israel. The US Embassy in Kuwait issued urgent warnings of missile and UAV threats, advising citizens to shelter in place.

A senior Iranian official, Ali Larijani, has rejected reports suggesting Tehran is pursuing renewed negotiations with the United States. Responding to media claims, Larijani stated that Iran is “not negotiating” with Washington over its nuclear programme. The denial comes amid heightened regional tensions and ongoing military escalation.

The Middle East conflict continues to widen as Israel and Hezbollah exchange fire, escalating tensions beyond the Iran front. Israeli forces struck Hezbollah targets in Lebanon after the militant group fired rockets toward Israeli territory, deepening the regional confrontation. Meanwhile, air-raid sirens have sounded across major Israeli cities, including Tel Aviv and Jerusalem, as Iran reportedly launches missile strikes toward Israel following U.S-Israeli attacks on Tehran.

Thousands of men and women took to the streets and marched peacefully toward Srinagar’s iconic Lal Chowk on Sunday, protesting against the killing of Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.