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Smoke was seen rising near Dubai’s iconic Palm Jumeirah after explosions were reported in the area amid escalating tensions following US and Israeli strikes on Iran. Authorities confirmed that an incident triggered a fire in a building on the luxury island, with emergency teams quickly deployed and the blaze later brought under control.

Breaking: Amid the escalating Iran–Israel war and broader Middle East clashes after U.S.‑Israeli strikes on Iran, Iranian missiles were launched across the Gulf. Videos and eyewitnesses show explosions and smoke near Palm Jumeirah in Dubai, where debris from intercepted missiles fell close to the luxury Fairmont The Palm hotel, sparking a fire and injuring civilians. UAE authorities confirm an incident in the area as air defenses engaged incoming threats, though it’s unclear whether a missile directly struck the hotel or debris caused the blaze.

The United States and Israel have launched coordinated military strikes against targets inside Iran, marking a major escalation in the ongoing conflict over Iran’s nuclear and missile programs. The Pentagon has dubbed the campaign “Operation Epic Fury,” with U.S. forces firing Tomahawk cruise missiles and deploying advanced stealth jets alongside Israeli aircraft to hit key military and strategic sites inside Iran.

Amid the escalating Israel‑Iran war, an airstrike reportedly hit a girls’ school in Minab in southern Iran’s Hormozgan province, resulting in numerous casualties and injuries among pupils, according to Iranian state media. The attack comes during a broader wave of US‑Israeli strikes on Iranian territory, which have prompted Iranian retaliation and global alarm. Figures from Iranian officials indicate dozens of schoolgirls were killed and many more injured, though independent verification remains limited.

Playing at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium in Pallekele, Pakistan, needed a final over win to take home the two points. However, despite their narrow win, it was not enough for them to book a place in the semis with net run rate seeing the Kiwis through.

Breaking: In an exclusive interview with NBC News, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi confirmed that Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and all high‑ranking Iranian officials are alive despite coordinated military strikes by the United States and Israel on Iranian territory.

The US–Israel strikes and Iranian counterstrikes triggered fears of the conflict spiralling into a regional war as several countries in West Asia came under attack.

The UAE Ministry of Defence issued a statement saying that its air defence systems dealt with the missiles. It said that all necessary measures are being taken to firmly confront any attempts to undermine the country’s security and stability. It slammed the attacks as a dangerous escalation.

Playing against Sri Lanka in the final Super 8 match of Group 2, Sahibzada Farhan scored his latest hundred to go past Virat Kohli for most runs in a single edition of the T20 World Cup.

US President Donald Trump has announced that the United States has begun “major combat operations” in Iran alongside coordinated strikes with Israel, marking a dramatic escalation in the long‑running Israel‑Iran conflict. Trump said the action, named Operation Epic Fury, is aimed at destroying Iran’s missile and naval capabilities and eliminating what he described as imminent threats from the Iranian regime.

According to analysts like Yusel Jalali, Iranian media is working to project an image of resilience and strength as Tehran faces intense military pressure from coordinated US and Israeli strikes on Iranian territory. State and affiliated outlets are emphasizing narratives of resolve, national unity, and endurance even as sanctions, airstrikes, and public anxiety mount amid the broader Israel‑Iran war.

The Israel Air Force (IAF) says its latest assault on Iranian targets will help secure greater “freedom of action” in the ongoing conflict. Israeli military officials stated that strikes on key air defence systems and strategic infrastructure are aimed at reducing threats and expanding operational flexibility in Iranian airspace.

The Learjet 45 aircraft, operated by VSR Ventures, was flying from Mumbai to Baramati when it crashed while attempting to land at the airfield, killing all five people on board, including NCP Chief Ajit Pawar.

Playing at the KSCA Hubli Cricket Ground in Hubli, J&K won their maiden title after 67 years of hiatus, writing one of the biggest underdog chapters in Indian cricket history.

The United States and Israel have launched a coordinated military offensive against Iran, marking a significant escalation in regional tensions. Reports indicate precision air and missile strikes targeting strategic and military infrastructure amid growing concerns over Iran’s nuclear and ballistic missile programs.

The United States and Israel have launched coordinated military strikes against targets inside Iran, marking a major escalation in the ongoing conflict over Iran’s nuclear and missile programs. The Pentagon has dubbed the campaign “Operation Epic Fury,” with U.S. forces firing Tomahawk cruise missiles and deploying advanced stealth jets alongside Israeli aircraft to hit key military and strategic sites inside Iran

Despite launching a massive, synchronized assault on Iranian soil, the United States and Israel are notably not operating under a single, unified military banner. Instead, Washington is executing "Operation Epic Fury" while Tel Aviv directs "Operation Lion's Roar."

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'As far as I know, Khamenei is still alive': Iran's FM Abbas Araghchi BIG STATEMENT after US attack Tehran