US President Donald Trump on Sunday (Feb 2) shared a video of the first American airstrike on Islamic State targets in an African nation during his second term.&nbsp;
A day after announcing that he had ordered &lsquo;precision Military air strikes on the Senior ISIS Attack Planner and other terrorists he recruited and led in Somalia&rsquo;, Trump shared the unverified footage on his Truth Social platform.
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This comes after the United States military on Saturday (Feb 1) conducted air strikes on Islamic State group targets in Somalia.
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Trump on Truth Social had posted, &ldquo;This morning I ordered precision Military air strikes on the Senior ISIS Attack Planner and other terrorists he recruited and led in Somalia. These killers, who we found hiding in caves, threatened the United States and our Allies. The strikes destroyed the caves they live in, and killed many terrorists without, in any way, harming civilians. Our Military has targeted this ISIS Attack Planner for years, but Biden and his cronies wouldn&rsquo;t act quickly enough to get the job done. I did! The message to ISIS and all others who would attack Americans is that &ldquo;WE WILL FIND YOU, AND WE WILL KILL YOU!&rdquo;
Trump, however, did not share the identity of the ISIS planner, nor did he confirm whether that person was killed in the strike.
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<h2 dir="ltr">Strikes carried out in northern region of Somalia</h2>
The strikes were carried out in a northern region of Somalia, where the Puntland Security Forces (PSF) have been carrying out operations against ISIL since December. The armed group is said to have established a presence in the Golis Mountains.
&ldquo;Recent air strikes have led to the neutralisation of key figures within ISIS, marking a significant advancement as we progress into the second phase of our operation,&rdquo; the regional government said on Sunday.
(With inputs from agencies)

World: Explore President Trump's announcement of the first US airstrike on ISIS targets in Africa during his second term, marking a significant military engagement.

US President Donald Trump on Sunday (Feb 2) shared a video of the first American airstrike on Islamic State targets in an African nation during his second term. A day after announcing that he had ordered ‘precision Military air strikes on the Senior ISIS Attack Planner and other terrorists he recruited and led in Somalia’, Trump shared the unverified footage on his Truth Social platform. Also read | 'WILL FIND AND KILL YOU': Trump's stern warning as US conducts air strikes on IS targets in Somalia Trump's stern warning This comes after the United States military on Saturday (Feb 1) conducted air strikes on Islamic State group targets in Somalia. Trump on Truth Social had posted, “This morning I ordered precision Military air strikes on the Senior ISIS Attack Planner and other terrorists he recruited and led in Somalia. These killers, who we found hiding in caves, threatened the United States and our Allies. The strikes destroyed the caves they live in, and killed many terrorists without, in any way, harming civilians. Our Military has targeted this ISIS Attack Planner for years, but Biden and his cronies wouldn’t act quickly enough to get the job done. I did! The message to ISIS and all others who would attack Americans is that “WE WILL FIND YOU, AND WE WILL KILL YOU!” Trump, however, did not share the identity of the ISIS planner, nor did he confirm whether that person was killed in the strike. Also read | UK to become first country to ban AI tools creating child sexual abuse images. What all does it include? Strikes carried out in northern region of Somalia The strikes were carried out in a northern region of Somalia, where the Puntland Security Forces (PSF) have been carrying out operations against ISIL since December. The armed group is said to have established a presence in the Golis Mountains. “Recent air strikes have led to the neutralisation of key figures within ISIS, marking a significant advancement as we progress into the second phase of our operation,” the regional government said on Sunday. (With inputs from agencies)

Trump releases video of US airstrike on IS targets in Somalia

The U.S. military has conducted an airstrike against Islamic State operatives in Somalia. This marks the first attack by the U.S. during President Donald Trump's second term.

US launches airstrikes against ISIS targets in Somalia

Trump launches airstrikes on ISIS in Somalia

At least 16 civilians were killed in a military air raid in the Northwestern Nigerian state of Zamfara. According to residents, the pilot mistook local self-defense forces for criminal gangs. Nigeria's Air Force says it is investigating reports of civilian casualties. The incident is the second deadly accidental airstrike targeting civilians since the December 25th bombing of two villages in a raid targeting jihadists in neighboring Sokoto state. Watch in for more details!

Nigeria: At least 16 killed in airstrike

On Tuesday (December 24) night, Pakistani fighter jets carried out airstrikes on four locations in Afghanistan&rsquo;s eastern Paktika province, targeting camps linked to the banned group, Tehreek-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP). According to security officials, several suspected militants were killed or injured in the operation. The Afghan defence ministry, in a post on X (formerly Twitter), confirmed that Pakistani forces had carried out the airstrikes. However, the Afghan Taliban claimed that the attack also caused casualties among civilians, including children.&nbsp;
Sources revealed that the airstrikes targeted TTP camps in the Murgha and Laman areas of Bernal district. One of the camps was reportedly used by key figures, including Sher Zaman, also known as Mukhlis Yar, Commander Abu Hamza, Commander Akhtar Muhammad and the head of TTP&rsquo;s media wing, Umar Media.&nbsp;
This was reportedly the second time since March that Pakistan had carried out an attack targeting what it claims are hideouts of the Pakistani Taliban, Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP), in areas along the Afghan border. Pakistan often accuses the TTP of using Afghan territory as a base to plan and launch attacks on its soil. However, Afghanistan&rsquo;s government has denied these allegations.&nbsp;
The airstrikes happened on the same day that a Pakistani delegation, led by Special Representative Ambassador Muhammad Sadiq, visited Kabul. They met interim Interior Minister Sirajuddin Haqqani and Foreign Minister Amir Muttaqi to restart diplomatic talks after a year-long break.&nbsp;
Pakistan has faced a rise in violence since the Pakistani Taliban (TTP), an ally of the Afghan Taliban, ended its ceasefire with the government in November 2022. In 2023 alone, over 700 attacks claimed nearly 1,000 lives.&nbsp;
The Pakistani government blames the Afghan Taliban for giving shelter to the TTP. Over the years, Pakistan has tried different ways to control the TTP, such as holding talks, building a border fence with Afghanistan and urging the Afghan government to stop supporting the group. In October 2023, Pakistan expelled over 500,000 Afghan refugees and, in July 2024, a second phase began to expel another 800,000.&nbsp;
Pakistan has little control over the violence in its border areas with Afghanistan. It can no longer use its past support for the Taliban during the US war to stop the TTP. Pakistan is, thus, stuck in a problem it created itself. The Taliban leaders it supported during the 20-year war in Afghanistan are now protecting militant groups that attack Pakistan.&nbsp;
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<h2>Cause of Conflict Between Former Allies&nbsp;</h2>
Pakistan and Afghanistan have had a troubled relationship in recent years, but the main issues&mdash;disputes over the border and violence across it&mdash;have been problems for a long time. Since Pakistan became independent, no Afghan government, including the current Taliban leadership, has accepted the official border, says Michael Kugelman, director of the South Asia Institute at the Wilson Center. Both countries have also accused each other for years of hiding militants who launch attacks across the border, according to TIME.com.&nbsp;
The Durand Line, a border drawn during colonial times, spans over 1,640 miles (2,640 km) and officially separates Pakistan from Afghanistan. However, Afghanistan has never accepted this border and the Taliban have taken an even tougher stance on the issue. This has led to several clashes between Taliban fighters and Pakistani soldiers working on border fencing, often causing the closure of key border crossings.&nbsp;
Border tensions have worsened because the Taliban have taken a more forceful stand on the issue, says Kugelman. The border runs through tribal areas mostly populated by Pashtuns, the largest ethnic group living on both sides. Pakistan has promised to finish building a barbed-wire fence along the internationally accepted border, but the Taliban argue that it divides families.&nbsp;
Now that the war in Afghanistan is over, the Taliban no longer rely on Pakistan for safe havens or wartime help. Instead, it is focussing on gaining more support within Afghanistan, where many people have always been suspicious of Pakistan&rsquo;s government. According to Kugelman, by criticizing Pakistan, the Taliban hope to win some favour from among the Afghan people.&nbsp;
<h2>Pressure From China Cause of Operation?&nbsp;</h2>
Officials from Pakistan told BBC that the country&rsquo;s new military operation is being carried out because of pressure from China. Many Chinese workers are involved in the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) projects under the &lsquo;Belt and Road&rsquo; initiative. In March, a suicide bomber, who Pakistan claimed was an Afghan citizen, attacked their convoy in northwest Pakistan, killing five Chinese engineers.&nbsp;
China has a lot of influence over the Taliban because it can invest in Afghanistan, which is struggling under sanctions. Kugelman explains that, if China uses the promise of investment to persuade the Taliban to reduce militant activities both inside Afghanistan and across the border in Pakistan, it would benefit both China and Pakistan.&nbsp;
<h2>Pakistan&rsquo;s Ongoing Battle for Stability&nbsp;</h2>
The TTP was formed in 2007 as a group that brought together several hardline Sunni Islamist factions operating in Pakistan. This happened after Pakistan&rsquo;s military launched operations against al-Qaeda-linked militants in the Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA).&nbsp;
Before merging with Khyber Pakhtunkhwa in 2018, FATA covered 27,220 square kilometres along Pakistan&rsquo;s border with Afghanistan. The region was home to about 5 million people, mostly Pashtun tribes. It spanned a long, narrow strip with varying widths and included seven tribal agencies and six frontier regions. The region operated under a separate administrative system governed by colonial-era laws called the Frontier Crimes Regulation (FCR), which gave significant authority to tribal elders while limiting the role of Pakistan&rsquo;s central government.&nbsp;
Known for its rugged terrain, tribal traditions and strategic location, FATA was historically challenging to govern due to its remote geography and the independence of its tribal communities. Following the US-led invasion of Afghanistan in 2001, the region became a hub for such militant groups as the Taliban and al-Qaeda. In 2018, FATA was merged with Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP), a province in Pakistan, to integrate it into the country&rsquo;s mainstream legal and administrative system. This merger aimed to improve governance, boost development and strengthen security in the region.&nbsp;
The TTP was formed under the leadership of Baitullah Mehsud, who is no longer alive. The group is based along the Pak-Afghan border. It is estimated that the TTP has a membership of around 30,000 to 35,000 fighters. While the TTP operates in regions populated by Pashtuns, it does not represent the Pashtun people as a whole. In fact, many Pashtuns oppose the TTP and have been victims of their violence.&nbsp;
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The United Nations states that the main goal of the TTP is to overthrow Pakistan&rsquo;s elected government and replace it with an emirate&mdash;a government led by a religious leader or ruler under Islamic law&mdash;based on their strict interpretation of Islamic principles. The TTP has tried to weaken Pakistan by targeting the army and assassinating politicians. They have carried out many attacks, including suicide bombings, which have killed hundreds of soldiers, police officers and civilians.&nbsp;
The group has carried out some of the deadliest attacks in Pakistan, targeting such places as churches and schools. They were also behind the 2012 attack on Malala Yousafzai, who was shot for speaking out against their attempts to stop women from getting educated. Despite the attack, Malala survived and continued her campaign for education rights.&nbsp;
After the Afghan Taliban took control of Afghanistan in 2021, it gave new confidence to the TTP, whose leaders and fighters are hiding in Afghanistan. Since November 2022, when the TTP broke a ceasefire with the Pakistani government, attacks on Pakistani soldiers and police have increased. The ceasefire had been agreed upon during talks hosted by Afghanistan&rsquo;s government in Kabul, but the discussions failed. In recent months, the TTP has carried out numerous attacks in Pakistan, killing and injuring many soldiers.&nbsp;
<h2>Roots of Conflict &amp; Strategic Advantage&nbsp;</h2>
The main demand of the TTP is to undo the merger of FATA with the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) province. This issue has remained a key focus for the group and they continue to push for it for several reasons. Although the TTP is not a single, unified group, its most influential faction has been the Mehsud group, mainly made up of Pashtuns, an ethnic community largely found in the FATA and KP regions of Pakistan.&nbsp;
The TTP uses the FATA regions to strengthen its operations and recruit new members because many local and migrant Pashtuns live in these areas. The TTP takes advantage of their unique political problems and dissatisfaction to gain support. Second, the FATA region gives the TTP a strategic advantage because of its location near the Afghan border. This allows the group to carry out cross-border operations and use Afghanistan as a safe hiding place. They also work with other militant groups, such as the Haqqani Network, taking advantage of shared ethnic and militant ties.&nbsp;

Pakistan has faced a rise in violence since the Pakistani Taliban (TTP), an ally of the Afghan Taliban, ended its ceasefire with the government in November 2022. In 2023 alone, over 700 attacks claimed nearly 1,000 lives.

On Tuesday (December 24) night, Pakistani fighter jets carried out airstrikes on four locations in Afghanistan’s eastern Paktika province, targeting camps linked to the banned group, Tehreek-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP). According to security officials, several suspected militants were killed or injured in the operation. The Afghan defence ministry, in a post on X (formerly Twitter), confirmed that Pakistani forces had carried out the airstrikes. However, the Afghan Taliban claimed that the attack also caused casualties among civilians, including children. Sources revealed that the airstrikes targeted TTP camps in the Murgha and Laman areas of Bernal district. One of the camps was reportedly used by key figures, including Sher Zaman, also known as Mukhlis Yar, Commander Abu Hamza, Commander Akhtar Muhammad and the head of TTP’s media wing, Umar Media. This was reportedly the second time since March that Pakistan had carried out an attack targeting what it claims are hideouts of the Pakistani Taliban, Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP), in areas along the Afghan border. Pakistan often accuses the TTP of using Afghan territory as a base to plan and launch attacks on its soil. However, Afghanistan’s government has denied these allegations. The airstrikes happened on the same day that a Pakistani delegation, led by Special Representative Ambassador Muhammad Sadiq, visited Kabul. They met interim Interior Minister Sirajuddin Haqqani and Foreign Minister Amir Muttaqi to restart diplomatic talks after a year-long break. Pakistan has faced a rise in violence since the Pakistani Taliban (TTP), an ally of the Afghan Taliban, ended its ceasefire with the government in November 2022. In 2023 alone, over 700 attacks claimed nearly 1,000 lives. The Pakistani government blames the Afghan Taliban for giving shelter to the TTP. Over the years, Pakistan has tried different ways to control the TTP, such as holding talks, building a border fence with Afghanistan and urging the Afghan government to stop supporting the group. In October 2023, Pakistan expelled over 500,000 Afghan refugees and, in July 2024, a second phase began to expel another 800,000. Pakistan has little control over the violence in its border areas with Afghanistan. It can no longer use its past support for the Taliban during the US war to stop the TTP. Pakistan is, thus, stuck in a problem it created itself. The Taliban leaders it supported during the 20-year war in Afghanistan are now protecting militant groups that attack Pakistan. Also read | Pakistan launches overnight airstrike on Afghanistan, targets Taliban hideouts Cause of Conflict Between Former Allies Pakistan and Afghanistan have had a troubled relationship in recent years, but the main issues—disputes over the border and violence across it—have been problems for a long time. Since Pakistan became independent, no Afghan government, including the current Taliban leadership, has accepted the official border, says Michael Kugelman, director of the South Asia Institute at the Wilson Center. Both countries have also accused each other for years of hiding militants who launch attacks across the border, according to TIME.com. The Durand Line, a border drawn during colonial times, spans over 1,640 miles (2,640 km) and officially separates Pakistan from Afghanistan. However, Afghanistan has never accepted this border and the Taliban have taken an even tougher stance on the issue. This has led to several clashes between Taliban fighters and Pakistani soldiers working on border fencing, often causing the closure of key border crossings. Border tensions have worsened because the Taliban have taken a more forceful stand on the issue, says Kugelman. The border runs through tribal areas mostly populated by Pashtuns, the largest ethnic group living on both sides. Pakistan has promised to finish building a barbed-wire fence along the internationally accepted border, but the Taliban argue that it divides families. Now that the war in Afghanistan is over, the Taliban no longer rely on Pakistan for safe havens or wartime help. Instead, it is focussing on gaining more support within Afghanistan, where many people have always been suspicious of Pakistan’s government. According to Kugelman, by criticizing Pakistan, the Taliban hope to win some favour from among the Afghan people. Pressure From China Cause of Operation? Officials from Pakistan told BBC that the country’s new military operation is being carried out because of pressure from China. Many Chinese workers are involved in the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) projects under the ‘Belt and Road’ initiative. In March, a suicide bomber, who Pakistan claimed was an Afghan citizen, attacked their convoy in northwest Pakistan, killing five Chinese engineers. China has a lot of influence over the Taliban because it can invest in Afghanistan, which is struggling under sanctions. Kugelman explains that, if China uses the promise of investment to persuade the Taliban to reduce militant activities both inside Afghanistan and across the border in Pakistan, it would benefit both China and Pakistan. Pakistan’s Ongoing Battle for Stability The TTP was formed in 2007 as a group that brought together several hardline Sunni Islamist factions operating in Pakistan. This happened after Pakistan’s military launched operations against al-Qaeda-linked militants in the Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA). Before merging with Khyber Pakhtunkhwa in 2018, FATA covered 27,220 square kilometres along Pakistan’s border with Afghanistan. The region was home to about 5 million people, mostly Pashtun tribes. It spanned a long, narrow strip with varying widths and included seven tribal agencies and six frontier regions. The region operated under a separate administrative system governed by colonial-era laws called the Frontier Crimes Regulation (FCR), which gave significant authority to tribal elders while limiting the role of Pakistan’s central government. Known for its rugged terrain, tribal traditions and strategic location, FATA was historically challenging to govern due to its remote geography and the independence of its tribal communities. Following the US-led invasion of Afghanistan in 2001, the region became a hub for such militant groups as the Taliban and al-Qaeda. In 2018, FATA was merged with Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP), a province in Pakistan, to integrate it into the country’s mainstream legal and administrative system. This merger aimed to improve governance, boost development and strengthen security in the region. The TTP was formed under the leadership of Baitullah Mehsud, who is no longer alive. The group is based along the Pak-Afghan border. It is estimated that the TTP has a membership of around 30,000 to 35,000 fighters. While the TTP operates in regions populated by Pashtuns, it does not represent the Pashtun people as a whole. In fact, many Pashtuns oppose the TTP and have been victims of their violence. Also read | Afghanistan: Taliban government spokesperson claims 46 killed in Pakistan's overnight strike The United Nations states that the main goal of the TTP is to overthrow Pakistan’s elected government and replace it with an emirate—a government led by a religious leader or ruler under Islamic law—based on their strict interpretation of Islamic principles. The TTP has tried to weaken Pakistan by targeting the army and assassinating politicians. They have carried out many attacks, including suicide bombings, which have killed hundreds of soldiers, police officers and civilians. The group has carried out some of the deadliest attacks in Pakistan, targeting such places as churches and schools. They were also behind the 2012 attack on Malala Yousafzai, who was shot for speaking out against their attempts to stop women from getting educated. Despite the attack, Malala survived and continued her campaign for education rights. After the Afghan Taliban took control of Afghanistan in 2021, it gave new confidence to the TTP, whose leaders and fighters are hiding in Afghanistan. Since November 2022, when the TTP broke a ceasefire with the Pakistani government, attacks on Pakistani soldiers and police have increased. The ceasefire had been agreed upon during talks hosted by Afghanistan’s government in Kabul, but the discussions failed. In recent months, the TTP has carried out numerous attacks in Pakistan, killing and injuring many soldiers. Roots of Conflict & Strategic Advantage The main demand of the TTP is to undo the merger of FATA with the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) province. This issue has remained a key focus for the group and they continue to push for it for several reasons. Although the TTP is not a single, unified group, its most influential faction has been the Mehsud group, mainly made up of Pashtuns, an ethnic community largely found in the FATA and KP regions of Pakistan. The TTP uses the FATA regions to strengthen its operations and recruit new members because many local and migrant Pashtuns live in these areas. The TTP takes advantage of their unique political problems and dissatisfaction to gain support. Second, the FATA region gives the TTP a strategic advantage because of its location near the Afghan border. This allows the group to carry out cross-border operations and use Afghanistan as a safe hiding place. They also work with other militant groups, such as the Haqqani Network, taking advantage of shared ethnic and militant ties.

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The Israeli military announced on Monday (Nov 4) that it has 'eliminated' Abu Ali Rida, a Hezbollah commander, in an airstrike in southern Lebanon as the Israeli Air Force intensifies its attacks.

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) posted on X, "The IAF struck and eliminated Abu Ali Rida, the Hezbollah commander of the Baraachit area in southern Lebanon. Abu Ali Rida was responsible for planning and executing rocket and anti-tank missile attacks on IDF troops and oversaw the terrorist activities of Hezbollah operatives in the area."

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<h2>Who was Abu Ali Rida?</h2>

According to the Israeli military, Abu Ali Rida was the main person behind the planning and execution of rocket and anti-tank missile attacks on IDF troops. He also led Hezbollah operations in the Baraachit area of southern Lebanon.

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The IDF further reported that Ahmed Al-Dalu, a member of the Islamic Jihad's Military Intelligence Unit in Gaza, was also killed. Al-Dalu took part in the October 7 attack on the Israeli community of Kfar Aza and was involved in planning attacks against Israeli citizens.

<h2>Background of the conflict</h2>

 
This conflict has escalated after nearly a year of rising tensions. Hezbollah has fired rockets into northern Israel, supporting Hamas. The current fighting began after a surprise attack on Israel on October 7 last year. 
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Since late September, Israeli forces have increased airstrikes on Hezbollah targets, resulting in the deaths of several key figures, including the former chief, Hassan Nasrallah. The military campaign shows the growing tensions between Israel and Hezbollah in the region.

(With inputs from agencies) 
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The Israeli military announced on Monday (Nov 4) that it has 'eliminated' Abu Ali Rida, a Hezbollah commander, in an airstrike in southern Lebanon as the Israeli Air Force intensifies its attacks.

The Israeli military announced on Monday (Nov 4) that it has 'eliminated' Abu Ali Rida, a Hezbollah commander, in an airstrike in southern Lebanon as the Israeli Air Force intensifies its attacks. The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) posted on X, "The IAF struck and eliminated Abu Ali Rida, the Hezbollah commander of the Baraachit area in southern Lebanon. Abu Ali Rida was responsible for planning and executing rocket and anti-tank missile attacks on IDF troops and oversaw the terrorist activities of Hezbollah operatives in the area." 🔴ELIMINATED: 2 Terrorists on 2 Fronts 📍Lebanon: The IAF struck and eliminated Abu Ali Rida, the Hezbollah commander of the Baraachit area in southern Lebanon. Abu Ali Rida was responsible for planning and executing rocket and anti-tank missile attacks on IDF troops and oversaw… pic.twitter.com/x6UvnmZ5ix — Israel Defense Forces (@IDF) November 4, 2024 × Who was Abu Ali Rida? According to the Israeli military, Abu Ali Rida was the main person behind the planning and execution of rocket and anti-tank missile attacks on IDF troops. He also led Hezbollah operations in the Baraachit area of southern Lebanon. Also read | Two Iranian military personnel die in plane crash during 'Martyrs of Security' exercise near Pakistan border The IDF further reported that Ahmed Al-Dalu, a member of the Islamic Jihad's Military Intelligence Unit in Gaza, was also killed. Al-Dalu took part in the October 7 attack on the Israeli community of Kfar Aza and was involved in planning attacks against Israeli citizens. Background of the conflict This conflict has escalated after nearly a year of rising tensions. Hezbollah has fired rockets into northern Israel, supporting Hamas. The current fighting began after a surprise attack on Israel on October 7 last year. Also read | AI Nostradamus predicts surprising outcomes for US elections with 'unforeseen' dark horse as 'kingmaker' Since late September, Israeli forces have increased airstrikes on Hezbollah targets, resulting in the deaths of several key figures, including the former chief, Hassan Nasrallah. The military campaign shows the growing tensions between Israel and Hezbollah in the region. (With inputs from agencies)

Who was Abu Ali Rida? High-ranking Hezbollah commander 'eliminated' in Israeli airstrike

Israeli forces battled Hamas-led fighters in several parts of the Gaza Strip on Tuesday, and Palestinian health officials said at least 57 people were killed in Israeli bombardments of southern and central areas.

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Israel on Sunday (June 2) launched an air attack on the Syrian city of Aleppo. The overnight strikes, as per Syrian media reports, happened at around 12:20 am (2120 GMT on Sunday). A number of casualties are being reported, including at least 12 pro-regime fighters.

<h2>Second reported attack on Syria in less than a week</h2>

Citing a military source, the Syrian state media reports that the air attack "led to a number of fatalities and some material damage".

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Early on Monday (June 3), NGO Syrian Observatory for Human Rights said, "At least 12 pro-Iranian fighters of Syrian and foreign nationalities were killed in an Israeli air strike on a position in the town of Hayyan, north of Aleppo, setting off strong explosions in a factory."

In a statement, the Syrian Ministry of Defence said that "after midnight... the Israeli enemy launched an air attack from the southeast of Aleppo, targeting some positions" near the city.

"The aggression caused several martyrs and material damage," it added.&nbsp;This is the second reported attack by Israel on Syria in less than a week.&nbsp;

Previously, Tel Aviv launched air attacks on May 29 on Syria's central region and the coastal city of Baniyas. Last month's attacks, as per Syrian state media reports, claimed the life of a child and injured 10 civilians.

As per Reuters, for years, Israel has conducted strikes on what it describes as Iran-linked targets in Syria. Tehran's influence in Syria has grown as it has supported President Bashar al-Assad in the civil war that began in 2011.

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In April, Iran retaliated by launching missiles at Israel after a presumed Israeli strike destroyed a building within Iran's embassy compound in Damascus, killing several Iranian officers, including a top general.

(With inputs from agencies)

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Israel on Sunday (June 2) launched an air attack on the Syrian city of Aleppo. The overnight strikes, as per Syrian media reports, happened at around 12:20 am (2120 GMT on Sunday).

Israel on Sunday (June 2) launched an air attack on the Syrian city of Aleppo. The overnight strikes, as per Syrian media reports, happened at around 12:20 am (2120 GMT on Sunday). A number of casualties are being reported, including at least 12 pro-regime fighters. Second reported attack on Syria in less than a week Citing a military source, the Syrian state media reports that the air attack "led to a number of fatalities and some material damage". Also read | Israel exploring governing alternatives to Hamas in Gaza, Netanyahu aide says Biden’s plan accepted Early on Monday (June 3), NGO Syrian Observatory for Human Rights said, "At least 12 pro-Iranian fighters of Syrian and foreign nationalities were killed in an Israeli air strike on a position in the town of Hayyan, north of Aleppo, setting off strong explosions in a factory." In a statement, the Syrian Ministry of Defence said that "after midnight... the Israeli enemy launched an air attack from the southeast of Aleppo, targeting some positions" near the city. "The aggression caused several martyrs and material damage," it added. This is the second reported attack by Israel on Syria in less than a week. Previously, Tel Aviv launched air attacks on May 29 on Syria's central region and the coastal city of Baniyas. Last month's attacks, as per Syrian state media reports, claimed the life of a child and injured 10 civilians. As per Reuters, for years, Israel has conducted strikes on what it describes as Iran-linked targets in Syria. Tehran's influence in Syria has grown as it has supported President Bashar al-Assad in the civil war that began in 2011. Also read | Watch | Midair collision between planes claims pilot's life at Portuguese air show In April, Iran retaliated by launching missiles at Israel after a presumed Israeli strike destroyed a building within Iran's embassy compound in Damascus, killing several Iranian officers, including a top general. (With inputs from agencies)

Overnight Israeli airstrike on Syria's Aleppo leaves 'several martyrs and material damage'

Iran's consulate in the Syrian capital Damascus was flattened on Monday in what Syrian and Iranian media described as an Israeli air strike. The strike killed a top Revolutionary Guards commander and several diplomats. Watch the vide to know more!

Iran's consulate in Syrian capital under attack, Iranian media calls it Israeli air strike

Israeli airstrikes on Syria's have killed more than 40 people, including members of Hezbollah and a large number of Syrian soldiers. Watch in for more details!

Israeli airstrike in Syria kills more than 40 people

Pakistan has launched airstrikes on TTP Pakistan hideouts deep inside Afghanistan in parts of Kunar and Paktika. This comes after at least seven Pakistan army soldiers, including a lieutenant colonel and captain, were killed on a military post in North Waziristan tribal district.

Pakistan launches airstrikes on TTP hideouts in Afghanistan

Pakistan airstrikes target suspected Taliban hideouts in Afghanistan

A series of Israeli air strikes on the southern Gaza town of Rafah have killed at least 52 people. As per Gaza officials of strikes hit 14 homes and three mosques in different parts of Rafah mediators held new talks in Cairo for a paus in the fighting and he release of around 130 hostages.

Israel-Hamas war: Israel's Rafah plans spark global alarm

Iraq has issued a stern warning to the U.S. in response to an airstrike in Baghdad. Senior commander Abu Baqir al-Saadi of Kataib Hezbollah died in a drone strike. The commander of the pro-Iran militia group was linked to an attack on a US base in Jordan last week.

Iraq issues stern warning to the US in response to an airstrike in Baghdad

Four children were killed and at least 15 others were injured after an airstrike hit a school in the south-eastern Karenni state of Myanmar, as per the witnesses. 
 
The victims, who were boys aged between 12 to 14, were students studying in a school in Daw Si Ei village. The school had around 200 students and was run by former government teachers and local community members. 
 
Meanwhile, two other children were in critical condition after suffering injuries in the head and abdomen. One of the victim's mother reported seeing a plane as well as a fighter jet which flew over the village at 10 am local time on Monday (Feb 5).

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“I didn’t even dare to go and look outside in the moments after the bomb dropped,” said Hay Blute Moo, while speaking to The Guardian. “My children were so scared that they hid under the bed and cried after they escaped from the airstrike, especially the youngest one. He hugged me and cried for a long time,” she added.

<h2 lang="en-US">Students were running towards the bunker when the strike happened: witnesses</h2>

The witnesses said that the students at the school were trying to run towards a bunker when the school was struck. Various communities across Myanmar have been routinely digging bunkers to protect themselves from military airstrikes. 
 
After the attack, the school facilities were reportedly reduced to rubble and the surrounding area had stains of blood. 
 
A 16-year-old boy, who reached the school shortly after the attack happened, said that he witnessed the bodies of three victims, which included his 14-year-old brother.

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He said that the fourth victim died as people tried to rush him to the nearest medical facility. Such medical facilities are run by community members and local resistance forces. 
 
Myanmar’s military, since coming to power after a coup in February 2021, has been struggling to subdue opposition under its rule and has depended on scorched earth tactics and airstrikes to push back against opposition. 
 
No statement was issued by the military on Monday’s airstrikes. In the past. The military has targeted civilian areas and infrastructure which include schools, medical facilities and religious buildings.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

Four children were killed and at least 15 others were injured after an airstrike hit a school in the south-eastern Karenni state of Myanmar, as per the witnesses.

Four children were killed and at least 15 others were injured after an airstrike hit a school in the south-eastern Karenni state of Myanmar, as per the witnesses. The victims, who were boys aged between 12 to 14, were students studying in a school in Daw Si Ei village. The school had around 200 students and was run by former government teachers and local community members. Meanwhile, two other children were in critical condition after suffering injuries in the head and abdomen. One of the victim's mother reported seeing a plane as well as a fighter jet which flew over the village at 10 am local time on Monday (Feb 5). Also Read: India to fence 1643-kilometre Indo-Myanmar border: Home Minister Amit Shah “I didn’t even dare to go and look outside in the moments after the bomb dropped,” said Hay Blute Moo, while speaking to The Guardian. “My children were so scared that they hid under the bed and cried after they escaped from the airstrike, especially the youngest one. He hugged me and cried for a long time,” she added. Students were running towards the bunker when the strike happened: witnesses The witnesses said that the students at the school were trying to run towards a bunker when the school was struck. Various communities across Myanmar have been routinely digging bunkers to protect themselves from military airstrikes. After the attack, the school facilities were reportedly reduced to rubble and the surrounding area had stains of blood. A 16-year-old boy, who reached the school shortly after the attack happened, said that he witnessed the bodies of three victims, which included his 14-year-old brother. Watch: India to fence border with Myanmar, no more free movement regime for Myanmar He said that the fourth victim died as people tried to rush him to the nearest medical facility. Such medical facilities are run by community members and local resistance forces. Myanmar’s military, since coming to power after a coup in February 2021, has been struggling to subdue opposition under its rule and has depended on scorched earth tactics and airstrikes to push back against opposition. No statement was issued by the military on Monday’s airstrikes. In the past. The military has targeted civilian areas and infrastructure which include schools, medical facilities and religious buildings. (With inputs from agencies)

Four children killed, 15 others injured in airstrike on school in Myanmar

US and UK have launched retaliatory airstrikes over Red Sea attacks. Pentagon says it targeted 13 locations across Yemen. Iraq summoned US envoy in Baghdad after American strikes. The strikes in Syria & Iraq reportedly killed 40. Iran has condemned US response in Syria and Iraq. Watch to know more!

US and UK strike Houthi targets in Yemen | Red Sea Crisis

US retaliates after deadly drone attack on Jordan base. 'US military forces struck targets in Iraq & Syria,' says US President Joe Biden. Baghdad has condemned the US strikes. Watch to know more!

US retaliates after deadly attack on Jordan base, strikes Iran-backed targets in Iraq & Syria

US strikes Iran-backed targets in Iraq & Syria

The US launched an air assault on several sites in Iraq and Syria used by Iran-backed militias. The attacks come in retaliation to the Drone strike that killed three US service members in Jordan.

US strikes Syria & Iraq, Baghdad says 'Conflict Could Escalate'

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