A cryptic social media post by the head of Ukraine's defense company Firepoint has sparked intense speculation about rising tensions between Ukraine and Iran. The now-deleted post referenced the long-range FP-5 Flamingo cruise missile, capable of striking targets up to 3,000 kilometers away, fueling fears of a possible direct military confrontation.

The message comes amid reports of alleged attacks on an Iranian vessel in the Caspian Sea and growing geopolitical tensions involving Kyiv, Tehran, and Russia. Could this signal a new front in the conflict?

Watch the full report for the latest developments.

Ukraine Threatens Iran? Flamingo Missile Post Sparks Fears Of Direct Military Conflict

Russia unleashed a massive air assault across Ukraine on Thursday, firing over 70 missiles and 280 drones, exposing severe gaps in Kyiv's air defence and shelter networks. As Ukrainian forces retaliated with long-range drone hits inside Russia, President Volodymyr Zelensky's push to manufacture U.S. Patriot interceptors domestically has hit a major wall after President Donald Trump expressed doubts. We break down Ukraine's shelter crisis, the air defence crisis, and what Trump's position means for Kyiv's survival.

Trump Dashes Zelensky's Patriot Dream as Putin Exploits Ukraine's Air Defence Gap

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has claimed that Russia used a North Korean ballistic missile during its latest wave of attacks on Ukraine.

According to Ukrainian officials, Russia launched 74 missiles and 284 drones in an overnight barrage that struck multiple locations, including central Ukraine, where several civilians, including children, were killed.

Zelenskyy called for increased military support from Western allies, urging the United States and Europe to strengthen Ukraine's air defenses. Meanwhile, Poland has accused Russia of violating its airspace after a missile explosion near the Ukrainian border. Polish authorities say evidence points to a Russian KH-101 cruise missile, while NATO has pledged to take all necessary measures to defend alliance territory.

Zelenskyy: Russia Used North Korean Ballistic Missile | Poland Blames Russian KH-101 Strike

A Russian missile has reportedly crashed in Poland, leaving behind a massive impact crater captured in newly released images from the site. The incident has heightened tensions as investigations continue into the missile's origin and the circumstances surrounding the crash.

Visuals from the scene show extensive damage and a large crater, highlighting the force of the impact. Polish authorities have secured the area while military and security officials continue their assessment.

Poland: Images from the Site Show the Huge Impact Crater

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has claimed that Tehran possesses a "great deal of evidence" suggesting that operations against Iran were conducted from the territory of the United Arab Emirates. The allegation comes amid heightened regional tensions and growing scrutiny of the role played by Gulf states during the recent conflict involving Iran, Israel, and the United States.

While Iran has accused the UAE of facilitating or supporting hostile actions, Abu Dhabi has repeatedly rejected such claims and insists that its security and defense partnerships are a sovereign matter.

Did UAE Serve As Base For Operations Against Iran? Claims Say Tehran Has Evidence 

The US and Iran have exchanged fire in the Strait of Hormuz as tensions sharply escalate. The UAE has reported incoming missile and drone attacks, with air defences intercepting several threats amid fears of a wider regional conflict.


US-Iran Exchange Strikes: UAE Intercepts Dozens Of Missiles As Tensions Rise 

Israel says it has launched a broad wave of strikes on government targets in Tehran as the war with Iran continues to escalate. The Israeli military said the attacks targeted sites linked to Iranian authorities in the capital.


US-Iran War: Israel Launches Broad-Scale Strikes on Tehran

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy is calling on European allies to ramp up pressure on Russia, following one of the most intense aerial assaults in recent months. Russia launched over 500 drones and dozens of missiles across Ukraine, targeting key infrastructure and killing at least nine people in Kostiantynivka, a critical logistics hub.


Russia bombs Ukraine | 'Will fight, if no deal reached': Putin

A Russian missile strike appeared to target Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Wednesday, landing near his motorcade in the Black Sea port city of Odessa, where the president was meeting with Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis.

Russia-Ukraine War: Russian missile strikes near Volodymyr Zelensky's meeting with Greek PM in Odesa

Ukrainian officials claimed that Russian forces shelled and fired missiles at a number of cities in eastern Ukraine Saturday night (Feb 17), killing at least three people.&nbsp;

As per Ukraine, two cities close to the front line in eastern Ukraine's Donetsk region - Kramatorsk and Slovyansk - were targeted.&nbsp;

Donetsk Governor Vadim Filashkin said that Russia had fired three rockets at Kramatorsk, which killed at least two people.&nbsp;

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"Rescuers pulled the body of a woman born in 1977 from the rubble," he wrote on social media, adding later that the body of a 23-year-old man had also been found.&nbsp;

Filashkin added that one more person was feared buried under the piles of broken concrete and debris.&nbsp;

A report by the news agency AFP mentioned that dozens of rescue personnel were on the site of the strike.&nbsp;

The emergency services teams were working by lamplight and using construction tools to move the wreckage.&nbsp;

At one point, they turned off floodlights powered by loud generators to look for signs of life beneath debris near a two-metre crater.&nbsp;

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Meanwhile, Russian shells hit a school in the nearby town of Slovyansk, with rescuer teams searching for at least one person trapped underneath piles of debris.&nbsp;

The governor of the Kharkiv region said that in the town of Kupiansk, which is further north, one person was killed when Russian shells struck a two-storey house.&nbsp;

The attacks are&nbsp;believed to have taken place in places where Russian attacks are common, but the news agencies have not independently verified any of the reports.&nbsp;

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<h2>China denies selling 'lethal weapons' to Russia&nbsp;</h2>

The West has often accused China of selling weapons to Russia, which are being used while targeting Ukraine, but Beijing has denied such claims. The same was reiterated as China's foreign minister told his Ukrainian counterpart that Beijing does not sell lethal weapons to Russia for its war against Ukraine.&nbsp;

According to a foreign ministry readout, Wang Yi told Dmytro Kuleba during a meeting on the sidelines of a major security conference in Munich on Saturday that China "does not take any advantage of the situation, and does not sell lethal weapons to conflict areas or parties to the conflict".&nbsp;

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Ukrainian officials claimed that Russian forces shelled and fired missiles at a number of cities in eastern Ukraine Saturday night (Feb 17), killing at least three people.

Ukrainian officials claimed that Russian forces shelled and fired missiles at a number of cities in eastern Ukraine Saturday night (Feb 17), killing at least three people. As per Ukraine, two cities close to the front line in eastern Ukraine's Donetsk region - Kramatorsk and Slovyansk - were targeted. Donetsk Governor Vadim Filashkin said that Russia had fired three rockets at Kramatorsk, which killed at least two people. Also read: Alexei Navalny’s body found with 'bruises' as West holds Putin responsible "Rescuers pulled the body of a woman born in 1977 from the rubble," he wrote on social media, adding later that the body of a 23-year-old man had also been found. Filashkin added that one more person was feared buried under the piles of broken concrete and debris. A report by the news agency AFP mentioned that dozens of rescue personnel were on the site of the strike. The emergency services teams were working by lamplight and using construction tools to move the wreckage. At one point, they turned off floodlights powered by loud generators to look for signs of life beneath debris near a two-metre crater. Also read: Putin congratulates military as Russia assumes 'full control' of Ukraine's Avdiivka Meanwhile, Russian shells hit a school in the nearby town of Slovyansk, with rescuer teams searching for at least one person trapped underneath piles of debris. The governor of the Kharkiv region said that in the town of Kupiansk, which is further north, one person was killed when Russian shells struck a two-storey house. The attacks are believed to have taken place in places where Russian attacks are common, but the news agencies have not independently verified any of the reports. Watch: Former US ambassador to NATO speaks to WION × China denies selling 'lethal weapons' to Russia The West has often accused China of selling weapons to Russia, which are being used while targeting Ukraine, but Beijing has denied such claims. The same was reiterated as China's foreign minister told his Ukrainian counterpart that Beijing does not sell lethal weapons to Russia for its war against Ukraine. According to a foreign ministry readout, Wang Yi told Dmytro Kuleba during a meeting on the sidelines of a major security conference in Munich on Saturday that China "does not take any advantage of the situation, and does not sell lethal weapons to conflict areas or parties to the conflict". Disclaimer: A number of claims and counterclaims are being made on Ukraine-Russia war on the ground and online. While WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing developments, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos (With inputs from agencies)

Ukraine claims Russian shells and missile strikes at number of cities kill at least three

In a significant escalation of hostilities, Ukraine faced a substantial missile attack from Russia in the early hours of Saturday (Jan 13). The efficiency of Ukraine's air defences proved lower than usual, with only eight out of 37 missiles and three drones successfully intercepted, according to a statement from Ukraine's air force on social media.

Russia declared on Saturday that it successfully eliminated all designated targets in a barrage of strikes aimed at facilities engaged in the manufacturing of ammunition and drones within Ukraine.

"This morning the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation carried out a group strike... against facilities of the Ukrainian military-industrial complex" producing shells and unmanned aerial vehicles, the Russia defence ministry said in a daily briefing, adding "all designated facilities were hit."

The statement indicated that the focus was on locations involved in the manufacturing of shells, gunpowder, and unmanned aerial vehicles.

"All designated facilities were hit," it added.

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<h2>Interceptions and regional response</h2>

Earlier, Ukraine reported 40 drones and missiles launched from Russia, successfully intercepting eight missiles and disabling "more than 20 devices" using electronic warfare.

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Despite no reported fatalities, a civilian was injured in the northeastern Sumy region. In response to the heightened threat, Ukraine's neighbour Poland temporarily activated air defence systems before returning to normal operations, as confirmed by its air force.

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(With inputs from agencies)

In a significant escalation of hostilities, Ukraine faced a substantial missile attack from Russia in the early hours of Saturday (Jan 13). The efficiency of Ukraine's air defences proved lower than usual, with only eight out of 37 missiles and three drones successfully intercepted, according to a statement from Ukraine's air force on social media.

In a significant escalation of hostilities, Ukraine faced a substantial missile attack from Russia in the early hours of Saturday (Jan 13). The efficiency of Ukraine's air defences proved lower than usual, with only eight out of 37 missiles and three drones successfully intercepted, according to a statement from Ukraine's air force on social media. Russia declared on Saturday that it successfully eliminated all designated targets in a barrage of strikes aimed at facilities engaged in the manufacturing of ammunition and drones within Ukraine. "This morning the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation carried out a group strike... against facilities of the Ukrainian military-industrial complex" producing shells and unmanned aerial vehicles, the Russia defence ministry said in a daily briefing, adding "all designated facilities were hit." The statement indicated that the focus was on locations involved in the manufacturing of shells, gunpowder, and unmanned aerial vehicles. "All designated facilities were hit," it added. Also watch | Russia-Ukraine war: British PM Rishi Sunak announces increase in military package for Ukraine Interceptions and regional response Earlier, Ukraine reported 40 drones and missiles launched from Russia, successfully intercepting eight missiles and disabling "more than 20 devices" using electronic warfare. Also read | Ukraine courts India for economic rebuild, highlighting opportunities despite ongoing war Despite no reported fatalities, a civilian was injured in the northeastern Sumy region. In response to the heightened threat, Ukraine's neighbour Poland temporarily activated air defence systems before returning to normal operations, as confirmed by its air force. Disclaimer: A number of claims and counterclaims are being made on Ukraine-Russia war on the ground and online. While WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing developments, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos (With inputs from agencies)

Russia unleashes 40 missiles in overnight assault; Ukraine’s military production complex hit

Russia launched more than 110 missiles on Kyiv and other Ukrainian cities killing at least 10 people and wounding several others. Several powerful explosions rocked Kyiv early on Friday morning after a week of relative calm.

Russia-Ukraine strike: Russia launches drone & missile strikes on Ukrainian cities

In the wake of a missile attack on the commercial ship MV Chem Pluto off the coast of India, the Indian Navy swiftly <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/drone-strike-hits-ship-off-indias-coast-says-report-672821">responded to the incident</a>, dispatching a warship to deal with the aftermath. The attack, which occurred 200 nautical miles southwest of Veraval, resulted in a substantial explosion, causing significant damage to the vessel. Fortunately, there were no reported casualties.

The crew includes 21 Indians and one Vietnamese. The missile strike could have been done using a drone, which is still being investigated.

The Information Fusion Centre – Indian Ocean Region (IFC-IOR), based in Gurugram, played a crucial role in coordinating the response when the incident was reported on Saturday morning. Navy officials, told WION that, an Indian naval aircraft was immediately sent to assess the situation, to assess the safety of the ship and its crew. The naval warship, dispatched promptly, is en route to the location to provide any necessary assistance.

As the Indian Navy's warship approaches the affected vessel, the focus remains on ensuring the safety of the crew, assessing the extent of damage, and investigating the circumstances surrounding the missile attack.

The targeted commercial ship, MV Chem Pluto, had set sail from Saudi Arabia and was bound for Mangalore, India and is sailing under the flag of Liberia. The current plan is to bring the vessel to an Indian port for further investigation and assessment.

The IFC-IOR not only alerted the Indian Navy but also informed the Indian Coast Guard, which diverted a ship to the location. The United Kingdom's Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) first issued a public alert of the incident.

This maritime incident is believed to be a spillover from the Red Sea crisis, where Houthi rebels, based in Yemen, have been targeting vessels suspected of heading to or from Israel. The Houthi actions are considered a response to Israeli actions in Gaza. The escalating threat of Houthi attacks in the Red Sea has prompted several major shipping companies to reroute their vessels, opting for alternative paths to avoid the volatile region.

While this strategic shift enhances the safety of maritime assets, it comes at a significant cost, contributing to a broader economic concern—global inflation.

Data from the IFC-IOR has revealed a significant uptick in maritime security threats during the week spanning from December 14th to 20th in the Red Sea area. A total of nine incidents were reported, marking a noteworthy escalation compared to previous weeks.

In the wake of a missile attack on the commercial ship MV Chem Pluto off the coast of India, the Indian Navy swiftly responded to the incident, dispatching a warship to deal with the aftermath.

In the wake of a missile attack on the commercial ship MV Chem Pluto off the coast of India, the Indian Navy swiftly responded to the incident, dispatching a warship to deal with the aftermath. The attack, which occurred 200 nautical miles southwest of Veraval, resulted in a substantial explosion, causing significant damage to the vessel. Fortunately, there were no reported casualties. The crew includes 21 Indians and one Vietnamese. The missile strike could have been done using a drone, which is still being investigated. The Information Fusion Centre – Indian Ocean Region (IFC-IOR), based in Gurugram, played a crucial role in coordinating the response when the incident was reported on Saturday morning. Navy officials, told WION that, an Indian naval aircraft was immediately sent to assess the situation, to assess the safety of the ship and its crew. The naval warship, dispatched promptly, is en route to the location to provide any necessary assistance. As the Indian Navy's warship approaches the affected vessel, the focus remains on ensuring the safety of the crew, assessing the extent of damage, and investigating the circumstances surrounding the missile attack. The targeted commercial ship, MV Chem Pluto, had set sail from Saudi Arabia and was bound for Mangalore, India and is sailing under the flag of Liberia. The current plan is to bring the vessel to an Indian port for further investigation and assessment. The IFC-IOR not only alerted the Indian Navy but also informed the Indian Coast Guard, which diverted a ship to the location. The United Kingdom's Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) first issued a public alert of the incident. This maritime incident is believed to be a spillover from the Red Sea crisis, where Houthi rebels, based in Yemen, have been targeting vessels suspected of heading to or from Israel. The Houthi actions are considered a response to Israeli actions in Gaza. The escalating threat of Houthi attacks in the Red Sea has prompted several major shipping companies to reroute their vessels, opting for alternative paths to avoid the volatile region. While this strategic shift enhances the safety of maritime assets, it comes at a significant cost, contributing to a broader economic concern—global inflation. Data from the IFC-IOR has revealed a significant uptick in maritime security threats during the week spanning from December 14th to 20th in the Red Sea area. A total of nine incidents were reported, marking a noteworthy escalation compared to previous weeks.

Navy dispatches warship, IFC-IOR coordinates real-time response to missile attack off India's coast

At least two people were killed and more than 31 injured, including two children, after a missile struck a medical facility in the central Ukrainian city of Dnipro on Friday.

At least two people were killed and more than 31 injured, including two children, after a missile struck a medical facility in the central Ukrainian city of Dnipro on Friday. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky claimed that missile was Russia-made, and called it a 'crime against humanity' as he shared a video of the place where the missile hit. It showed smoke coming out of the roofless buildings with blown-out windows. "Another (Russian) missile attack, another crime against humanity," Zelenskiy wrote on Twitter, describing the damage. "Only an evil state can fight against clinics. There can be no military purpose in this. It is pure Russian terror," he added. “There are 23 injured in Dnipro,” the head of the regional military administration Sergiy Lysak wrote on Telegram, after several buildings were hit. The fire covered 1,000 square metres of the medical facility, where a three-story building was partially destroyed, Lysak added. He added that rescue workers are searching for people under the rubble. Among the dead is a 69-year-old man. “He was just passing by when a Russian terrorist missile hit the city…,” the official added. Russia vs The West: What are tactical nuclear weapons? Zelensky said that with a strike on a medical facility, “Russian terrorists once again confirm their status of fighters against everything humane and honest.” Among the 23 injured are two boys aged three and six, who have been hospitalised along with 19 others, Lysak said. Three are said to be in a critical condition. A clip shared by the local media purportedly showed rescuers helping the badly injured people as they escape from the clinic through corridors full of rubble. Ukrainian Prosecutor General's Office claimed that at least four people are missing following the attack in Dnipro. Earlier, Lysak claimed that the region came under a "mass attack...with missiles and drones" on Thursday night. "It was a very difficult night. It was loud," he said. "Dnipro has suffered." Dnpiro comes under fresh attack The latest attack on Dnpiro comes after the Ukrainian authorities claimed to have shot down 17 missiles and 31 drones launched from Russia overnight. Several drones and missiles hit targets in Dnipro and the eastern city of Kharkiv, including an oil depot. They said that Ukraine's capital Kyiv was also targeted, adding that bits of intercepted drones fell on the roof of a shopping centre, while a house and several cars were damaged. In Russia, a blast damaged a residential and office building in the southern city of Krasnodar, east of Crimea, on Friday morning. (With inputs from agencies)

Two killed, 31 injured as Russian missile strikes clinic in Ukraine’s Dnipro

Former British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has said Russian President Vladimir Putin threatened him with a missile strike during a phone call in the run up to the invasion of Ukraine.

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Kyrylo Budanov spoke from Kyiv during a televised interview released on Wednesday (January 4). When asked whether there'll be more attacks inside of Russia, the Ukrainian spy chief said attacks would be "deeper and deeper" inside the country.

Expect more strikes 'deeper and deeper' into Russia, says Ukraine’s spy chief

Russia's defence ministry has acknowledged that 89 servicemen died in a Ukrainian strike on Makiivka in Eastern Ukraine on New Year's Eve, and blamed the attack on unauthorised use of mobile phones by its forces.

Russia says 89 killed in Ukrainian missile attack, blames cellphone for strike

Israel's military fired missiles toward the international airport of Syria's capital on Monday, putting it out of service and killing two soldiers, the Syrian army said.

Israeli missile strikes put Damascus airport out of service, claims Syria

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said on Tuesday that the country will be switching to emergency shutdowns in order to stabilise the power grids which were impacted by the latest barrage of Russian missile strikes. According to Reuters, the missiles were mainly directed towards the cities of Zaporizhzhia and Odesa where two people lost their lives. The missiles also caused damage to the critical infrastructure and residential houses near Zaporizhzhia, regional officials said.

"The biggest number of shutdowns is in Vinnytsia, Kyiv, Zhytomyr, Dnipropetrovsk, Odesa, Khmelnytskyi and Cherkasy regions", referring to the regions spanning the length and breadth of the country,” Zelensky said before promising that the authorities "will do everything to restore stability".

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Moldova, the neighbouring country of Ukraine, has also been affected by the Russian missile strikes and Zelensky said that this proves Russia is "a threat not only to Ukraine, but also to our entire region".

During his nightly address to the nation, Zelensky said that around 70 Russian missiles were fired towards Ukraine but the defence system was able to deal with most of them. Although the number was not verified by the Ukraine defence ministry said that around 50 missiles were stopped.

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On the other hand, Russia said that it was a planned "massive strike using high-precision weapons" and they were able to hit all 17 of their intended targets which did not include civilian buildings.

The World Health Organisation (WHO) has already expressed its concern regarding the lack of power in Ukraine and it said that the winter can turn “deadly” for millions of Ukrainians.

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Disclaimer: A number of claims and counterclaims are being made on the Ukraine-Russia conflict on the ground and online. While WION takes utmost care to accurately report this developing news story, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said on Tuesday that the country will be switching to emergency shutdowns in order to stabilise the power grids which were impacted by the latest barrage of Russian missile strikes. According to Reuters, the missiles were mainly directed towards the cities of Zaporizhzhia and Odesa where two people lost their lives. The missiles also caused damage to the critical infrastructure and residential houses near Zaporizhzhia, regional officials said. "The biggest number of shutdowns is in Vinnytsia, Kyiv, Zhytomyr, Dnipropetrovsk, Odesa, Khmelnytskyi and Cherkasy regions", referring to the regions spanning the length and breadth of the country,” Zelensky said before promising that the authorities "will do everything to restore stability". Also read | Drones hit Russian air bases after Monday's missile strikes in Ukraine Moldova, the neighbouring country of Ukraine, has also been affected by the Russian missile strikes and Zelensky said that this proves Russia is "a threat not only to Ukraine, but also to our entire region". During his nightly address to the nation, Zelensky said that around 70 Russian missiles were fired towards Ukraine but the defence system was able to deal with most of them. Although the number was not verified by the Ukraine defence ministry said that around 50 missiles were stopped. Also read | Indonesia's new criminal code makes sex outside marriage a criminal offence On the other hand, Russia said that it was a planned "massive strike using high-precision weapons" and they were able to hit all 17 of their intended targets which did not include civilian buildings. The World Health Organisation (WHO) has already expressed its concern regarding the lack of power in Ukraine and it said that the winter can turn “deadly” for millions of Ukrainians.

Ukraine to implement emergency power shutdowns after latest Russian missile strikes

A bomb blast&nbsp;in Syria killed an Iranian&nbsp;Revolutionary Guard Corps’ Colonel Davoud Jafari. According to local media reports citing the Guards, Jafari was one of Iran's military advisers in Syria as well as a member of the Guards’ aerospace arm. They also blamed the attack on Israel and reportedly warned that Israel will have to answer for their “crimes”.&nbsp;

The incident took place on Monday when Jafari was killed by a “makeshift bomb planted by the roadside near Damascus, by associates of the Zionist (Israeli) regime”, said the Guards in a statement. Reportedly,&nbsp;Tehran and Israel have long waged a shadow war of attacks including assassinations and acts of sabotage against each other.&nbsp;

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During Syria’s 11-year civil war, Iran has been a supporter of Syrian President Bashar Assad and while Tehran has long claimed that it plays only a military advisory role in Syria, reports suggest that they have sent thousands of Iran-backed soldiers to fight alongside Assad’s forces.&nbsp;

On the other hand, Israeli officials said that they will work on preventing Iran’s entrenchment in Syria, especially near the south of the border as well as stop them from supplying advanced tech and weapons to the Iran-allied terror groups, such as Lebanon’s Hezbollah.&nbsp;

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Israel has also reportedly carried out several strikes in Syria in the past couple of months which it rarely comments on but has previously acknowledged hundreds of air and missile strikes in Syria on both government and Iran-backed forces in the region since the civil war broke out 11 years ago.&nbsp;

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Earlier this year, the Guards had alleged that two of its high-ranking officers were killed in an Israeli attack in Syria. Recently, Syria has also accused the Israeli military of carrying out missile strikes over the weekend which allegedly killed four soldiers and left one wounded.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;

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A bomb blast in Syria killed an Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps’ Colonel Davoud Jafari. According to local media reports citing the Guards, Jafari was one of Iran's military advisers in Syria as well as a member of the Guards’ aerospace arm.

A bomb blast in Syria killed an Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps’ Colonel Davoud Jafari. According to local media reports citing the Guards, Jafari was one of Iran's military advisers in Syria as well as a member of the Guards’ aerospace arm. They also blamed the attack on Israel and reportedly warned that Israel will have to answer for their “crimes”. The incident took place on Monday when Jafari was killed by a “makeshift bomb planted by the roadside near Damascus, by associates of the Zionist (Israeli) regime”, said the Guards in a statement. Reportedly, Tehran and Israel have long waged a shadow war of attacks including assassinations and acts of sabotage against each other. ALSO READ: Exclusive | India stood with us in difficult times: Syrian foreign minister Fayssal Mekdad During Syria’s 11-year civil war, Iran has been a supporter of Syrian President Bashar Assad and while Tehran has long claimed that it plays only a military advisory role in Syria, reports suggest that they have sent thousands of Iran-backed soldiers to fight alongside Assad’s forces. On the other hand, Israeli officials said that they will work on preventing Iran’s entrenchment in Syria, especially near the south of the border as well as stop them from supplying advanced tech and weapons to the Iran-allied terror groups, such as Lebanon’s Hezbollah. ALSO WATCH: Turkey launches airstrikes over northern Syria Israel has also reportedly carried out several strikes in Syria in the past couple of months which it rarely comments on but has previously acknowledged hundreds of air and missile strikes in Syria on both government and Iran-backed forces in the region since the civil war broke out 11 years ago. ALSO READ: Four Syrian soldiers killed, one wounded after Israeli airstrikes: Report Earlier this year, the Guards had alleged that two of its high-ranking officers were killed in an Israeli attack in Syria. Recently, Syria has also accused the Israeli military of carrying out missile strikes over the weekend which allegedly killed four soldiers and left one wounded. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Iranian colonel killed by bomb blast in Syria; Tehran blames Israel, vows to take revenge

The missile strike in Poland has led to a rare rift. Ukraine and its Western allies are openly at odds with each other over who launched the missile that led to the death of two civilians. Priyanka Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas | Poland missile strike: Allies dispute Ukraine's claims

A day after the G20 meet leaders agreed that 'today's era must not be of war', a Russian-made missile hit a village in Poland. At least two Polish citizens have been killed in the incident, late on Tuesday, the missiles landed in the Southeastern village, which is just 6.4 km away from the Ukrainian border.

WION Dispatch | Poland missile strike: NATO says blast likely by Ukrainian missile

A day after the G20 meeting leaders agreed that 'today's era must not be of war', a Russian-made missile hit a village in Poland. At least two Polish citizens have been killed in the incident, late on Tuesday, the missiles landed in the Southeastern village, which is just 6.4 km away from the Ukrainian border. Now, NATO Chief addressed the media on the whole matter.

NATO briefing on Missile strike in Poland: 'Will remain calm and vigilant'

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