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Iran Vows 'Proportional Response' After Israeli Airstrikes Cause Limited Damage to Military Sites Near Tehran
Israel launched a series of airstrikes on military sites in Iran early Saturday, marking an escalation in the long-standing tension between the two regional powers. This military action, a direct response to Iran's missile barrage on October 1, 2023, targeted missile manufacturing facilities and other defense infrastructure but notably avoided critical oil and nuclear sites. The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) confirmed that several waves of strikes were completed, aimed at diminishing Iran's missile capabilities, with warnings issued to Tehran not to retaliate. 
Israel launched a series of airstrikes on military sites in Iran early Saturday, marking an escalation in the long-standing tension between the two regional powers. This military action, a direct response to Iran's missile barrage on October 1, 2023, targeted missile manufacturing facilities and other defense infrastructure but notably avoided critical oil and nuclear sites. The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) confirmed that several waves of strikes were completed, aimed at diminishing Iran's missile capabilities, with warnings issued to Tehran not to retaliate. -
Israel Strikes Iranian Military Targets in Retaliation for Missile Barrage
Israel launched a series of retaliatory airstrikes on Iranian military targets early Saturday, responding to a barrage of ballistic missiles fired by Iran earlier this month. Explosions were reported in the vicinity of Tehran and Karaj, marking one of the most direct confrontations between the two regional adversaries in years. 
Israel launched a series of retaliatory airstrikes on Iranian military targets early Saturday, responding to a barrage of ballistic missiles fired by Iran earlier this month. Explosions were reported in the vicinity of Tehran and Karaj, marking one of the most direct confrontations between the two regional adversaries in years. -
Israel Faces Outcry After Airstrike Kills Three Journalists in Southern Lebanon
Israel's ongoing military campaign has drawn sharp criticism after an airstrike in southern Lebanon killed three journalists on Friday. The journalists, identified as two camera operators and one engineer, were working for media organizations linked to Hezbollah and Iran, according to Lebanon's Health Ministry. Lebanon's Prime Minister Najib Mikati called the attack deliberate, describing it as "war crimes committed by the Israeli enemy." Israel's ongoing military campaign has drawn sharp criticism after an airstrike in southern Lebanon killed three journalists on Friday. The journalists, identified as two camera operators and one engineer, were working for media organizations linked to Hezbollah and Iran, according to Lebanon's Health Ministry. Lebanon's Prime Minister Najib Mikati called the attack deliberate, describing it as "war crimes committed by the Israeli enemy." -
Israeli Strike on Gaza School Kills 17, Including Children, Amidst Intensifying Conflict
At least 17 Palestinians, including children, were killed on Thursday during an Israeli airstrike that targeted a school in the Nuseirat refugee camp in central Gaza. The school, which had been repurposed as a shelter for displaced residents, was struck amidst ongoing fighting in the densely populated region. Local hospital officials at Al-Awda reported the casualties and stated that rescue efforts were still underway in the aftermath of the attack. 
At least 17 Palestinians, including children, were killed on Thursday during an Israeli airstrike that targeted a school in the Nuseirat refugee camp in central Gaza. The school, which had been repurposed as a shelter for displaced residents, was struck amidst ongoing fighting in the densely populated region. Local hospital officials at Al-Awda reported the casualties and stated that rescue efforts were still underway in the aftermath of the attack. -
Gaza Ceasefire Negotiations Resume After Two-Month Stalemate as U.S. Pushes for Hostage Release
Negotiations for a ceasefire and hostage release in Gaza are gaining momentum after months of deadlock, with U.S. and Qatari officials driving renewed efforts. 
Negotiations for a ceasefire and hostage release in Gaza are gaining momentum after months of deadlock, with U.S. and Qatari officials driving renewed efforts. -
India Evacuates Over 1 Million as Cyclone Dana Bears Down on Eastern Coast
India is bracing for the powerful Cyclone Dana, which is expected to make landfall on the country's eastern coast, specifically in the states of Odisha and West Bengal. With wind speeds predicted to reach 120 km/h (75 mph), authorities are undertaking a massive evacuation effort to safeguard citizens in vulnerable coastal areas. More than 1.5 million people are being relocated to storm shelters ahead of the cyclone's anticipated impact early Friday morning. 
India is bracing for the powerful Cyclone Dana, which is expected to make landfall on the country's eastern coast, specifically in the states of Odisha and West Bengal. With wind speeds predicted to reach 120 km/h (75 mph), authorities are undertaking a massive evacuation effort to safeguard citizens in vulnerable coastal areas. More than 1.5 million people are being relocated to storm shelters ahead of the cyclone's anticipated impact early Friday morning. -
Turkey Launches Major Airstrikes on Kurdish Militants After Deadly Attack on Defense Facility
Turkey has launched a series of retaliatory airstrikes on Kurdish militant targets in Iraq and Syria following a deadly attack on the Turkish Aerospace Industries (TUSAS) facility near Ankara, a state-run defense company that designs military aircraft and drones. 
Turkey has launched a series of retaliatory airstrikes on Kurdish militant targets in Iraq and Syria following a deadly attack on the Turkish Aerospace Industries (TUSAS) facility near Ankara, a state-run defense company that designs military aircraft and drones. -
Kim Jong Un’s Troops Set to Join Russia in Ukraine War, U.S. Warns of ‘Fair Game’
The deployment of North Korean soldiers to aid Russia in its war against Ukraine has sparked a strong response from U.S. and South Korean officials. South Korea's defense ministry revealed that approximately 12,000 North Korean troops are set to bolster Russia's military forces, including special forces, military engineers, and artillery units. The alarming new estimate follows reports that 3,000 North Korean troops have already arrived in eastern Russia, where they are being trained to support Moscow's war efforts. 
The deployment of North Korean soldiers to aid Russia in its war against Ukraine has sparked a strong response from U.S. and South Korean officials. South Korea's defense ministry revealed that approximately 12,000 North Korean troops are set to bolster Russia's military forces, including special forces, military engineers, and artillery units. The alarming new estimate follows reports that 3,000 North Korean troops have already arrived in eastern Russia, where they are being trained to support Moscow's war efforts. -
Gunmen Attack Turkish Aerospace Headquarters, Killing 4 and Injuring 14
A deadly attack on the Turkish Aerospace Industries (TUSAS) headquarters near Ankara on Wednesday left four people dead and 14 others injured, according to Turkish officials. The government swiftly labeled the incident a terrorist attack, although no group has yet claimed responsibility for the violence. The assault comes amid rising concerns about internal security and potential militant activity in the region. 
A deadly attack on the Turkish Aerospace Industries (TUSAS) headquarters near Ankara on Wednesday left four people dead and 14 others injured, according to Turkish officials. The government swiftly labeled the incident a terrorist attack, although no group has yet claimed responsibility for the violence. The assault comes amid rising concerns about internal security and potential militant activity in the region. -
Israeli Troops Use Detainees as Human Shields in Gaza Operations: Reports
In Gaza, multiple Palestinians have come forward with allegations that Israeli forces are using detainees as human shields during their military operations, a practice in violation of both international and Israeli law, according to The Guardian. 
In Gaza, multiple Palestinians have come forward with allegations that Israeli forces are using detainees as human shields during their military operations, a practice in violation of both international and Israeli law, according to The Guardian.
