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What happens if a nuclear facility is hit in war? US-Israel strike on Natanz raises fears of radiological disaster

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What happens if a nuclear facility is hit in war? US-Israel strike on Natanz raises fears of radiological disaster

International nuclear watchdogs warn that continued military strikes in a region hosting multiple nuclear installations could push the world closer to a dangerous threshold.

Israel-Iran conflict: Tehran showcases underground drone arsenal as missile strikes intensify

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Israel-Iran conflict: Tehran showcases underground drone arsenal as missile strikes intensify

Iran showcased an underground drone arsenal as missile exchanges intensified with Israel and the United States, widening the regional conflict, causing mounting casualties and sending global oil prices sharply higher.

Iran says Natanz nuclear facility struck in US-Israel operations; IAEA urges restraint

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Iran says Natanz nuclear facility struck in US-Israel operations; IAEA urges restraint

Iran’s envoy to the UN nuclear watchdog confirmed Natanz was targeted in US-Israel strikes, while the IAEA chief said there is “no indication” of confirmed nuclear site damage.

With Khamenei dead and IRGC HQ destroyed, who is calling the shots in Iran’s most powerful force?

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With Khamenei dead and IRGC HQ destroyed, who is calling the shots in Iran’s most powerful force?

The situation inside Iran’s military apparatus is far more complicated. The IRGC, which reports directly to the supreme leader, suddenly finds itself without its traditional chain of command.

Who are Iran’s military backers? The countries and technologies behind Tehran’s missiles and drones | Explained

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Who are Iran’s military backers? The countries and technologies behind Tehran’s missiles and drones | Explained

After the latest wave of US-Israel strikes on Iranian military and nuclear facilities, Iran responded with missile and drone attacks across the region, highlighting the scale of its arsenal.

As Middle East war expands, these are the countries caught in the line of fire

WORLD

As Middle East war expands, these are the countries caught in the line of fire

US-Israel attacks on Iran have triggered widespread retaliation, hitting multiple Gulf countries and escalating regional conflict.

Do US bases protect the Gulf or make it a target? Iran’s strikes raise hard questions | Explained

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Do US bases protect the Gulf or make it a target? Iran’s strikes raise hard questions | Explained

In a widely circulated analysis, geopolitical commentator Shanaka Anslem Perera argues that the attacks have exposed a fundamental flaw in the region’s security model.

Iran shifts to new ‘drizzle’ strategy to counter US, Israel: 'Who said Iranians will play by rules?'

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Iran shifts to new ‘drizzle’ strategy to counter US, Israel: 'Who said Iranians will play by rules?'

Iran appears to have moved to a steadier, sustained campaign designed to stretch air defence systems over time instead of headline-grabbing salvos.

A week of waiting: Why US-Israel attack on Iran didn’t happen on the original date and what changed behind the scenes

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A week of waiting: Why US-Israel attack on Iran didn’t happen on the original date and what changed behind the scenes

Military planners from both countries had begun preparing for strikes soon after a second round of US-Iran talks ended without meaningful progress on February 17.

Several US jets crash in Kuwait amid West Asia tensions; video shows F-15 falling out of sky

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Several US jets crash in Kuwait amid West Asia tensions; video shows F-15 falling out of sky

US F-15 fighter jet crashes in Kuwait; pilot ejects safely as authorities investigate.

Israel attacks Lebanon, senior Hezbollah leader killed; at least 10 dead

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Israel attacks Lebanon, senior Hezbollah leader killed; at least 10 dead

Israel escalates strikes on Hezbollah in Lebanon, killing senior leaders and at least 10 others, as residents flee Beirut.

Iran says it ‘will not negotiate’ with US as Trump claims Iranian leadership outreach

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Iran says it ‘will not negotiate’ with US as Trump claims Iranian leadership outreach

Ali Larijani says Iran “will not negotiate with the United States,” while Trump says he has agreed to talk to Iran’s surviving and newly appointed leaders.

Patriots, Tomahawks, SM-3s and THAAD: How long can US missiles and interceptors last in Iran conflict | Explained

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Patriots, Tomahawks, SM-3s and THAAD: How long can US missiles and interceptors last in Iran conflict | Explained

US-Israel strikes on Iran: US and allied forces have been targeting Iran’s missile launchers, drone infrastructure and airfields since the start of the operation to limit Tehran’s ability to retaliate.

Trump says Iran attack so successful that it 'knocked out' candidates to replace Khamenei

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Trump says Iran attack so successful that it 'knocked out' candidates to replace Khamenei

President Trump told ABC News that the U.S. strike killed Iran’s Supreme Leader Khamenei and eliminated most potential successors.

Amid Iran-US war, Afghanistan claims precision strikes on Pakistan’s Nur Khan Airbase | WATCH

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Amid Iran-US war, Afghanistan claims precision strikes on Pakistan’s Nur Khan Airbase | WATCH

Afghan officials said the action was carried out in response to recent Pakistani military strikes on Afghan territory, signalling a major escalation in the cross-border confrontation.

Lucky guess or insider knowledge? Mystery trader turns Polymarket bet into Rs 4 crore after US-Israel strikes on Iran

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Lucky guess or insider knowledge? Mystery trader turns Polymarket bet into Rs 4 crore after US-Israel strikes on Iran

Blockchain records show the wallet committed $235,947 to the bet at that stage. Once the strikes were confirmed, the market settled and the trader collected more than $431,000.

Austin shooting leaves three dead as FBI flags 'potential nexus to terrorism' in overnight attack

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Austin shooting leaves three dead as FBI flags 'potential nexus to terrorism' in overnight attack

Three people were killed and 14 injured in an overnight shooting in downtown Austin, with the FBI saying the attack may have links to terrorism as investigators examine possible motives and evidence.

Why are Chinese arms under scrutiny after reported failures in Pakistan, Venezuela and Iran?

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Why are Chinese arms under scrutiny after reported failures in Pakistan, Venezuela and Iran?

Chinese weapons systems faced scrutiny after reported failures in Pakistan, Venezuela and Iran, where air defences were allegedly breached by US and Indian strikes, raising questions over performance, integration and battlefield reliability.

Donald Trump says he'll 'talk to Iran'; claims US sunk nine Iranian ships, struck navy HQ

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Donald Trump says he'll 'talk to Iran'; claims US sunk nine Iranian ships, struck navy HQ

The US President, however, did not specify who he expected to engage with in potential discussions.

‘Your army is your enemy’: Pakistan’s Geo News hacked, anti-military messages aired

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‘Your army is your enemy’: Pakistan’s Geo News hacked, anti-military messages aired

Pakistan’s Geo News TV channel was briefly hacked on Sunday, displaying anti-military messages on air before going off air for a few minutes. The channel’s website remains operational, and authorities have yet to comment on the incident.

Israel-Iran conflict: 23 from Maharashtra stranded in Dubai after airspace closure strikes

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Israel-Iran conflict: 23 from Maharashtra stranded in Dubai after airspace closure strikes

Twenty-three people from Maharashtra, including senior citizens, are stranded in Dubai after airspace closure following US-Israel strikes on Iran.

‘Dictator Domino’: After Khamenei’s killing, Ukraine shares image warning Putin is 'about to fall'

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‘Dictator Domino’: After Khamenei’s killing, Ukraine shares image warning Putin is 'about to fall'

Ukraine shared an AI image suggesting Vladimir Putin could be the next authoritarian leader to fall after US-Israeli strikes killed Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy framing it as an opportunity for change in Iran.

Trump says ‘48 Iranian leaders are gone in one shot,’ calls operation a success

BUSINESS

Trump says ‘48 Iranian leaders are gone in one shot,’ calls operation a success

President Trump said that 48 Iranian leaders were killed in the US‑Israel strikes and described the operation as a major “success.”

Pentagon says B‑2 stealth bombers hit buried Iranian targets; three US troops killed

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Pentagon says B‑2 stealth bombers hit buried Iranian targets; three US troops killed

The US military confirmed that four B‑2 stealth bombers struck underground Iranian missile sites and reported its first combat casualties in the ongoing conflict, with the Pentagon denying the USS Abraham Lincoln was hit.

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