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    • Mojtaba Khamenei remains in shadows as CIA, Mossad monitor Iran’s 'unseen' supreme leader

      Mojtaba Khamenei remains largely unseen since becoming Iran’s supreme leader, fuelling speculation over his condition and authority, as U.S. and Israeli intelligence monitor a fragile, heavily guarded regime, Axios reports.

    • Two civilian aircraft struck at Dubai airport as Iran war threatens civil aviation: Report

      An Emirates A380 and a Saudia A321 were struck on Dubai International’s tarmac amid the Iran war, highlighting civil aviation risks, while UAE airlines work to maintain thousands of daily flights.

    • 'The war in the Middle East has reached a perilous stage': WHO warns after strikes on nuclear sites

      The World Health Organization warned that strikes on Iran’s Natanz and Israel’s Dimona nuclear sites mark a “perilous stage,” urging maximum restraint to prevent nuclear incidents and protect civilians.

    • Israel’s Israel Katz orders strikes on Litani bridges as Lebanon offensive escalates against Hezbollah

      Israel expanded its targets to Litani River bridges, accusing Hezbollah of using them for arms transfers, as intensified strikes have killed over 1,000 and displaced more than one million people.

    • Iran rolls out highest-ever 10 million rial note as Middle East war fuels economic crisis

      Iran has issued a 10 million rial banknote amid soaring inflation and a weakening currency, reflecting deep economic strain as cash demand rises and purchasing power continues to erode sharply.

    • Iran-Israel conflict: Drone hits Italy-US airbase in Kuwait, equipment damaged

      Italy said a drone struck the Ali Al Salem airbase in Kuwait, damaging equipment but causing no injuries. Officials stressed personnel safety and said the country does not believe it was targeted.

    • US-Israel-Iran war impact: Pakistan imposes austerity from wedding limits to travel bans

      Pakistan has introduced sweeping austerity measures, including salary cuts, travel bans, reduced fuel use and limits on wedding guests, as the economic fallout from the US-Israel-Iran war pressures its fragile economy.

    • Did Israel launch airstrikes on Iran without a realistic plan for regime change?

      Israeli officials admit there was no concrete plan for regime change in Iran, with hopes for uprising based on “wishful thinking”; Iranian government remains intact despite airstrikes and Khamenei’s death.

    • Epstein used NYC’s Fekkai Salon for himself, his ‘girls’ and Kathy Ruemmler

      The bookings show not only how important physical appearance was to Epstein, who paid for teeth whitening procedures and Botox for people in his network, but also how loyal he was to the high-end New York businesses that acted as cogs in his perks machine over multiple years.

    • Iran–Israel conflict: How Tehran turned the war regional with strikes on US bases

      Iran has widened the Israel war by striking US bases across the Middle East, aiming to pressure Washington through Gulf allies while relying on missiles and drones to sustain the fight.

    • Netanyahu vows escalation: 'We continue to strike Iran with force'

      Benjamin Netanyahu said Israel is intensifying strikes on Iran and Hezbollah, vowing stronger action as the conflict escalates. He stated the war may take time but rejected claims it would last years.

    • Cristiano Ronaldo jets out of Saudi Arabia after drone strike hits US Embassy in Riyadh

      Following several media outlets, Ronaldo is believed to have made the trip with his partner Georgina Rodriguez and their five children.

    • 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.

    • Iran-Israel conflict: Pakistani, Nepali and Bangladeshi citizens killed in UAE as drone strikes hit country

      The UAE said it intercepted 165 ballistic missiles, two cruise missiles and hundreds of drones since Iran’s assault began. Three people were killed and dozens injured as debris caused damage across the country.

    • Three dead, 14 injured in Texas bar shooting as police kill gunman

      A shooting at a popular bar in Austin, Texas, killed three people and injured 14 others. Police fatally shot the suspected gunman, and authorities are investigating the motive behind the attack.

    • Bangladesh's Mushfiqur Rahim stranded in Saudi Arabia following US strikes on Iran

      The US and Israel launched a major offensive on Iran on Saturday, with American President Donald Trump calling on the Iranian public to overthrow the Islamic leadership that has ruled the nation since 1979.

    • ICC working on alternate flight plans for players and officials after US strikes on Iran

      The US and Israel launched a major offensive on Iran on Saturday, with President Donald Trump calling on the Iranian public to "seize control of your destiny" and overthrow the Islamic leadership that has ruled the nation since 1979.

    • Solar players to counter US dumping, subsidy allegations by international trade commission: Sources

      Industry sources said Indian manufacturers plan to argue before the ITC that their exports are competitively priced and not dumped, and that the surge in shipments reflects supply chain realignments and demand dynamics rather than unfair trade practices

    • T20 World Cup 2026: USA star Shayan Jahangir slams ICC over associate nations’ neglect

      The International Cricket Council (ICC) has now come under fire from USA batter Shayan Jahangir for failing to provide associate nations with financial assistance in their efforts to make cricket a truly international sport.

    • T20 World Cup 2026: Captain Suryakumar Yadav rescues India in 29-run win vs USA

      India beat USA by 29 runs in their opening contest of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 at the Wankhede Stadium on Saturday (February 7).

    • From 77/6 to 161/9: Suryakumar Yadav rescues India from embarrassment against USA in 2026 T20 WC opener

      T20 World Cup 2026: India endured a disastrous start after being asked to bat first but captain Suryakumar Yadav saved his side.

    • ‘Not either-or': India will use US GPUs and develop its own chips, says MeitY's Abhishek Singh

      IndiaAI Mission CEO and additional secretary in IT ministry Abhishek Singh says access to US GPUs and domestic chip development are not mutually exclusive

    • Highlights | IND vs USA, T20 world cup 2026 scorecard: India win by 29 runs

      Highlights | IND vs USA, T20 world cup 2026 scorecard: India begin their World Cup campaign with a win against USA at the Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai.

    • Last US–Russia nuclear treaty is about to expire: Why this matters

      The imminent expiry of the New START treaty removes the last limits on US and Russian nuclear arsenals, heightening fears of an unconstrained arms race involving China and rising global instability.

    • India U19 vs USA U19 live streaming: When and where to watch Vaibhav Suryavanshi and others in ICC U19 World Cup match

      India U19 vs USA U19 live streaming: The ICC U19 World Cup match between India U19 and USA U19 will take place at the Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo.

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