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‘Unprecedented’ crisis in Middle East could ‘spin out of control’ warns WHO
2+ hour, 57+ min ago (922+ words) As the bombing continues across Iran, Lebanon and the Gulf states, a World Health Organisation chief tells chief international correspondent Bel Trew in Beirut how she fears the conflict could lead to chemical, nuclear or radiological war The Middle East…...
All the airlines cancelling flights to the Middle East amid Iran crisis
1+ hour, 44+ min ago (1018+ words) The conflict in Iran has caused massive disruption to global air travel Global air travel faces severe disruption, with conflict in Iran forcing the closure of key Middle Eastern hubs like Dubai, Doha, and Abu Dhabi, stranding thousands. Adding to…...
Israel threatens to take Lebanese land and ramps up Beirut bombing in escalating war
1+ hour, 38+ min ago (947+ words) As the US-Israeli war with Iran continues to spread, Lebanon's capital city has become the latest target. Chief international correspondent Bel Trew reports from Beirut on a city under fire Israel has threatened to take Lebanese land as it ramped…...
Iran’s plan for ‘surprise drone attack’ on US soil intercepted by FBI
1+ day, 6+ min ago (215+ words) Iran's plan for "surprise drone attack' on US soil intercepted by FBI'The Independent Iran's plan for "surprise drone attack' on US soil intercepted by FBI - The FBI issued an alert in February warning California police departments that Iran was plotting…...
Miami PD pleads with properties to help them stop high-rise social media stunts
20+ hour, 55+ min ago (228+ words) Miami Beach police have pleaded with property managers in the area to help crack down on social media influencers performing social media stunts on high-rise buildings. Police have noted the "concerning trend" known as "Urban Exploration," which involves individuals trespassing…...
American stuck in Israel describes life under rocket fire
23+ hour, 47+ min ago (709+ words) Joy Rosenthal flew to Israel for her nephew's bar mitzvah and a cousin's wedding just before the launch of Operation Epic Fury. Speaking from Jerusalem, she tells US Travel Editor Ted Thornhill the next flight home might not be until…...
US was responsible for Iran girls’ school bombing, initial inquiry finds
1+ day, 4+ hour ago (134+ words) US was responsible for Iran girls" school bombing, initial inquiry finds'The Independent Stay up to date with notifications from The Independent Notifications can be managed in browser preferences. Swipe for next article US was responsible for Iran girls" school bombing,…...
Trump says ‘practically nothing left to target’ in Iran
1+ day, 3+ hour ago (604+ words) President Donald Trump says bombing campaign against Tehran will be over "soon" and insists: "Any time I want it to end, it will end" President Donald Trump has said there is "practically nothing left to target" in Iran and that…...
FBI warns that Iran could launch drones at West Coast
17+ hour, 12+ min ago (114+ words) FBI warns that Iran could launch drones at West Coast'The Independent FBI warns that Iran could launch drones at West Coast - The FBI has warned California police departments about potential Iranian drone attacks on the West Coast, according to an…...
Trump claims ignorance as Pentagon admits US struck Iranian girls’ school
18+ hour, 20+ min ago (17+ words) Trump claims ignorance as Pentagon admits US missile struck girls" school where Iran says 170 died'The Independent...