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Israel launches largest aerial offensive against Iranian nuclear sites as conflict enters second week
32 mins agoPentagon confirms deployment of additional carrier strike group to Eastern Mediterranean
1 hr agoThousands of civilians flee southern Lebanon as UN warns of deepening humanitarian crisis
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European leaders call emergency summit over escalating Middle East conflict
France and Germany push for unified diplomatic response as fears of a wider regional war mount. EU foreign ministers to convene in Brussels on Monday.
3 hrs agoIran retaliates with ballistic missile barrage targeting Israeli military installations
At least 30 missiles intercepted by Iron Dome, but several impact sites reported near Negev bases. No immediate casualty figures released.
4 hrs agoGlobal oil markets in turmoil as Strait of Hormuz shipping faces disruption
Brent crude surpasses $142 per barrel amid fears of prolonged supply shortages. OPEC convenes emergency session to discuss output stabilisation.
5 hrs agoUS State Department orders non-essential embassy staff to leave Beirut and Baghdad
American citizens in the region urged to shelter in place or depart on commercial flights while they remain available.
6 hrs agoChina and Russia urge restraint as UN Security Council holds marathon session
Beijing warns against further escalation while Moscow blames Western arms supplies for intensifying the crisis. Veto threats stall resolution efforts.
7 hrs ago