This is Beirut 18/06 20:20 - Reading : less than a minute
Iran announced Wednesday heavier internet curbs, accusing Israel of misusing the network for military purposes amid ongoing fighting between the longtime foes. "Temporary restrictions have been imposed on users' access to the internet," the communication ministry said in a statement carried by Fars news agency, adding that the decision was due to ...
This is Beirut 18/06 18:40 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
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Israel and Iran exchanged fire again on Wednesday, the sixth day of strikes in their most intense confrontation in history, fueling fears of a drawn-out conflict that could engulf the Middle East. Here are the latest developments: Israel Says Hit 'Internal Security' HQ Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz said Wednesday that air force jets had ...
Rayan Chami 18/06 18:15 - Reading : less than a minute
On June 13, 2025, Israel launched a massive preemptive aerial campaign—codenamed Operation Rising Lion—striking approximately 100 Iranian targets, including nuclear facilities, military bases, missile depots, and command centers across Tehran, Natanz, Isfahan, and other strategic locations. The strikes focused heavily on uranium enrichment ...
Yara Germany 18/06 17:30 - Reading : 5 minute(s)
Since Friday, as military tensions between Iran and Israel have erupted into open confrontation, one word has echoed across military briefings and geopolitical analyses: centrifuges. On Wednesday morning, the Israeli military announced fresh strikes on centrifuge production sites near Tehran. This marks the latest in a series of Israeli attacks ...
Mario Chartouni 18/06 16:20 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
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As Israeli airstrikes and Iranian missile launches intensify across the Middle East, Iraq finds itself trapped in a precarious position amid a mounting diplomatic and military storm. Still fragile after decades of conflict, the country’s geographic and strategic location leaves it exposed to the escalating rivalry between two powerful regional ...
Natasha Metni Torbey 18/06 15:05 - Reading : 6 minute(s)
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Six days into open war between Iran and Israel, the Hebrew State operates one of the most advanced air defense systems in the world, intercepting Iranian missiles over a vast arc spanning Lebanon, Syria and Iraq. Behind this technological feat lies an intricate network of radars, artificial intelligence and international military cooperation. How ...
This is Beirut 18/06 14:45 - Reading : 5 minute(s)
Iran's supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei said Wednesday the nation would never surrender as demanded by President Donald Trump and warned the United States it would face "irreparable damage" if it intervenes in support of its ally. The speech came six days into the conflict, with Trump demanding Iran's "unconditional ...
Amal Chmouny 18/06 10:35 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
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As tensions escalate in the Middle East, a significant shift in US foreign policy under President Trump appears to be underway. Amid the growing tensions between Israel and Iran, particularly following Israel's aggressive military campaign against its adversary, President Trump faces a complex decision: to engage militarily in an already volatile ...
Alissar Boulos 18/06 08:40 - Reading : 6 minute(s)
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The conflict between Israel and Iran entered its sixth consecutive day on Wednesday with no sign of de-escalation, as both countries exchanged fresh missile strikes overnight. Israeli warplanes targeted several high-value sites in and around Tehran, while Iran responded by launching hypersonic missiles toward Tel Aviv and warning Israeli civilians ...
This is Beirut 18/06 06:05 - Reading : less than a minute
Israeli airstrikes pounded Iran’s capital early Wednesday, just a day after U.S. President Donald Trump called for Iran’s “unconditional surrender.” A powerful explosion echoed through Tehran around 5 a.m., following a series of blasts that shook the city during the early hours before dawn. One of the strikes appeared to ...
This is Beirut 17/06 23:15 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
Israel and Iran exchanged fire again on Tuesday, the fifth day of strikes in their most intense confrontation in history, fueling fears of a drawn-out conflict that could engulf the Middle East. The adversaries have for years waged a shadow war through proxies and covert operations, with Israel fighting Iranian-backed groups such as Hamas since ...
This is Beirut 17/06 22:15 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
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In response to the situation of Lebanese citizens stranded in the Turkish city of Antalya, the Ministry of Public Works and Transport announced three return options, following instructions from Minister Fayez Rasamny. This initiative aims to ensure the safety of Lebanese nationals and facilitate their swift return home. Option 1: Via ...