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Iran says will make US regret war as oil prices soar
Iran has issued sharp warnings that the United States will face consequences should conflict escalate, as oil markets react with surging prices. The threat comes amid uncertainty surrounding Supreme Leader Khamenei's son, who has not made a public appearance since his nomination despite reports he was wounded. The combination of leadership ambiguity and bellicose rhetoric is rattling energy markets and raising the geopolitical stakes across the region.
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US military refuelling plane crashes in Iraq, rescue efforts are under way
A US military KC-135 refuelling aircraft went down in western Iraq, with rescue efforts underway following the crash. US Central Command confirmed the plane was operating as part of operations against Iran, though officials stressed the incident was not caused by hostile or friendly fire. A second aircraft involved in the mission landed safely.
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The Palestinians forced to demolish their own homes by Israel
Palestinians in East Jerusalem face a near-impossible bureaucratic gauntlet when seeking Israeli building permits, leaving many families with no choice but to construct homes without authorization. Israeli authorities then issue demolition orders — and in a cruel twist, force residents to tear down their own properties or face steep fines for the state doing it instead. The practice has drawn sharp criticism from human rights groups who argue it amounts to a systematic effort to shrink Palestinian presence in the city.
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Oil stays above $100 a barrel amid Iran’s stranglehold on Strait of Hormuz
Global oil prices are holding firm above $100 a barrel as Iran tightens its grip on the Strait of Hormuz, threatening a critical artery through which roughly a fifth of the world's oil supply flows. The standoff is rattling energy markets already strained by the prospect of a prolonged Middle East conflict. Traders and policymakers alike are bracing for further price shocks if diplomatic efforts fail to ease tensions.
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US military announces rescue effort after fueling aircraft crashes in Iraq
A US military fueling aircraft went down in Iraq, prompting an immediate rescue operation following the crash. Authorities confirmed two aircraft were involved in the incident, with one landing safely. No fatalities have been reported so far, though the situation remains active.
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