Iran
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Four US crew killed as Middle East conflict escalates
Four US crew members died when a military refuelling aircraft crashed in western Iraq, as the conflict in the Middle East intensifies.
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Oil prices surge above $100 despite record reserve release
Major economies’ record oil reserve release failed to stabilize prices amid ongoing conflict and significant supply disruptions, raising market concerns.
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WATCH | US, Israel air strikes hit oil depot in Tehran while effects of war are felt globally
US and Israeli strikes hit an oil depot in Tehran on Saturday, marking the first reported attack on the Islamic republic’s oil infrastructure.
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Kuwait airport, Saudi Arabia targeted as Iran presses Gulf attacks
Gulf nations reported missile and drone attacks Sunday, while Iran vowed to press on with strikes against neighbouring countries.
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WATCH | Animated map of bombardment of Iran, while US starts using UK bases for ‘defensive’ Iran operations
Britain’s defence ministry said the US had begun using the military sites for “specific defensive operations to prevent Iran firing missiles into the region”.
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Middle East war rages into second week: Witness describes explosion over Dubai Airport
The Dubai Media Office described “a minor incident resulting from the fall of debris after an interception” in a post on X, but also denied reports circulating.
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Midde-Ooste-krisis: ‘Skrikwekkend maar veilig’, sê Suid-Afrikaners in Golflande
Suid-Afrikaners in Dubai, Doha en VAE deel hul ervarings met NovaNews te midde van Iran se aanvalle op VSA-basisse in Golflande.
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Shipping companies tell vessels to steer clear of Gulf amid regional conflict
Major shipping companies suspend Gulf navigation and tell vessels to take shelter as Iran-US-Israel conflict escalates, affecting Strait of Hormuz.
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Iran’s supreme leader killed in US-Israeli strikes as region erupts
Iran’s supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei confirmed dead after massive US and Israeli air strikes. Fresh blasts were heard across the Gulf region on Sunday.
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Ramaphosa calls for dialogue amid Middle East tensions
President Ramaphosa urges dialogue over military action as Middle East tensions escalate, calling for diplomatic solutions and international law compliance.
