Middle East War Enters Day 14 as Strikes Escalate Across Region
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The ongoing war between Israel, Iran, and allied groups intensified overnight, with attacks reported in Lebanon, Iran, Iraq, Saudi Arabia, and the Gulf region, while global concerns grow over energy supplies and regional stability.
Beirut Strikes
An Israeli airstrike targeted a member of the Iran-backed militant group Hezbollah in the Lebanese capital Beirut, the Israeli military said.
Israel continued striking areas of Beirut early Friday, warning it could expand military operations and seize territory in Lebanon if Hezbollah does not halt its attacks against Israeli targets.
Debris Hits Building in Dubai
Authorities in Dubai said debris from an intercepted aerial attack struck a building in the city center, after loud explosions were heard across the financial hub.
Witnesses reported buildings shaking while a large cloud of smoke rose over a central area of the city.
Strikes Reported in Tehran
Iranian media, including Fars News Agency, reported that US and Israeli strikes hit parts of Tehran, with explosions causing buildings and homes to shake.
French Soldier Killed in Iraq
A French soldier was killed during an attack in the autonomous Kurdistan Region, according to French President Emmanuel Macron.
The death marks the first French military casualty since the war expanded following US-Israeli strikes on Iran.
The pro-Iranian armed group Ashab al-Kahf warned that French interests in Iraq and the wider region would be targeted after the deployment of a French aircraft carrier.
Iran Launches New Missile Wave
The Israel Defense Forces said Iran launched another barrage of missiles toward Israel early Friday.
Air defense systems intercepted several missiles, but emergency services reported two people injured in northern Israel.
Saudi Arabia Intercepts Drones
The defence ministry in Saudi Arabia said its air defenses intercepted and destroyed multiple drones that entered the kingdom’s airspace.
Officials confirmed that at least 12 drones were intercepted, while others were shot down earlier amid ongoing regional attacks.
US Refueling Plane Crashes in Iraq
The US military confirmed that a Boeing KC-135 Stratotanker crashed in western Iraq.
A second aircraft involved in the incident landed safely. Officials said the crash was not caused by hostile fire.
Iran’s Supreme Leader Vows Revenge
Iran’s new supreme leader Mojtaba Khamenei vowed to avenge Iranian casualties from the conflict.
Iranian officials say he was wounded during the initial strikes that killed several members of his family. His exact condition and location remain unclear.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu called on him to “show his face.”
Trump: War Moving Rapidly
US President Donald Trump said the war against Iran was progressing quickly.
Speaking at the White House, Trump said the US military campaign was “moving very rapidly” and described American forces as “unsurpassed.”
Israel Targets Basij Forces
Israel’s military said it struck checkpoints in Tehran operated by the Basij, which is affiliated with the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps.
The strikes were part of a broader campaign targeting Iranian security infrastructure.
Airstrikes Near Iraq-Syria Border
Airstrikes near the Iraq–Syria border killed at least 11 fighters from Iran-backed armed groups.
Iraqi authorities condemned the attacks on positions belonging to Popular Mobilization Forces, also known as Hashed al-Shaabi.
Strait of Hormuz Tensions
Iran denied laying mines in the Strait of Hormuz, after US officials claimed American forces had struck Iranian mine-laying vessels.
Iranian authorities said ships from some countries were still being allowed to pass through the narrow shipping lane.
Oil Market Shock
The International Energy Agency warned that the war is causing the largest oil supply disruption in history.
According to the agency, global crude production has fallen by at least eight million barrels per day, as Gulf producers cut output amid rising regional tensions.
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