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At least 19 hajj pilgrims dead in Saudi Arabia: Jordan, Iran officials
At least 19 Jordanian and Iranian pilgrims have died during the hajj pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia due to extreme heat. The Jordanian foreign ministry confirmed 14 deaths from sunstroke, while the Iranian Red Crescent reported 5 deaths in Mecca and Medina. Saudi Arabia, where the hajj takes place, has implemented heat mitigation measures, including providing water and advice to pilgrims to protect themselves from the sun.
Israel pounds Gaza refugee camp as war enters ninth month
Israeli forces bombed a Gaza refugee camp following a deadly strike on a UN-run school, leading to international condemnation. The conflict, sparked by Hamas's attack on Israel, has killed thousands and displaced millions in Gaza. Efforts to mediate a ceasefire have stalled, with Hamas yet to respond to US President Biden's proposal. The conflict has escalated, with Gaza facing attacks from land, sea, and air, as Israel accuses Hamas of using civilian infrastructure for military purposes.
Bodies of Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi, others transported to Tabriz city
The bodies of Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi, the foreign minister Amirabdollahian, and other officials killed in a helicopter crash were transported to Tabriz city in Iran. where they will be buried in East Azarbaijan province. Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei paid tribute to Raisi. The country mourned the deaths and held an urgent government meeting.
Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi and Foreign Minister Amirabdollahian dead in helicopter crash
Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi, 63, and his foreign minister Hossein Amirabdollahian were confirmed dead in a helicopter crash. Rescue teams faced harsh conditions to reach the wreckage in East Azerbaijan province. Initial reports suggest the helicopter hit a mountain peak. Raisi's presidency was marked by strict moral laws, crackdowns on protests, and intense nuclear negotiations.
What we know about the crashed helicopter carrying Iran's president
A Bell 212 model helicopter, developed by Bell Helicopter for Canadian military, crashed in Iran, killing top officials. The aircraft, known for its versatility, is used globally for various purposes. Non-military organizations like Japan's Coast Guard operate it. Iran, a major buyer of Bell and Agusta helicopters, has a history of aviation competence.
Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi's moments before helicopter crash captured on video
Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi and Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian tragically died in a helicopter crash near Azarbaijan border, sparking national mourning. Raisi was seen as a potential successor to Supreme Leader Khamenei. He was travelling in a US-made Bell helicopter.
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Israel took over key Gaza crossing. What next?
The Israeli flag flies over Gaza's Rafah crossing, controlled by Israeli troops for two weeks. Egypt has refused to reopen its side while under Israeli control, blocking aid to Gaza. The closure worsens the humanitarian crisis for Gaza's 2.4 million people, with warnings of famine. The crossing was taken over by Israel, accusing it of being used for terrorism. Aid deliveries through Rafah have been crucial, with most aid trucks entering Gaza through it before the closure.
Iran President's helicopter crash: Authorities dispatch forces to site after rescue teams detect 'fuel smell'
Iran's search operation for the crashed helicopter carrying President Ebrahim Raisi intensified, with the Iran Red Crescent and IRGC chief Major General Hossein Salami on-site in East Azerbaijan. The helicopter, which made a "hard landing," carried Raisi, Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian, and other officials. Several countries, including Russia and Turkey, have sent rescue teams and equipment to assist. The EU activated its rapid response mapping service, while Iran expressed gratitude for international support in the search and rescue efforts.
PM Modi expresses concern over Raisi's helicopter incident, says "we pray for well-being of Iranian President"
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has expressed concern over Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi's helicopter incident and said that India stands in solidarity with people of Iran in this hour of distress. PM Modi said that he is praying for well-being of Raisi and the leaders accompanying him onboard the chopper.
PM Modi condoles Iranian president Raisi's death in helicopter crash
Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed deep sadness and shock over the tragic death of Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi in a helicopter crash. He highlighted Raisi's efforts to strengthen India-Iran relations. The crash occurred in the Dizmar forest in East Azarbaijan Province, with nine people on board including the foreign minister and governor. The wreckage, caused by heavy fog, resulted in fatalities and burn injuries.
Iran president dead: What we know so far about the mysterious crash of the helicopter?
On Monday, Iranian state television announced the death of President Ebrahim Raisi. As of Monday morning, rescuers had not yet reached the site, though they spotted the helicopter approximately 2 kilometers away at dawn. Reports indicate slim chances of survival. Several countries have expressed concern and offered help. The crash occurred in Iran's East Azerbaijan province, which is notorious for its harsh weather conditions and dense fog.
Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian, who died in chopper crash, was Iran's anti-Western top diplomat
Iran Helicopter Crash: Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian, known for his anti-Israel stance and ties to the Revolutionary Guards, tragically died in a helicopter crash with President Ebrahim Raisi. Amir-Abdollahian sought to end Iran's isolation, restore ties with Saudi Arabia, and navigate US sanctions. His diplomatic career was marked by efforts to revive negotiations on Iran's nuclear program, with strong links to the IRGC. He was born in 1964 in Damghan and held degrees from the University of Tehran.
Iran President Helicopter Crash: Iranian President Raisi and Foreign Minister Amirabdollahian have died, say news reports
An Iranian official has informed Reuters that President Ebrahim Raisi and Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian have died in a helicopter crash in Iran's East Azerbaijan province, near the border with Azerbaijan. The helicopter was returning from a trip to inaugurate a dam with Azerbaijan's President Ilham Aliyev. The crash occurred in the Dizmar forest between the cities of Varzaqan and Jolfa, with reports suggesting it was forced to make a hard landing due to bad weather and fog. Mohammad Mokhber would assume the presidency under the Iranian constitution in the event of Raisi's death.
Israeli airstrike in southern Gaza city of Rafah kills at least 9 Palestinians, including 6 children
Israeli airstrike in Rafah killed nine, including Abdel-Fattah Sobhi Radwan, Najlaa Ahmed Aweidah, Rawan Radwan, Ahmed Barhoum, Alaa, escalating Middle East tensions amid ongoing offensive against Hamas.
Iran, Israel appear to pull back from brink as US approves military aid
Iran downplayed Israel's reported retaliation for its unprecedented drone and missile attack, tamping down fears that escalating attacks between the arch enemies could tip over into a broader war in the Middle East.
Should send rockets not at each other, but rather to the stars: Elon Musk amid heightened Israel-Iran tensions
After reports of Israeli strikes on Isfehan city in Central Iran, Tesla CEO Elon Musk suggested redirecting rockets to space instead of using them for conflict on Earth. Israel reportedly launched missile strikes against Tehran early Friday morning, although confirmation of strikes in Syria and Iraq was not provided by a senior US official.
Iran’s better, stealthier drones are remaking global warfare
Iran's drone technology is reshaping global conflicts, with drones based on Iranian designs being used in various countries, including Sudan, Syria, and Ukraine. These drones, like the Zagel-3 based on Iran's Ababil model, are becoming increasingly sophisticated and are used by militias and militaries worldwide. Iran's drone industry, fueled by sanctions and innovative methods to circumvent them, is a key element of its military strategy, allowing it to project power and influence far beyond its borders.
Iran blames Israel, vows revenge after Guards die in Syria strike
Israel has been accused of intensifying strikes targeting senior Iranian and allied figures in Syria and Lebanon -- both backers of the Palestinian militant group Hamas -- raising fears that the Gaza conflict could expand further throughout the region.
Iran vows revenge after biggest attack since 1979 revolution
Iran's elite Revolutionary Guards and First Vice President Mohammad Mokhber have pledged revenge for the recent explosions at a ceremony commemorating top commander Qassem Soleimani, who was killed by a U.S. drone in 2020 in Iraq. Mokhber stated that a strong retaliation would be delivered by the soldiers of Soleimani.
Iran blames Israel, US for deadly blasts near grave of Guards General Soleimani
The two explosions -- labelled a "terrorist attack" by state media and regional authorities -- came amid high Middle East tensions over the Israel-Hamas war in Gaza and the killing of a Hamas senior leader in Lebanon on Tuesday.
Hamas says Israel strike in Lebanon kills its deputy chief Saleh al-Aruri
Israel has previously announced the killing in Gaza of Hamas commanders and officials during the war, but Aruri is the most high-profile figure to be killed, and his death came in the first strike on the Lebanese capital since hostilities began.
US fighter jets strike Syria after attacks by Iran-backed militia
The U.S. air strikes took place at roughly 4:30 a.m. on Friday (0130 GMT) near Abu Kamal, a Syrian town on the border with Iraq, and were carried out by two F-16 fighter jets using precision munitions, a U.S. defence official said. "These precision self-defence strikes are a response to a series of ongoing and mostly unsuccessful attacks against U.S. personnel in Iraq and Syria by Iranian-backed militia groups that began on October 17," U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said in a statement.
Death toll from Afghanistan's quake rises to 1,150 people
In the district of Gayan, at least 1,000 homes were damaged by the earthquake. Another 800 homes in the Spera district of Khost province were also damaged. While modern buildings withstand magnitude 6 earthquakes elsewhere, Afghanistan's mud-brick homes and landslide-prone mountains make such quakes more dangerous.
Massive 6.4 quake jolts Iran; 1 dead, 47 injured
A massive earthquake measuring 6.4 on the Richter scale followed by an almost as intense aftershock and more than 17 other tremors, jolted Iran, killing at least one person and injuring 47 others, according to official media.
Magnitude 5.9 quake injures nearly 290 in western Iran
Houshang Bazvand, governor of the affected province of Kermanshah, told IRNA that eight of the injured had been hospitalised and the rest were released after treatment.
Afghanistan President Ashraf Ghani's visit: Ready to take forward Chabahar port project, says PM Narendra Modi
Moving to strengthen ties with Afghanistan, Modi reaffirmed his commitment to take the Chahbahar Port project in Iran forward.
40 workers abducted in Iraq, Ex-ambassador Suresh Reddy despatched to Iraq; New Delhi seeks help of US, Israel, Iran and Turkey
The nurses are stranded in Tikrit, which is under militant control, with many of them holed up in the hospital where they work. Nurses said they are unable to leave the hospital premises.
40 Indians 'uncontactable' in Iraq's Mosul town: External Affairs Ministry
40 Indian workers were untraceable in Mosul town of Iraq even as the govt decided to send former envoy to Iraq Suresh Reddy to strengthen Indian Mission in Baghdad.
Strong Iran quake kills child, causes damage
A strong earthquake of 6.2 magnitude hit southern Iran early today, killing one child and injuring at least 20 others in remote, mountainous villages, state television reported.
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