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Explosions in Iran as US launches new strikes
Explosions reported to have been heard in northwestern Iran's Tabriz, as well as capital Tehran and southern Iran.
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Iran war live: US launches new attacks; Hegseth says war has cost $37.5bn
New attacks Trump threatens to bomb a suspected Iranian nuclear site called Pickaxe Mountain 'very heavily'.
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Moldova chooses new prime minister as it pushes for EU membership
Political newcomer Vasile Tofan inherits Moldova's push to join the European Union by 2030.
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Trump administration attacks US left, alleging Cuba ties: Key takeaways
US report says the beleaguered government in Havana is the 'connective tissue' of a global 'anti-American coalition'.
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Lebanese army deploys in ‘pilot zones’ under US-backed plan
The Lebanese army has begun deploying in three southern towns as part of a US-backed framework agreement with Israel.
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Zelenskyy replaces Ukraine military chief after protests
Replaced military chief Syrskyi clashed with former Defence Minister Fedorov, whose removal last week led to protests.
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How will Khalil al-Hayya’s leadership shape Hamas?
Newly named Hamas leader al-Hayya faces pressure to cede power amid Gaza's fragile ceasefire.
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Iran holds funerals for children killed in Minab school strike
Iran has held funerals for 32 children killed in a US strike on a school in Minab, Iran on February 28.
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US defence chief Hegseth puts Iran war cost at $37.5bn so far
Latest cost comes as Hegseth and Joint Chiefs Chairman Caine seek a $1.5 trillion budget, including $70bn for Iran war.
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Drone shows scorched landscape after Spain wildfire
A drone has revealed what remains of this forest after a wildfire burned through over 30,000 hectares of it.
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US funding cuts deal blow to global HIV treatment: Report
UNAIDS chief calls for 'radical change' as aid cuts gut HIV clinics and treatment worldwide.
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French parliament passes social media ban for under-15s
President Emmanuel Macron, who has championed the initiative, wants the ban in effect before the upcoming school year.