Chaos in the Middle East: Live Updates +++ 10:34 Iranian Foreign Minister Arrives in Turkey on Saturday
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10:15 Death Toll Rises in Gaza Strip as Israeli Forces Attack According to Hamas-controlled Civil Defense, at least 18 people have been killed in Israeli army attacks in the Gaza Strip. 15 of these deaths occurred while innocents were waiting for aid distribution, while three more were killed in attacks near Gaza City. Hamas authorities have previously accused the Israeli army of killing people who gather near aid distribution centers.
Politics Peace Elusive as Netanyahu Promises Security The Israeli Prime Minister vows only peace with Palestinians, but it's just empty promises.
09:53 Evacuation of Japanese Citizens from Israel and Iran The Japanese government is preparing for the evacuation of its citizens from Israel and Iran due to the escalating situation in the Middle East.
09:28 Attack on Iran Ready Some question whether the USA will intervene in the Middle East conflict.
Politics Trump Attacked for Approving Iran Attack Plan Trump's former advisor, John Bolton, criticizes him for expressing a willingness to negotiate with Iran, only to have Israel attack Iran's nuclear facilities without his consent. Bolton believes Trump merely wants to appear involved in the situation.
09:15 Israeli Forces Claim to Kill Hezbollah Commander in Lebanon The Israeli army claims to have eliminated a Hezbollah commander in southern Lebanon.
08:52 Israeli Strikes on Natanz Nuclear Facility Intensify The Israeli army admits to bombing the Natanz nuclear facility overnight – Iran's main facility for uranium enrichment.
08:33 Internet Shutdown Cripples Communication in Iran The Iranian government has cut off internet access for over 12 hours, leaving citizens largely without global communication.
08:12 Hospital Attacked in Southern Israel Air raid sirens have been heard in several parts of Israel, signaling rocket attacks originating from Iran. The Soroka Hospital in southern Israel has been hit, causing "heavy damage in several areas." At least 32 people were injured in Beersheba, many of them civilians.
07:51 US Embassy in Qatar Increases Security Measures The US Embassy in Qatar has restricted access to the Al Udeid Air Base due to security concerns amid ongoing regional hostilities.
07:29 Iran Rocket Hits Hospital in Southern Israel A hospital in southern Israel has been hit in a massive Iranian rocket attack, causing injuries.
Politics Merz Accused of Insensitive Remark Regarding Israel's "Dirty Work" German Chancellor Friedrich Merz faces criticism for his choice of words expressing support for Israel's attack on Iran's nuclear facilities. Merz had called it the "dirty work Israel is doing for us all."
07:12 Iran Reports Attack Near Heavy Water Research Reactor Israel attacks an area near the heavy water research reactor in Chondab, part of Iran's nuclear program. The facility was evacuated before the attack, and there is no reported radiation risk.
06:43 Bolton Skeptical of Trump's Involvement in Conflict Trump's former national security advisor, John Bolton, expresses doubt that Trump was directly involved in Israel's decision to attack Iran. Bolton believes Trump now wants to present himself as an actor in the situation, but does not expect any further intervention.
06:15 Israeli Ambassador Defends Merz's Words Israel's ambassador, Ron Prosor, defends German Chancellor Friedrich Merz against criticism of his choice of words regarding Israel's attacks on Iran's nuclear facilities, saying Merz is "describing the realities in the Middle East with his choice of words."
Politics "Insensitive and Wrong" - Criticism of Merz's Statement on Israel's "Dirty Work" German Chancellor Friedrich Merz is criticized for his choice of words expressing support for Israel's attacks on Iran's nuclear facilities, with politicians calling his statement "insensitive," "wrong," and "dangerous."
05:44 Report: USA Preparing for Attack on Iran This Weekend According to Bloomberg, the US is preparing for a possible attack on Iran in the coming days, with some insiders referring to plans for an attack this weekend.
04:42 Chief of Staff Calls Iran's Leadership a "Terror Regime" Thorsten Frei, the Chief of Staff, defends Chancellor Friedrich Merz's remarks regarding Israel's attacks on Iran's nuclear facilities, pointing out the threat posed by a nuclear-armed Iran and the potential for Iranian missile technology to reach European targets.
03:47 Netanyahu Thanks Trump for "Support" Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu thanks US President Donald Trump for his "support" in defending Israel against Iran. Israel continues its operation against Iran, targeting nuclear sites, rockets, headquarters, and symbols of power.
Politics US President Remains Silent on Netanyahu's Thank You for Support US President Donald Trump does not respond to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's public expression of gratitude for his support in the conflict with Iran.
02:47 Iran Warns USA Against Military Intervention Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister Majid Takht-Ravanchi threatens retaliation if the US decides to intervene militarily alongside Israel, emphasizing that Iran will "do whatever is necessary to protect our people and our interests."
Politics "Scandal, Double Standards, Choice of Words" - Criticism of Merz's Statement on Israel's "Dirty Work" German politicians from the opposition and the SPD criticize Chancellor Friedrich Merz for his choice of words expressing support for Israel's attacks on Iran's nuclear facilities, labeling his statement as "scandalous," "double standards," and a "choice of words" issue.
01:46 Foreign Minister Wadephul Meets with Iranian Foreign Minister Germany's Foreign Minister, Johann Wadephul, plans to meet Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi on Friday to discuss a diplomatic solution to the conflict between Israel and Iran.
Politics "If the Chancellor Seeks Contact" Putin Offers Merz a Conversation Russian President Vladimir Putin offers to talk with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, expressing his willingness to discuss the situation in the Middle East and potential ways to ensure the peaceful use of atomic energy in Iran.
00:57 Putin Says Iran Peaceful Use of Atomic Energy Possible Russian President Vladimir Putin suggests that peacefully using atomic energy in Iran could help Israel overcome its fear of a nuclear-armed Iran, noting that he has proposed this idea to both the US and Israel.
23:57 Report: Trump Approves Plan to Attack Iran, But Has Not Given the Order According to The Wall Street Journal, US President Donald Trump has approved plans to attack Iran but has not yet issued the order.
23:15 updated Israeli Military Reports New Wave of Attacks on Tehran** In recent hours, the Israeli military has launched another wave of attacks on Tehran, striking over 20 sites, including uranium centrifuge production facilities, sites for nuclear weapons development projects, and missile factories.
22:08 Trump Wants "Total, Complete Victory" US President Donald Trump reiterates his desire for a "total, complete victory" over Iran, expressing dissatisfaction with the term "ceasefire."
Politics "We Must Do What We Must Do": Trump Wants "Total, Complete Victory" Over Iran German Chancellor Friedrich Merz faces criticism for his choice of words expressing support for Israel's attack on Iran's nuclear facilities, with Iran summoning the German ambassador to Tehran to discuss the matter.
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Political discussions about a diplomatic solution have been initiated, as Germany's Foreign Minister plans to meet Iran's Foreign Minister on Friday.Despite criticisms, military actions and threats of further escalation continue, with the USA preparing for a possible attack on Iran and Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Majid Takht-Ravanchi expressing the threat of retaliation if the US intervenes militarily alongside Israel.
