Israel to Retrieve Domestic Travelers from Overseas Locations
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17:25 Israel to Repatriate Stranded Citizens 😎
Red alert for those Israelis abroad! El Al, Israel's national airline, announced they'll be operating special rescue flights from multiple destinations (Larnaca, Athens, Rome, Milan, Paris) starting tomorrow. Around 150,000 Israelis are currently stuck abroad, and travellers will be contacted with the flight details as they're revealed. 🛫🇮🇱
16:57 Merz Praise for Israel's Courage 🤝
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz paid tribute to Israel for its bold attack on Iran, seeing it as a service to all Western allies. "That's the dirty work Israel is doing for us all," Merz said during a chat with ZDF on the sidelines of the G7 summit in Canada. 🤝🏽
16:34 Fischer: Iranian Mullah Regime Cornered 🚫
As tensions intensify in the Middle East and the conflict becomes a hot topic at the G7 summit, political scientist Klemens Fischer points out that it's mostly the Iranian mullah regime that needs to act. US President Trump may try to broker a solution, but the real pressure is on Tehran. 🤝🇮🇱
16:07 Trump's Demand: Real End to Iranian Nuclear Program 🔥
Trump is pressing for a "real end" to Iran's nuclear program, not just a ceasefire, reports say. For the Iranian nuclear program to be smashed, Israel would need a special bunker-busting bomb like those only possessed by the US military. 🔥
15:42 Iran Fires Gobs of Missiles at Israel 💥
Iran has launched around 30 missiles at Israel since last night. Although most have been intercepted, there have been several ground hits, Israeli military spokesman Effie Defrin confirmed. A bus was reportedly ablaze after a missile strike at a parking lot in a city north of Tel Aviv, injuring five people. 🤷♂️
15:15 Wadephul: No US Intervention Likely 🚫
State foreign minister Wadephul of Germany doesn't expect the US to intervene militarily in Israel's war with Iran. If US facilities were attacked, however, the US would defend itself, Wadephul told Welt TV. 🤷♂️
14:52 Arab, Turkish Nations Want Ceasefire 🕯️
Many Arab states and Turkey have spoken out against Israel's attacks on Iran, calling for an immediate cessation of hostilities. The goal should be a comprehensive ceasefire, they said in a joint statement. The states, including Algeria, Egypt, Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait, Libya, Mauritania, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Sudan, and Turkey, also urged the Middle East to become a region free of nuclear weapons. 🌍
14:29 US Unable to Evacuate Citizens in Israel 🤷♂️
The US Embassy in Jerusalem confirms that it is unable to "evacuate or directly support" American citizens leaving Israel. The embassy remains closed today, and all US government employees and their families should stay home or nearby until further notice. 🤷♂️
14:03 Videos Show Destruction of Iranian Fighter Jets 🛫
Footage released by the Israeli military appears to show the destruction of multiple Iranian combat aircraft at a Tehran base. Simultaneously, Israeli Army spokesperson Effie Defrin reports the death of the highest-ranking commander of the Iranian Revolutionary Guards, Ali Shadmani. 🛫🇮🇱
13:46 Katz Warns Iran: Saddam's Fate 💎
Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz warns that Iran's supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, could meet the same fate as Saddam Hussein, currently an ex-Iraqi dictator, if he continues pursuing war crimes and firing rockets at Israeli civilians. 💎
13:22 Abdullah II: Middle East Conflict Has Global Risks 🎯
King Abdullah II of Jordan issues a warning of the dangers of escalating conflicts and instability in the Middle East and beyond while addressing the European Parliament. The attack on Iran by Israel risks escalating tensions and no one can be sure where the battlefield will end. ⚔️
12:57 Trump Threatens Harsh Response to Iran 💣
"Game on," says US President Trump, threatening a firm response to Iran if it attacks US troops in the Middle East. "If they do anything to our people, we will strike back hard," Trump told reporters after returning from the G7 summit in Canada. 💣
12:35 Iran Condems G7 Statement on War 😠
Tehran has sharply criticized the G7's statement on the conflict between Israel and Iran, stating that it ignores the "flagrant aggression of Israel" against Iran and the "illegal strikes on our peaceful nuclear infrastructure." 😡
12:15 Weber: Israel Doing Dirty Work, USA Providing Threat 🤝🤝
According to military expert Joachim Weber, Israel is doing the dirty work in Iran, while the US is backing them up behind the scenes. However, a US entry into the conflict can't be ruled out completely. 🤝🤝
11:57 Trump Hasn't Tried to Contact Iran 🤐
US President Trump denies trying to reach out to Iran for talks to end the conflict peacefully. "If they want to talk, they know how to reach me," Trump wrote on Truth Social. 🤐
11:34 Iran Claims Hit to Mossad HQ in Israel 💥
The Iranian Revolutionary Guard claims to have hit the headquarters of Israel's Mossad intelligence agency in Herzliya with an attack on Israel. This was reported by Iranian state television, with pictures showing a massive plume of smoke rising from a building. 💥
11:17 China Advises Citizens to Leave Israel via Jordan 🤷♂️
China is advising its citizens to leave Israel, urging them to cross into Jordan as soon as possible through the land border. Many civilian facilities have been damaged, leading to an increase in civilian casualties and worsening the security situation. 🤷♂️
10:25 3 Dead in Iranian Attack in Lorestan 💥
Reports suggest that 21 people have been killed in an attack on the city of Lorestan, Iran, with three people confirmed dead. The perpetrators were said to be "infiltrators," according to an Iranian MP, with Israel possibly playing a role. 💥
10:00 Iran Launches Drone Attacks on Israel 🛫
Following its rocket attacks on Israel, Iran has launched another wave of attacks using kamikaze drones. The attacks are expected to intensify, according to Kiumars Heidari, commander of the Iranian ground forces. 🛫
09:38 China Advises Citizens to Leave Israel 🇨🇳
China is advising its citizens to leave Israel as tensions rise between the two countries. The border crossing into Jordan is recommended for the safest evacuation route. 🇨🇳
09:18 3 Dead After Israeli Strike on Kashan 💥
According to Iranian media, three people have died in an Israeli strike on Kashan, Iran. Explosions were also reported in several other locations across the country. 💥
08:52 Israel: Top Commander of Revolutionary Guards Killed 💥
Israel's military announces the death of General Major Ali Shadmani, a key commander of the Iranian Revolutionary Guards, in an air strike overnight on Tuesday. There's no confirmation from Iran yet. 💥
08:22 Iran Fires "Rain of Rockets" on Israel 💥😏
Iran has launched a new round of rocket attacks on Israel, with Iranian media describing the onslaught as a "rain of rockets." Populations are being advised to return to shelters while Israel's air defense systems work to intercept the threats. 💥😏
08:05 Iranian Broadcaster IRIB: Three Employees Killed in Israeli Attack 💥
Three employees of Iran's state-owned broadcaster IRIB were killed in an Israeli attack, according to the outlet. Several others were injured, with IRIB resuming operations after the attack. 💥
07:40 Trump Departs G7 Summit Early 🛫
US President Trump boards Air Force One at Calgary airport, leaving the G7 summit in Canada early. Trump claimed in a post on Truth Social that French President Emmanuel Macron has got things all wrong about his departure from the summit. "Whether intentional or not, Emmanuel always gets it wrong," Trump wrote. 🛫
07:22 Israel Boosts Attacks on Iran 💥😏
Israel has intensified its attacks on Iran, reportedly destroying "dozens" of storage facilities and launch sites for surface-to-surface and surface-to-air missiles in western Iran. However, Iranian counterattacks have had minimal impact due to Israel's defense system. 💥😏
07:02 German Government Supports Trump's Move 🤝
The German government has expressed its support for US President Trump following his early departure from the G7 summit due to developments in the Middle East. "Following intensive and productive discussions on global economic issues, trade, and resource security, the German government understands President Trump's early departure from the G7 group," a spokesperson said in Kananaskis, Canada. 🤝
06:42 Nouripour Warns of Nuclear War with Iran 💣
Omid Nouripour, Vice President of the Bundestag and an Iran native, has urged maximum restraint to de-escalate the conflict and protect civilian populations in Israel and Iran, paving the way for diplomatic solutions. Nouripour emphasized the real danger of a nuclear-armed Iran, calling for diplomatic pressure on Israel. 💣
06:20 US Proposes Talks with Iran
The Community and Employment policies of various nations, especially Israel and those with significant political and military involvement in the region, are being affected by the ongoing war-and-conflicts in the Middle East. Meanwhile, general-news outlets are closely following the political implications and global repercussions of these events, offering constant updates on the situation. The conflict has also raised concerns about the stability and safety of the region, affecting the lives of citizens and potentially leading to employment adjustments and policy changes within impacted communities.
