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The Times of India
The Times of India
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TOI World Desk

US-Iran war spreads: Israel bombs Hezbollah targets in Beirut; Gulf nations vow to defend themselves — key points

A joint US-Israeli attack on Iran has killed Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and triggered retaliatory strikes across the region, escalating tensions and raising fears of a wider conflict.

Israeli strikes targeted Tehran, while Iran responded with drones and missiles aimed at Israel and sites around the Gulf. Gulf states have pledged to defend themselves against Iranian attacks, while a missile barrage in Jerusalem left seven people injured.

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