Iran Attacks
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China's air defence system HQ-9B explained: How US-Israel strikes breached Iran's shield
Explainers | Mar 01, 2026, 09:26 PM ISTCoordinated US and Israeli airstrikes deep inside Iranian territory have placed Tehran’s air defence architecture under intense scrutiny. At the centre of the debate is the Chinese-origin HQ-9B long-range surface-to-air missile system, integrated into Iran’s layered defensive grid.
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Explosions heard near Dubai International Airport, Burj Khalifa as Iran widens retaliatory strikes
World | Mar 01, 2026, 02:31 PM ISTReports of explosions near Dubai International Airport and the Burj Khalifa area have intensified fears of a broader regional escalation as Iran expands its retaliatory actions. US-linked installations across the Gulf were also reportedly targeted, prompting heightened security measures.
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Iran hits US airbases in Bahrain, Kuwait, UAE, says time has come to defend homeland | 10 Points
World | Feb 28, 2026, 03:48 PM ISTIran responded to the campaign as it had been threatening to do for months - it first launched a wave of missiles and drones targeting Israel. Then later, it began apparently targeting US military installations in Kuwait and Qatar as explosions could be heard.
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Israel strikes six military airports in Iran, destroys 15 aircraft and helicopters | Top Updates
World | Jun 23, 2025, 03:01 PM ISTThe Israeli military has confirmed conducting coordinated air strikes on six Iranian military airports located in Tehran, Mashhad, Dezful, and other regions. The strikes reportedly damaged runways, underground bunkers, and destroyed 15 Iranian aircraft and helicopters, including F-14, F-5, and AH-1.
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Why did US move its military fleet from Qatar's Al Udeid airbase amid mounting Israel-Iran conflict
World | Jun 20, 2025, 02:14 PM ISTAs per the satellite images taken by Planet Labs PBC, around 40 military aircraft were visible on the tarmac at Al Udeid Air Base as of June 5, including Hercules C-130 transport planes and various reconnaissance aircraft.
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World leaders react to Iran's missile attack on Israel amid fear of full scale escalation
World | Oct 02, 2024, 03:21 PM ISTIran fired a salvo of ballistic missiles at Israel on Tuesday in retaliation for Israel's campaign against Tehran's Hezbollah allies in Lebanon. Israeli army radio said nearly 200 missiles had been launched into Israel from Iran.
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Israel-Iran War HIGHLIGHTS: Israel, US vow retaliation for attack, Tehran warns of 'consequences'
World | Oct 02, 2024, 11:18 PM ISTMost stocks held firm on Wednesday, while oil prices and some safe haven assets rose, suggesting that the market impact of escalating Middle East tensions has been contained for now.
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Khamenei's first reaction after Iran launches missiles at Israel, threatens 'stronger attacks'
World | Oct 02, 2024, 07:21 AM ISTIran's paramilitary Revolutionary Guard claimed that 90 per cent of missiles it launched against Israel hit their targets successfully. However, Israel said the majority of the incoming missiles were intercepted by Israel and a defensive coalition led by the United States.
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Iran could launch 'significant' attack on Israel, possibly this week, claims US
World | Aug 13, 2024, 06:57 AM ISTConsidering the looming threat of a widened war in the Middle East, the Pentagon on Sunday ordered the deployment of guided missile submarines.
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What are Israeli PM Netanyahu's options after Iran's unprecedented direct attack? Explained
Explainers | Apr 17, 2024, 11:08 PM ISTThe suspected Israeli attack on the Iranian embassy in Syria and Tehran's subsequent retaliation have sparked global alarm over a possible all-out war in the Middle East. Israel has warned that Iran's missile and drone attacks will be met with a response and Tehran has threatened a harsher response.
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Iranian President Raisi warns 'massive response' to Israel's 'tiniest invasion' as rivalries deepen
World | Apr 17, 2024, 08:52 PM ISTIran launched 300 missiles and drones in retaliation for an airstrike on its embassy compound in Damascus on April 1, that killed 12 including a military commander. The world is now on edge for a possible Israeli retaliation that is certain to escalate into a wider conflict in the Middle East.
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Israel will retaliate against Iran, says UK Foreign Minister; PM Sunak urges restraint amid tensions
World | Apr 17, 2024, 06:43 PM ISTCameron's statement marks the starkest warning of a further escalation of tensions in the region after Iran directly attacked Israel on Saturday for the first time in decades. Iran launched some 300 missiles and drones in retaliation for a suspected Israeli attack on an Iranian embassy in Syria.
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Netanyahu ignoring phone calls of world leaders except Biden as military chief vows to take revenge
World | Apr 16, 2024, 12:37 PM ISTWhile Israeli leaders have hinted at retaliation, the government is under heavy international pressure not to further escalate the conflict — especially after the Iranian strike caused such little damage.
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Iran attack on Israel risks provoking an uncontrollable regional escalation, say G-7 leaders
World | Apr 15, 2024, 07:33 AM ISTG-7 leaders released a joint statement after a conference call among them initiated by US President Joe Biden. Their emergency meeting commenced hours after Iran's rare airstrike against Israel.
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'Heavier and regrettable response': Iranian President Raisi's staunch message to Israel and US
World | Apr 14, 2024, 06:48 PM ISTThe statement came after Iran’s Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian said his country has no intention of continuing the military operation against Israel but added it would respond if the US and Israel plan any counterattack on Tehran.
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'US will not help Israel if it launches counterattack against Iran': Biden tells Netanyahu
World | Apr 14, 2024, 04:28 PM ISTWhile speaking over the phone, the US President staunchly told Netanyahu that he "would not help Israel", if the military attempted any aggression against Tehran.
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Israel-Iran tensions: What is Iron Dome and how it works? EXPLAINED
World | Apr 14, 2024, 01:53 PM ISTThe Iron Dome is part of a larger multi-layer air-defence system that includes the Arrow, which intercepts long-range ballistic missiles, and also David’s Sling, which intercepts medium-range missiles such as those believed to be possessed by Hezbollah in Lebanon. Read the full story to know more.
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Israel claims Hamas rejects hostages deal, PM Netanyahu warns to attack Gaza 'with full force'
World | Apr 14, 2024, 10:40 AM ISTAccording to PM Netanyahu, the rejection of the proposals showed that Yahya Sinwar, the leader of Hamas in Gaza, did not want a deal and was trying to exploit tensions with Iran and bring about a regional escalation of the conflict.
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Biden vows 'revenge' as political pressure mounts after Iran-backed militias kill American soldiers
World | Jan 29, 2024, 12:45 PM ISTAmerican forces in the Middle East have been attacked more than 150 times by Iran-backed forces in Iraq, Syria, Jordan and off the coast of Yemen since the Israel-Hamas war erupted in October.
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Pakistan, Iran agree to 'tone down' tensions after tit-for-tat missile attacks | World News
News | Jan 20, 2024, 06:33 PM ISTPakistan and Iran on Friday agreed to tone down tensions to the spirit of 'mutual trust and cooperation' after tit-for-tat missiles against each other. watch the video to know more!