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Israeli airstrikes on the village of Mashghara in the Bekaa Valley have resulted in at least 12 fatalities and additional injuries, according to Lebanon’s state-run National News Agency. The attacks, described by the Israeli military as targeting over 100 Hezbollah sites, coincide with escalating tensions and a fragile ceasefire.
US military conducts strikes on Iranian missile launch sites and boats in the Strait of Hormuz, asserting self-defence amidst ongoing ceasefire discussions.
Starbucks Korea has experienced a “very significant” decline in sales following backlash over its marketing campaign referencing the 1980 Gwangju Uprising. Shinsegae Group chairman Chung Yong-jin publicly apologised, emphasising accountability for the incident, as public calls for boycotts escalate in response to the controversy.
Donald Trump has criticised the UK’s response to the Iran war, calling it ‘very disappointing’. Amidst contradictory statements, he emphasised that countries, including Britain, should help secure the Strait of Hormuz. Further clarification on his stance is expected in upcoming press conferences.
Joe Kent, Trump’s top counterterrorism official, resigned, citing lack of imminent threat from Iran amid the ongoing war.
Iran’s Revolutionary Guard Corps has threatened to target over a dozen US companies in the Middle East, urging the evacuation of American industries. Companies include ExxonMobil, Boeing, and Microsoft. The IRGC warns residents near these facilities to leave immediately.
British Airways has suspended all flights to Israel, the United Arab Emirates, Jordan, and Qatar due to escalating dangers from the Iran War. The airline’s cancellations extend until the summer, impacting travel plans significantly. Those affected should check for updates on airspace reopening.
EUROPE MORNING BRIEFING
Kaja Kallas will propose changes to the EU naval mission mandate today, as pressure mounts to secure access to the Strait of Hormuz amidst significant global oil supply disruptions.
Dubai’s main airport suspended flights after a drone strike ignited a fuel tank fire, stranding thousands of British travellers. Many Emirates flights were cancelled or diverted; passengers should stay updated as operations gradually resume.
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