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The US Consulate in Dubai caught fire late Tuesday evening after an Iranian drone strike.
An Iranian drone hit the US embassy in Riyadh, collapsing part of the roof, but with no casualties. Other drone attacks in Kuwait also caused no damage or injuries.
Nearly 1,900 of over 5,450 flights to the Middle East were canceled on Tuesday, according to Cirium. Ryanair is seeing an increase in bookings to Europe for Easter as travelers avoid the Middle East.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha condemned Iran's attack on the US embassy in Saudi Arabia. He stated that Ukraine stands in solidarity with the Kingdom and the United States, and Iran must be held accountable.
The US State Department has urged Americans to leave Middle Eastern countries immediately due to serious security risks. The list includes Bahrain, Egypt, Iran, Iraq, Israel, and Saudi Arabia.
The US Embassy in Jordan temporarily evacuated all personnel due to an unspecified threat. Security warnings in Arabic and English were broadcast from the embassy's loudspeakers.
Residents of the Persian Gulf countries awoke to explosions after night attacks, in which Hezbollah intervened in the conflict. Explosions were recorded in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Doha, Bahrain, Lebanon, Israel, Kuwait, Iran, and Cyprus.
Ukraine expresses solidarity with the Middle Eastern countries affected by Iran's attacks. The Foreign Minister condemned Iran's criminal policy and called for support for the Iranian people.
Due to US and Israeli strikes on Iran and Tehran's retaliatory measures, 8 Middle Eastern countries have closed their airspace. This has led to mass flight cancellations by many major airlines.
Saudi Arabia strongly condemned Iran's actions and violations of the sovereignty of several countries, calling on the international community to resist. The country is ready to provide allies with all capabilities to support any measures against Iran.
Explosions occurred in Tel Aviv, Israel, on February 28. British Airways has canceled flights to Tel Aviv and Bahrain until March 3.
Talks on Iran's nuclear program ended without an agreement due to radical differences. The US demands the elimination of Iran's nuclear facilities, increasing its military presence in the region.
Arab countries sharply condemned the statement by US Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee regarding the expansion of Israeli control over a significant part of the region.
The US is withdrawing approximately 1,000 troops from Syria, concluding a decade-long military operation. American forces have already departed from the Al-Tanf and Al-Shaddadi garrisons, with the remaining bases to be evacuated within two months.
Trump informed Netanyahu of his support for Israeli strikes on Iran if no deal is reached with Tehran. The US is considering options for assistance, including refueling and overflight permits.
Israel's security cabinet has approved measures to expand sovereignty over the West Bank, weakening the Palestinian Authority. This decision will facilitate the seizure of land from Palestinians and the expansion of Jewish settlements.
The USS Abraham Lincoln carrier group and F-35 fighters have arrived in the Middle East. The US is deploying additional air defense assets to protect allies and American troops.
Belgium has not joined the Peace Council initiated by Donald Trump. Belgian Deputy Prime Minister Maxime Prévot stated that his country had not signed the Peace Council Charter.
U. S. President Donald Trump today initiates the signing of the "Peace Council" charter in Davos, an alternative to the UN for resolving global conflicts. Over 25 countries will join, while European leaders express concern, and Ukraine is studying the format.
Saudi Arabia, Turkey, Egypt, Jordan, Indonesia, Pakistan, and Qatar have joined Trump's "Peace Council. " Israel has also confirmed its participation, while Russia is considering the invitation.
Donald Trump has invited a number of countries to his "Peace Council for Gaza" to implement a 20-point plan. The signing ceremony is scheduled for this Thursday in Davos.
Israel denied entry to the West Bank to six Canadian parliamentarians due to alleged ties to a terrorist organization. The Canadian side protested and linked the incident to Canada's political decisions regarding Palestine.
US President Donald Trump has announced "very serious retaliation" after two US servicemen and one civilian were killed in Syria. The attack, which the US blames on the Islamic State group, took place in an uncontrolled part of the country.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup will be held simultaneously in Canada, Mexico, and the USA for the first time, across 16 stadiums, with 48 teams participating. The final will be hosted at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, and Ukraine will play in the qualification playoffs.
Hamas rejected demands for immediate disarmament and the creation of an international guardianship mechanism, undermining Trump's peace plan approved by the UN Security Council. This creates obstacles to stabilizing the region.
The UN Security Council will vote on a US resolution supporting Donald Trump's plan for the future of Gaza. The document has received support from several Arab countries but has drawn objections from Israel and Hamas.
Israel continues to restrict the flow of aid to Gaza, leading to a critical shortage of food and goods, despite the approaching winter. UNRWA Deputy Commissioner-General Natalie Boucly calls for increased pressure on Israel to ensure an unrestricted flow of aid.
Emirates airline intends to equip its fleet with Starlink satellite internet from SpaceX. This could be the biggest victory for Elon Musk's service in the aviation industry.
The Hamas group handed over the body of another hostage to Israel. The identification procedure will take place at the National Institute of Forensic Medicine in Tel Aviv.
Robert Pattinson spoke about the grueling filming of "Dune 3" in the desert, where the heat was so intense that his brain barely functioned. Actors from previous parts also suffered from heatstroke and dehydration due to the harsh conditions on set.