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Iran retaliates with wave of missiles after promising ‘crushing response’ to Israel attack

Donald Trump has also waded into the conflict, urging Iran to make a deal before ‘there is nothing left’.

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Firefighters in Tehran, Iran (L) and police in Tel Aviv, Israel (R) responding to attacks.

Fears of all-out war as Israel launches ‘preemptive’ strikes against Iran

Iran has vowed revenge after Israel attacked several nuclear and military sites, killing top officials and scientists.

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The strikes appeared to be the most significant attack Iran has faced in decades.

UN votes overwhelmingly to demand ceasefire in Gaza

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A boy wounded during an Israeli army strike is carried into the Al-Shifa hospital in Gaza City on Tuesday. The UN has voted overwhelmingly in favour of a ceasefire in the enclave.

Starving Gazans shot dead as celebrity activists detained

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The Madleen, accompanied by Israel's navy, has arrived at the Israeli port of Ashdod. (AP PHOTO)

Eagle-eyed worker discovers war medals in landfill

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Tim, a heavy machinery operator spotted an unusual container that had the 4 medals in it.

Israel boards aid boat carrying Greta Thunberg to Gaza

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Israel has vowed to block an aid vessel carrying Greta Thunberg and other activists from reaching Gaza ‘by any means necessary’.