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Iran

Videos show explosions after a series of strikes hits Isfahan in central Iran

Massive explosions and thick plumes of smoke rose in Isfahan after a powerful wave of strikes hit central Iran on Wednesday. The attacks follow earlier US strikes in the same region that triggered a large fireball. Tehran retaliates with strikes on Gulf facilities and missile launches toward Israel.

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Fire at chemical plant in Russia’s Nizhnekamsk leaves three dead

Footage shows thick smoke rising over an industrial site in Nizhnekamsk, western Russia.

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Moment US strike sends massive fireball into sky over Iran’s Isfahan

Large explosions and fires were seen over Isfahan, a central Iranian city hosting military and nuclear facilities.

Afghanistan

400 killed in Pakistan strike on Kabul hospital, says Afghanistan

Afghanistan has accused Pakistan of killing at least 400 people and injuring 250 others in an airstrike on a hospital in the capital Kabul.

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Netherlands

Explosion damages Jewish school in Amsterdam, no injuries reported

Amsterdam Mayor Femke Halsema denounced the explosion at the school in Amsterdam on Saturday as a "cowardly act of aggression" targeted at the Jewish community.

Qatar

Qatari forces intercept Iranian missiles as Doha fire contained

On day two after US strikes on Iran, Tehran continued to launch missile and drone attacks across the Gulf, including Qatar, raising regional tensions and prompting authorities to advise residents to stay vigilant.

United Arab Emirates

Euronews journalists in Dubai report multiple drone attacks on residential areas

Euronews journalists in Dubai report explosions and missile strike on a residential area, with fires engulfing buildings and evacuations underway. Correspondent Jane Witherspoon says panic spread as people fled the Palm tourist district following the latest blasts.

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Sirens sound in Jerusalem and Tehran after Israeli strikes on Iran

Air raid sirens and explosions were reported in Haifa, Jerusalem and Tehran after Israel launched what it described as coordinated strikes on Iran.

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Ukraine probes deadly Lviv blasts that killed police officer

Ukraine probes twin blasts in Lviv that killed a young policewoman and injured dozens, as Zelenskyy reports arrests and Russia is suspected.

Iran

Explosions reported in Iran, Israel denies involvement

A powerful explosion rocked the southern Iranian port city of Bandar Abbas earlier today. Reports are coming in of more explosions.

Greece

At least four people dead in fire at Greek biscuit factory

According to the fire brigade, a powerful explosion preceded the fire and most of the factory building has collapsed.

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Netherlands: Gas leak causes explosion and fire in central Utrecht

Gas leak explosion in Utrecht's historic centre injures four, damages buildings, and displaces 100 residents. Mayor says return may be delayed due to debris.

Netherlands

Explosion in the Netherlands injures at least four and causes damage

Officials called on the local population to stay away from the area, as emergency services rushed to the scene.

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Explosion and fire in Utrecht cause building collapses and injuries

A large blast in Utrecht caused several buildings to collapse, injuring at least four people. Emergency services are still searching for potential victims.

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Videos show explosions in Venezuela's capital Caracas

Videos showed explosions in Venezuela's capital Caracas and the coastal city of Higuerote in the early hours of Saturday.

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Crans-Montana: Mourners pay tribute after deadly fire at Swiss ski resort

People gathered at a makeshift memorial in Crans-Montana to remember victims of a deadly bar fire during New Year celebrations.