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📅March 6, 2026 at 1:00 PM
Escalating Middle East conflict with US-Iran clashes, Israeli strikes in Lebanon, Iranian drone attacks on Azerbaijan, and regional disruptions dominate global headlines.
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Trump Demands Involvement in Choosing Iran's New Leader

Former President Donald Trump stated he must be involved in selecting Iran's new leader amid ongoing tensions. This comes alongside new footage of American attacks on Iran's air force. Rough weather also disrupts ferries in New Zealand's capital.Source 1

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Iranian Drones Strike Azerbaijan's Nakhchivan Airport

Iranian drones targeted Nakhchivan international airport, with one crashing into the terminal and another near a school, prompting outrage in Azerbaijan. Officials vow retaliation. Explosions reported in Doha from air defense intercepts.Source 2Source 5

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New Israeli Airstrikes Rock Beirut Suburb

Israeli airstrikes hit a Beirut suburb, causing civilians to flee amid fears of escalation. The Lebanon conflict has killed over 100 and displaced 83,000. New footage shows US attacks on Iranian aircraft carrier.Source 2Source 5

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Pentagon Releases Video of US Torpedo Attack on Iranian Warship

The Pentagon shared video evidence of a US torpedo strike on an Iranian warship as the conflict intensifies. Iran continues strikes on US bases across the Middle East. Regional impacts include disrupted oil supplies and flights.Source 3Source 5

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Iranian Missiles Target US Bases in Iraq and Region

Iranian attacks hit US bases near Baghdad and Iranian Kurdish forces in Iraq, killing 175 mostly young girls in a school strike. Saudi Arabia intercepted 10 drones and missiles; debris injured people in UAE and killed a girl in Kuwait.Source 3

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NATO Rules Out Article 5 Over Iranian Strikes in Turkiye

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte stated Article 5 is not under consideration despite Iranian missiles over Turkish airspace. The US vows continued attacks on Iran. UN calls for probe into deadly Iranian girls' school attack.Source 7

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Explosions Over Doha as Air Defenses Intercept Missiles

Euronews reports explosions above Doha from intercepted missiles near the airport and LNG facilities. Qatar's PM rejected Iran's claim of not targeting American assets. National emergency alert issued.Source 2Source 5

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UK Deploys Typhoon Jets to Qatar and Helicopters to Cyprus

The UK announces additional Typhoon fighter jets to Qatar and helicopters to Cyprus amid regional tensions. This bolsters support in the escalating Middle East conflict.Source 2

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Rescuers Search for Survivors After Brazil Nursing Home Collapse

Rescuers race to find survivors following a deadly collapse at a nursing home in Brazil. The incident highlights infrastructure vulnerabilities.Source 2

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AI Ethics Debate: OpenAI Takes US Military Contract Amid Controversy

OpenAI secured a DoD contract after Anthropic refused over ethical concerns like surveillance and autonomous weapons. Public backlash leads to migration to Claude; Anthropic now negotiating terms.Source 10