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A Timeline of the Tensions Between the Islamic Republic of Iran and the U.S.
ByNeil MacFarquhar March 15, 2026March 16, 2026

The governments of both countries have repeatedly cast the other as evil, perpetuating a cycle that has culminated in the present war.

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As Rockets Fly Overhead, Residents of Israel’s Border City Stay Underground
ByIsabel Kershner and Amit Elkayam March 15, 2026

The Israeli government evacuated Kiryat Shmona during the last round of fighting with Hezbollah in 2023. Residents who were told it was safe to return are again under fire.

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Israeli-backed Palestinian militias step up operations against Hamas in Gaza
ByJason Burke in Jerusalem March 13, 2026

Armed groups appear to have increased their firepower as they carry out raids deep in Hamas-controlled territoryPro-Israel Palestinian militia have launched repeated raids, clandestine assassination and abduction operations deep inside parts of Gaza co…

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Israel Begins Assault in Southern Beirut, Raising Fears of Wider Incursion
ByEuan Ward, Aurelien Breeden, Erika Solomon and Thomas Fuller March 5, 2026

As the war with Iran threatens to engulf more countries in the region, President Trump said he wanted to be involved in picking a new leader in Tehran.

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Iran’s Friends Include China and Russia. But Where are They Now?
ByBen Hubbard March 5, 2026

Iran maintains ties with a range of countries, including Turkey, India, Russia and China. Yet in this war, their support is mostly rhetoric.

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At least 22 people dead after pro-Iran protests in Pakistan and Iraq
ByWilliam Christou in Beirut and Shah Meer Baloch in Islamabad March 1, 2026

US government buildings in Karachi and Baghdad targeted by crowds after killing of Ayatollah Ali KhameneiAt least 22 people are dead following pro-Iran demonstrations in Pakistan that have seen hundreds of people march on the US consulate in Karachi. S…

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Netanyahu Takes His Shot at Regime Change in Iran
ByDavid M. Halbfinger February 28, 2026February 28, 2026

The United States and Israel have declared their war aim as paving the way for a popular uprising against the government in Tehran.

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Israeli Intelligence Agent Charged in Smuggling Goods Into Gaza
ByNatan Odenheimer February 26, 2026

The indictment against an agent of the Shin Bet security agency added to a growing list of Israelis accused of exploiting their positions in the security forces to profit from the war in Gaza.

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Israeli Intelligence Agent Charged in Smuggling Goods Into Gaza
ByNatan Odenheimer February 26, 2026February 26, 2026

The indictment against an agent of the Shin Bet security agency added to a growing list of Israelis accused of exploiting their positions in the security forces to profit from the war in Gaza.

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Disputes over Hamas disarmament stall Gaza peace plan progress
ByJulian Borger in Jerusalem February 25, 2026

Hamas to almost certainly reject plan described in Israeli press, say experts, as no guarantee Israel will withdraw on surrender of weaponsProgress in the Gaza peace plan has stalled over disagreements on how Hamas should be disarmed, with Israel threa…

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