IN PHOTOS | War in Iran enters 5th day

Israel and the U.S. launched a new wave of strikes on Iran on Wednesday, prompting more missiles and drones fired from Tehran toward Israel.

4 Mar, 19:31 — 4 Mar, 19:31

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Why this matters

The ongoing conflict in Iran, involving major global powers like the US and Israel, represents a significant escalation of regional tensions. The humanitarian impact on Iranian civilians and the potential for broader regional involvement, as seen with Turkey, underscore the critical geopolitical implications of this war.

Key entitiesIran United States Israel Turkey Tehran

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What 2 sources agree on, dispute, and miss

What sources agree on

The war in Iran has entered its fifth day
US and Israel are conducting strikes on Iran
Iran is retaliating with missiles and drones towards Israel
Civilians in Iran are experiencing significant hardship due to the conflict

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US-Israeli strikes on Iran are constant

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Iranians are experiencing daily strikes, internet blackouts, and security crackdowns

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Turkey has been drawn into the conflict

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Turkey's involvement in the conflict

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Internet blackouts and security crackdowns in Iran

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Outlet rating This story

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cbccenter-leftcenter-leftneutralHighreports on US-Israeli strikes, regional escalation

BBCcentercenter-lefturgentHighemphasizes civilian suffering, US-Israeli actions

Coverage leans: center-left

The coverage generally leans center-left, with a focus on the humanitarian impact of the conflict and the actions of Western powers.

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BBCHigh91d ago

'Every day feels like a month': Iranians describe life under 'constant' US-Israeli strikes

Iranians are coping with daily strikes, internet blackouts, and security crackdowns - all while trying to stay in touch with loved ones.

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cbcHigh91d ago