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US Faces Elevated Terrorism Threats Amid Iran War, Domestic Incidents

The US is experiencing elevated terrorism threats, with federal authorities linking domestic incidents like bomb plots in New York and a ramming attack in Michigan to the backdrop of the ongoing Iran war and cuts at the FBI and Justice Department.

14 Mar, 09:03 — 15 Mar, 06:25
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BBCHigh17h ago

Iraq taking private plane to Mexico for World Cup play-off

Iraq will travel to Mexico by private plane for their World Cup play-off despite calls from coach Graham Arnold to postpone the match amid the escalating US-Israeli war with Iran, the country's FA president Adnan Dirjal says.

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NYTMostly Factual1d ago

At War With Iran, U.S. Sees More Violence at Home

Several incidents, including an attack on a synagogue in Michigan, a shooting in Virginia and a thwarted explosives attack in New York, may be linked to the fighting in the Middle East.

By Campbell Robertson and Tim Arango

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Al JazeeraMostly Factual14h ago

Former CIA chief reveals early knowledge of Israeli attack plans

Former CIA chief David Petraeus says the US attacked Iran to scuttle its ability to defend itself against Israel.

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SCMPMostly Factual14h ago

Turkey says Iran feels ‘betrayed’ by US attacks during nuclear talks

Turkey’s powerful foreign minister said on Saturday that there is no serious initiative to resume negotiations between the United States and Iran but that he believes Iran is open to backchannel talks. The comments by Hakan Fidan came as Ankara is striving to stay out of the widening war in the Middle East. Ankara, which has good relations with both Washington and Tehran, had attempted to mediate a solution between them before the US and Israel attacked Iran two weeks ago, triggering the...

By Associated Press

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France 24High11h ago

Middle East war live: Iran's Revolutionary Guards vow to 'pursue and kill' Netanyahu

Iran’s Revolutionary Guards on Sunday said they would “pursue and kill” Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Natanyahu “with full force”. Meanwhile, US President Donald Trump said he was not willing to agree a deal with Iran to end the war "because the terms aren't good enough yet". Follow our liveblog for the latest updates.

By FRANCE 24

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Times of IndiaMostly Factual13h ago

Middle East crisis: How will Americans pay for the Iran war as oil prices soar

Global oil markets are on edge as the Strait of Hormuz, a vital shipping lane, faces closure due to ongoing conflict. Analysts warn of soaring fuel prices, potentially reaching $150 a barrel, impacting transportation costs and leading to higher prices for consumers. This instability could also pressure the US economy, increasing inflation and recession risks.

By TOI BUSINESS DESK

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hindustan-timesMostly Factual15h ago

Trump warns US may strike Iran's Kharg Island few more times ‘just for fun’

The Kharg Island plays a key role in Iran’s oil network as it hosts the main terminal that manages the country’s oil exports.

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DawnMostly Factual11h ago

Six terrorists killed in joint operation by CTD, Kohat police

KOHAT: Six terrorists were killed in a joint operation in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Kohat district’s Lachi tehsil by the Counter-terrorism Department (CTD) and Kohat police, the police said on Sunday. In a statement, Kohat District Police Officer Shahbaz Elahi said that the CTD and police carried out the operation after receiving intelligence that terrorists were planning to orchestrate a large-scale attack in Lachi. Subsequently, a large contingent of CTD personnel and police launched “a search a...

By none@none.com (Tahir Khan)

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Korea HeraldMostly Factual14h ago

US faces elevated terrorism threats against backdrop of Iran war and cuts at FBI, Justice Department

WASHINGTON (AP) -- In New York City, two men who federal authorities say were inspired by the Islamic State brought powerful homemade bombs to a far-right protest outside the mayoral mansion. In Michigan, a naturalized citizen from Lebanon rammed his vehicle into a synagogue before being shot by security. In Virginia, a man previously imprisoned on a terrorism conviction was heard yelling "Allahu akbar" before opening fire in a university classroom in an attack that officials said ended when the

By The Korea Herald

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ndtvMostly Factual14h ago

US-Israel-Iran War LIVE: Explosions In Manama, Baghdad Base Attacked As War Enters Day 16

The war in the Middle East broke out when the US and Israel attacked Iran on February 28

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in-cyprus12h ago

Iran arrests 20 people accused of being informants to Israel, Tasnim news reports

Twenty people were arrested in northwestern Iran for attempting to cooperate with Israel, Tasnim news agency reported on Sunday, citing a statement by the West Azerbaijan province’s prosecutor office. They are accused of sending location details on Iran’s military and security assets to Israel. Israel has launched a new phase of its assault on Iran, […]

By Newsroom

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express-tribuneMostly Factual17h ago

Six terrorists killed by CTD, police in Kohat operation

Intelligence reports suggested that terrorists present in different areas of Lachi were planning a major attack

By Wisal Yousafzai

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