Donald Trump said withdrawing from the 2015 Iran nuclear deal stopped Iran from obtaining a nuclear weapon. He blamed Barack Obama and Joe Biden for supporting what he called a dangerous agreement.

Israel will reopen the Kerem Shalom crossing to allow gradual humanitarian aid into Gaza after a security review. The Rafah crossing with Egypt remains closed.

A couple in Israel went ahead with their wedding despite rocket fire from Iran and nationwide event cancellations. The ceremony was relocated to a kibbutz lawn beside a bomb shelter and held with a limited number of guests.

The Gur hasidic leadership has directed students to avoid large Purim celebrations and public gatherings this year. Festivities, prayers, and the traditional reading of the Scroll of Esther will be scaled back and limited to small groups.

Israel and the United States have expanded strikes across Iran, prompting broader regional retaliation and raising fears of rapid escalation. Experts say the conflict now threatens the survival of Iran’s leadership, with internal instability and a potential power struggle underway.

The Gulf states initially sought neutrality and dialogue to avoid conflict with Iran. But as Iranian strikes hit their territory, that stance is becoming harder to maintain, raising questions about their next move.

President Donald Trump said the United States and Israel have sunk ten Iranian ships and killed top leaders in a sweeping military campaign. He called the operation the last and best chance to eliminate threats from Iran and warned of overwhelming force if Tehran retaliates.

Richard Littlejohn claims Keir Starmer’s hesitation over allowing United States air strikes from British bases has damaged the transatlantic alliance. He argues the decision makes Britain appear unreliable and weak on the world stage.

Sir Ed Davey said British nationals living in Dubai should help fund the Armed Forces amid rising tensions with Iran. His comments drew criticism from Isabel Oakeshott, while the Prime Minister reaffirmed the duty to protect citizens abroad.

Escalating strikes on Iran by the United States and Israel have put pressure on the United Kingdom to choose between alliance loyalty and military restraint. Keir Starmer faces a delicate balancing act as he tries to avoid deeper involvement in the conflict.

A massive study found that long-term exposure to air pollution significantly increases the risk of Alzheimer’s disease. Researchers say polluted air may directly damage the brain, highlighting air quality as a major public health issue.

The Israel Defense Forces released footage of female aircrew members and a pilot conducting airstrikes on Iran as part of Operation Roaring Lion. About 30 women are participating in the mission, according to the military.