An Israeli Air Force fighter jet was nearly shot down during operations over Iran, the military says. The mission was completed successfully after the pilot avoided the attempted interception.

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Iran attempted to shoot down an Israeli fighter jet during an airstrike, but the aircraft completed its mission. The Israeli military said the pilot’s actions prevented the interception from succeeding and that operations over Iran will continue.

Donald Trump urged global powers to help secure the Strait of Hormuz as the war with Iran escalates and disrupts oil supplies. Strikes across the region have raised fears of wider instability and a deepening humanitarian crisis.

Exporters are facing steep logistics cost increases due to disruptions caused by the Middle East conflict. The Rajkot Chamber of Commerce and Industry has urged major ports to introduce relief measures similar to those announced by the Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority.

Micheal Martin said the Government is keeping rising fuel prices under active review amid the Middle East conflict. He declined to set a timeframe for any intervention, stressing that measures would be targeted and carefully considered.

Israel and Lebanon are expected to hold direct talks for the first time since the Iran war escalated the conflict. The discussions are set to address ending hostilities and the disarmament of Hezbollah amid mounting casualties and displacement in Lebanon.

Millions have been displaced inside Iran, but relatively few have fled abroad despite ongoing fighting. Neighboring countries and Europe are preparing for a potential surge in refugees if the conflict worsens.

Anya Taylor-Joy dazzled in a burgundy silk dress at a glamorous pre-Oscars party in Los Angeles. The celebration comes ahead of the Academy Awards, which will take place under heightened security measures amid global tensions.

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