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In a significant escalation of the Middle East conflict, Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh was assassinated in Tehran. Iran blames Israel and vows retribution. Haniyeh was in Iran for the presidential inauguration and has been a key figure in Hamas for nearly two decades. His death adds to the already high tension following the recent violence between Israel and Hamas.
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As Israel and Hezbollah's conflict heats up in Lebanon, Hezbollah's leader, Hassan Nasrallah, has warned Cyprus to avoid letting Israel use its bases for attacks. Nasrallah threatens Cyprus with retaliation if it becomes part of the conflict. Cyprus aims to stay neutral despite having previously allowed Israeli air drills over its territory.