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| UK military could ‘potentially’ be used to defend Israel |
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The chancellor has told Sky News that UK military assets could “potentially” be used to help defend Israel, and the government is “not ruling anything out”. Rachel Reeves said that while the UK is calling for de-escalation in the region, it is also sending military assets, including fighter jets, “to protect ourselves and also potentially to support our allies”. The chancellor went further than the prime minister last night, who confirmed the movement of military assets, but refused to say if they could be used to help Israel. She also warned about rising oil prices and disruption to key trade routes in the Middle East, which could see inflation in Britain. “But we do have important assets in the region,” she continued. “And it is right that we send jets to protect them. And that’s what we’ve done. It’s a precautionary move, and at the same time, we are urging de-escalation.” Asked what the UK government would do if the Israelis requested the deployment of assets to support their operations, Ms Reeves reiterated that there has been no UK involvement so far and would not get in to “operational decisions for the future”. She said: “This is a fast moving situation. Israel has every right to defend itself. We also are very concerned about Iran’s nuclear deterrent.” She continued: “We have, in the past, supported Israel when there had been missiles coming in. I’m not going to comment on what might happen in the future. But so far we haven’t been involved. We’re sending in assets to protect ourselves and also potentially to support our allies.” Pushed on the question of what the UK would do if Israel asked for support with its operations, the chancellor replied: “I’m not going to rule anything out at this stage. It’s a fast moving situation, a very volatile situation. But we don’t want to see escalation.” |
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| World News |
| Iran tells Qatar, Oman it won’t negotiate with US ‘while under attack’ |
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Mediators Qatar and Oman were told by Iran that Tehran “will not negotiate while under attack,” an official briefed on the talks says, amid a massive exchange of strikes between Israel and the Islamic Republic. The report appears to be referring both to negotiations for a ceasefire with Israel and the resumption of negotiations with the US for a new nuclear deal. “The Iranians informed Qatari and Omani mediators that they will only pursue serious negotiations once Iran has completed its response to the Israeli pre-emptive strikes,” the official tells AFP. Iran has also made it “clear that it will not negotiate while under attack,” the source adds on condition of anonymity because of the sensitivity of the talks. “Reports Iran has approached Oman and Qatar with a request to engage the United States to broker a ceasefire with Israel and potentially renew nuclear negotiations are inaccurate,” the source says. |
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| Israel News |
| Massive Devastation in Bat Yam: Six Killed, 100 Injured |
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Iran launched dozens of ballistic missiles and drones at Israel overnight (Saturday to Sunday), with sirens sounding across the country. A direct hit in the city of Bat Yam caused widespread destruction. Rescue forces confirmed the deaths of six people: a 60-year-old woman, an 80-year-old woman, a 55-year-old woman, an 18-year-old boy, a 10-year-old boy, and a young girl. Medical teams treated 99 others: four in serious condition, seven moderately injured, and 88 with light injuries. Search and rescue teams, including army, police, and firefighters, continue working at the collapsed site. Seven individuals are still missing. Bat Yam’s mayor, Zvika Brot, said over 20 people are unaccounted for and six buildings will need to be demolished. Emergency personnel described scenes of extensive destruction. MDA teams treated more than 120 casualties across the area and evacuated them to hospitals. United Hatzalah’s mental health units assisted many suffering from trauma. MDA paramedic Yosef Kurdi said, “A 14-storey building was directly hit. We treated around 65 people, including one woman who died at the scene. All casualties were evacuated to hospitals from a central triage point.” |
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| 25 people injured in Iranian missile barrage on Israel |
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25 people were injured early Monday morning, including a 10-year-old boy in serious condition, two others were moderately injured, and the rest sustained light injuries, in a barrage of dozens of missiles launched from Iran toward Israeli territory shortly before 4:00 a.m. According to Israel Fire and Rescue Services, two high-rise residential buildings in the Gush Dan region sustained direct hits in the Iranian missile barrage. Eight rescue teams were dispatched to extricate people trapped under the rubble. Magen David Adom teams are providing medical treatment to several lightly injured individuals and victims of shock. Search and rescue operations are ongoing at all impact sites to locate additional casualties. Meanwhile, it was reported that unmanned aerial vehicles were intercepted near Eilat and near Rosh Hanikra. |
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| Trump says ‘it’s possible’ US will get involved in Iran-Israel conflict, while urging deal |
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US President Donald Trump said Sunday that the US could become involved in the Iran-Israel conflict, while adding that he would be “open” to his Russian counterpart, Vladimir Putin, helping mediate. According to ABC News, the Republican president also said talks over Iran’s nuclear program were continuing and that Tehran would be more inclined to make a deal now that the Islamic Republic was trading massive strikes with Israel. There has been no public indication of negotiations continuing since Israel launched its offensive in Iran early Friday, and Tehran canceled Sunday’s planned sixth round of talks with Washington. |
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| National Security Council Warns: Avoid Returning to Israel via Jordan or Sinai |
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The National Security Council (NSC) is warning against the dangers of private initiatives to return to Israel through land routes via neighboring countries. The National Security Council issued a warning on Sunday afternoon to Israelis stranded abroad who are considering returning to Israel through Jordan or Egypt. |
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| Israel’s El Al cancels all flights until June 19, some until June 23 |
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Israel’s El Al Airlines announced on Sunday that it has suspended all flights until at least June 19, with additional cancellations to many European cities extending to June 23, due to the ongoing conflict between Israel and Iran. The Israeli flag carrier had earlier suspended all flights until June 17, with Israel’s airspace still closed. |
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| Israel’s airspace closed: How to enter, leave during Iran escalations – explainer |
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Sailing and flying from Cyprus (Larnaca): Cruises can cost hundreds of euros per person, but there are smaller ships from Herzliya, Tel Aviv, or Ashkelon that cost several thousands per person. A flight from Larnaca to Europe will cost around a few hundred more euros, depending on your destination, but there are flights available. Flights via Jordan (Aqaba or Amman): Security officials recommend traveling via Aqaba, which shortens the time you have to stay in Jordan. However, it requires leaving your car in Eilat and arranging travel over the border, or just taking a taxi at the cost of around NIS 1,350 because domestic flights in Israel have been suspended. A one-way flight from Aqaba to Larnaca on Royal Jordanian costs around 200 euros and a taxi from Aqaba airport to Eilat costs around $20. Flights via Egypt (Sharm el-Sheikh): Crossing all land border crossings will cost around NIS 200 per person in fees, regardless of whether it is to Egypt or Jordan. However, the National Security Council has also warned Israelis not to spend time in the Sinai Desert or Jordan, as well as to update their medical insurance for travel. |
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