Explosions rock Tehran as US official warns 'biggest bombing' of war is coming Explosions sent up dark plumes of smoke over Tehran on Saturday as the conflict escalated, with the United States warning of an impending "biggest bombing campaign" of the war. Iranian retaliatory missile strikes targeted Israel, while sirens blared across Bahrain and Saudi Arabia as the fighting expanded beyond regional borders. The violence, which has already claimed lives and caused widespread destruction, shows no signs of abating, with the Trump administration approving a new $151 million arms sale to Israel amid calls for Iran's "unconditional surrender." The attacks on Tehran, which included strikes on military infrastructure and leadership targets, were met with Iranian missile fire directed at Israeli cities. In Jerusalem, loud booms echoed as incoming Iranian missiles prompted residents to seek shelter. The conflict has also drawn in Gulf allies, with Saudi Arabia reporting the destruction of drones aimed at its Shaybah oil field and the interception of a ballistic missile near a US military base. US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent warned in a televised interview that the "biggest bombing campaign" of the war was yet to come, reflecting the administration's escalating stance. Israel confirmed it had bombed an underground bunker believed to be a key Iranian leadership facility, though details of the operation remain scarce. Meanwhile, US President Donald Trump reiterated his refusal to negotiate with Iran without its "unconditional surrender," vowing to support the selection of a "great and acceptable leader" to replace the late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian addressed the crisis on social media, acknowledging ongoing mediation efforts but offering no specifics.#iran #israel #bahrain #saudi_arabia #scott_bessent
Everything we know on the eighth day of the US and Israel’s war with Iran The United States and Israel have been engaged in a full-scale conflict with Iran for eight days, escalating tensions across the Middle East and drawing warnings of potential global consequences. The war has intensified with widespread attacks, displacement of civilians, and growing fears of a broader regional crisis. The United Nations has urged immediate diplomatic efforts to prevent the situation from spiraling further. Key developments include President Donald Trump’s declaration that Iran must achieve “unconditional surrender,” with no specific demands outlined. Trump emphasized that the U.S. and Israel’s primary concern is ensuring the new Iranian leadership treats them favorably, diverging from his earlier calls for the Iranian public to overthrow their government. Meanwhile, the UN Secretary-General has called for urgent negotiations to de-escalate the conflict, warning that the situation could become uncontrollable. Israel has launched a “broad-scale wave of strikes” against Iran, targeting key infrastructure in Tehran. Footage showed Mehrabad airport engulfed in flames, while U.S. Central Command reported over 3,000 Iranian targets struck in the past week. The attacks have resulted in significant casualties, with Iranian state media confirming more than 1,230 deaths, including children. Residents in Iran describe living in constant fear, with many hiding indoors or fleeing villages due to relentless bombardment. An internet blackout has further exacerbated the crisis, leaving people without access to critical information or warnings. In Lebanon, Israeli strikes have continued, targeting Hezbollah command centers. Lebanese state media reported over 200 deaths and nearly 800 injuries from the attacks.#us #iran #israel #united_nations #hezbollah
US-Israel-Iran Conflict Escalates with Saudi Drone Interceptions and US Bombing Threats The escalating conflict between the United States, Israel, and Iran has intensified, with Saudi Arabia intercepting 16 drones near an oil field and the U.S. warning Iran of an impending "biggest bombing campaign" targeting its missile infrastructure. The situation has drawn global attention as the Middle East faces one of its most volatile crises in decades. The war has seen a series of military actions, including missile exchanges, naval strikes, and regional spillover. Iran has launched fresh missiles at Israel, while Israel has expanded its strikes to Hezbollah targets in Lebanon. A U.S. submarine reportedly sank an Iranian warship in the Indian Ocean, marking a significant escalation at sea. Casualties have mounted, with over 1,000 reported dead in Iran and dozens killed in Lebanon and Israel. Tehran is under sustained bombardment, and the search for a successor to Ayatollah Ali Khamenei adds further political uncertainty. The United Nations reports that tens of thousands have fled the Iranian capital. In Washington, Senate Republicans blocked an effort to limit President Trump’s war powers, signaling strong political support for continued military operations. The White House maintains that U.S. ground troops are not part of the current plan but has not ruled out future involvement. The conflict is also disrupting global trade and energy supplies, with missile attacks near the Strait of Hormuz sharply reducing tanker traffic and sending oil prices higher. U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent warned that Iran is facing pressure on two fronts, describing the upcoming strikes as the "biggest bombing campaign" aimed at Iran’s missile infrastructure. He stated that the U.S.#us #iran #israel #saudi_arabia #iranian_capital
Rahul Gandhi says PM Modi 'betrayed the country' by signing US trade deal Rahul said the entry of large and mechanised American agricultural corporations into the Indian market would put small farmers under severe pressure and could lead to "devastation" in the agricultural sector. He further alleged that the country’s energy sector had been compromised and claimed that US President Donald Trump had obtained Indian data through the agreement. #Rahul_Gandhi #trade_deal #deal_Rahul #American_agricultural #mechanised_American #agricultural_corporations #put_small #small_farmers #severe_pressure #Indian_market
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Before The Matrix and The Terminator, there was 'The Creation of the Humanoids' — how an obscure 1962 B-movie set the scene for robot takeover and introduced the concept of centralized intelligence Before modern robots, a 1962 B-movie and 1990s MIT research reshaped machine intelligence. #B-movie_set #MIT_research #research_reshaped #reshaped_machine #robot_takeover #centralized_intelligence #modern_robots
Elder Scrolls wannabe Tainted Grail: The Fall of Avalon gets a 'huge' update overhauling its weaker third act with new locations, quests, enemies and more Painted grail. #Elder_Scrolls #Tainted_Grail #Scrolls_wannabe #wannabe_Tainted #update_overhauling #Grail
