Middle East crisis live: Explosions in Tehran as Yemen’s Houthis heighten risks of Iran war

Trump threatens to ‘blow up’ desalination plants in Iran if no deal reached
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Recent reports indicate heightened tensions in the Middle East, with explosions reported in Tehran. Yemen's Houthis are reportedly increasing the risk of war with Iran. According to Iranian state media, Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf stated that the U.S. is secretly planning a ground attack while publicly expressing diplomatic intentions. Ghalibaf, a former IRGC commander, believes Iran is in a major world war and must prepare for a difficult path. The IDF claims to have conducted airstrikes across Tehran, targeting Iranian command centers and weapons sites. A report indicates that US and Israeli airstrikes in Iran between February 28 and March 23 resulted in at least 1,443 civilian deaths, including at least 217 children.
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AI-ExtractedIDF says it has completed 'another wave' of airstrikes across Tehran
Between 28 February and 23 March, HRA recorded at least 1,443 civilian deaths resulting from US and Israeli airstrikes in Iran.
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