An Israeli airstrike in Syria resulted in the demise of a senior Iranian Revolutionary Guards member.
The attack, targeting Syrian soil, eliminated a high-ranking figure, escalating tensions in the region.
This event marked a significant development, highlighting ongoing conflicts between Israel and Iran, and underscoring the volatile nature of the situation in Syria amidst geopolitical rivalries.
Syriaâs former Foreign Minister Farouk Al-Sharaa has agreedâunder a secret dealâto drop Damascusâs longstanding claim to the Golan Heights in exchange for undisclosed political and security guarantees from Israel. If confirmed, the move would mark a historic shift in Middle East geopolitics, potentially opening the door to broader normalization between the two countries.
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Giant billboards of Donald Trump and Syrian President Ahmed Al-Sharaa have appeared in Damascus, thanking Trump for lifting U.S. sanctions on Syria. The hoardings read âStrong Leaders Make Peaceâ and âSyrian People Thank You.â This follows Trumpâs June 30 executive order ending broad sanctions to support Syriaâs post-Assad regime. Al-Sharaa, a controversial former Al-Nusra figure, has pledged inclusive governance. Trump met him in May, calling him âtoughâ and âattractive,â marking the first U.S.-Syria leader meeting in 20+ years.
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At the 17th BRICS Summit in Rio, Turkey's Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan delivered a chilling warning: Israelâs unchecked aggression could spiral into global instability. Fidan accused Tel Aviv of reversing decades of development through its war in Gaza and said multilateral institutions are now facing a legitimacy crisis.
He called on the international community to act before itâs too late. His warning came amid growing BRICS concerns over AI weaponization, global peace, and economic fairness. Fidan alleged that Israel has used artificial intelligence as a tool of warfare, fueling unrest from Gaza to Yemen. With over 57,000 dead in Gaza and rising tensions across Lebanon, Syria, and Iran, BRICS leaders are urging urgent reforms. The summit, already focused on AI governance and peacekeeping, now confronts the fallout of Israelâs regional ambitions and the Westâs blind eye.
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Tens of thousands of anti-government protesters rallied across Israel, with central Tel Aviv's Habima Square becoming the epicenter of a nationwide outcry. Demonstrators demanded a swift deal with Hamas to secure the release of Israeli hostages held in Gaza and to bring an end to the devastating war. The weekly protestsânow growing in volume and urgencyâreflect rising frustration with Prime Minister Netanyahuâs failure to return captives and prevent further bloodshed.
Protesters waved signs, lit torches, and chanted slogans condemning the ongoing conflict, accusing the government of prioritizing political survival over human lives. The rallies, echoed in junctions and cities nationwide, mark a tipping point in public opinion, with families of the hostages leading the charge. Calls for accountability, peace negotiations, and immediate action to end the war are intensifying.
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Iranâs foreign minister, Abbas Araghchi, has ruled out hasty or âillâconsideredâ diplomacy with the US unless explicit guarantees are made. Speaking to diplomats in Tehran, he condemned last monthâs US and Israeli strikes on Iranian nuclear sites as a betrayal of diplomacy, demanding assurances that aggression will not repeat if talks resume. Araghchi emphasized Tehranâs focus on securing national interests and accountability from Washington. He warned European nations that invoking the UN âsnapâbackâ sanctions would be as damaging as military action and could end their role in nuclear diplomacy. Iran insists its victorious counterâstrikes, including its missile attack on alâUdeid base in Qatar, underscore that it faces no fear in negotiating. But Araghchi cautions that without trust and concrete protections, Iran remains unwilling to rejoin indirect talks with the US.
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Hamas has called on Palestinians in the West Bank to rise up following deadly Israeli settler attacks, including the killing of Palestinian-American Saif Al-Din Muslat. The group blames Israelâs far-right government for escalating settler violence and is urging mass mobilization across all governorates. With over 998 Palestinians killed in the West Bank since the Gaza war began, tensions are boiling. Hamas warns that âhis blood will not be in vain,â hinting at a wider armed uprising. Israel now fears Hamas-style militant networks emerging in the West Bank.
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Iran has issued a grave warning to the U.S. and Israel, threatening regional retaliation if the fragile ceasefire collapses. IRGC spokesman General Shekarchi declared that American and Israeli bases in West Asia are within missile and drone range. Claiming severe damage was already inflicted on U.S. forces in Qatar and Israeli infrastructure, Shekarchi vowed that future retaliation would be âeven more destructive.â Tehran stressed peaceful intentionsâbut warned it will cross âall red linesâ if provoked again.
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Iran has issued its strongest warning yet to Israel, vowing a crushing, unprecedented response to any future aggression. Top commanders, including IRGC spokesman Brig. Gen. Shekarchi and Maj. Gen. Mousavi, claim Iranâs military is fully prepared and backed by Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei. They boast Iran âwonâ the last conflict and forced Israel to retreat. With threats of overwhelming retaliation, Iran signals that even U.S. protection wonât shield Netanyahu from the consequences of another strike.
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Iranâs top IRGC commander has issued a chilling warning to Israel, claiming the Islamic Republic used âless than 5%â of its defensive power in recent retaliatory strikes. Brigadier General Naghdi emphasized that Iranâs core ground forces remain untouched, suggesting future strikes could be far more devastating. Tehranâs missile barrage on June 13 targeted strategic Israeli military sites. Experts say the U.S. burned through 20% of its THAAD stockpile in supportâcosting over $800 million in just 12 days.
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Iran holds state funeral for military leaders and nuclear scientists killed in Israel conflict
Hundreds of thousands attended a mass funeral in Tehran for IRGC Chief General Hossein Salami and other top commanders killed in the conflict with Israel.
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In a stunning rebuke to Israeli and Western media claims, senior Iranian officials Ali Shamkhani and Esmail Qaani â both previously reported 'assassinated' in Israeli airstrikes â appeared alive and defiant in Tehran today. Shamkhani, advisor to Ayatollah Khamenei, and Qaani, commander of the IRGC Quds Force, joined thousands in a grand funeral procession for those martyred in the 12-day Israeli and U.S. aggression against Iran. Their public appearance has sent shockwaves through global media, especially as Press TV footage shows Shamkhani walking, despite reports of severe injuries.
Iranâs leadership used the event to reaffirm unity, resilience, and continued resistance against foreign attacks. Tehran has vowed retaliation, calling the aggression a failed attempt to demoralize the Iranian people. The funeral was also attended by senior IRGC officials and clerics, further cementing Iranâs defiance in the face of military and media warfare.
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A major tragedy has struck Gujarat after the Gambhira bridge, a crucial link connecting Anand and Vadodara, collapsed on Wednesday. At least three people have lost their lives in the incident, which saw multiple vehicles, including a truck and a tanker, fall into the Mahisagar River below. The shocking collapse has brought traffic to a complete standstill, severing a vital transportation route in the state.
Gujarat Minister Rushikesh Patel officially confirmed the death toll, stating, âThree persons killed in bridge collapse in Vadodara district.â Emergency services and disaster response teams were rushed to the spot to conduct search and rescue operations. This incident raises serious questions about infrastructure safety and maintenance protocols.
The collapse has led to significant disruption for commuters and commercial transport between the key districts of Anand and Vadodara. Authorities are working to clear the debris and assess the full extent of the damage while rerouting traffic to prevent further chaos.
According to Minister Patel, the bridge was originally constructed in 1985. He added that its maintenance was carried out periodically as and when required, a statement that will likely come under intense scrutiny as investigations begin to determine the exact cause of this fatal structural failure. Oneindia News is tracking all the latest developments on this story.
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A training aircraft, reported to be a Cessna 337 Skymaster, has crashed in Tatarstan, Russia, narrowly avoiding a direct impact with a private residential house on Monday. This developing story has raised urgent questions as an investigation into the cause of the crash gets underway. So far, authorities have confirmed that there are no casualties reported from the incident.
According to dramatic eyewitness accounts, the plane was seen circling the area for approximately one hour before it ultimately crashed. This unusual behaviour is a key focus for investigators who are now working to determine the cause of the malfunction. While official confirmation of the aircraft model is still pending, multiple reports point to it being a Cessna 337 Skymaster, a light twin-engine plane used for both civilian and military purposes.
The Cessna 337 is known for its distinctive push-pull engine configuration. Worryingly, this model has a documented history of accidents linked to issues such as engine failure, stalls, and fuel mismanagement. Investigators will be meticulously reviewing the aircraft's maintenance records, the pilot's actions in the moments before the incident, and the prevailing weather conditions to piece together what went wrong. Stay tuned to Oneindia News for the latest updates on this breaking story.
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A shocking new video has emerged from a deadly mass shooting in the Grays Ferry neighborhood of Philadelphia, USA. The incident, which occurred around 1 a.m. on Monday on South Etting Street, resulted in three people being killed and ten others being wounded. The entire horrifying event was captured on a Ring security camera, and the footage is now a critical piece of evidence in the ongoing police investigation.
Police have described the event as an "indiscriminate gunfight," with gunmen firing randomly into homes and cars, tragically hitting numerous young victims. The deceased have been identified as Zahir Wylie, Jason Reese, and Azir Harris, all under the age of 25. The injured victims range in age from 15 to 24, highlighting the youth of those caught in the crossfire. According to Commissioner Bethel, the shooters showed a shocking disregard for human life, opening fire even with children nearby.
This mass shooting concludes a weekend of extreme violence across Philadelphia, where a total of 46 people were shot in separate incidents. On Saturday, eight people were wounded in a shooting at a bar, and on Sunday, another three were shot during a large gathering in North Philly. This string of events has raised serious concerns about public safety and gun violence in the city. Oneindia News brings you the full report on this developing story from the United States.
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As rescue teams race against time in the flood-ravaged Texas Hill Country, chilling questions are emerging about whether this catastrophe could have been prevented.
A catastrophic flash flood has torn through Central Texas, leaving a trail of devastation and a rising death toll of at least 79 people, with dozens still unaccounted for. The disaster struck with shocking speed before dawn, as the Guadalupe River surged an unprecedented 26 feet in just 45 minutes. This terrifying wall of water swept away homes, vehicles, and summer camps, giving residents and campers mere minutes to react. The event has turned serene landscapes into disaster zones, prompting a massive search and rescue operation.
Kerr County has been hit the hardest, reporting 59 fatalities, a number that tragically includes 21 children who were camping near the river. Among the missing are eleven children and a counselor from Camp Mystic, a detail that has left the entire community in shock and grief. The tragedy extends to Travis, Burnet, and Kendall counties, where more casualties have been confirmed. Authorities are deploying helicopters, drones, and boats in a desperate search for survivors and victims, with over 850 people already rescued from rooftops, trees, and isolated areas.
As families and volunteers join the desperate search efforts, many are beginning to ask hard questions about the timeliness and adequacy of the flood warnings. With flood watches still in effect and more rain in the forecast, the situation remains critical. Officials have vowed to continue the search until every last missing person is found, but the scale of this natural disaster has left a permanent scar on Central Texas.
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The Russia-Ukraine war has entered a brutal new phase. In July 2025, Russia unleashed its largest-ever aerial assault on Kyiv, a sign of its growing dominance on the battlefield. But how did we get here? This in-depth report from Oneindia News examines the seismic shifts that have given Vladimir Putin the upper hand after years of stalemate.
The primary catalyst was the 2024 U.S. election and the return of Donald Trump. We analyze how Trump's "America First" policy led to a complete halt in military aid to Ukraine, a stark contrast to the billions pumped in under the Joe Biden administration. From Trump's vow to end the war in "24 hours" to backchannel talks with Moscow, his actions effectively isolated Kyiv and gave Russia a green light to escalate its offensive.
Beyond the White House, Russia itself has adapted. Learning from early failures, Moscow embraced a brutal war of attrition, bolstered by massive support from allies like North Korea and Iran, and an economic lifeline from China. With 450,000 new recruits in 2024, Russiaâs overwhelming manpower is crushing Ukrainian defenses. Meanwhile, Ukraine is facing a catastrophic crisis of its own. With its military stretched thin, a severe shortage of soldiers and ammunition, and war fatigue setting in, the nation's survival hangs in the balance. Despite innovative tactics like the "Operation Spider's Web" drone strikes, can President Zelenskyy's forces survive without robust Western support?
This video explains the intricate web of geopolitics, military strategy, and leadership changes that define the current state of the war. As Russia pushes forward, we ask the critical question: Is Ukraine's defeat now inevitable?
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