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News in One Line: The Middle East is in Flames - Closed Skies, Threats, Strikes, and Market Collapses
Latest news summarized:
- Several countries in the Middle East have closed their airspace, canceling over 1800 flights, leaving tens of thousands of passengers stranded at airports.
- The UN Security Council held an emergency meeting to discuss the situation surrounding Iran, with the Secretary-General labeling it a threat to international peace.
- Israeli air forces launched massive strikes on Tehran, with Iranian sources reporting explosions.
- Air alarms continued in Jerusalem, with air defense intercepting missiles fired from Iran.
- The UAE reported hundreds of missiles and drones launched from Iran, resulting in casualties and injuries.
- UAE high-ranking officials announced their readiness for tougher actions if attacks continue.
- An Iranian drone struck a security services building in Dubai.
- Iran's foreign minister stated that Tehran is acting in self-defense and will not tolerate US strikes.
- Stock markets in the Persian Gulf have recorded sharp declines, with projections for oil prices increasing.
- Analysts assess that Iran's military-political system continues to operate under conditions of systematic warfare.
- Russia is changing entry rules for Armenian citizens by establishing a passport regime.