Iranian women who need certificates to prove they are virgins
Synopsis by BBC Aug 11 22
In Iran, many women face medical virginity tests before they marry, but some are now pushing back.Read full article 
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Netanyahu too ‘busy’ to talk to Sunak after RAF helped repel Iranian attack: Israeli leader faces domestic pressure to rebuff international calls for restraint
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Quick Glance: Netanyahu's Busy Schedule Hinders Communication with Sunak Post-RAF Assistance Against Iranian Attack
- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has not yet managed to engage in a conversation with UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak following the assistance provided by Royal Air Force warplanes in defending the Jewish state from an Iranian aerial assault.
- Efforts are still underway to arrange a discussion between the two leaders, as Netanyahu is under significant domestic pressure to reject calls from the UK, the US, and the EU for restraint after Iran's attack.
- Sunak stated in the House of Commons on Monday that the UK is urgently collaborating with allies to de-escalate the situation and prevent further bloodshed, mentioning that he will communicate with Netanyahu 'shortly'.
- With Netanyahu's right-wing coalition partners pushing for substantial retaliation against Iran, Israel's western allies are advocating for caution and restraint to prevent a regional conflict.
How Israel’s defences repelled Iranian missile and drone attack : ‘Multi-layered’ array deployed included early warnings and Arrow system that intercepts ...
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Israeli military says 99% of drones and missiles launched by Iran were intercepted
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Quick Glance: Israel artist calls for Gaza ceasefire
- The representative of Israel at the international art fair is calling for an immediate ceasefire in Israel’s war on Gaza.
- Ruth Patir’s video installation called (M)otherland was scheduled to open on Saturday at Israel’s national pavilion at the international art show but will remain closed for now.
- Patir stated on her website that the artist and curators are showing solidarity with the families of the hostages and the large community in Israel calling for change, rather than canceling themselves or the exhibition.
- It is believed that there are still individuals in Gaza, including 129 captives taken during the attacks led by Hamas on Israel on October 7, with 34 of them presumed dead.
Iran Behshad Ship Linked to Houthi Red Sea Attacks Comes Home: An Iranian ship that’s been linked to Houthi attacks in the Red Sea is returning home ...
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Iran’s Raisi reiterates warnings as Israel mulls response to air attack: As the world calls for calm, President Raisi vows ‘slightest attack’ will be met with a ...
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Quick Glance: Israeli Push for Sanctions Against Iran Amid ‘Diplomatic Offensive’
- Israel has launched a “diplomatic offensive” against Iran, urging sanctions against the Islamic republic.
- Israeli Foreign Minister Israel Katz has called on 32 countries to impose sanctions on Tehran as Israel considers a military response to Iran’s attack.
- Israeli military sources reported intercepting 99 percent of aerial threats with assistance from the United States and allies, causing only minor damage.
- Tensions are high as Israel ponders its reaction to Saturday's attack while Germany calls for new sanctions related to Iran's drone supply to Russia for use in Ukraine.
Israel’s war on Gaza live: Israeli cabinet debates response to Iran attack: Iranian officials warn Israel of a larger attack should it respond to overnight drone ...
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Quick Glance: The Night Iran's Missile Show Rattled Israel
- In Tehran, 'Operation True Promise' launched an unprecedented aerial assault on Israel.
- The direct clash between powerful militaries showcased Israel's defense and Iran's display of power.
- Despite minor damages and injuries, the question remains whether this attack signifies further escalation or the start of a war.
- The missile and drone strikes resulted in minimal damage, with Israel and allies successfully intercepting most projectiles.
Israeli military says 99% of drones and missiles launched by Iran were intercepted
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Quick Glance: New Measures Against Iran and Escalation in West Bank
- The United States intends to take further actions against Iran in the coming days to address the attacks on Israel over the weekend, as announced by US officials on Tuesday.
- To combat the escalation in the Israeli-occupied West Bank, Israeli and Palestinian officials reported the deaths of two Palestinians shot by Israeli settlers on Monday.
Iranian military says it is ready to deal with any Israeli attack: DUBAI: Iran said on Wednesday its military was ready to confront any attack by Israel ...
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Jordan's air defence ready to shoot down any Iranian aircraft that violate its airspace
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Quick Glance: Jordan's Air Defence Ready to Intercept Iranian Aircraft
- Jordan's air defences are prepared to intercept and shoot down any Iranian drones or aircraft that violate its airspace.
- The army is on high alert, with radar systems monitoring drone activity from Iraq and Syria.
- Jordan has closed its airspace as a precautionary measure in case of an Iranian strike across its border.
- The U.S. has increased military aid to Jordan, deploying Patriot air defence systems to enhance border defences.
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Iran launches missile and armed drone attack on Israel: Israeli officials say most projectiles have been intercepted after retaliation for consulate strike
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Jordan’s foreign minister warns of regional war risk amid Israeli-Iranian tensions
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Russian, Iranian foreign ministers warn against further escalation in Middle East
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Israeli military says 99% of drones and missiles launched by Iran were intercepted
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Israel’s chief says it will respond to Iran’s missile strike: Israel’s military chief says that Israel will respond to Iran’s missile strike over the weekend. Lt ...
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Key Western ally Jordan on edge after Iran attack; Israel weighs up retaliation options
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Europe aviation agency urges caution in Israeli, Iranian airspace: Europe's aviation regulator reaffirmed advice to airlines to use caution in Israeli and ...
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What was in wave of Iranian attacks and how were they thwarted?: Israel says 99% percent of projectiles fired at it by Iran overnight were intercepted by it and ...
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Iran navy escorting Iranian commercial ships to the Red Sea, commander says: Iran’s navy is escorting Iranian commercial ships to the Red Sea ...
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China joins Russia in recognizing Iran's claim of attack as 'self-defense': Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi speaks to his Iranian and Saudi counterparts ...
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Putin Urges Restraint in Call With Iran's Raisi: Russian President Vladimir Putin warned during a phone call with his Iranian counterpart Ebrahim Raisi on ...
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Quick Glance: Call for Restraint: Putin Engages With Iran's Raisi
- During a phone call with Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi, Russian President Vladimir Putin cautioned against further escalation in the Middle East, emphasizing the potential 'catastrophic consequences.'
- Putin expressed the expectation for all parties to exhibit reasonable restraint to prevent a new round of confrontation that could lead to 'catastrophic consequences' for the entire region, as outlined by the Kremlin's report on the call.
- The already tense situation in the Middle East heightened over the weekend following Iran and its allies launching over 300 missiles and drones towards Israel. Israel reported successfully intercepting 99% of the projectiles using air defense systems.
- Moscow and Iran share strong military and political ties. The call on Tuesday was initiated at the request of the Iranian side.
7-year-old girl injured in Iranian missile attack undergoes surgery for major head wound
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Israel will do everything needed to defend itself - PM: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has thanked visiting foreign ministers of Germany and Britain ...
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Sexual assault and brutal beatings: Iran renews violent hijab crackdown: Videos from Iran showed women struggling as "Morality Police" officers tried ...
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Biden Seeks to Head Off Escalation After Israel’s Successful Defense: The president told Israel that the interception of nearly all of the Iranian drones and ...
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Israel has no good choices on Iran: Its least bad options are a return to the status quo ante or carrying out a limited strike against military targets
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How London Became a ‘Hot Spot’ for Threats Against Iranian Journalists: Iranian reporters and broadcasters in Britain have suffered physical attacks ...
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Live updates: Iran launches dozens of drones toward Israel: Iran has launched drones toward Israel, according to an Israel Defense Forces spokesperson ...
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Iranian troops accused of seizing Israel-linked ship: The MSC Aries was seized by troops descending from a helicopter early on Saturday, the ship's owner says.
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Israeli war cabinet meets to discuss response to Iranian attack: Israel's military chief of staff says the attack by Iran "will be met with a response" ...
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Jill Duggar Dillard announces her daughter was stillborn at four months
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IRGC chief says Israeli attacks will prompt direct Iranian retaliation moving forward
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Zelensky condemns attack on Israel: Ukraine also knows the horror of Iranian terror drones
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Quick Glance: Zelensky Condemns Iranian Attack on Israel, Calls for International Support
- President Zelensky condemned Iran's massive attack on Israel, urging international assistance to prevent further escalation in the Middle East.
- Israel reported an attack with 170 drones, 30 cruise missiles, and 120 ballistic missiles, with the majority being intercepted.
- Zelensky emphasized the similarity between attacks in Ukraine and Israel, stressing the need for international unity against terrorism.
- US Congressmen are considering whether to combine or separate aid for Israel and Ukraine in a pending bill, with funding decisions still pending.
West Asia crisis LIVE: 'World must take action against Iran's crimes': Israel tells UNSC
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Malaysia PM Anwar calls Iran’s drone attack on Israel ‘legitimate’: Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said that the strike was retaliation for Israel’s bombing of the ...
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G7 ‘ready to take measures’ in response to further destabilization by Iran: G7 leaders offered their full support for Israel on Sunday following an attack by ...
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'I’m in pieces' - Israeli hostage's agony over husband held in Gaza by Hamas: Aviva Siegel tells the BBC of the brutal conditions she, Keith and others faced in ...
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Supporters of Iranian attack on Israel are 'no friend to the Iranian people,' says lawyer
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Israeli war cabinet weighs response to Iranian attack: International pressure mounts on Jewish state to show restraint
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Live updates: Iran launches dozens of drones toward Israel: Iran has launched drones toward Israel, according to an Israel Defense Forces spokesperson ...
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Saudi Arabia didn’t take part in intercepting Iranian attacks on Israel: Sources: Suadi Arabia did not participate in intercepting Iranian drones and missiles ...
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Israel's air-defense system faces a big test with Iranian drone strike: Israel has deployed a multilayered air-defense system. It faces a big test with Iranian ...
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Iran threatens to attack Jordan if it ‘cooperates’ with Israel: Report: Jordan will be Iran’s “next target” if it “cooperates” with Israel amid Iranian missile ...
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Slain Iranian general planned, executed Hamas’ massacre: Iranian organization, linked to Supreme Leader, praises late general for role in mass murder of 1 ...
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Iran says it gave warning before attacking Israel. US says that's not true: Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian said on Sunday that Iran gave ...
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Iranian notice of attack may have dampened escalation risks: WASHINGTON/BAGHDAD/DUBAI: Turkish, Jordanian and Iraqi officials said on Sunday (Apr 14) Iran gave ...
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As Iran attacks Israel, Biden confronts an escalating Middle East crisis he had hoped to avoid
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U.S. Shoots Down Number of Iranian Drones: The U.S. has shot down an undisclosed number of Iranian drones, a U.S. official said on Saturday ...
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Israel requests emergency UN Security Council meeting on Iran
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IDF: France helped in defense of Israel against Iranian missile, drone attack: * * *
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