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Iran Declares War Amid U.S. and Israel Tensions

1/1/2026

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Iran Declares War

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian declared a "full-scale" war with the U.S., Israel, and Europe.
U.S. President Donald Trump, in a meeting with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, emphasized U.S. support for an Israeli strike on Iran if missile production continues.
He warned Hamas of severe consequences if they do not disarm.
Iran vowed a harsh response to any aggression after recent U.S. strikes that reportedly set back its nuclear capabilities.

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Knesset Revokes UNRWA Immunity

The Knesset passed a bill revoking United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA) diplomatic immunity, enabling UNRWA property seizures and essential-service cuts by a 59-7 vote.
The move contradicts an International Court of Justice order to facilitate UNRWA's work.
UNRWA officials condemned the law as a campaign to undermine the agency and jeopardize humanitarian operations.

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Iran Declares War

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian declared a "full-scale" war with the U.S., Israel, and Europe.
U.S. President Donald Trump, in a meeting with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, emphasized U.S. support for an Israeli strike on Iran if missile production continues.
He warned Hamas of severe consequences if they do not disarm.
Iran vowed a harsh response to any aggression after recent U.S. strikes that reportedly set back its nuclear capabilities.

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