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Iran has executed three men, including two in June, over alleged espionage for Israel’s Mossad. The executions come amid heightened tensions and covert operations between the two nations, with recent arrests reported in both countries and regional stability hanging in the balance.

The rupee declined by 17 paise to 86.72 against the US dollar as global crude oil prices spiked after US strikes on Iran. A strong dollar and weak equities added pressure, though FII inflows and forex reserves offered some cushion.

Algeria expressed "deep concern" and "profound regret" over the escalation following the bombing of Iranian nuclear facilities, describing the military intervention as "blatant disregard of repeated international calls for a ceasefire and diplomatic negotiations."

In a statement, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) said approximately 20 fighter jets struck multiple targets using over 30 munitions. The intelligence-based operation focused on the provinces of Kermanshah and Hamedan in western Iran, Xinhua news agency reported.

He also announced that he would address the nation at 10:00 pm from the White House to speak about what he described as a highly successful military operation in Iran.

Israeli air force executes coordinated strikes on missile storage, radar installations, and nuclear sites, expanding freedom of aerial action

With over 3,200 Australians seeking evacuation assistance from Iran and Israel, the government mobilizes ADF and DFAT teams to secure safe departures

The IRGC's aerospace division carried out the attack on late Saturday night, stating it was in response to Israel's "repeated aggressions" against Iran, according to the IRGC's official news outlet Sepah News.

Air India and IndiGo have rerouted multiple flights after Iranian airspace was closed due to regional tensions. Passengers have been warned of delays, especially on Europe and North America routes. Airlines are prioritizing safety and offering customer support.

The department noted that South Africa is particularly concerned about the implications for nuclear safety and security arising from attacks in the vicinity of nuclear facilities. The International Atomic Energy Agency General Conference passed a resolution against attacks on peaceful nuclear installations as violations of the UN Charter and international law, it said.

The Iranian army has not officially confirmed the report, Xinhua news agency reported quoting semi-official Tasnim news agency.

Due to the emerging situation in Iran, the subsequent closure of its airspace and in view of the safety of our passengers, some of the Air India flights are either being diverted or are returning to their origin, says Air India

Israel launched airstrikes on multiple Iranian nuclear and military sites. Key targeted sites likely included Natanz and Fordo enrichment facilities, Bushehr power plant, and others nuclear sites

President of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) Mohammad Eslami made the remarks on Monday during a visit by members of the Iranian parliament's national security and foreign policy committee to the AEOI headquarters in Tehran, Xinhua news agency reported.

Speaking at an open session of parliament in Tehran, Qalibaf criticised the proposal, delivered via Oman in late May, during ongoing indirect talks between Tehran and Washington, Xinhua news agency reported.

The new proclamation, which Trump signed on Wednesday, applies to citizens of Afghanistan, Myanmar, Chad, the Republic of Congo, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Haiti, Iran, Libya, Somalia, Sudan and Yemen.

Three men from Punjab, Amritpal from Bhagowal village in Hoshiarpur, Husanpreet Singh of Dhuri in Sangrur and Jaspal Singh of Langroya in SBS Nagar went missing in Iran in May, the family of Amritpal Singh who went missing in Iran are cautiously optimistic after the Iranian embassy in India said that he was found and released by police in Tehran

The report comes at a sensitive time, as the administration of U.S. President Donald Trump seeks to reach a deal with Tehran to limit its nuclear program.

GM Raja Rithvik of Telangana finished sixth in the Asian Individual Chess Championship, qualifying for the 2025 FIDE World Cup. The 21-year-old engineering student scored 6.5 points, showcasing skill and resilience

Trump implemented what he calls a "maximum pressure" campaign against Iran since taking office in January, including tougher sanctions on oil exports and threats of military action, Xinhua news agency reported.