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strikeAug 26, 2026

Iran crisis: Schoolgirls killed, thousands displaced and aid ...

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On the fourth day of Israeli and United States airstrikes against Iran and amid growing violence and instability in the Middle East, the UN urgently called for protection of civilians and warned of growing displacement and humanitarian needs.

Source: news.un.org — Read the full report

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