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War Update: Middle East War Escalates as Arab League Calls Emergency Meeting

The conflict involving Iran, Israel, and the United States is rapidly escalating, with Gulf nations now directly impacted by Iranian strikes. Amid rising tensions, the Arab League has called an emergency meeting of foreign ministers scheduled for tomorrow to address the growing crisis. The meeting was proposed by Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, and Qatar, while Oman, Jordan, and Egypt also supported the call for urgent discussions. These countries have been affected by Iranian missile and drone attacks, which Tehran claims are aimed at U.S. military bases in the region. Meanwhile, explosions were reported in Dubai after suspected Iranian strikes near Dubai International Airport. Flight operations were temporarily halted, and several aircraft were diverted to Al Maktoum International Airport. Emirates airline also suspended flights until further notice. Reports suggest Iran has been using short- and medium-range missiles to target sites across Gulf countries, including United Arab Emirates. While Iran insists its strikes are aimed at American military installations, civilian infrastructure and residential areas have also been affected. The upcoming Arab League meeting is expected to focus on diplomatic efforts to de-escalate the conflict and prevent further attacks on Gulf states. However, with both Washington and Tehran taking hard positions, prospects for an immediate resolution remain uncertain.

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