EU foreign ministers to discuss how to de-escalate tensions when they meet in Brussels today
Iran
Speculation mounts that Israel will respond with cyberattack targeting the Islamic Republic’s economy
Iran says it had awaited condemnation for Israeli strike on its consulate in Syria embassy by UN Security Council but this had been blocked by US, UK and France
As of now, Israel and Iran have saved face. That would change if Israel responds to the weekend attack
Tehran believes calibrated missile and drone barrage is enough to restore deterrent and bolster image
Joe Biden tells Binyamin Netanyahu the US will not take part in any Israeli counter-offensive against Iran
US assures Israel of ‘ironclad commitment’ to security while Iran’s president warns ‘reckless behaviour’ will trigger further action
Latest flashpoint will indicate how much weight Netanyahu places on US president’s words
Its successful repulsion of the waves of drones and the very limited damage done are ample demonstration of Israel’s military strength
Israel and western allies intercept 99% of projectiles launched from Iran on Saturday
The most advanced missile defence system in the world, assisted by allies, managed to intercept hundreds of incoming attack drones and missiles
Safe havens such as gold likely to see renewed interest from investors
Iran indicates attack was ‘limited’ but tensions remain high as world leaders caution against military escalation
Advanced warning combined with strong missile defence in and outside its borders meant many missiles were intercepted
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