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Danger sprawls over Mideast as U.S., Israel step up strikes, Iran hits back

 What to know

A U.S.-Israeli strike on Iran led to rapid retaliation, affecting over 300 million civilians across multiple nations. The conflict expanded beyond Iran, Israel and Iraq, with attacks reaching Gulf capitals and even Cyprus. At least 555 people were killed in Iran, according to the Red Crescent. The escalation has drawn Gulf states closer to the U.S. and Israel, despite their efforts to remain neutral.

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