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‘We’ll Strike If You Cross The Line’ – Iran To U.S
Iran has issued a stern warning to the United States over its alleged involvement in Israel’s recent aerial strikes, threatening a strong retaliation if what Tehran calls a “red line” is crossed.
Speaking during a press conference at the United Nations headquarters on Wednesday, Iran’s ambassador to the UN, Ali Bahreini, accused the U.S. of being “complicit” in the ongoing Israeli military campaign targeting Iranian interests.
“We firmly believe that the United States is complicit in what Israel is doing,” Bahreini said. “At any time, at any point, if we come to the conclusion that the United States is directly involved in attacks against Iran, we will start responding to the United States.”
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The ambassador’s remarks come amid escalating tensions following Israel’s June 13 surprise air campaign, which it claims is aimed at thwarting Iran’s alleged nuclear ambitions—an assertion Iran has repeatedly denied.
In response, Tehran launched hypersonic missiles at Israel early Wednesday, marking a dangerous escalation in the shadow war between the two nations.
U.S. President Donald Trump has distanced Washington from the strikes, asserting that America has “played no part” in Israel’s bombing operations. However, he also issued a veiled warning to Tehran, saying his patience was “wearing thin.”
Bahreini condemned Trump’s comments as “completely unwarranted” and “hostile,” emphasizing that Iran would not tolerate further provocation.
“There is a line which, if crossed, there should be a response on our side… once the red line is crossed, the response will come,” he said.
The Iranian envoy maintained that Tehran would “respond strongly” to any aggression, whether from Israel or the U.S. “We are resolute in responding to Israeli attacks,” he added.
During a separate address to the UN Human Rights Council, Bahreini criticized Western nations for failing to denounce Israeli actions.
“Not only are they not condemning the attacks and aggression, they are trying to justify the aggression,” he said.
On the possibility of renewing nuclear negotiations with the U.S., Bahreini stated bluntly: “We are not thinking about any scenario other than defending ourselves.”
He concluded with a dire warning to nations allied with Israel: “The Israeli regime’s supporters, and the United States at the forefront, should know that supporting this regime means directly supporting international humanitarian and human rights law violations.”
The United Kingdom is considering sweeping new restrictions that could limit or completely block children under the age of 16 from accessing social media platforms, as part of a broader push to improve online safety and reduce excessive screen time among young users.
The proposal, currently under government consultation, is being led by Prime Minister Keir Starmer and focuses on addressing concerns over how teenagers interact with platforms such as Instagram and TikTok.
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Officials say the move is driven by growing evidence and public concern that algorithm-driven feeds and “endless scrolling” features may be negatively affecting children’s sleep patterns, concentration levels, and overall well-being.
The government is also reviewing whether additional measures such as app curfews and time limits should be introduced.
Technology Secretary Liz Kendall said the consultation has already attracted widespread public input, with tens of thousands of responses from parents, teenagers, and advocacy groups.
She noted that the government is particularly interested in feedback on addictive platform design features and the use of AI tools targeting younger users.
The UK is also studying policies already implemented in other countries. Australia has introduced stricter age-based restrictions, while Greece and Indonesia have also moved toward tighter regulation of children’s access to social media.
Authorities emphasize that no final decision has been made, but the consultation process is expected to shape future legislation on how tech companies operate and how young users are protected online in the digital age.
U.S. President Donald Trump has sparked global reactions following his remarks about Pope Leo XIV after the Pope’s recent anti-war message calling for peace in conflict-hit regions.
The controversy began after Pope Leo XIV delivered a strong appeal at the Vatican, urging world leaders to end ongoing wars and prioritise dialogue over violenceviolence.
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The pontiff warned against the “idolatry of power” and called for global cooperation to restore peace.
Reacting to the message, Trump told reporters he is “not a big fan” of Pope Leo XIV, describing him as “very liberal” and questioning his views on crime and international security.
The U.S. President further criticised the Pope’s stance on global conflicts, suggesting his message overlooks serious security challenges linked to rising geopolitical tensions, including nuclear concerns.
In a follow-up post on Truth Social, Trump intensified his criticism, accusing the Pope of taking a weak position on foreign policy matters and suggesting political factors influenced his leadership position.
The comments have since triggered widespread debate across political and religious circles, adding to ongoing tensions between Washington and the Vatican over issues such as immigration policy, military action, and global diplomacy.
While both sides have previously denied any formal rift, the latest exchange has renewed global attention on their differing positions regarding war and peace efforts.
The Israeli military said on Thursday that Mohammed Wishah, an Al Jazeera journalist killed in a strike in Gaza on Wednesday, was a Hamas operative “operating under the guise of a journalist.”
According to Israeli forces, Wishah was “a key terrorist in Hamas’ rocket and weapons production headquarters” and had been planning attacks against soldiers in the area.
The military said he used his journalist identity to advance Hamas’ operations against Israel.
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Al Jazeera, the Qatar-based broadcaster, strongly condemned the killing. In a statement, the network described the attack as a “heinous crime of targeting and killing” its correspondent and insisted the strike was deliberate, not accidental.
The channel vowed to pursue “all necessary legal action to prosecute those responsible for the killing of its correspondents and staff in Gaza.”
Media rights organization Reporters Without Borders also condemned the incident, stating that Wishah’s name now joins “more than 220 journalists killed in two and a half years by Israeli forces in Gaza, at least 70 of whom were killed while performing their duties.”
The killing occurred despite a US-backed ceasefire in Gaza that has been in effect since October 2025, highlighting ongoing tensions and frequent accusations of truce violations by both Israel and Hamas.
Al Jazeera listed Wishah among 11 of its journalists killed in Gaza since the October 7, 2023, Hamas attack on southern Israel that triggered the Gaza war.
Past incidents include the killing of Mohammad Salama in August 2025 and the deaths of four Al Jazeera staff and two freelancers outside Al-Shifa hospital in Gaza City earlier that year, prompting widespread condemnation.
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