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New strikes reported in Iran as Tehran hits US bases and allies across Middle East in retaliation

Apparent Iranian attacks have been reported in Dubai, Doha, Bahrain, Kuwait, and elsewhere in the region. Earlier, Donald Trump said "major combat operations" were under way in Iran.

What we know so far: Supreme Leader's compound hit and Iran's retaliatory strikes
Iran has retaliated with a missile barrage towards Israel, while explosions have been heard in Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait and the UAE.
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