Pakistan has issued a warning about potential repercussions after recent airstrikes by Iran resulted in the death of children. The situation is ongoing.

Pakistan has issued a warning about potential repercussions after recent airstrikes by Iran resulted in the death of children. The situation is ongoing.

The video from above captures the RAF Typhoon’s attack on a military target in Yemen.

Pakistan has promised to retaliate against Iran for their surprise attack on a civilian area across the border.

On Tuesday, Iran carried out airstrikes that they stated were directed at bases belonging to a militant Sunni separatist organization.

Iran initially reported through state media that their paramilitary group, the Revolutionary Guard, had attacked bases belonging to Jaish al-Adl, a militant group known as the “Army of Justice”. However, these reports were later retracted without clarification. Jaish al-Adl, which aims for a separate Baluchistan and has a presence in Afghanistan, Iran, and Pakistan, confirmed the attack in an online statement.

The city of Islamabad, which has strained relations with Tehran, strongly condemned the attack as a clear breach of its airspace and reported that it resulted in the deaths of two children.

The attack in the Baluchistan province, where Jan Achakzai serves as a spokesperson, was strongly condemned. Achakzai also promised to respond to the strike.

The speaker stated that Pakistan has consistently called for collaboration with all neighboring countries, including Iran, in the fight against terrorism. They also asserted that any violation of Pakistan’s sovereignty will not be tolerated and they have the right to retaliate.

The assault has the potential to worsen the already tense situation in a volatile area following Hamas’ attack on Israel on October 7th.

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Pakistan has summoned back its ambassador from Iran and has banned the Iranian envoy from resuming his duties.

The Pakistani government has requested the return of its ambassador from Iran and has also prohibited the Iranian ambassador, who is currently in Iran, from returning to Pakistan, according to a statement from the Pakistani foreign ministry spokesperson.

Tom Watling17 January 2024 11:30

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Pakistan has reported that two children were killed on its land in an ‘unlawful’ missile strike by Iran.

The government of Pakistan has stated that Iran’s airstrike on its territory was unlawful. They claim that the missile attack in Balochistan on Tuesday resulted in the deaths of two children and caused injuries to others.

Iranian state media has verified that they launched missile attacks on Pakistani targets, stating that they successfully hit two bases linked to the extremist group Jaish al-Adl.

Pakistan’s foreign office issued a firm statement condemning the attack as an “unlawful act” that could result in significant repercussions.

Pakistan strongly denounces the unwarranted breach of its airspace by Iran and the attack within Pakistani borders that resulted in the tragic deaths of two innocent children and injuries to three girls.

The spokesperson for Pakistan’s foreign office stated that the infringement on their sovereignty is entirely unacceptable and could result in severe repercussions. This statement was made in the early morning on Wednesday.

Tom Watling17 January 2024 11:08

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Rephrased: Iran carries out attacks on Syria, Iraq, and Pakistan.

This week, Iran has initiated attacks on multiple neighboring countries including Syria, Iraq, and Pakistan. They assert that their objective is to target terrorist locations in response to previous attacks on their own land.

The assaults have received global criticism, including from the United States and the Pope. More information about the attacks can be found here.

The map displays the strike locations.

Tom Watling17 January 2024 10:09

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The United States has initiated fresh attacks on Houthis in Yemen with the aim of destroying their ‘anti-ship missile’ capabilities.

The United States military conducted additional air attacks on Houthi insurgents in Yemen on Tuesday, focusing on what was described as anti-ship ballistic missiles.

In response to Israel’s conflict in Gaza, the US and UK have launched multiple attacks on Yemen’s Iran-backed rebels in an effort to prevent them from targeting cargo ships in the Red Sea. This has resulted in numerous strikes in the past few days.

According to two American officials who spoke to Reuters, the strikes carried out on Tuesday were aimed at four missiles specifically designed for attacking ships.

Tom Watling17 January 2024 09:48

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The United States plans to reclassify the Houthis in Yemen as global terrorists with special designation.

According to three anonymous sources, the Biden administration is expected to announce the redesignation of Iranian-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen as specially designated global terrorists. This decision comes in response to the Houthis’ attacks on commercial vessels in the Red Sea, which they claim are retaliation for Israeli military operations in Gaza. The move follows Secretary of State Antony Blinken’s decision in February to remove the Houthis from the list of foreign terrorist organizations and specially designated global terrorists, in order to facilitate food imports and humanitarian aid into Yemen. The previous administration had designated the Houthis as a foreign terrorist organization, despite objections from human rights and aid groups who argued that this would worsen the already dire humanitarian situation in Yemen.



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Houthi rebels and tribespeople hold a protest against the military attacks by the United States and United Kingdom on Houthi-controlled military installations near Sanaa, Yemen.

Tom Watling17 January 2024 09:17

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The United Kingdom unveils a strategy to bolster crucial supply networks amid concerns in the Red Sea region.

The British government has announced plans to create an organization that will assess potential dangers to crucial imports. This is part of their strategy to strengthen supply chains and protect against international disruptions.

Ongoing tensions in the Middle East, specifically the deliberate targeting of international shipping routes by the Houthi group, backed by Iran, have jeopardized trade. This has occurred amidst the recent conflicts in Ukraine and the disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, which have also posed challenges for global supply networks.

Britain has aimed to collaborate closely with its allies, such as the United States, to secure access to essential minerals like lithium, nickel, cobalt, graphite, and manganese. These minerals are crucial for the production of electric cars, smartphones, and solar panels.

The government announced the implementation of the ‘Critical Imports and Supply Chains Strategy’ in order to ensure a steady flow of essential minerals, semiconductors, and medicines. This strategy involves creating a portal for businesses to promptly report any disruptions in these supplies.

According to a statement from junior business minister Nusrat Ghani, our strategy aims to provide businesses with the tools they need to no longer depend on unreliable partners for essential supplies that sustain our country.

The ministry of business announced the creation of a Critical Imports Council in order to collaborate with the government and businesses to reduce risks and strategize for a resilient supply chain.

It stated that efforts would be made to encourage foreign investment in domestic endeavors, such as the collaboration between British Lithium and France’s Imerys to extract Lithium in Cornwall, located in the southwest of England.

The government additionally stated that they would consider supply chain factors when negotiating upcoming free trade agreements with other nations.



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Tom Watling17 January 2024 08:47

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According to Ambrey, a container ship came close to 10 miles southwest of Dhubab, Yemen.

On Wednesday, Ambrey, a British company that specializes in maritime security, stated that a container ship flying the flag of Malta reported being approached by three small boats and one unmanned aerial vehicle about 10 miles southwest of Dhubab, Yemen.

The company stated in a advisory note that there were no reported damages or casualties.

Tom Watling17 January 2024 08:24

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The national security adviser of the United States states that preventing Houthi attacks in the Red Sea requires a collective effort from all parties involved.

According to a high-ranking member of the White House, it is crucial for the United States and its allies to work together in order to effectively address the ongoing danger posed by Yemen’s Houthi rebels towards commercial ships in the Red Sea. This issue requires the cooperation of everyone involved in order to prevent any negative effects on the global economy.

The duration and severity of the situation will depend not only on the choices made by the coalition countries who carried out strikes last week,” stated Jake Sullivan, White House national security adviser, during a speech at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland.

The Houthis, backed by Iran, have initiated numerous assaults on ships in the Red Sea since November. This area is crucial for global shipping traffic and the Houthis claim their actions are in support of Palestinians in the ongoing conflict with Israel. In response, American and British forces have retaliated with numerous air and sea attacks on Houthi targets in Yemen since Friday. Despite these strikes, the Houthis have persisted with their attacks.

Maroosha Muzaffar17 January 2024 08:00

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A chronological record of the Houthi assaults that resulted in airstrikes by the US and UK.

On January 11, the US and British militaries carried out airstrikes on numerous locations in Yemen as a response to the Houthi movement’s repeated attacks on ships in the Red Sea, both commercial and military.

The Iran-backed group has launched attacks in response to Israel’s war in Gaza, causing disruption to global shipping and involving the US and its allies in a regional conflict.

The Pentagon reported that over 150 precise munitions were utilized to strike 60 targets.

Abdul-Malik al-Houthi leads the Houthis, a group of Shia rebels who have been in conflict with Yemen’s government for almost 20 years and have held majority control over the country for 10 years.

The group is a member of the “axis of resistance,” which is led by Iran and characterized by its stance against Israel and the US.

Maroosha Muzaffar17 January 2024 07:30

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In case you missed it: Iran attacks “militant bases” in Pakistan.

As per reports, Iran has carried out air attacks on Balochistan, Pakistan, with the aim of targeting the Sunni militant organization Jaish al-Adl.

The airstrike was denounced by Pakistan’s foreign ministry as “unlawful” and they stated that it resulted in the death of two children and injury of three others.

Pakistan has also called upon a high-ranking diplomat from Tehran to Islamabad to express their displeasure over the “unprovoked violation” of their airspace.

Iran has recently launched attacks on Pakistan, making it the third country to be targeted after Iraq and Syria.

These assaults are viewed as a part of a string of retaliations against those perceived as enemies by Tehran, particularly following a twin suicide bombing in Kerman on January 3, which resulted in the deaths of over 80 Iranians.

The attack was claimed by Isis, but according to the Guardian, it is uncertain if Iran believes Jaish al-Adl was responsible for the bombing in Kerman.

The recent assault from Iran occurs during a time of increased tension in the area, due to Israel’s conflict with Hamas in Gaza.

Iran has declared its reluctance to be embroiled in the larger conflict, but the organizations within its “Axis of Resistance” – a collection of independent militant Islamist groups – have been launching assaults against Israel and its supporters.

Maroosha Muzaffar17 January 2024 07:00

Source: independent.co.uk