An Iranian port near the Strait of Hormuz was hit by American and Israeli strikes on Sunday morning, resulting in at least five deaths and explosions heard in Tehran. Qatar’s Al Araby television headquarters was targeted by an Israeli missile. Speculation is rife about the deployment of American troops on the ground as airstrikes on the Islamic Republic continue relentlessly. The Pentagon is reportedly preparing for ground operations lasting several weeks, although officials deny plans for a large-scale invasion of Iran. Instead, special forces and other soldiers would conduct raids on Iranian territory. The President of the Iranian Parliament has accused the United States of secretly planning a ground offensive while publicly engaging in diplomatic efforts to end the conflict in the Middle East.
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Iran condemns Israel after three Lebanese journalists were killed in an Israeli army strike in southern Lebanon. The funeral of the journalists took place in Beirut, attracting a large crowd of Lebanese mourners.
When women are banned from participating in religious processions
In Spain, where religious processions for Holy Week are starting, women are not welcome in certain events organized by ancient confraternities, sparking controversy in the country.
Emmanuel Grégoire inaugurated as Mayor of Paris
Following his victory in the municipal elections, Emmanuel Grégoire has been sworn in as the Mayor of Paris with over 50.5% of the vote, leading by nine points over Rachida Dati.
Can HIV be transmitted through a kiss or by sitting on public toilets?
Many young people still believe so, according to a survey published by OpinionWay for the 32nd edition of the Sidaction event this weekend. 62% of young people who had at least one partner in the past year admit to not always using a condom, leading to a rise in sexually transmitted infections among youth. Florence Thune, the CEO of Sidaction, will be a guest on the 12:30 news program.
