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In 2025, the United States of America (USA) attacked three nuclear facilities in Iran as part of the Iran–Israel war.

 The Fordow Uranium Enrichment Plant, the Natanz Nuclear Facility, and the Isfahan Nuclear Technology Center were targeted.

This attack is named Operation Midnight Hammer.

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North Korea launched multiple ballistic missiles towards its eastern waters on October 12, 2026.

South Korean and Japanese officials reported that at least two to several missiles were fired, with one traveling over 900 kilometers

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Saudi Arabia faced renewed missile and drone attacks by Houthi rebels on 12 October 2026, targeting sites around the capital Riyadh and other locations across the kingdom.

Air defenses intercepted a ballistic missile and drones near Riyadh.

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The deadly Houthi missile attack in 2026 hit King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh.

The ballistic missile strike on October 10, 2026, penetrated domestic passenger terminals 3 and 4, resulting in 12 deaths.

This marked the deadliest strike on Saudi soil in over a decade.

The Houthi movement is primarily associated with Yemen.

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Russia launched a massive missile and drone attack on Ukraine in October 2026.

The barrage included 130 drones, 48 cruise missiles, and ballistic missiles.

At least 11 to 15 people were killed across multiple regions.

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Russia launched a massive missile and drone attack on Ukraine in October 2026.

The barrage included 130 drones, 48 cruise missiles, and ballistic missiles.

At least 11 to 15 people were killed across multiple regions.

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Yemen's internationally recognized government announced a major military operation against the Houthi movement in October 2026.

The military operation aims to retake remaining Houthi-held territories and restore state authority across all of Yemen.

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Yemen's internationally recognized government announced a major military operation against the Houthi movement in October 2026.

The military operation aims to retake remaining Houthi-held territories and restore state authority across all of Yemen.

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In September 2026, Iran-backed Houthi forces took control of Perim Island (Mayun Island) in the Bab al-Mandeb Strait.

The strategic location is important because it sits near a major global shipping route connecting the Red Sea with the Gulf of Aden.

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Saudi Arabia reported drone and missile attacks affecting its critical energy infrastructure, including the East-West oil pipeline and facilities in Jazan, Najran, Abha, and Yanbu, amid rising regional tensions in September 2026.

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