The Latest: Iranian-backed militias join fighting as conflict widens and intensifies

"Iran and Iranian-backed militias fired missiles at Israel and Arab states, apparently hitting the U.S. Embassy compound in Kuwait, while Israel and the United States pounded targets in Iran as the war expanded Monday with statements of defiance and increasing casualties."

"At least 555 people have been killed in Iran so far by the U.S.-Israeli campaign, the Iranian Red Crescent Society said, and more than 130 cities across the country have come under attack. In Israel, 11 people have been killed, with 31 in Lebanon, according to authorities."

"Countries across the world are scrambling to bring citizens home who are stranded in the Middle East. Qatar Airways and Etihad Airways said flights remain suspended, with its next update planned for Tuesday morning, while Jordan announced a partial closure of its airspace."

Iran and Iranian-backed militias launched missile attacks against Israel and Arab states, with apparent strikes on the U.S. Embassy compound in Kuwait. Israel and the United States responded with extensive military operations targeting Iranian positions. The escalation resulted in at least 555 deaths in Iran, 11 in Israel, and 31 in Lebanon. Over 130 Iranian cities came under attack. A U.S. military incident resulted in Kuwait mistakenly shooting down three American F-15E Strike Eagles. The conflict's expansion disrupted global travel, with major airlines suspending flights and approximately 30,000 German tourists stranded on cruise ships and in hotels. Multiple countries initiated evacuation operations to retrieve citizens from the Middle East region.

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