U.S.-Iran hostilities appear to have paused after two days of intense exchanges, with the U.S. striking 170 Iranian targets and Iran retaliating against U.S. bases in the Gulfcoinciding with the weeklong funeral for former Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei and four family members killed in the initial strikes. Tensions remain high as Jordan intercepted Iranian fire and the UAE was threatened, while Israels military chief warns readiness for renewed conflict. Meanwhile, in Gaza, Israeli forces have expanded control to nearly 70% since the ceasefire, displacing Palestinians, cutting aid access, and killing over 1,000 people, according to Gazas Health Ministry.
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