Two US fighter jets struck weapons and ammunition facilities in Syria today in retaliation for attacks on US forces by militia as concerns grew that the Israel-Hamas conflict may spread in the Middle East, Reuters reports.

US President Joe Biden ordered strikes on the two facilities used by Iran’s Revolutionary Guard Corps and militia it allegedly backs, the Pentagon said, warning the US will take additional measures if attacks by Iran’s proxies continue.

US and coalition troops have been attacked at least 19 times in Iraq and in Syria, allegedly by Iran-backed forces in the past week.

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Shifting climate tone
Updated 08 May, 2026

Shifting climate tone

Our financial system is geared towards short-term, risk-averse lending, while climate adaptation and green infrastructure require patient, long-term capital.
Honour and impunity
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Honour and impunity

THE Sindh Assembly’s discussion on karo-kari this week reminds us of the enduring nature of ‘honour’ killings...
No real change
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No real change

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A breakthrough?
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A breakthrough?

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Missed opportunity
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Missed opportunity

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Punishing dissent
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Punishing dissent

THE Sindh government’s treatment of the Aurat March this week was a disgraceful assault on democratic rights. What...