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Macron calls on Israel, Iran and Hezbollah to prevent Lebanon being embroiled in conflict

French President Macron appeals to Israel and Iran to prevent Lebanon's involvement in Middle East conflict escalation. Macron proposes a plan including military aid to the Lebanese army while Israel orders evacuations in Beirut suburbs and eastern villages amid Hezbollah tensions.

El-Sisi says Egypt in ‘state of near-emergency’ as war threatens economy

Egyptian President El-Sisi warns that Egypt faces an economic 'state of near-emergency' due to regional Middle East conflict, citing threats of runaway inflation. The article notes Egypt has not experienced direct physical impact from the US-Israel-Iran conflict but faces economic consequences from disrupted trade and regional instability.

Europol warns Iran crisis raises threat of terror, extremism and cyberattacks

Europol warns that Middle East conflict will increase security threats to the EU, including terrorism, organized crime, violent extremism, and cyberattacks. A Europol spokesman predicts more infrastructure cyberattacks and AI-enabled online fraud exploiting conflict-related information.

PSG prepare for Chelsea clash with Monaco rematch

PSG will face Monaco on Friday as a warmup before their Champions League last-16 match against Chelsea. Coach Luis Enrique expressed optimism about the upcoming competitive period. PSG remains title contenders despite inconsistent form this season.

How Israel’s ‘buffer zone’ plan could redraw the map of southern Lebanon

Israel has launched a ground incursion into southern Lebanon and announced plans for a permanent 'security zone' along the border in response to Hezbollah attacks. Lebanese officials characterize the situation as exceptionally dangerous, with Hezbollah operating from areas both north and south of the Litani River.

Israel decided to kill Khamenei in November, defense minister says

Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz stated that Israel decided in November to assassinate Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, with the operation planned for approximately six months later. The article reports that Khamenei was killed in the opening hours of a US-Israeli air campaign that began on Saturday, marking the first assassination of a country's top leader by airstrike.

Jordan’s king condemns Iranian attacks in region during talks with Syrian president

King Abdullah of Jordan and Syrian President Ahmad Al-Sharaa held a phone call to discuss regional tensions following recent US and Israeli military actions against Iran. Both leaders called for dialogue to prevent further escalation in the region.

Trump fires homeland security chief Kristi Noem

President Trump fired Homeland Security Chief Kristi Noem on Thursday, replacing her with Republican Senator Markwayne Mullen effective March 31. The firing reportedly followed Noem's Senate testimony where she disclosed Trump had approved a $220 million DHS advertising campaign featuring her prominently.

Kane to miss Bayern game against Gladbach with calf knock

Harry Kane will miss Bayern Munich's Bundesliga match against Borussia Moenchengladbach on Friday due to a calf injury, according to coach Vincent Kompany. Kane is expected to recover in time for Bayern's Champions League last-16 match against Atalanta the following Tuesday.

Swedish intelligence warns of increased Middle East war fallout

Swedish intelligence officials warn that Middle East conflicts are increasing security threats in Sweden, including threats against American, Israeli, and Iranian dissident interests. The warning follows recent US-Israeli strikes on Iran and compounds existing security concerns from Russia's Ukraine invasion.