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Attack on Iran school: Toll rises to 51

According to latest reports, the death toll has risen to 51 in the attack on a girls' primary school in Minab, Iran.

Burj Khalifa evacuated: Reports

The world's tallest building, Burj Khalifa, in Dubai, was evacuated, said reports.

Iran's Defence Minister, Revolutionary Guards commander killed: Report

Iran's Defence Minister Amir Nasirzadeh and Revolutionary Guards commander Mohammed Pakpour are believed to have been killed in Israeli attacks, Reuters reported, citing sources.

US Embassy in Beirut to its citizens: 'Leave Lebanon now'

In a statement, the US Embassy in Beirut said, "If already in the country, the Department of State urges U.S. citizens to depart Lebanon now while commercial options remain available. We urge U.S. citizens not to travel to Lebanon."

India 'deeply concerned', urges 'all sides to exercise restraint, avoid escalation'

In a statement, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said, "India is deeply concerned at the recent developments in Iran and the Gulf region."

Nepal calls for precautionary measures for its citizens in Israel and Iran

Nepal on Saturday told its citizens in West Asian countries to “stay vigilant, exercise caution and maintain regular contact with the community,” adding, it is closely monitoring the evolving situation in the region.

Nepal's announcement came hours after the US and Israel jointly launched a major attack on Iran with the tension escalating to other Gulf countries.

Nepal's Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) said in a statement that it is monitoring the evolving situation in the Gulf region and added that Nepali nationals residing in Israel and Iran are advised to remain indoors and stay vigilant, exercise caution and maintain regular contact with the Nepalese community in the nearby locations.

“Strictly adhere to the security advisories and instructions issued by the competent authorities of Israel and Iran,” the advisory said.

The Nepalese nationals are urged to refrain from traveling without prior authorisation from the authorities concerned in Israel and Iran, the MoFA said.

The Nepali nationals are also advised to maintain regular communication with the Foreign Ministry in Kathmandu and the embassies of Nepal in Tel Aviv and Doha.

“Nepali nationals planning to travel to Israel or Iran are strongly advised to defer their travel plans until the situation in both countries stabilises,” read the advisory.

Meanwhile, issuing a separate travel advisory, the Nepalese Embassy in Abu Dhabi said Nepalese nationals residing in the United Arab Emirates are advised to avoid unnecessary travel and follow security guidelines.

“In case of emergency information, advice and assistance, contact the Embassy of Nepal in Abu Dhabi and Consulate General in Dubai,” the advisory added.

Five blasts heard in Doha: Report

Al Jazeera is reporting that five blasts were heard in Doha as Qatar intercepted missiles.

Explosion heard in Chabahar

An explosion was heard in Iran’s southeastern port city of Chabahar, according to Iranian state media.

International flight operations hit at Mangaluru Airport due to conflict in Middle East

International flight operations at Mangaluru International Airport were disrupted on Saturday following temporary closures of airspace in parts of West Asia, including Iran, amid escalating regional tensions.

In a passenger advisory issued during the day, the airport said multiple services to Gulf destinations were cancelled or affected after several countries, including Iran, Iraq and Israel, imposed restrictions on civilian air traffic.

According to the airport, the closure of Iranian airspace had a direct impact on flights operating to and from Mangaluru.

An Air India Express flight (IX 831) bound for Dubai returned to the bay shortly after departure and was subsequently cancelled at 3 pm. All 174 passengers and six crew members were deplaned safely.

An IndiGo flight (6E 1467) from Mangaluru to Dubai was also cancelled due to the airspace restrictions.

The airport said several other arrivals and departures were called off, including Air India Express flights from Doha and Dubai scheduled to arrive later in the evening, and outbound services to Dubai, Dammam, Kuwait and Abu Dhabi.

Passengers travelling on international routes, particularly to Gulf destinations such as Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Doha, Kuwait and Dammam, have been advised to check with their respective airlines before proceeding to the airport.

Airport authorities cautioned that further delays, diversions or cancellations could not be ruled out as airlines continue to reroute flights to avoid restricted airspace.

Major Indian carriers, including Air India, Air India Express and IndiGo, have issued advisories and are monitoring the evolving situation, with some temporarily suspending services to select West Asian destinations.

Mangaluru airport handles 12 flights on a regular basis to the West Asian region with an average of 150 passengers onboard. According to an airline ticketing agency, almost all flights go on a full belly most of the time in a week.

Mangaluru, Udupi, Bhatkal and Kasargod are within the range of the catchment of Mangaluru International Airport and is one of the top cities having a large volume of traffic from the southern Indian cities on the western coast.

European leaders call for resumption of US-Iran negotiations

Key European leaders have called for a resumption of US-Iran negotiations, warned Iran against indiscriminate strikes, reports AP.