News18 Afternoon Digest: Tensions Between Israel-Iran Intensifies & Other Top Stories
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In today's afternoon digest, News18 brings you the latest updates on the escalated tension between Israel and Iran and other top stories.
Israel Says 'Will Make Iran Pay' As Missiles Hit Soroka Hospital, Tel Aviv Stock Exchange Building: 10 Updates
The military conflict between Israel and Iran entered the seventh day on Thursday as both sides continued to attack targets in the two countries. While Iranian missiles hit a prominent medical facility in southern Israel and the Stock Exchange building in Tel Aviv, reports said an area near the heavy water facility of Iran's Khondab nuclear facility was targeted by Israel. Read More
The military conflict between Israel and Iran entered the seventh day on Thursday as both sides continued to attack targets in the two countries. An Iranian missile struck the Soroka Medical Centre in southern Israel early Thursday, causing significant injuries and 'extensive damage," according to an Israeli government spokesperson. Read More
Ananya Panday and Kartik Aaryan's looks for Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri have surfaced on Reddit, and the reactions aren't too positive. Ananya and Kartik have been in Croatia for a while now for the film's shoot. The viral images show them in 'tanned' avatars. While Kartik's hair is styled in what seems to be a mohawk, Ananya Panday can be seen with golden highlights. Read More
'Bowlers Don't Hide Behind Bats': Bumrah Reacts After Kohli Rates IPL 5 Level Below Tests
Kohli's teammate Jasprit Bumrah agrees with Kohli's views but feels that the situation is different for everyone and especially for the bowlers who end up putting their body on the line. 'It is up to the individual. They have one career, and bowlers don't hide behind a bat. A lot of strain is put on the body," Bumrah said on Star Sports. 'You have a family to take care of and earn money. If sometimes their bodies don't allow them to play red-ball cricket and they still want to contribute, it is better to be smarter." Read More
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