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A US-Israeli strike targeted Iran's Qom-Tehran highway early Friday, Mehr news agency reported, with no immediate reports of casualties or damage. The attack comes a day after strikes destroyed the strategic B1 bridge in Karaj, north of Tehran, killing eight people and wounding 95.President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan said Thursday that the struggle for oil and carbon fuels in the past century will be replaced by water as competition for power intensifies. "The signs of this struggle are already visible in the armed conflicts taking place around the region," he warned.President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan extended his greetings to Türkiye's Jewish citizens for the Passover holiday, wishing that the holiday brings "peace, stability, prosperity, and well-being to our region and all humanity." The message reflects Türkiye's tradition of recognizing religious holidays of all communities.Turkish supporters flooded Taksim Square waving flags and celebrating after the national team qualified for the 2026 FIFA World Cup by defeating Kosovo 1-0 in the European Qualifiers play-off final on April 1. The victory secured Türkiye's place in the global tournament.Iran carried out at least 5,471 missile and drone attacks targeting US bases and critical sites in seven Arab countries since Feb. 28, according to compiled official data. The UAE was the most impacted, intercepting 414 ballistic missiles, 15 cruise missiles and 1,914 drones.

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Iraqi capital Baghdad hosts 12th International Flower Festival

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Iraqi capital Baghdad hosts 12th International Flower Festival

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Flower festival kicks off in Baghdad’s Al-Zawraa Park, says state news agency INA

The International Flower Festival has kicked off in the Iraqi capital Baghdad, according to the local media.

The opening of the 12th edition of the festival was held in Baghdad’s Al-Zawraa Park, the state news agency INA said on Thursday.

Speaking at the opening ceremony, Baghdad Mayor Ammar Musa said the festival has been annually organized by Baghdad Municipality since 2009.

"Our beloved capital, Baghdad, used to pay attention years ago to flowers, with its beautiful and magical world. It has become imperative to hold local and international festivals and exhibitions. We are also keen to participate in similar flower festivals in a number of countries where such spring and autumn weddings are held," Musa said.

The mayor also stressed the significance of spreading “the culture of beauty, given that flowers represent a humanitarian message that transcends continents.”

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