It’s been a chilling day. The preliminary report into the June 12 crash of Air India Flight AI‑171 —a Boeing 787 Dreamliner that plunged shortly after taking off from Ahmedabad—opens a window into a tragedy both technical and emotional. Seconds after lift-off, at around 08:08:42 UTC , the engines were screaming at 180 knots —right when both fuel-control switches flipped from RUN to CUTOFF , one after the other, barely a second apart. Instantly, both engines began losing thrust. The cockpit voice recorder captured one pilot shaking, “ Why did you cut off fuel? ” — a response came, “ I didn’t. ” There was panic. The crew tried to switch fuel back to RUN, and the plane’s automatic systems tried to relight the engines. Engine 1 partially recovered , but Engine 2 could not arrest its descent despite repeated attempts. A MAYDAY call echoed over the radio around 08:09:05, and just six seconds later , data stopped. The plane crashed less than a mile from the runway, into a medical col...
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If you're drawn to the intense, real-world drama—wars, power plays, aggressive moves—then this June recap is for you. Here’s a no-fluff look at the hottest conflict zones and power shifts this month. Brace yourselves!
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Iran–Israel War Escalation
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June 13: Israel launched Operation Rising Lion, striking several Iranian nuclear and military sites including Natanz and Tabriz.
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Iran’s Answer: Called it “Operation True Promise 3” — launched over 150 ballistic missiles and 100+ drones at Israeli territory. Major cities including Tel Aviv faced air alerts; 22 injuries reported.
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Regional Fallout:
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Iran discussed closing the Strait of Hormuz—a key oil route, which could spike global fuel costs. t
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U.S. launched Operation Midnight Hammer on June 21–22:
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Over 125 aircraft (including B‑2 bombers) and 30+ Tomahawk missiles struck Iranian nuclear sites like Natanz, Fordow, and Isfahan.
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Iran retaliated with strikes targeting Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar (U.S. base) on June 22.
Syria, Yemen, & Proxy Escalation
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Israel vs. Yemen Houthis (June 10–11): For the first time, Israel struck Hodeida port in Yemen, targeting Houthi shelters on the Red Sea coast. This is part of rising proxy warfare in the region.
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Houthis Retaliate: Vowed to target ships tied to the U.S., U.K., and Israel in the Red Sea, risking global trade disruption.
Africa: Fighting & Ceasefire Talks
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Somalia – Shabelle Offensive:
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Ongoing battle since February 2025.
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Al-Shabaab seized several towns; over 700 militants claimed, 571+ killed. Massive humanitarian threats.
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DR Congo – M23 Offensive + Peace Moves:
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January: M23 rebels captured Goma (DRC), backed by Rwanda, seizing strategic positions. Thousands killed, government in turmoil.
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June 28: A U.S.-mediated peace agreement between DRC and Rwanda to de-escalate violence.
Taiwan Strait Tensions:
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Large-scale military drills by China near Taiwan; Taiwan responded with its own defensive exercises. U.S. support raises risks of a major confrontation.
Myanmar’s War Continues:
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Armed conflict since 2021 coup; more than 6,000 civilians killed, rebels pushing, ceasefire unlikely—even after a 7.7 quake year.
Sudan Crisis:
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Civil war between SAF and RSF ongoing into 2025; cholera outbreak, massive displacement, and outside powers feeding instability
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