bombardment

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AFP reporters have been speaking to a range of people living in Iran to build a picture of life under daily US and Israeli bombardment despite an internet blackout and major communication problems.

From Barron's

Aziza, who sheltered families fleeing the 2024 war, worries about the massive influx of displaced people from Beirut's southern suburbs, where Hezbollah holds sway, and which have come under Israeli bombardment.

From Barron's

Iranian state media now refers to his son, who was injured in the bombardments, as the “Jaambaz” of Ramadan, a term used for war veterans wounded in battle.

From The Wall Street Journal

"I don't think anyone who hasn't experienced war would understand it," a 26-year-old teacher told AFP on condition of anonymity, describing the fear of living under bombardment.

From Barron's

A "large-scale aerial bombardment" began at the same time, it said.

From BBC