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South Africa is closely monitoring escalating tensions in the Middle East. This live blog will bring you verified updates on travel advisories, government responses and the experiences of South Africans in affected countries.

Israel and Hezbollah traded fire on Monday, while President Donald Trump vowed to avenge the deaths of US service members and said the war with Iran could last for weeks.

The United States (US) President Donald Trump has warned Iran against any further retaliation following coordinated American and Israeli airstrikes.

United States (US) Secretary of War Peter Hegseth says that the USA has been in conflict with Iran for some time, and only now chose to hit back.

The Hawks have arrested three senior National Department of Health officials on fraud and theft charges.