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The Indian government has issued an updated travel advisory for its citizens traveling to Iran and Israel, advising them to remain vigilant and maintain contact with the Indian embassy in those countries. The advisory comes as tensions remain high in the Middle East following an Israeli air strike on an Iranian embassy complex in Damascus and subsequent retaliatory actions by Iran. The advisory replaces a previous one issued on April 12 that urged Indian citizens to avoid visiting Iran and Israel.

Dubai’s airports and airlines have issued a critical travel advisory citing unpredictable weather conditions, urging caution for travelers. Emirates and Flydubai recommend arriving at the airport earlier than usual to account for possible road delays. The UAE’s meteorological agency has warned of strong winds and reduced visibility due to rain and dust.

An Oklahoma man, Ryan Watson, could face up to 12 years in prison in the British overseas territory of Turks and Caicos after customs officials discovered a bag of bullets in his luggage. Despite claiming it was an accidental mistake, Watson and his wife were detained and charged with possession of ammunition. The wife has been allowed to return home after the charges were dropped against her, but Watson remains in custody. This incident highlights the strict gun laws enforced in the Turks and Caicos Islands, where the mandatory minimum prison sentence for bringing guns or ammunition is 12 years.