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Iranian-made drone hits British air base in Cyprus, causing limited damage

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Iranian-made drone hits British air base in Cyprus, causing limited damage

The threat continued into Monday when a government spokesman posted on X that two more “unmanned aerial vehicles” that were heading towards the British Royal Air Force base of Akrotiri were intercepted in time

International News via Reuters:

A drone strike hit a British air base in Cyprus overnight, causing limited damage and no casualties, Cypriot and British officials said on Monday, in a marked escalation effectively dragging an EU member state into the conflict surrounding Iran.

The threat continued into Monday when a government spokesman posted on X that two more “unmanned aerial vehicles” that were heading towards the British Royal Air Force base of Akrotiri were intercepted in time. Sirens sounded at the base after midday on Monday (1000 GMT) and Reuters witnesses saw aircraft taking off.

The overnight strike, which hit a runway at the base, shook the east Mediterranean island, a holiday hotspot and home to thousands of foreign companies. The base, used in the past for military operations in Iraq, Syria and Yemen, was last attacked by Libyan militants in 1986.

Britain had moved additional air assets to Akrotiri in anticipation of U.S. action against Iran in preceding weeks while saying British bases would not be used.

On Sunday, however, Prime Minister Keir Starmer said Britain had accepted a U.S. request to use its bases for defensive strikes against Iranian missiles in storage depots or launchers.

British foreign minister Yvette Cooper said the U.S. had not requested access to the Akrotiri air base.  

Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides said in a speech that the Shahed-type unmanned aerial vehicle caused minor damage when it crashed into the military facilities at 12:03 a.m.

It was not immediately clear from where the Iranian-made Shahed had been fired. 

“All the competent services of the republic are on alert and in full operational readiness,” Christodoulides said.

‘CYPRUS WAS NOT THE TARGET’

Akrotiri base, south-west of the sprawling coastal city of Limassol, is one of two bases Britain has retained in the former colony since independence in 1960. In addition to the military facilities, it houses families of serving personnel.

Although the bases are regarded as British sovereign territory, Cyprus itself is an EU member, now holding the bloc’s rotating presidency. Britain has no legal obligation to inform Cyprus of its use in military operations, but it is customary for London to inform Nicosia of activity.

“I want to be clear: Our country does not participate in any way and does not intend to be part of any military operation,” Christodoulides said.

Cooper said no further details could be provided immediately regarding the strike.

“All of the precautionary measures are being taken around the base,” Cooper told Sky News.

Cyprus is not a member of NATO although it is part of the EU’s mutual defence clause meaning other members of the bloc should come to its aid if it were attacked. 

Commission President Ursula von der Leyen offered support.

“While the Republic of Cyprus was not the target, let me be clear: we stand collectively, firmly and unequivocally with our Member States in the face of any threat,” she said in a post on X.

On Sunday, British defence secretary John Healey said Britain had intercepted two missiles fired in the direction of Cyprus, but added he didn’t believe Cyprus was deliberately targeted.

An EU official, speaking on condition of anonymity, told Reuters they believed Iran was trying to expand the conflict and drag Europeans into it.

RESIDENTS TAKE SHELTER 

People from the nearby civilian village of Akrotiri, home to Greek Cypriots, fled the community overnight, with some taking shelter at Cypriot army barracks in Limassol, local Mayor Pantelis Georgiou told the Cyprus News Agency. 

“I was watching TV and I heard a big explosion. I called the SBA (bases police) asking what was happening, they said they couldn’t say anything. I took my wife, my in-laws, to Limassol,” a person identified as Theodoros told the state broadcaster CyBC from Akrotiri. 

Britain has roughly 7,000 British personnel and dependents on Cyprus. The bases’ territories, covering 99 square miles of Cyprus, or just under 3% of the island, also host a key listening post of the Joint Service Signal Unit at Ayios Nicolaos, which is part of the base on the eastern part of the island.       

Reporting by Devika Nair in Bengaluru, Michele Kambas in Nicosia, Yiannis Kourtoglou at Akrotiri, Sarah Young and Sam Tabahriti in London and Lili Bayer in Brussels; Editing by Clarence Fernandez, Aidan Lewis

North and Horseman master the elements at Rubis Energy Karting Championship

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North and Horseman master the elements at Rubis Energy Karting Championship

The Bermuda Karting Association delivered a masterclass in high-stakes racing as thirty-nine competitors braved mixed conditions for Race Eleven of the Rubis Energy Karting Championship. Shifting between dry and rain-slicked surfaces at the Southside facility, the event became a definitive test of adaptability and tyre strategy.

Jason North asserted his authority in the L206 class, claiming two heat victories. While David Selley managed to snatch a win in the second heat with a clinical late manoeuvre, North regained his composure in the rain to dominate the final race on wet tyres. In the Tag Senior division, Blake Horseman proved untouchable, delivering a perfect sweep of all three heats to cement his status as the man to beat.

The junior categories belonged to Tanner Correia, who enjoyed a stellar double success. Correia took top honours in the Tag Junior class before following it up with a dominant sweep of the Cadet heats.

The gearbox classes remained typically unpredictable; William Dunkley secured two wins in KZ Master, while the standard KZ class saw three different winners in Ryan Burgess, Stephen Corrado, and Horseman. Despite the challenging weather, the depth of Bermuda’s karting talent was on full display as the championship moves toward its final rounds.

Dill delivers clinical first-round stoppage on welterweight debut

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Dill delivers clinical first-round stoppage on welterweight debut

Bermudian mixed martial artist AJ Dill has made a definitive statement in his welterweight debut, securing a ruthless first-round stoppage against Allan Kirby at the Wolkernite Fight Championships in the United Kingdom. Stepping into the octagon at 77kg for the first time, Dill showcased significant tactical evolution to dismantle an opponent with a solid professional pedigree.

The move to the welterweight division presented fresh challenges for Dill, who typically competes at a higher weight class. “My main concerns were matching the speed of the guys at that weight,” Dill admitted, having identified Kirby as a mobile fighter who relied on agility to dictate the pace. Dill’s game plan centered on neutralizing that movement: “I figured if I took his movement away and made him trade punches… then I would have the advantage”.

The strategy “worked a treat” as Dill focused on Kirby’s legs from the opening exchange. With the movement stifled, the end arrived just ninety seconds into the first round when Dill landed a clinical left hook followed by a heavy right to the top of the head. Although Kirby attempted to rise, the referee intervened as his legs had clearly failed him.

The victory maintains Dill’s perfect finishing rate, with all four of his wins coming via knockout or TKO within the first two rounds. Now comfortable at the new weight, Dill has set his sights on a title fight and a move into the semi-pro ranks.

Betschart secures dream debut victory in San Antonio

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Betschart secures dream debut victory in San Antonio

Bermudian junior golfer Darina Betschart has made an immediate impact on the Southern Texas PGA Junior Tour, securing a hard-fought victory at the Riverside Golf Course in San Antonio. Competing in the 13–14 Age Group, Betschart demonstrated remarkable composure to navigate a challenging layout and claim the division title with a round of four-over-par 76.

The performance was particularly impressive given it marked her competitive debut since arriving in Texas last Wednesday. Betschart’s scorecard featured three birdies and nine pars alongside five bogeys and a single double bogey, with her ability to score early proving vital as conditions began to shift during the afternoon.

Reflecting on her winning start, Betschart noted that the elements played a significant factor in her tactical approach. She explained that while she was pleased with the win, it became increasingly windy as the day progressed. The young Bermudian used her length off the tee to take advantage of several holes, though she acknowledged a need to refine her short game as she adjusts to the new regional circuits.

The victory provides a significant momentum boost for Betschart as she begins her tenure in the United States, further highlighting the depth of young talent emerging from Bermuda’s golf development programmes.

Police report single vehicle collision on Harbour Road

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Police report single vehicle collision on Harbour Road

Motorists urged to use caution as traffic is restricted to one lane

A crash in Paget has restricted traffic to one lane on Harbour Road, near the junction of Manse Road.

Police said the single vehicle road traffic collision involved a van.

At 11:30 am, motorists were being urged to approach the area with caution and follow the instructions of officers assisting with traffic flow.

In a post to social media, the Bermuda Police Service wrote: “Alternatively, you may wish to avoid the area altogether and use Middle Road to get to your destination.”

Registration open for Youth Mental Health Training Programme

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Registration open for Youth Mental Health Training Programme

Health Minister says the course “reflects the Government’s commitment to strengthening Bermuda’s mental‑health landscape”

Local professionals who work with young people will soon have new tools to support adolescents facing mental health challenges.

Minister of Health, Kim Wilson, announced the launch of the Youth Mental Health Training Program in the House of Assembly this morning.

The three-day course, complemented by monthly sessions throughout the year, will help participants recognise early warning signs of mental health concerns in adolescents, understand referral pathways, use anti-stigma strategies, and provide safe, effective support.

Minister Wilson said participants will earn a certificate, emphasising that strengthening the skills of trusted adults builds a community safety net around young people.

“As more people in our community develop competencies in adolescent mental health support, we will continue to break down stigmas, thus making it easier for young people to ask for help,” added Minister Wilson.

“In the short term, we are building a Bermuda where youth receive the timely, compassionate and appropriate support they need, at the appropriate level.

“In the long term, such training initiatives not only contribute to a more resilient youth population but also drive cultural changes in how we think about and respond to adolescent mental health concerns and influence positive outcomes for young people across families, schools, sports clubs, and community programmes.”

Registration is now open for the program, and further details on the schedule of sessions are available at www.gov.bm/youthmentalhealthtraining

Read the Minister’s full remarks below.

Building-Community-Capacity-to-Support-Adolescent-Mental-Health-Ministerial-Statement-March-2nd-2026

Bermuda’s track stars shine as Montverde Academy triumphs in Orlando

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Bermuda’s track stars shine as Montverde Academy triumphs in Orlando

Bermudian athletes Miles Outerbridge, Arima Turner, and Amaris Munya delivered a series of clinical performances at The First Academy Royal Invitational in Orlando, propelling their Montverde Academy teammates to the top of the podium. The meet saw the Eagles girls’ squad capture the overall team championship in a field of seven, while the boys’ team secured a solid fourth-place finish.

Outerbridge was the standout performer in the boys’ division, completing a dominant sprint double. He first showcased his explosive power in the 60 metres, clocking a winning time of 7.01 seconds, before returning to outclass the field in the 150-metre dash in 16.36 seconds.

The success continued in the girls’ events as Arima Turner claimed the 60-metre title with a sharp 7.79-second performance. In the middle-distance events, Amaris Munya secured a second-place finish in the 1500 metres in 5:07.00 to bolster the team’s points tally. In the field, Zydon Furbert finished 11th in the shot put with a mark of 8.69 metres.

This collective effort provides a significant momentum boost as the team prepares for the regional championships in March.

Kuwait shoots down US jets in friendly-fire incident, US CENTCOM says

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Kuwait shoots down US jets in friendly-fire incident, US CENTCOM says

All six crew members ejected from the aircraft safely, were recovered and are in stable condition, CENTCOM said

International News via Reuters:

Kuwait’s air defences mistakenly shot down three U.S. F-15 fighter jets during active combat on Monday, U.S. Central Command said on Monday, describing it as an apparent friendly-fire incident during the conflict with Iran.

All six crew members ejected from the aircraft safely, were recovered and are in stable condition, CENTCOM said. 

The incident is the first downing of U.S. aircraft since the U.S.-Israeli war against Iran began on Saturday and underscores how rapidly the conflict is widening across the Gulf. 

“During active combat – that included attacks from Iranian aircraft, ballistic missiles, and drones – the U.S. Air Force fighter jets were mistakenly shot down by Kuwaiti air defenses,” CENTCOM said.

It said that Kuwait had acknowledged the incident and that an investigation into the cause was underway. 

Video images showed a U.S. warplane falling out of the sky over Kuwait early on Monday, while a person could be seen parachuting. The location was verified by Reuters as filmed in the Al Jahra area of Kuwait.

Reuters/Ipsos polling over the weekend showed just one-in-four Americans support U.S. strikes on Iran, with respondents concerned in part about harm to U.S. troops. Trump on Sunday warned of more U.S. casualties as strikes continue, which analysts say could further erode American support for the war.  

SMOKE AT US EMBASSY

In a separate incident, smoke was seen rising from the vicinity of the U.S. Embassy compound in Kuwait City, and fire trucks and ambulances were in the area, a witness told Reuters.

There were no responses to requests for comment on the embassy incident from the U.S. Embassy in Kuwait, or from the U.S. State Department. 

Kuwait intercepted hostile drones earlier on Monday, the third consecutive day of Iranian retaliatory strikes on neighbouring Gulf states in response to U.S. and Israeli attacks on the Islamic Republic.

Iran’s state media earlier cited the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps as saying Iranian armed forces hit a U.S. plane that crashed in Kuwait.

FALLING DEBRIS INJURES WORKERS

Two workers were slightly injured by falling debris at Kuwait’s Mina Al-Ahmadi refinery, Kuwait’s National Petroleum Company said on X.

The U.S. Embassy in Kuwait warned U.S. citizens that there was a continuing threat of missile and drone attacks over the country and urged citizens not to come to the embassy. It advised people to shelter in place, remain on the lowest floor of their residence away from windows and not go outside.

No injuries were reported after Kuwait air defences intercepted the majority of the drones near Rumaithiya and Salwa neighbourhoods, the state news agency cited the director-general of the civil defence as saying.

Loud bangs and sirens were heard throughout the morning in Kuwait, according to Reuters witnesses. A series of loud blasts was heard on Monday morning in Dubai and the Qatari capital of Doha, according to Reuters witnesses. 

Tehran said it would target U.S. bases in the region after the U.S. and Israel launched strikes on Iran on Saturday. 

It has also hit a range of civilian and commercial areas across Gulf cities, widening the conflict’s impact on key regional aviation and trade hubs.

Writing by Andrew Mills, Nayera Abdallah, Editing by Himani Sarkar, Stephen Coates, Thomas Derpinghaus and Sharon Singleton

Travel stocks tumble as US-Iran war sparks worst disruption since pandemic

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Travel stocks tumble as US-Iran war sparks worst disruption since pandemic

Dubai, the world’s busiest international hub, and Doha remained shut for a third day, leaving tens of thousands of passengers stranded as aviation faced its biggest challenge since the COVID pandemic

International News via Reuters:

Travel shares tumbled on Monday as escalating conflict between the U.S., Israel and Iran disrupted flights worldwide, forced the closure of key Middle Eastern hubs and sent oil prices surging, with analysts warning of weeks of disruption.

Dubai, the world’s busiest international hub, and Doha remained shut for a third day, leaving tens of thousands of passengers stranded as aviation faced its biggest challenge since the COVID pandemic. Jordan on Monday became the latest country in the region to partially close its airspace.

Oil prices jumped 7% to their highest in months as Iran and Israel stepped up attacks, raising the prospect of higher fuel costs for airlines.

Shares in TUI, Europe’s largest travel company, were down 8.5% at 1039 GMT, while Lufthansa was down 6.5% and British Airways-owner IAG down 4.8%. Hotelier Accor and cruise company Carnival also fell sharply.

U.S. airline shares dropped around 5% in pre-market trade. 

“We believe that an active war zone, along with the resulting flight disruptions (due to closure of airspace and airports), is likely to curb travel appetite in the region,” said B Riley Securities in a note.

Analysts highlighted rising fuel costs, cancellations and rerouting expenses as the main pressure points for airlines, despite hedging. J.P. Morgan, Goodbody and Citi pointed to Wizz Air as the most exposed European carrier because of its large presence in Israel. 

Aircraft and crew were scattered around the world in the wrong places in what Paul Charles, head of travel consultancy PC Agency, said was a “nightmare scenario”, with airlines not knowing when swaths of Middle Eastern airspace would reopen.

Middle Eastern carriers continued to cancel flights on Monday. Flydubai suspended all flights to and from Dubai until 3 p.m. (1100 GMT) on Tuesday.

Asian airline stocks were also hit. Japan’s ANA Holdings, Air China, China Southern Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, Malaysia’s AirAsia X and Taiwan’s China Airlines and EVA Airways all fell at least 4%. Cathay Pacific cancelled all flights to the Middle East, including to Dubai and Riyadh, and waived rebooking fees.

Singapore Airlines cancelled flights to and from Dubai through March 7, while Japan Airlines suspended Tokyo-Doha services.

Singapore-based independent aviation analyst Brendan Sobie said Indian carriers were particularly exposed due to heavy Middle Eastern schedules serving migrant workers and a ban on using Pakistan’s airspace on flights to and from Europe.

Air India cancelled flights between India and Zurich, Copenhagen, Birmingham, the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Israel and Qatar and said services to New York and Newark would refuel in Rome.

Data provider VariFlight said mainland Chinese airlines had cancelled 26.5% of flights to and from the Middle East from March 2 to March 8, pointing to “sharp near-term disruption” but a wait-and-see stance on potential longer-term schedule changes.

PASSENGERS SCRAMBLE TO CHANGE FLIGHTS 

The ripple effects have hit travellers worldwide. Dubai was the world’s busiest international airport in 2024 with 92 million passengers, according to Airports Council International, ahead of London’s Heathrow by 13 million. Doha ranked 10th.

Virgin Australia, which leases planes operated by partner Qatar Airways for flights to Doha, cancelled eight flights on Monday and offered free booking changes.

Lufthansa cancelled passenger flights in and out of the UAE, but sought to fly an Airbus jet out of Dubai to Munich without passengers.

Qatar Airways passengers in Sydney told Reuters they scrambled to rearrange travel with little information. Ascanio Giorgetti, 16, and his mother Alessandra Giorgetti from Italy found their flight to Milan via Doha cancelled. They secured an alternative route home via Los Angeles on another airline.

“We have no information at all, no answer on the phone from Qatar (Airways),” she said, adding the tickets had cost 4,000 euros ($4,708)

Jenni and Doug Stewart, both 78, were flying from Sydney to Scotland via Doha when their flight turned back to Melbourne, before they then flew to Sydney. “We were told the airspace had closed,” Jenni said. “It was chaotic in Melbourne, hundreds of people looking for even the vaguest of information,” Doug said.

($1 = 0.8495 euros)

Reporting by Byron Kaye and Hollie Adams in Sydney, Shivangi Lahiri and Yadarisa Shabong in Bengaluru, Joanna Plucinska in London, Federico Maccioni in Dubai, Ben Blanchard in Taipei, Julie Zhu in Hong Kong, Samuel Shen in Shanghai, David Dolan and Maki Shiraki in Tokyo, Jun Yuan Yong in Singapore and Juarawee Kittsilpa in Malaysia; Writing by Anne Marie Roantree; Editing by Jamie Freed, Mark Potter and Susan Fenton

Police warn of ‘sophisticated’ bank scam

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Police warn of ‘sophisticated’ bank scam

Fraudsters are using automated calls to impersonate bank officials

The Bermuda Police Service (BPS) is advising the public to remain vigilant, following several reports of a sophisticated banking scam that has resulted in victims being duped out of millions of dollars.

The BPS is aware of residents receiving automated phone messages purporting to be from a bank Relationship Manager, regarding a malicious automated phone message. The recorded message falsely claims that a $1,000 debit has been processed on the recipient’s card account and instructs them to press “1” for Yes or “2” for No, to indicate whether the transaction was authorised.

Individuals who press “2” are then transferred to a fraudster posing as a banking representative, who attempts to elicit sensitive personal and financial information.

The Bermuda Police Service urges members of the public to:

• Not engage with unsolicited automated calls regarding financial transactions.

• Never press options or provide personal information in response to unexpected calls.

• Hang up immediately and contact their bank directly using the official number on the back of their card.

• Never grant remote access to their phone, tablet, or computer to unknown individuals.

• Report suspicious calls to their bank and to police without delay.

Residents are reminded that legitimate financial institutions will not ask for full passwords, PINs, or request remote access to personal devices.

Anyone who believes they may have shared sensitive information or, granted access to their accounts, should immediately contact their bank and report the matter to police.

The Bermuda Police Service continues to work closely with all banks to monitor the situation and investigate this latest scam.

Stay alert. Stay informed. Protect your information.

Regiment troops rebuild homes in Jamaica

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Regiment troops rebuild homes in Jamaica

More than 20 soldiers replace roofs in hurricane-hit St Elizabeth during Operation Olive Branch

Images and media release supplied by the Royal Bermuda Regiment

Repairing hurricane-hit homes in Jamaica deepened the sense of pride and responsibility within Royal Bermuda Regiment soldiers as they worked alongside troops from other countries to help restore normality for residents.

Visiting parts of St Elizabeth – one of the worst-affected parishes when Hurricane Melissa struck as a category 5 last October – became a powerful reminder of the lasting impact that can be delivered by boots on the ground.

Operation Olive Branch was undertaken to restore safe, liveable housing and contribute to broader restoration efforts in the country, where the storm claimed dozens of lives and the widespread trail of destruction included losses of housing, livelihoods, power and water access.

Captain Travis Stevens, the RBR Officer in Charge of the two-week deployment, said: “When we arrived in St Elizabeth, seeing in person the devastation we had previously only watched on the news was a sobering experience. It reinforced immediately why we were there and strengthened our resolve to make a meaningful impact.

“The British Overseas Territories contingent – comprising personnel from the Royal Bermuda Regiment, Cayman Islands Regiment and Turks and Caicos Islands Regiment – completely replaced roofs on 14 homes. These were not temporary repairs; they were full restorations, including wall plates, rafters, sheathing and waterproofing.”

Working with the Jamaica Defence Force and drawing on its extensive local knowledge allowed for a tailored approach to provide swift, appropriate support.

Another project partner, the Ghana Armed Forces, provided invaluable expertise in timber construction, alongside its substantial global peacekeeping and infrastructure experience.

Capt Stevens said: “Both forces demonstrated tremendous professionalism and patience, coaching our soldiers with the heart of teachers. That investment paid dividends. Once trained, our troops were able to operate more efficiently and begin working on multiple homes concurrently.”

He added: “Importantly, our soldiers are taking these skills back to Bermuda, strengthening our own disaster-response capability.”

Strong partnership working was a highlight of the deployment.

“Many members of the Royal Bermuda Regiment, Cayman Islands Regiment and Turks and Caicos Islands Regiment have worked together before, some for the second, third, or even fourth time,” Capt Stevens said.

“That continuity is a testament to the developing and enduring relationship between our regiments. From the outset, the BOT contingent, the Jamaica Defence Force and the Ghana Armed Forces bonded seamlessly. We share similar values, standards and a common mission: restoring normality for the Jamaican people.

“Rather than operating as separate contingents, we functioned as one cohesive team. Each force brought complementary strengths and that diversity enhanced our overall effectiveness.”

However, the most powerful aspect of the experience was the reception from residents, as teams worked in the St Elizabeth areas of Black River, Middle Quarters and Thornton.

Capt Stevens said: “Many of the homes we worked on belong to families who have lived there for generations, families who have weathered countless storms over the years. Hurricane Melissa uprooted lives in a way that was both sudden and devastating.

“Being able to shake a homeowner’s hand, look them in the eye and tell them their roof is secure again instilled an overwhelming sense of pride and responsibility.

“It sharpened the focus of every soldier on site. Every cut became more precise; every bolt more secure. There was a collective determination not to leave until the job was done properly.

“I am proud and honoured to serve alongside some of Bermuda’s most selfless, driven and committed soldiers in restoring such a beautiful country.

“We are deeply grateful to all partners involved in this momentous restoration effort.”

Among the RBR soldiers deployed was Private Jason Miller, a 45-year-old truck driver who was born and raised in Jamaica but has lived in Bermuda for 11 years.

The Warwick resident, who like his fellow troops volunteered for the operation, said: “The Regiment has been good to me, I’ve learned a lot from the Regiment, and I’m Jamaican so I wanted to be able to give back to my home country when the opportunity arose. It was wonderful.”

Acting Lance Corporal Elleston Taylor, 35, a property maintenance technician from Devonshire, was also pleased to support the effort.

He said: “As a Jamaican, it was important to me to sign up when I knew the RBR would be going to Jamaica. It felt good to be there, I was able to help and also interact with some people, so it was a nice feeling.”

More than 20 Royal Bermuda Regiment soldiers were involved in the deployment and returned to the island on Saturday night.

Upon arrival, Private Camille Chin-Gurret, 26, shared: “Before I went, I wondered how I would be able to help repair roofs – I had not much knowledge or carpentry skills – but I was taught chiselling, sawing, precise cutting.

“It was an amazing experience.”

· For information on joining the Royal Bermuda Regiment, visit rbr.bm, call 238-1045 or contact the Recruiting Team at rbr.recruiting@gov.bm.

Tehran hospital evacuated after explosions nearby, WHO says

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Tehran hospital evacuated after explosions nearby, WHO says

The WHO spokesperson said that it is working to verify reports about alleged damage to the Motahari Hospital in Tehran and emergency medical centres in Sarab, in northwestern Iran, and another in the western province of Hamadan

International News via Reuters:

The World Health Organization said on Monday that a hospital in Iran’s capital has been evacuated after explosions nearby and that it is working to verify reports that three other medical centres in the country had been hit since the start of the U.S.-Israeli air war against Iran on February 28. 

“We understand patients were moved due to nearby explosions that caused collateral damage to the hospital,” said a WHO spokesperson, referring to the Gandhi Hospital in Tehran.

Witnesses told Reuters on March 1 that the hospital had been hit by Israeli strikes. 

The WHO spokesperson said that it is working to verify reports about alleged damage to the Motahari Hospital in Tehran and emergency medical centres in Sarab, in northwestern Iran, and another in the western province of Hamadan. 

The WHO has a country office in Iran and works with the government on health emergencies and disease control. It seeks to verify attacks on health systems across the world, without attributing blame.

Iran’s ambassador to the U.N. in Geneva, Ali Bahreini, said in a speech to the Human Rights Council on Monday that hospitals had been subjected to “indiscriminate attacks”, without giving details. 

Reporting by Emma Farge and Olivia Le Poidevin, Editing by Friederike Heine

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