The attacks came a day after Israel and Iran pulled back from direct confrontation. The Israeli campaign against the Lebanese militia Hezbollah has been an obstacle in U.S.-Iran peace talks.

Iran news highlights: US President Donald Trump blamed Iran on Tuesday for shooting down a US Army helicopter close to the Strait of Hormuz and said the United States must respond. Iran's foreign minister Abbas Araghchi said the military will not leave attacks or threats unanswered.

The US Army's Apache helicopter gunship reportedly crashed near the Strait of Hormuz, however, the pilots on board were safe. Meanwhile, Iran and Israel announced a halt in strikes, leading the way for a potential ceasefire deal between Tehran and Washington.

Protests are underway across the North this evening in the wake of the horror knife attack in North Belfast. Demonstrations are being reported at several locations in Belfast, Co Antrim and Bangor. The 'barbaric' attack has caused widespread outrage and been condemned by politicians and community leaders across NI.

At least three people watched a livestream as gunmen filmed their deadly attack at the Islamic Center of San Diego on Monday. One viewer urged another to alert law enforcement, but it is not clear if anyone did.

Iran attacked Kuwait and Bahrain, while diplomacy between Washington and Tehran showed little progress.