Iran has threatened retaliation after the US carried out strikes on key nuclear sites, fuelling fears of protracted hostilities despite prior promises to avoid further escalation.

MPs approved legislation enabling certain terminally ill individuals to choose a medically assisted end-of-life option, passing narrowly after impassioned debate over ethics, safeguards and personal rights.

Donald Trump expressed uncertainty over whether the US would join a military campaign, while Iran warned of severe repercussions if Washington supported Israel, creating heightened international unease.