One of Alaska's most active volcanoes shot an ash cloud about 8 km into the sky, prompting flight delays and cancellations.
The country's Volcano Observatory has issued a "code red" warning, and air traffic has been advised to steer clear of Shishaldin in Alaska’s Aleutian Islands.
The ash plume was spotted by a pilot and was visible in satellite images captured from space.
US and Israel launch strikes on Iran
The United States and Israel launched strikes on Iran on Saturday, targeting its leadership and dimming hopes of a diplomatic solution to Tehran's nuclear dispute with the West.
Saudi Arabia condemns Iranian attacks on Arab countries
Saudi Arabia has strongly condemned Iran's attacks on the UAE, Bahrain, Qatar, Kuwait and Jordan on Saturday, stating that it violates the sovereignty of the countries.
Qatar successfully intercepts attacks on state territory
The Qatari Ministry of Defence has announced that it successfully intercepted a number of attacks targeting its territory.
Kuwait intercepts missiles detected in airspace
The Kuwaiti army has confirmed its interception of Iranian missiles detected in its airspace on Saturday in accordance with approved operational procedures.
Bahrain affirms attacks targeting its sites, facilities
Bahrain's security and military authorities have initiated emergency response plans and taken necessary field measures after Iran launched attacks on its sites and facilities.
