Fresh volleys of missiles were launched as Iran and Israel continued to battle each other on Saturday night, marking the second successive night of the conflict. Witnesses reported several missiles over Jerusalem and air raid sirens in Haifa. The Israeli military confirmed the launch of missiles from Iran and activated interception systems. The public was advised to seek shelter until further notice.
Iran's state TV announced an offensive operation against Israel involving missile and drone strikes. Iraq called on the US to prevent Israeli aircraft from breaching Iraqi airspace for attacks on Iran. Oman canceled the Iran-US nuclear talks scheduled in Muscat, emphasizing diplomacy as the path to peace.
Following Israeli airstrikes, a top adviser to Iran's supreme leader died in the hospital. Flames erupted at Iran's South Pars natural gas field after an alleged Israeli strike. The closure of the strategic Strait of Hormuz is under review by Iran, as reported by IRINN.
Israel warned of severe consequences if Iran continues targeting its civilians, claiming control of the airspace from western Iran to Tehran. The Israeli military reported eliminating over 20 Iranian army and Revolutionary Guards commanders. Iran retaliated with missile strikes on Israel, resulting in casualties.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu threatened to strike all targets of the Ayatollah regime in Iran, asserting a significant blow to Tehran's nuclear program. The conflict intensified as both sides exchanged fire, leading to fears of a prolonged regional conflict.
Iran's UN ambassador reported casualties from Israeli strikes and warned of retaliatory actions against countries supporting Israel. Amid escalating tensions, UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres and Pope Leo XIV called for peace and diplomacy to prevail.
Iran claimed to have hit an Israeli F-35 fighter jet, while Israel denied the reports. Iran warned the US, UK, and France of targeting their bases and ships if they assist in stopping Tehran's strikes on Israel.
Pakistan expressed solidarity with Iran against Israeli aggression, condemning the attacks and advocating for peace in the region. President Trump and President Putin agreed to end the Israel-Iran conflict, while President Putin condemned Israeli strikes on Iran. Additionally, Shehbaz and Erdogan strongly denounced Israeli aggression in a telephone call.
Source: The News International