Israel and Iran Exchange Missile Strikes, Vow Further Retaliation

An Iranian state television broadcast was bombed live on air amidst escalating missile attacks between Israel and Iran. Explosions were reported in Tehran, with residents attempting to leave the city.

From the G7 summit, Donald Trump issued a warning, referencing a previous "deal" with Iran. Shortly after, the White House announced Trump's return to the United States due to the situation in the Middle East.

Israeli strikes on Iran resulted in at least 224 deaths between Friday and Sunday, while reports indicated Iran's interest in a ceasefire with the US. The death toll in Israel rose to 24 as Iran continued retaliatory strikes. Further missile alerts sounded in northern Israel as Iran vowed to continue attacks.

In the Israeli city of Petah Tikva, residents gathered essentials and prepared to evacuate after a deadly strike. One resident described the extensive damage to their home, rendering it uninhabitable. Another described the explosion as a "huge boom," noting the unprecedented nature of the situation. Despite the impact, residents expressed support for Israel's actions, citing the perceived threat of Iran's nuclear capabilities.

Iran's military stated it was targeting military sites and energy infrastructure in response to Israeli strikes. Another resident whose home was damaged also supported Israel's campaign, expressing confidence in the country's strength and leadership. The Israeli military claimed aerial dominance over Iran and reported destroying Iranian aircraft at Tehran airport, while Iranian state media claimed to have downed an Israeli F35.

Israel's strikes have resulted in casualties among military commanders, nuclear scientists, and civilians, according to Iranian authorities. On Monday, Israel urged residents in a part of Tehran to evacuate before striking Iran's state broadcaster. Footage showed a newsreader taking cover as debris fell in the studio.

The live feed of the Iranian broadcaster was cut but resumed shortly after. An Iranian spokesperson accused Israel of a war crime. The Israeli Defence Minister threatened further strikes against the Iranian regime.

Meanwhile, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was asked about reports of a plan to assassinate Iran's supreme leader. Netanyahu stated that such a step would "end the conflict." He accused Iran of wanting a "forever war" and claimed Israel was preventing nuclear war.

Following strikes against Tehran, Iran vowed swift retaliation. Iran's state TV issued threats against Israeli broadcasters and announced further missile and drone strikes. A spokesperson for Iran's Revolutionary Guard stated strikes against Israel would continue. After an Iranian strike damaged a power plant in Haifa, Israel's Energy Ministry assured that other generators would maintain power across the country.