Israel Iran Conflict Escalates With Hundreds Struck, Dozens Killed

The ongoing conflict between Israel and Iran has escalated with significant casualties and widespread condemnation from Middle Eastern nations urging de-escalation and diplomacy. Israel launched Operation Rising Lion, striking over 100 Iranian targets including nuclear and military facilities, killing senior commanders and scientists, while Iran retaliated with missile attacks causing deaths and injuries in Israel. Countries such as the UAE, Qatar, Oman, Jordan, and Saudi Arabia condemned Israel's strikes as violations of international law and called for restraint and UN intervention to prevent further escalation. Despite international calls for calm, rhetoric from both Israel and Iran remains defiant, with Israel emphasizing the need to prevent Iran's nuclear ambitions and Iran promising continued retaliation. In Israel, citizens have responded with religious observances and high morale amid missile attacks, while the UK government urged de-escalation but acknowledged Israel's stance against Iranian nuclear development. The situation remains volatile with fears of a wider regional conflict, as military and diplomatic efforts continue amid ongoing hostilities.