Israel, Iran Trade Strikes After Hospital Attack

An Iranian missile struck Soroka Medical Center in Beersheba, southern Israel, causing extensive damage and evacuation of patients, but no reported fatalities. At least 40 people were wounded as additional Iranian missiles hit a high-rise in Tel Aviv and other residential areas. In response, Israel launched strikes on Iran’s Arak heavy water reactor and a site near Natanz, both linked to Iran's nuclear program, though Iran claimed there was no radiation risk or civilian damage. The conflict, now in its seventh day, has involved Iran firing over 400 missiles and hundreds of drones at Israel, with Israeli air defenses intercepting most. Iranian officials warned the US against intervening, threatening severe consequences, while denying any intent to escalate further. Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu condemned the hospital strike as a war crime and pledged retaliation amid intensifying hostilities.