Israel Strikes Iranian State TV Amid Escalation

Israel launched a missile strike on Iran's state television headquarters (IRIB) in Tehran during a live broadcast, prompting an anchor to flee the studio amid smoke and debris. The Israeli Defense Forces stated that the strike targeted what they claimed was military infrastructure disguised as a civilian facility, and issued evacuation warnings beforehand. Iranian state media resumed broadcasting soon after, with officials condemning the attack and asserting that Israel could not silence them. The incident represents a major escalation as Israel and Iran have exchanged missile attacks in recent days, leading to civilian casualties and large-scale displacement. Israeli leaders claim air superiority over Tehran and have vowed to continue operations against Iran's nuclear and missile capabilities. International reactions include calls for restraint, with Russia expressing concern over the conflict's potential to destabilize the region and global markets.