Israeli-Iranian Strikes Kill 244 Across Tehran, Israel Amid Escalating Conflict

The conflict between Israel and Iran has escalated significantly, with both sides engaging in deadly attacks resulting in numerous civilian casualties. Iranian citizens in Tehran are experiencing fear, confusion, and long queues at petrol stations as they face the threat of Israeli airstrikes targeting military and possibly civilian infrastructure. Israel has announced plans to issue evacuation orders for Tehran neighborhoods ahead of extensive airstrikes, aiming to stop Iranian missile attacks on Israeli population centers, although Israeli officials claim there is no intent to deliberately harm civilians. Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesperson defended Iran's retaliatory strikes as legitimate self-defense under international law, condemning Israel's initial attacks and accusing Western nations of complicity in the aggression. The ongoing violence has led to widespread suffering on both sides, with Iran mourning its defense leaders and civilians killed and Israelis facing missile attacks. The situation remains tense, with both nations prepared to continue their military actions amid international calls for restraint.