Iran launched new missile attacks against Israel on Sunday, marking a significant escalation in regional tensions following U.S. airstrikes on three Iranian nuclear facilities earlier in the day. Television footage captured explosions in Tel Aviv, with projectiles striking central Israel's Shephelah region, damaging critical infrastructure and residential areas.
The strikes come as direct retaliation for what Iranian state media called "a reckless act of aggression" by Washington. Analysts suggest this exchange represents one of the most volatile moments in Middle Eastern geopolitics since 2020, with global oil prices already reacting to the instability.
Local authorities in Israel reported emergency protocols being activated nationwide, while neighboring Jordan announced heightened airspace surveillance. The United Nations Security Council has called an emergency session to address the crisis.
For investors monitoring Asian markets, the conflict raises concerns about energy security and potential disruptions to shipping routes. Meanwhile, security experts warn of possible ripple effects across Asia's strategic partnerships in the Middle East.
