In a significant escalation of Middle Eastern tensions, the United States conducted precision air strikes on three Iranian nuclear facilities Saturday, marking a pivotal moment in the ongoing Israel-Iran conflict. The strikes occurred as cross-border hostilities entered their second week, with Iran launching a new wave of missiles toward Israel on Sunday. The Israeli Defense Forces reported retaliatory strikes targeting Iranian missile launchers and air defense infrastructure.
Key developments:
U.S. military intervention directly targets Iran's nuclear program
Continuous exchange of attacks between Israel and Iran since conflict began
Latest Iranian missile barrage intercepted by Israeli defense systems
Global energy markets react to heightened regional instability
Analysts warn the conflict could disrupt crucial shipping lanes in the Strait of Hormuz, affecting 20% of global oil shipments. The UN Security Council has called an emergency session to address the crisis.
