Iran-Israel war escalates: missile attacks, rising casualties, global concerns deepen

The ongoing conflict between Iran and Israel has escalated dramatically, turning into a destructive war with potential global ramifications. In the latest updates, Iran has launched a fresh missile strike on southern Israel’s Beersheba region, causing widespread damage. Vehicles caught fire and thick plumes of smoke were seen rising from the area. This marks a sharp intensification in Iran's offensive, using reportedly banned cluster munitions—weaponry rarely used due to international restrictions.Meanwhile, Israel has retaliated with its first direct airstrike on Iranian soil, allegedly targeting sensitive locations including suspected nuclear facilities. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu visited a hospital damaged in an Iranian strike, reaffirming that Israel is only targeting military and nuclear sites, not civilians—accusing Iran of doing the opposite.The United Nations Security Council has called an emergency meeting, and U.S. President Donald Trump has denied reports of an imminent American military intervention, stating a decision will be made in two weeks. However, with European powers such as Germany, France, and the UK engaging Iran diplomatically in Geneva, hopes for de-escalation remain slim.Amid the chaos, oil prices have surged by nearly 3%, and Russia has warned the U.S. against deepening its involvement, raising fears of a wider regional conflict.

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