Overview
- Israeli and U.S. forces conducted coordinated raids on Iranian missile and air‑defense infrastructure, with Israel signaling a second, more aggressive wave and President Donald Trump saying operations will continue through the week.
- Iranian state media and senior officials reported the death of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei and outlined plans for an interim leadership council, while multiple top security figures were also reported killed.
- Iran launched missiles and drones at Israel and at U.S. bases across the Gulf, with interceptions reported in Qatar, Kuwait and Bahrain, a strike damaging Dubai’s airport, and a direct hit in Tel Aviv causing at least one death and dozens of injuries.
- Humanitarian agencies in Iran reported heavy civilian casualties from the initial bombardments, including more than 200 dead with many schoolchildren among the victims, though a communications blackout is impeding independent verification.
- Global repercussions widened as analysis pointed to a de facto closure of the Strait of Hormuz, UEFA and CONMEBOL reviewed security for the Finalissima in Qatar, Argentina raised its national alert level, and the IAEA board scheduled an emergency meeting for Monday.