Israel Iran Conflict Deepens: Multiple Civilian Sites Hit Amid Renewed Missile Strikes

Special Correspondent, Geneva-

The already tense geopolitical standoff between Israel and Iran escalated dramatically over the past 48 hours, with Israeli fighter jets launching precision airstrikes against key Iranian nuclear and military infrastructure in Bushehr, Arak, Fordow, and Natanz.

Iran retaliated swiftly, launching a barrage of missiles toward northern Israeli cities, including Haifa and Beersheba. Several hospitals and civilian zones were reportedly hit, leaving dozens injured and triggering air raid alerts across the country.

The humanitarian toll has prompted urgent global diplomatic intervention. Foreign ministers from France, Germany, and the United Kingdom convened emergency talks with Iranian representatives in Geneva, while the United Nations Secretary General Antonio Guterres called for an immediate ceasefire and access for aid organizations to conflict hit regions.

Analysts warn the situation could destabilize the entire Middle East if not de escalated promptly, especially given the proximity of Israeli strikes to nuclear facilities and the risk of further Iranian involvement in Lebanon, Syria, and Iraq.