Iranian state television was struck by a missile during a live broadcast, as hostilities between Iran and Israel intensified with a barrage of missile attacks from both sides.
Explosions rocked Tehran on Monday, prompting mass panic and long queues of traffic as residents attempted to flee the city.
From the G7 summit in Canada, former U.S. President Donald Trump issued an urgent warning on social media:
“Iran should have signed the ‘deal’ I told them to sign. What a shame, and waste of human life… I said it over and over again!”
He added, “Everyone should immediately evacuate Tehran!”
Shortly after, the White House announced Mr. Trump would leave the summit early due to the escalating Middle East crisis.
Rising Death Toll and Calls for Ceasefire
By Sunday, Israeli strikes had killed at least 224 people in Iran, with reports suggesting Iran had reached out to the U.S. to express interest in a ceasefire. Meanwhile, 24 people have been killed in Israel as Iranian missiles continue to land.
On Monday evening, missile alerts sounded again in northern Israel. Iran vowed to continue its assault until Israel halts its offensives.
In Petah Tikva, Israel, Iranian missiles struck residential buildings, prompting evacuations.
Resident Liel Fenigshtein told ABC: “Our home is unlivable. We’ve lost everything — clothes, cars — there’s nothing left.”
Another local, Matthew Danoff, described the strike as a massive blast that shook surrounding towers.
“I’ve been here 10 years and never experienced anything like this. It’s terrifying,” he said.
Despite the destruction, Danoff supported Israel’s military actions.
“It’s an awful situation, but I think Iran with nuclear capabilities is far worse. I know it’s not a popular view, but I believe these strikes are necessary for the safety of the Western world.”
Collateral Damage and Strategic Targets
Danoff believes Iran’s attacks were indiscriminate, calling them a “spray and pray” strategy.
Iran, however, claims it is targeting military and energy infrastructure in retaliation for Israel’s earlier attacks on its oil and gas facilities.
Neighbor Yafit Bareket, whose home was also damaged, echoed support for Israel’s response.
“We are strong and will win. Terrorists cannot break us,” she said, expressing confidence in Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
Israeli Forces Strike Iranian State Media
Amid ongoing conflict, Israel said it had gained full aerial dominance over Iran and struck a number of targets, including Iranian aircraft at Tehran’s airport. Iranian media, however, claimed to have shot down an Israeli F-35 jet.
A dramatic moment unfolded when a missile hit Iranian state broadcaster IRIB live on air, causing anchor Sahar Emami to flee as debris fell in the studio. Though the broadcast was cut, it resumed shortly afterward.
Iran’s Foreign Ministry condemned the strike on its media as a war crime. Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant said the attack targeted the regime’s propaganda arm, warning of continued strikes “everywhere” in Iran.
Tehran Residents Flee as Netanyahu Hints at Assassination
Footage from Tehran showed long queues of cars and residents fleeing the city amid ongoing Israeli strikes.
In an interview, Prime Minister Netanyahu suggested that killing Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei would end the conflict — not escalate it.
“Iran wants a forever war. What we’re doing is preventing that,” he said.
“Taking out the leadership will stop this aggression.”
Iran Strikes Back Again
Late Monday, Iran issued threats to Israeli media channels N12 and N14 before launching a fresh wave of missiles and drones toward Israel.
Air raid alerts were triggered multiple times across Israel. One missile damaged a power plant in Haifa, but Israel’s Energy Ministry said backup systems would keep power running.
A Revolutionary Guard spokesperson stated Iran would continue its strikes through the night.
