Overview

• Israeli airstrikes targeted Iranian missile production facilities, reportedly damaging key infrastructure used for ballistic missile development.
• The strikes were a response to Iran's October 1 missile attack on Israel, part of ongoing retaliatory actions between the two nations.
• International leaders, including U.S. President Joe Biden, have urged both countries to de-escalate the situation to prevent further regional instability.
• Iran has condemned the strikes as a violation of its sovereignty and has vowed to respond, while also calling for international condemnation of Israel's actions.
• Negotiations in Qatar aim to address a potential ceasefire in Gaza, with hopes of progressing discussions on the release of hostages held by Hamas.