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Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday spoke with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, expressing “deep concern” over the escalating tensions following US airstrikes on Iranian nuclear facilities. Emphasising the need for immediate de-escalation, Modi called for dialogue and diplomacy to restore regional peace and stability. His remarks came hours after US President Donald Trump announced strikes on Iran’s Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan sites. India’s statement remained neutral, avoiding direct reference to the attacks while underscoring its support for peace in the region.

A day after nominating Donald Trump for the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize over his role in easing India-Pakistan tensions, Pakistan strongly condemned the US airstrikes on Iranian nuclear facilities. Calling the attacks a violation of international law, Islamabad warned of severe regional fallout and urged immediate de-escalation through dialogue and diplomacy. The strikes, confirmed by Trump as targeting Fordow, Natanz, and Esfahan, mark a dramatic escalation in the Iran-Israel conflict, now drawing in the US directly.

Israel launched fresh airstrikes on Tehran Wednesday, targeting military sites in the Iranian capital, according to the Israeli military. The attack came shortly after Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei delivered a defiant televised address, rejecting U.S. demands for surrender and warning of “irreparable damage” in case of further military intervention. Khamenei also vowed punishment for Israel, calling its offensive a “huge mistake” and ruled out any ceasefire imposed by foreign powers.

As tensions in the Middle East reach a new boiling point, Israel’s recent strikes on Iran mark a dramatic escalation with far-reaching consequences. From nuclear fears to political calculations and the potential reshaping of regional power dynamics, this in-depth explainer unpacks why Israel attacked now, what’s at stake, and how global players are responding.

Israel's airstrike on Iran's Natanz nuclear facility has triggered radioactive and chemical contamination, the IAEA informed the UN Security Council. While underground enrichment facilities remain intact, the attack caused internal contamination and power outages, potentially affecting centrifuge operations. The Israeli operation, codenamed Rising Lion, involved 200 fighter jets and resulted in the deaths of senior Iranian officials, escalating tensions between the two nations. In retaliation, Iran launched missile strikes on northern Israel and the Golan Heights, raising global concerns over further escalation.