Israel Strikes Iran's South Pars Gas Field Sparking Major Fires

Israel launched a significant air offensive against Iran, targeting over 200 military and nuclear sites, including the South Pars gas field, the world's largest natural gas reservoir, causing fires and significant damage. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu threatened to strike "every target of the Ayatollah regime," asserting that the strikes dealt a severe blow to Tehran's nuclear program and warning of Israeli aircraft soon over Tehran. Iran retaliated with missile barrages against Israeli cities, causing casualties and damage, while suspending nuclear talks with the U.S., citing the ongoing attacks as unjustifiable. The strike on South Pars marks an escalation as it threatens Iran's critical energy infrastructure, impacting domestic gas supply and straining the country's energy grid amid peak summer demand. Tehran warned of a dangerous cycle of violence, with both sides targeting military and civilian infrastructure, including oil and gas facilities, factories, and residential areas. The conflict has led to canceled flights in Iran and heightened tensions with significant regional and international implications.