Israel Strikes Kill Iranian Leaders, Iran Retaliates

Israel launched a massive airstrike on Iran's nuclear and military sites using 200 fighter jets and hitting over 100 targets, killing top Iranian officials, including IRGC chief Hossein Salami, armed forces chief Mohammad Bagheri, and several nuclear scientists. In response, Iran launched more than 100 drones at Israel, escalating fears of a broader regional conflict. Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei vowed severe retaliation, calling the Israeli action a 'declaration of war.' President Donald Trump warned Iran to accept a nuclear deal and confirmed U.S. prior knowledge of the Israeli operation, but reiterated the U.S. was not directly involved. The strikes have led to stalled negotiations between Washington and Tehran, with uncertainty about future talks. World leaders have urged de-escalation as oil prices surge and Iranian civilians report widespread fear.