Major Hospital in Be’er Sheva Hit in Escalating Middle East Conflict
An Iranian ballistic missile struck Soroka Medical Center in Be’er Sheva early Thursday, inflicting significant structural damage to the evacuated hospital complex. While no fatalities were reported, dozens of people were injured—between 30 and 47, according to various sources—as smoke billowed from the hospital and surrounding areas
Netanyahu: “Tyrants in Tehran Will Pay Full Price”
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu condemned the missile attack as a direct assault on Israeli civilians. Posting on X, he referred to Iran’s leaders as “terrorist tyrants” and pledged that they would “pay the full price.” Defense Minister Israel Katz affirmed that Iran’s Supreme Leader would be held accountable, and ordered the IDF to ramp up attacks on Iranian targets
Israel Strikes Back at Iranian Nuclear Infrastructure
In retaliation, Israel targeted Iran’s Arak heavy-water nuclear reactor with a significant airstrike, aiming to impede Tehran’s nuclear enrichment operations. Iranian authorities stated no radiation was released and noted the facility had been evacuated prior to the strike
Global Tensions Spike – US Intervention on Hold
Iran reportedly launched over 400 missiles and drones over the past week, prompting global concern. U.S. President Trump has approved contingency plans for possible military action, but no final decision has been made Meanwhile, evacuations of foreign nationals are underway and international leaders are urging de-escalation.