Israel launched air strikes into Iran targeting the country's nuclear program, leading to Iranian retaliatory strikes. The region braced for further military escalation as top Iranian military leaders and nuclear scientists were killed. Air raid sirens sounded in Jordan as Jordan, Israel, Iraq, and Iran closed their airspace to civilian traffic.
Key Points
Israel targeted Iran's main nuclear enrichment facility at Natanz
International concerns over Iran's nuclear program
Surge in oil prices following the airstrikes
IAEA monitoring radiation levels in Iran
Pros
Addressing concerns over Iran's uranium enrichment program
Preventing the spread of nuclear weapons
Cons
Loss of civilian lives and potential escalation of conflict