Rocket fire and airstrikes between Israel and Iran intensified for a third consecutive day Sunday, sparking fears of a widening Middle East conflict. Casualties are rising, and global leaders are scrambling to prevent a full-blown crisis. Here’s the latest:
Trump’s Take: ‘Let Them Fight It Out?’
U.S. President Donald Trump voiced hope for a deal but shrugged, saying sometimes nations ‘have to fight it out first.’ He pledged continued support for Israel’s defense but stayed silent on whether he’d push for a pause in strikes. 🕶️
Erdogan Sounds the Alarm
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan warned the conflict could ‘enflame the whole region’ during a call with Trump. He urged ‘urgent action’ and offered to mediate, echoing Trump’s openness to involving Russia’s Putin. 🌐
EU Steps In (Virtually)
EU foreign ministers will hold an emergency video meeting Tuesday to discuss ‘diplomatic outreach’ and de-escalation strategies. Officials stressed the bloc’s commitment to a ‘negotiated deal’ on Iran’s nuclear program. ⚡
As the world watches, one question lingers: Can diplomacy outpace the missiles? 🤝💥
