Middle East tensions reached a boiling point this weekend as Iran and Israel exchanged missile strikes, sparking fears of a regional war. The clashes come just as U.S.-Iran nuclear talks were abruptly canceled, leaving global diplomacy in limbo. 🚨
Rockets, Drones, and Gas Fields
Iran’s Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) launched a “large-scale offensive” against Israel late Saturday, firing missiles and drones in retaliation for earlier Israeli airstrikes that killed military leaders and civilians. Israel retaliated by targeting Tehran’s oil depots and military sites, with explosions rattling the capital. 💣
Human Toll and Global Ripples
At least four people were killed in Israel, while Iranian authorities reported “dozens” of civilian casualties. Jordan temporarily closed its airspace as a precaution, and U.S. President Donald Trump joined Russian leader Vladimir Putin in calling for de-escalation. 🌐
Nuclear Talks Implode
Sunday’s planned sixth round of U.S.-Iran nuclear negotiations was scrapped amid the chaos. Meanwhile, China’s Foreign Minister Wang Yi held separate calls with Iranian and Israeli officials, urging restraint. Diplomatic efforts now hang by a thread. ⚡
With both sides vowing to continue strikes, the world watches nervously—will this spark a wider conflict? 🔥
