Iran-Israel Conflict: Israeli Hospital Hit, Tensions Escalate
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Tensions between Iran and Israel have reached a dangerous new level after an Israeli hospital in Beersheba was struck by Iranian missiles. The Soroka Medical Centre, a major medical facility serving Israel's Negev region, sustained significant damage in the attack, raising concerns about the escalating conflict.
Hospital Strike Sparks Outrage
Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz expressed outrage following the hospital strike, stating that Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei "can no longer be allowed to exist." Katz accused Khamenei of personally ordering the attack on the hospital, alleging that the Iranian leader seeks the destruction of Israel.
Iran's Response and Claims
Iran has claimed that its missile strike targeted a military site near the hospital, not the facility itself. However, Israeli officials have dismissed this claim, with Deputy Foreign Affairs Minister Sharren Haskel calling the attack "deliberate" and "criminal." The Israeli military also reported targeting Iranian nuclear sites, including the Arak heavy water reactor and the Natanz facility.
Escalating Conflict: Key Developments
- The conflict began on June 13th, with Israel launching attacks on Iranian nuclear sites.
- Several top Iranian generals and nuclear scientists were reportedly killed in the initial Israeli attacks.
- The hospital strike has further inflamed tensions, with both sides issuing strong statements.
The BBC reports extensive damage to the Soroka Medical Centre, with debris and smoke filling the air. Several wards were completely destroyed, and fire spread through the building. The Israeli health ministry has stated that 271 people have been injured across the country as a result of the Iranian missile strikes. The situation remains volatile, with concerns mounting about the potential for further escalation.