Although Iran maintains that its nuclear program is for peaceful energy purposes, Israel has long seen it as a threat. Israeli strikes have hit three of Iran’s nuclear facilities — Natanz, Isfahan and Fordow. Little damage appears visible in satellite imagery of Fordow.

After days of attacks on Iranian air defenses and missile systems, the Israeli military said its aircraft now control the skies from western Iran to Tehran.

Israel faced retaliation from Iran after launching missiles against Tehran's leadership and energy infrastructure as part of "Operation Rising Lion" this weekend. Iran's military responded with a wave of missile strikes against Israel,

Hundreds of civilians, mostly in Iran, have been killed by dueling airstrikes despite international pleas for de-escalation.

Tehran residents tell Newsweek the city is filled with fear and uncertainty, as old memories of past conflicts resurface alongside quiet defiance.

State media in Iran reported that Esmaeil Fekri was hung after being convicted of "corruption on earth" and "moharebeh", which translates as waging war against God.Meanwhile, the US consulate in Tel Aviv was damaged in an Iranian missile strike.

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Israel launched an expanded assault on Iran on Sunday, with direct strikes targeting its energy industry and Defense Ministry headquarters, while Tehran unleashed a fresh barrage of missiles blamed for the deaths of four people and injuries of many others.

The deadly conflict between Israel and Iran has entered a fourth day, with both sides firing waves of missiles. Follow for live updates.

The warning came on the fourth day of the conflict, when the Israeli military claimed it had achieved air superiority over the Iranian capital and could fly over the city without facing major threats.

The "America First" president praised his foreign policy record on Sunday while urging a deal between Iran and Israel amid escalating strikes.