Israel Bombs Iran's Nuclear Facilities as War Enters Fifth Week

The Israel Defense Forces launched heavy bombardment against Iran's nuclear infrastructure.

Over 50 fighter jets completed strikes targeting Iran's nuclear program across three regions.

Al-Jazeera Net

Iranian state media confirmed the heavy water plant and yellowcake production plant were struck.

Critics questioned the legality and strategic wisdom of targeting nuclear facilities.

The Council on Foreign Relations called the campaign a shift to pursuing regime change.

Haaretz

Congressional Democrats demanded briefings.

Iran retaliated by firing missiles at Israel and Gulf states.

Defense Minister Israel Katz warned that IDF strikes would intensify and expand.

Iran successfully blockaded the Strait of Hormuz.

Foreign ministers from Saudi Arabia, Egypt and Turkey convened in Islamabad.

There was little sign that U.S. or Iranian officials would show up.

New York Times

The Trump administration sent a 15-point plan to Iran, which Iranian officials mocked and rebuffed.