Israeli warplanes launched intense airstrikes on Tehran early Wednesday, marking the sixth day of escalating conflict between Israel and Iran [1][2]. The attacks came hours after US President Donald Trump demanded Iran's "unconditional surrender" [6][7].

Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps claimed to have retaliated with hypersonic Fattah1 missiles in an operation dubbed "Honest Promise 3" [3]. The ongoing exchange of fire has resulted in casualties on both sides, with at least 224 deaths reported in Iran and 24 in Israel [13].

The conflict has taken a toll on Iran's nuclear program. The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) reported that Israeli strikes have caused "direct impacts" on the underground centrifuge halls at Iran's Natanz enrichment facility [4]. This marks the first confirmation of damage to the subterranean parts of the site.

In response to the escalating situation, Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei warned the United States against military involvement. "Any military involvement by the U.S. in this field will undoubtedly result in irreparable damage for them," Khamenei stated [1].

President Trump's rhetoric has intensified, with calls for Iran's "unconditional surrender" and claims that the US knows Khamenei's whereabouts [6]. Trump's statements have fueled speculation about potential US military action, despite his insistence that Washington has not been involved in the Israeli strikes [8][9].

The conflict has sparked concerns about regional stability and global oil markets. As tensions rise, there are growing fears of a wider Middle East war and its potential impact on the global economy [8][9].

International bodies and world leaders are closely monitoring the situation. The UN Security Council is expected to convene an emergency session to address the escalating conflict and its potential global ramifications.

As the crisis unfolds, civilians in both countries face increasing danger. Residents of Tehran have been seen fleeing their homes [11], while Israeli cities, including Tel Aviv, have experienced missile attacks [6].

The international community remains on high alert as diplomatic efforts to de-escalate the situation continue amidst the ongoing military exchanges between Israel and Iran.