HERE WE GO: Iran just responded back

Iranian leaders responded with strong language, promising what they called “devastating revenge. ” The statements raised concerns that the confrontation could escalate beyond a single round of strikes Behind the scenes, diplomats from Europe and other regions quickly began urging restraint.

Several governments warned that further escalation could destabilize the entire Middle East.

Meanwhile, ordinary families in cities such as Tehran and Tel Aviv waited anxiously for news

Many checked their phones and listened for sirens, unsure whether the night’s explosions would remain an isolated event or mark the beginning of a much larger conflict