⌨Iran launched its second coordinated missile assault shortly after midnight, killing 11 Israelis across Tamra, Bat Yam, and Rehovot. The attack completely destroyed a residential building in Bat Yam, trapping dozens initially feared dead. Throughout the day, rescue operations narrowed the search from 35 missing to 3-7 people as bodies were recovered, including two children aged 8 and 10.
Israel responded with unprecedented strikes 2,300 kilometers deep into Iran, hitting Mashhad Airport and Tehran's nuclear headquarters. Netanyahu confirmed eliminating Iran's Revolutionary Guard intelligence chief while reports emerged that Trump vetoed Israeli plans to assassinate Khamenei. By afternoon, Iran launched additional missile barrages targeting Haifa and southern cities, injuring another 9 people and bypassing early warning systems.
The exchange escalated beyond direct strikes as Israeli forces reportedly used car bombs to assassinate at least 14 nuclear scientists in Tehran, while Home Front Command ordered civilians near shelters as evening approached, anticipating further Iranian retaliation.