Iran and Israel exchange missile strikes as Trump urges de-escalation
Iran and Israel exchanged missile strikes, with Iran announcing a halt to operations but also warning of more. The IDF confirmed striking targets. Donald Trump reportedly urged Israel to refrain from retaliation.
Following recent missile exchanges, Iran's armed forces announced a halt to military operations against Israel, while simultaneously releasing footage of launches and warning of "the beginning of a full week of continuous strikes." The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) confirmed striking military targets within Iran. Former US President Donald Trump reportedly urged Israel to refrain from further retaliation. Separately, a funeral was held for a seven-month-old Palestinian baby in Hebron, who was fatally shot by an Israeli soldier. The IDF is investigating the incident, which occurred when soldiers "perceived a threat" from the family's vehicle, a claim the family disputes.
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