Goa, June 8 -- Israel has carried out extensive airstrikes targeting Iranian military installations in western and central parts of the country, including areas near Tehran, in response to Iran's latest missile attacks. The strikes mark a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict and come shortly after Israeli military operations in Beirut.

The latest developments unfold despite public calls for restraint from former US President Donald Trump, who had urged Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to avoid further escalation in the region.

Now entering its 98th day, the conflict continues to fuel instability across the Middle East. The continued closure of the Strait of Hormuz has intensified disruptions to global energy supplies,...