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Iranian Missile Strikes Israeli Hospital Amid U.S. Military Decision Delay

Tensions escalate as President Trump considers military action against Iran following an attack on a southern Israeli hospital.

By Adam Rasgon, Natan Odenheimer, Tyler Pager and Michael LevensonSource: nytimes.com1 min read
Iranian Missile Strikes Israeli Hospital Amid U.S. Military Decision Delay
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In brief

In a significant turn of events, an Iranian missile hit the Soroka Medical Center in southern Israel, injuring multiple patients and causing extensive damage. President Trump announced during a press briefing that he would take up to two weeks to decide on potential U.S. involvement in Israel's military efforts against Iran's nuclear ambitions. This decision comes shortly after Israel launched a series of strikes against Iranian targets, prompting retaliatory missile and drone attacks from Iran towards major cities, including Tel Aviv. While European diplomats seek dialogue with Iranian representatives in Geneva, U.S. and Israeli officials will not participate, reflecting the ongoing complexities in the region's peace efforts.

Amidst this backdrop, the White House emphasized that any agreement with Iran must include strict restrictions on uranium enrichment and nuclear weapon development—key points reiterated by Trump. As the situation unfolds, the uncertainty over military engagement looms, while diplomatic avenues attempt to clarify the future of U.S.-Iran relations.

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