Iran launched three separate missile barrages throughout the day, escalating from overnight drone attacks to a major daytime assault. The morning attack struck Beersheba with a 300-kilogram missile, causing property damage and five light injuries, one day after the Soroka Hospital strike. Israeli media reported the assassination of a senior Iranian nuclear scientist in central Tehran, struck by a drone in his apartment after being relocated for security reasons. The targeted killing marked Israel's direct targeting of nuclear program personnel. Iran's largest daytime barrage followed at midday, firing 20-30 missiles nationwide that wounded 45 people in Haifa, including three critically. A 51-year-old woman died of cardiac arrest during the sirens. Trump explained his two-week ultimatum to Iran, saying "maybe they'll come to their senses" while noting Israel was "doing well." Israeli cabinet approved four war objectives, with Chief of Staff Zamir declaring readiness for "prolonged campaign" as media reported 5 million people had fled Tehran.