Israeli forces claimed to have killed four senior Iranian intelligence officials including the Revolutionary Guard intelligence chief, escalating beyond the previous days' nuclear facility strikes. Netanyahu declared Israeli control over Tehran's airspace and issued the first evacuation warning for a specific Tehran district.
Lebanon's cabinet approved diplomatic formations while reducing ambassador positions, as officials emphasized keeping the country away from conflicts. President Aoun and Prime Minister Salam stressed neutrality efforts amid questions about whether Lebanon could remain outside the expanding war.
Israeli strikes targeted Iranian state television infrastructure, with footage showing live broadcasts interrupted by explosions. Iran's Revolutionary Guard advised Tel Aviv residents to evacuate immediately, while Trump suggested Iranians wanted a deal. By evening, Iran launched what it called a "double strike" promising to "turn night into day," with attacks continuing until morning according to Iranian sources.