Iran's retaliation expanded throughout the day, launching six waves of ballistic missiles that killed three Israelis and wounded over 200. Iranian forces claimed downing two F-35 fighters while promising 2,000 missiles in the next barrage. The Iranian military declared entering "the next phase of war" and threatened to close the Strait of Hormuz.
Israel escalated beyond Iran, launching what sources described as a "dramatic" strike on Yemen targeting the Houthis' chief of staff. Nine Iranian nuclear scientists were reportedly killed in the previous day's strikes, while Iran arrested five alleged Israeli spies. Netanyahu declared the "path to Tehran is paved" as Ben Gurion Airport closed and civilian aircraft were evacuated.
Gaza violence persisted with 90 killed over 48 hours, including targeting of aid seekers. Communications were gradually restored after three days of blackout. Palestinian resistance forces killed one Israeli soldier and wounded four others in Khan Younis operations.