Israel's incursion into southern Lebanon escalated tensions, with the IDF conducting secret raids over the past year. By early afternoon, U.S. officials warned of an imminent Iranian missile attack on Israel. The situation rapidly deteriorated as Iran launched nearly 200 missiles at Israel in the evening, marking a significant escalation in the regional conflict. Israel's air defense systems, aided by the U.S., intercepted many incoming missiles. Netanyahu vowed retaliation, promising Iran would "pay" for its actions. The attack came amid ongoing port worker strikes across the East and Gulf Coasts, threatening economic disruption. As the Middle East teetered on the brink of wider conflict, attention also turned to the impending vice presidential debate between Tim Walz and JD Vance, scheduled for later that night.