Iran strikes towns near Israel’s nuclear site in escalating tit-for-tat - Al Jazeera

Iran's missile strikes on Dimona and Arad, which wounded over 100 people, were presented as retaliation for attacks on Natanz and came after Israel struck Iran's heavy-water and yellowcake facilities. Tehran's action reflects a willingness to escalate across multiple fronts and to respond directly to strikes on sensitive nuclear sites, increasing civilian harm and regional risk. The simultaneous closure of Jerusalem holy sites and the prevention of Palm Sunday access to the Church of the Holy Sepulchre indicate Israeli authorities are imposing domestic security measures that disrupt religious observance and could exacerbate communal tensions.