Israel’s attack on the Iranian nuclear program and its ballistic missile sites threatens to spark wider fighting in the Middle East that risks drawing in the US, according to Bloomberg Economics.

Israel-Iran conflict escalates with Israeli airstrikes targeting Iran's nuclear sites and military infrastructure, prompting Tehran to vow "crushing" response, amid global fears of wider war and economic disruption.

The Israel-Iran conflict has escalated into its fourth day with mounting casualties, widening attacks, and no sign of diplomatic resolution.

Donald Trump has warned Iran to make a nuclear deal now or face “slaughter” amid growing fears of all-out war in the Middle East. Benjamin Netanyahu launched “Operation Rising Lion” in the early hours of Friday morning with an attack on Tehran ’s nuclear facilities and military commanders.

World War 3 fears explode as Iran retaliation for Israeli attack is now in motion as Tehran begins with drone strikes, but this could just be the start. Iran is warning of much stronger responses, from missile attacks and cyber warfare to using its proxies like Hezbollah and the Houthis.

Israel’s unprecedented attack on Iran raises the specter of sharply higher gasoline prices, just as the summer driving season heats up.