Follow the latest news after Israel launched strikes at Iran, a dramatic escalation in long-running tensions between the two countries.

Emergency response teams face severe difficulty conducting rescue mission due to the complete internet and telecommunications blackout

Israel’s attacks across Iran killed top military commanders and targeted military sites. Israel vowed to continue strikes until it meets its objectives.

"Our support for Gaza and our defense of our country against the Zionist aggression against it has continued," a Houthi source told Newsweek.

Many expressed support for the attacks, while others raised concerns for the severe consequences it could have for the Middle East

The attacks prompted the U.K. and Greece to advise shipping fleets to be more cautious in sailing areas like the Red Sea and Strait of Hormuz.

"Hezbollah is committed to the ceasefire agreement, even though Israel has not respected this commitment over the past period," the spokesperson said. "It continues to kill, assassinate, and attack areas, including entering border villages and remaining at the five points."

Internet and phone services have collapsed across Gaza following Israeli strikes on telecommunications infrastructure.