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Iran launched a second ballistic missile volley toward Israel at approximately 15:18 UTC, triggering sirens across Jerusalem, the Jordan Valley, and central Israeli cities. This followed an earlier volley detected at 15:14 UTC and came amid an intensifying exchange as Trump's 8PM ET deadline on Hormuz approaches.
Iran to Jerusalem / Central IsraelIran launched ballistic missile volleys toward Israel on April 7 at approximately 15:14 UTC. Israel's ILRedAlert system detected the launches and activated sirens across multiple cities. This represents a significant escalation following Iran's IRGC warning that 'restraint is over' and Trump's 'whole civilization will die' ultimatum. Iran's retaliation campaign has intensified as the 8PM ET Hormuz deadline approaches.
Iran to IsraelThe IDF assesses that Iran and Hezbollah will attempt to launch coordinated fire against Israel during the Passover holiday tonight, coinciding with the 8 PM ET deadline expiry. Israeli air defenses are on high alert.
IsraelPakistan's army command and foreign ministry publicly condemned Iran's attacks on Saudi Arabia's petrochemical and oil facilities, signaling a decisive break in Pakistan's previously neutral mediating role. The Pakistani military's ISPR statement called the attacks an 'unnecessary escalation' and questioned why Iran was attacking Saudi Arabia. The condemnation came as Pakistan's 45-day ceasefire proposal had already been rejected by Iran, and as Pakistan was preparing for major escalation if last-ditch diplomacy fails.
Islamabad, PakistanIran published a list of 10 major bridges across Gulf states as potential retaliation targets, according to an Al Jazeera correspondent reporting 'absolute panic in the Gulf.' Named targets include the Sheikh Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah Sea Bridge in Kuwait, Sheikh Zayed Bridge and Sheikh Khalifa Bridge in the UAE, Al Maqta Bridge in the UAE, and the King Fahd Causeway connecting Saudi Arabia and Bahrain. The publication came after Trump's infrastructure ultimatum and Kharg Island strikes, signaling Iran's intent to hit back at regional US allies.
Gulf states (Kuwait, UAE, Saudi Arabia)US Vice President JD Vance stated on April 7 that the US had 'tools in our toolkit that we so far haven't decided to use' on Iran, suggesting additional coercive or military options remained available as Trump deadline approached.
Washington, D.C.Thousands of Iranian civilians gathered to form a human chain in front of the Kazerun combined-cycle power plant in Fars Province on April 7 afternoon, a direct civil defense response to President Trump's threat to destroy every power plant in Iran. Iranian officials and the Ministry of Youth and Sport called on civilians and young people to protect critical infrastructure sites. The action came as Trump's 8PM ET deadline on reopening the Strait of Hormuz approached — a deadline that if missed would trigger strikes on Iran's power grid.
Kazerun, Fars Province, IranIran's judiciary chief ordered courts to expedite execution verdicts for crimes linked to the war with the US and Israel, signaling a intensified domestic crackdown as the conflict escalates. The order applies to charges including espionage, sabotage, and collaboration with enemy states.
Tehran, IranTwo people sustained light injuries in the latest wave of Iranian and Hezbollah rocket and missile salvos against Israel on April 7. The IDF confirmed the injuries came from the ongoing exchange of fire accompanying the Hormuz ultimatum period.
IsraelA gunfight erupted outside the Israeli consulate in Istanbul on April 7 afternoon. One attacker was killed and two others were hurt, alongside two injured police officers. The consulate was unstaffed at the time. The attack came amid heightened regional tensions following Iran's missile barrage and Hezbollah rocket attacks.
Istanbul, TurkeyVice President JD Vance declared in Budapest that the United States has largely accomplished its military objectives in Iran and believes it is still possible to receive a response from Tehran to a ceasefire proposal by Trump's deadline. Vance said alongside Hungarian PM Orban that the US was seeking a diplomatic resolution. This marked a significant shift in tone from the 'whole civilization will die' ultimatum language, suggesting a negotiated outcome was within reach.
Budapest, HungaryPresident Trump escalated his ultimatum to Iran on April 7, posting on Truth Social that 'a whole civilization will die tonight, never to be brought back again' if Iran does not agree to a deal by the 8PM ET deadline. The post came as US-Israel strikes continued across Iran including Kharg Island, and as Iran's IRGC warned 'restraint is over.' The language represented the starkest warning of the entire conflict.
Washington, D.C., United StatesUS oil prices surged more than 2% following confirmed strikes on Iran's Kharg Island crude oil export terminal on April 7. The Kharg Island facility handles the majority of Iran's oil exports. The IRGC had warned that 'restraint is over' following the strikes.
Global marketsUS and Israeli forces executed a midday strike wave on April 7, hitting Khorramabad Airport in western Iran and a Space Research Center facility in Tehran. The attacks came as part of an intensified 36-hour campaign that has seen airports, bridges, and dual-use infrastructure targeted across Iran. Global flight paths were being reshuffled as airlines avoided Iranian and Iraqi airspace.
Khorramabad / Tehran, IranVice President JD Vance confirmed on April 7 that US forces struck Iran's Kharg Island — the country's primary crude oil export hub. Iranian state media (Mehr) reported several explosions on the island. The IRGC immediately responded with a blunt warning that 'restraint is over,' threatening to target US and partner infrastructure across the region and disrupt oil and gas supplies for years. Qatar's foreign ministry warned the situation was approaching a point of spiral-out-of-control.
Kharg Island / Persian Gulf, IranIran rejected Pakistan's 45-day ceasefire proposal mediated through Pakistani army chief Asim Munir, refusing to open the Strait of Hormuz even as a temporary measure. The White House said the proposal was one of many ideas but Trump had not signed off. Netanyahu reportedly urged Trump not to proceed with any ceasefire at this stage.
Tehran / IslamabadHezbollah fired rockets at northern Israel on April 7 morning, simultaneously with IDF detection of Iranian ballistic missile fire. The attack underscored coordinated Axis of Resistance activity as the 8 PM ET deadline approached.
Lebanon / Northern IsraelThe IDF announced detection of Iranian ballistic missile fire on the morning of April 7, with air raid sirens expected in southern Israel. IDF stated the missile was likely intercepted. This was Iran's first ballistic missile launch of the day.
Iran / Central IsraelThe IDF issued a Farsi-language alert warning Iranian civilians to avoid traveling by train until 21:00 local time on April 7, signaling imminent strikes against Iran's railway infrastructure. The warning came as US-Israel strike operations continued across multiple Iranian cities following the overnight wave that struck Mehrabad Airport and other targets.
Iran (rail network)A synagogue in Tehran was 'completely destroyed' in a US-Israeli strike overnight April 7, prompting international outrage. Reports indicated 15 people were killed across Iran overnight as part of a sustained wave of attacks. This marked the first confirmed strike on a religious/civilian cultural site in Tehran during the conflict.
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