Iran has unleashed its 79th wave of missiles and drones targeting key sites in Israel, with explosions reported across Tel Aviv and beyond. The strikes come just as Tehran appoints a hardline IRGC veteran to a top security role, signaling a tougher stance ahead. Iran claims its missiles breached Israel’s layered defenses, while Israeli officials continue operations against Iranian targets. At the same time, Gulf states are feeling the spillover from the escalating conflict. With leadership shifts, rising attacks, and conflicting claims from all sides, the situation appears to be entering a more dangerous phase.