ran launched a missile at Israel on Thursday that reportedly carried cluster munitions, small bombs designed to cause more civilian casualties. The missile broke apart mid-air over central Israel, releasing around 20 submunitions across a wide area, according to the Israeli military. This marks the first known use of such weapons in the current conflict, now in its eighth day. In response, Israel carried out major airstrikes on Tehran overnight, hitting dozens of targets. Among them was a facility linked to Iran’s nuclear weapons research, known as SPND. Israel says the centre develops advanced weapons and supports Iran’s military strength. The exchange marks a sharp escalation in the war, with both countries hitting deeper and more critical infrastruc
