Israel has said it launched Operation Rising Lion to deal a blow to Iran’s nuclear ambitions. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has claimed that the strikes are essential to ‘roll back the Iranian threat to Israel’s very survival’ and that Tehran could build a nuclear weapon within a few months.

Experts suggest the U.S. has a strategic opportunity to leverage Iran's weakened position for a nuclear deal after Israel's targeted strikes on Iranian nuclear and military sites.

The Israeli military struck "over 170 targets" in Iran in three days, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) said on Sunday.

There will be no nuclear talks with Iran on Sunday, a senior U.S. administration official says, adding Washington still hopes Tehran will resume negotiations soon. “We remain committed to talks and hope the Iranians will come to the table soon,

Israel on Sunday hit targets in Tehran, including the Defense Ministry and sites it claims are tied to Iran's nuclear program.

Israeli airstrikes targeting Tehran’s energy infrastructure have escalated the conflict with Iran, igniting major fires, disrupting global oil markets, and heightening fears of a wider regional war.

Three people have been killed in Israel, according to officials and local media, with both sides saying the strikes will continue.

Israel has carried out a strike against Iran. The strike came hours after U.S. and Israeli officials had warned one was imminent. Follow along for live updates, news and analysis.