What is happening now: Israel says there are still many targets inside Iran as the military campaign expands. Israeli military spokesperson Effie Defrin said there were still “thousands” of targets left to hit in Iran after strikes were widened to western and central parts of the country. However, Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi dismissed Trump’s claim that Tehran wants talks. In an interview with CBS News, he said Iran had not asked the United States for a ceasefire and saw “no reason” to negotiate after the attacks.

5 latest developments: 

Israel expands strikes in Iran: Israeli and US forces carried out new attacks on several Iranian cities, including Tehran, Hamadan and Isfahan.
Iran rejects ceasefire claims: Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said Tehran had not asked Washington for a ceasefire and does not see a reason to hold talks.
Attacks reported across the region: Rockets and drones targeted Baghdad International Airport in Iraq, where the US operates a diplomatic mission.
Gulf states intercept drones and missiles: Air defence systems in Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar and Saudi Arabia reported intercepting drones and missiles.
Lebanon toll rises as border tensions grow: Israel launched new strikes in southern Lebanon and moved tanks and troops towards the border, with the reported death toll in Lebanon reaching about 850.

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