Israel's ambassador to the U.S. Yechiel Leiter joins 'America Reports' to discuss the escalating conflict, saying Iran needs to end its mission to destroy Israel and shut down its weapons programs in order to reach a ceasefire.

The eruption of hostilities between Israel and Iran is not merely a regional crisis—it is a global inflection point. From intensifying missile exchanges to mounting nuclear fears, the specter of escalation threatens to fracture alliances, destabilize oil markets, and empower rival powers. What began as a surgical Israeli strike on suspected nuclear sites now risks spiraling into a multi-theater conflict—affecting everything from the Strait of Hormuz to Taiwan.

The situation has escalated sharply. Israel has launched sustained airstrikes on Iranian territory for three consecutive days, targeting over 250 sites including Natanz, Isfahan, and key defense ministry facilities. Iran reports at least 78 dead and over 320 wounded. In return, missile salvos on Israel killed at least 10 civilians and wounded more than 360. Damage includes oil infrastructure in Iran and residential areas in Tel Aviv. These developments underscore the fragility of regional stability and the rising potential for global spillover.

This is no theoretical crisis. Global trade routes, energy corridors, and financial markets are already reacting. As Western diplomats scramble to contain Iran, Russia is strengthening its alliance with Tehran, while China seeks to reshape energy flows and erode U.S. diplomatic influence. The global balance is being redrawn in real-time.

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