Tensions flared again in the Middle East as Israel accused Iran of violating a recently brokered ceasefire and launched a fresh wave of targeted military strikes. According to Israeli defense officials, the alleged violation involved rocket fire and drone activity near northern Israeli territory, prompting what they described as a “measured but firm response.” The ceasefire, intended to de-escalate weeks of conflict, now hangs in the balance as international calls for restraint grow louder. Iranian officials have denied any wrongdoing, claiming Israel is using fabricated threats as a pretext for continued aggression. Global leaders are urging both sides to return to diplomacy to avoid a broader regional conflict, but with tensions running high and trust running low, the situation remains volatile.