Iran Launches Missile Strikes on Tel Aviv and Haifa as Israel Conflict Escalates into Fourth Day
Religious and civil leaders in both countries attempted to offer words of comfort and unity. Israel’s chief rabbis called for nationwide prayers, and mosques across Iran invoked calls for both justice and restraint. International faith leaders pleaded for an end to violence, imploring their followers not to succumb to hatred. In multiple cities, peace activists organized rallies—small but determined in the face of mounting tensions—calling for de-escalation and humanitarian respect. Yet their calls, however heartfelt, struggled to be heard above the roar of warplanes and the crackle of air defense batteries.
