Israel has launched a new wave of airstrikes on Iranian military targets, defying President Donald Trump's warning to refrain from retaliation. The Israeli Defense Forces targeted sites in western and central Iran shortly after Trump urged Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to avoid further escalation. This military action follows a series of missile exchanges between Israel and Iran, with Trump emphasizing the need for peace negotiations. He described the Iranian missile strikes on Israel as 'unhelpful' to the peace process and called for calm. The recent attacks come amid a backdrop of heightened tensions, with significant casualties reported in Lebanon since the conflict began in March. Netanyahu's government claims the strikes were necessary to counter the Iranian-backed Hezbollah's aggression, which has resulted in civilian casualties and displacement. The ongoing hostilities threaten peace efforts and have raised concerns about the stability of the region, particularly regarding the Strait of Hormuz, a critical transit route for oil and gas. Trump continues to advocate for a peace deal, asserting that Netanyahu must accept U.S. terms to stabilize the situation.