"Israel-Hamas Conflict Escalates: Live Updates"

The conflict between Israel and Hamas has escalated into a full-scale war, with rockets being intercepted by Israel's Iron Dome defense system and airstrikes flattening residential buildings and mosques in Gaza. Iran denies involvement in the attacks, although it has a history of aiding Hamas. Israel's defense minister has ordered a complete siege on Gaza, cutting off essential supplies. The death toll in Gaza nears 500, with thousands displaced. Asian airlines have suspended flights to Tel Aviv, and the IDF claims to have retaken control of all communities around Gaza.