• Iranian Missile Attacks: Israel is currently under attack from Iranian missiles, with reports of impacts in Tel Aviv and Jerusalem. Sirens have been activated across numerous regions.

• Israeli Response: Israel's army has reportedly targeted nuclear sites in Natanz and Arak in Iran.

• Hospital Hit: Soroka Hospital in Be'er Sheva, Israel, was directly hit by a missile, causing significant damage.

• Alert Levels: Israel lowered its alert level, allowing people to leave shelters.

• Casualties: As of the latest updates, there are at least 32 injured, with two in serious condition.

II. Broader Context and Key Events

• U.S. Planning for Military Action: Donald Trump has reportedly approved a plan for a potential U.S. military strike against Iran’s nuclear program, specifically targeting the Fordo enrichment facility.

• U.S. Hesitation: Despite the approved plan, Trump is reportedly hesitant to launch the attack.

• International Diplomacy: France, Germany and the UK are planning a meeting with Iran on Friday.

III. Trump's Approach

• Cultivating Suspense: Trump appears to be deliberately prolonging the decision-making process, creating tension and suggesting he wants to maintain control and the perception of strength.

• Showmanship: His strategy seems less focused on immediate action and more about controlling the narrative and projecting an image of a decisive leader, even if that means delaying substantive action.

IV. Key Quotes & Phrases

• "J’aimerais prendre la décision finale à la dernière seconde" (“I would like to make the final decision at the last second”) - capturing Trump's desire to maintain control and appear decisive.

• "cultiver le suspense pour mieux muer la crise en spectacle permanent" ("cultivating suspense to better turn the crisis into a permanent spectacle") - highlighting the perceived theatricality of Trump's approach.

Let me know if you'd like me to elaborate on any specific aspect of these events or provide a different kind of summary.