DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Israel launched an expanded assault on Iran on Sunday, with direct strikes targeting its energy industry and Defense Ministry headquarters, while Tehran unleashed a fresh barrage of missiles blamed for the deaths of four people and injuries of many others.

An exchange of strikes on refineries and gas facilities was limited but raised the risks to an industry with broad economic impacts.

National security experts warn that Israel's attack on Iran shows why Chinese land and asset purchases in the U.S. pose a significant threat to American security.

Explosions reported in capital Tehran as Israeli Defence Minister announces "pre-emptive strike" and announces state of emergency

Israel and Iran launched fresh attacks on each other overnight into Sunday, killing scores. "Iran and Israel should make a deal, and will make a deal," Trump said on Truth Social, adding that "we will have PEACE,

Israel's ambassador to the United States said Sunday that Israel was not looking to limit or quickly finish up its war with Iran. "The objective is not to contain the war. The objective is to win the war,