Fresh strikes, rising Hormuz tensions and widening global reactions have pushed the Iran-Israel conflict into a more dangerous phase, with energy security now firmly at the centre.
Iran says it has expanded its military campaign, claiming fresh attacks on American-linked ships and a US base, as tensions surge after the reported killing of Ayatollah Khamenei.
Israeli health ministry said that at least 86 people were injured in the latest Iranian missile strikes.
Israel Defense Forces (IDF) spokesperson Daniel Hagari urged people to take cover in shelters and follow "life-saving instructions" until further notice.
The Israeli war cabinet has suspended the discussion but it is likely to be reconvened soon to decide on future course of action.
New Delhi's comments came after Iran launched drone and missile attacks on Israel in retaliation for Israel's bombing of the Iranian Embassy in Syria on April 1.
Israel Defence Forces (IDF) said most of the Iranian projectiles were intercepted outside Israeli airspace.
US President Joe Biden has warned that Iran could attack Israel "sooner than later".
