Russia is watching Israel’s bombardment of Iran with mounting concern for the survival of a key ally, though the Kremlin recognizes it has few levers to influence the escalating conflict in the Middle East.

President Trump left the G7 in Canada early to work on the Middle East, saying he was working on something “[much bigger](

There is no sign the conflict is ending soon and many in the region fear a wider war as they watch waves of attacks.

Mohammad-Reza Zafarghandi said in an update that an Israeli strike on Sunday on Quds Square in northern Tehran injured 59 civilians and killed 12 people, including a pregnant woman. That attack also ruptured a main water pipeline.

The conflict between Iran and Israel continues in the Middle East. Attacks have rocked Tehran and Tel Aviv. Follow along for live updates, news and analysis as the conflict unfolds.

Israel stunned Iran last week with an intelligence and military operation years in the making that struck high-level targets with precision.

We are doing what we need to do,” the Israeli leader told ABC News when asked if he plans on going after Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.

Israel has carried out strikes against Iran's ability to retaliate for attacks on its military establishment and nuclear program