Haifa and Tel Aviv struck by Iranian missiles as U.S. embassy in Israel directs government employees and families to shelter in place at home.

Blasts rang out across a swath of the Middle Eastern republic’s territory, targeting its nuclear capabilities, military leadership and scientists.

The conflict between Israel and Iran has wreaked considerable damage in both countries and caused casualties on both sides.

Oil prices rose again Tuesday morning in Asia, as markets weighed the odds of a resolution in the Israel-Iran conflict. Crude prices bounced as news of fresh attacks rolled in, including another wave of Iranian missiles launched at Israel and more Israeli strikes on Iran.

A news anchor was speaking when an explosion shook the building, followed by the sound of breaking glass and screams, all carried on television.

Iran and Israel continued to exchange attacks into Monday amid the latest round of conflict between the two nations.

The White House said the U.S. isn't joining Israel's attacks on Iran, pushing back on online speculation that the Trump administration was planning to participate in airstrikes. "American forces are maintaining their defensive posture,

The two powers have been exchanging barrages since Israel attacked Iran and killed many of the country’s top military leaders and scientists.