An Iranian missile strike on Israel's Weizmann Institute of Science caused significant damage to multiple labs, halting years of research. While no one was killed, the attack, seen as retaliation for Israeli strikes on Iranian nuclear scientists, symbolizes a widening conflict. The institute, known for its contributions to life sciences and physics, and its ties to Israel's defense establishment, was targeted, signifying a deliberate attack on Israeli scientific progress. Researchers are devastated, with years of work destroyed and rebuilding expected to take years.

Prepared by Rachel Morgan and reviewed by editorial team.