Dhaka, June 16 -- Israel and Iran continued exchanging missile strikes for a third consecutive day on Sunday, ignoring international appeals to end hostilities as the conflict intensified with heavy civilian casualties on both sides.

Iran accused Israel of targeting its oil refineries, government offices, and urban centers, reporting that over 220 people have been killed and more than 1,270 injured since the Israeli offensive began on Friday. The death toll includes the head of intelligence for Iran's powerful Revolutionary Guard, Gen. Mohammad Kazemi, along with two other senior commanders.

Meanwhile, Israel said Iran had launched more than 270 missiles toward its territory, 22 of which penetrated its advanced air defense systems and s...