As explosions were heard across Tehran, Israel confirmed that its
military initiated "precise strikes on military targets in Iran"
following months of sustained threats from Iran.
The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) released a statement explaining the
operation as a response to an October 1 missile attack by Iran, which Israel
has called a clear act of aggression. The Israeli Defense Minister, Yoav
Gallant, previously warned of a “deadly, precise and surprising” response to
any aggression against Israel, signaling the nation’s readiness for heightened
defensive and offensive actions.
This operation comes amid an intense regional conflict, where Israel is
actively countering Iran-backed groups, including Hamas in Gaza and Hezbollah
in Lebanon, following the October 7 Hamas assault that killed over 1,200
civilians in Israel. Israeli military spokesman Daniel Hagari urged residents
to stay “alert and vigilant,” underscoring the heightened state of readiness
across Israel’s defense forces.
The current tension follows a string of high-profile incidents,
including Israeli strikes that killed key figures such as Hezbollah leader
Hassan Nasrallah and Iranian Revolutionary Guards general Abbas Nilforoushan.
Explosions reportedly heard around Tehran Saturday night have prompted Iranian
state media to broadcast updates, though they have yet to confirm their cause,
and no fires have been reported at vital sites.
The United States, informed by Israel of the strike plans, clarified its
non-involvement, with US National Security Council spokesman Sean Savett
calling the operation a “self-defense measure.” Additionally, Syrian state
media reported that its air defenses intercepted “hostile targets” near
Damascus, possibly linked to the escalation between Israel and Iran.
This confrontation, as Israel expands operations against what it deems
the “axis of resistance,” has raised concerns over a broader regional conflict
drawing in multiple nations and factions across the Middle East.
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