Israel Attacked Iran Hits Iranian Nuclear & Missile Sites; Tehran Promises Retaliation
Israel attacked Iran as Israel launched extensive strikes on Iran early Friday, targeting nuclear facilities, ballistic missile factories, air-defense systems, and senior military figures. Israeli leaders describe the operation, dubbed “Operation Rising Lion,” as an ongoing effort to prevent Iran from obtaining an atomic weapon.
🔹 Confirmed Strikes|Israel attacked Iran
Natanz Enrichment Site: Independent witnesses and Iranian official media claimed several explosions at Natanz, Iran’s nuclear enrichment plant, after Israel attacked Iran.
Western Iran Air Defences: Israel’s military claims that dozens of radars and surface-to-air missile systems were destroyed in the Western region through precision airstrikes guided by intelligence.
Ballistic Missile and Nuclear Infrastructure: Citing Iran’s claim to create up to 15 bombs within days as justification, a military spokesman said Israel targeted “dozens” of important military and nuclear-related targets.
🔹 Casualties & High-profile Targets
Military Leadership: Iran’s Revolutionary Guard announced the death of their top commander, Hossein Salami, after Israel attacked Iran. State media also reported damage to the Guards ‘targets in Tehran.
Scientific Community: After Israel attacked Iran, Iranian sources said at least six nuclear scientists were killed, including noted academic Mohammad Mehdi Tehranchi and former Atomic Energy Organization head Fereydoun Abbasi.
Civilian Impact: Reports from Tehran suggest strikes hit residential areas, resulting in child fatalities.
🔹 Military Reactions
Drone Interceptions: Israel admitted that its defenses had started to stop Iranian missiles and drones, with the first attacks happening outside of its borders.
Regional Alert: Jordanian troops said they were able to shoot down several projectiles coming from Iran, which sent air-raid sirens going off in Amman.
Israeli Readiness: Prime Minister Netanyahu stated the campaign would continue “for as many days as it takes.” Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir said tens of thousands of soldiers were mobilized along multiple borders. Ben Gurion Airport was temporarily shut down.
| Country / Organization | Position / Action |
|---|---|
| United States | After Israel’s attacks on Iran, Washington stated it was not involved, with President Trump calling the blasts “possible” and outlining civilian evacuation contingency planning. |
| United Nations | IAEA Director Rafael Grossi condemned attacks on nuclear sites, noting no rise in radiation at Natanz. UN Secretary-General Guterres urged restraint. |
| Jordan | Condemned Israel’s actions as a violation of Iranian sovereignty and intercepted incoming missiles and drones. |
| Pakistan | Foreign Office sharply criticized the strikes as “unjustified and illegitimate aggression.” The Pakistani PM extended condolences and called on international bodies to restrain escalation. |
| European Airlines | Flight disruptions followed with carriers including Lufthansa, Emirates, Qatar Airways, and Air France suspending services in affected airspace. Iraq and Jordan closed their skies. |
🔹 Espionage & Sabotage
According to Axios, Israel’s Mossad also conducted covert sabotage operations targeting Iran’s missile production and air-defense infrastructure alongside the overt military offensive.
🔹 Ongoing Nuclear Diplomacy
The strikes occurred just ahead of a sixth round of U.S.-Iran nuclear negotiations scheduled in Oman on Sunday. Tehran has reportedly reaffirmed its participation, while Washington’s intelligence assessment does not indicate a current Iranian nuclear weapons program.
🔹 Official Statements
Netanyahu, declaring this event crucial for Israel’s survival, revealed the start of Operation Rising Lion.
Ayatollah Khamenei blasted the strikes as “wicked and bloody and warned of Israel’s “bitter fate.”
Rafael Grossi (IAEA) stressed that nuclear sites should stay unaltered and asked everyone to keep the situation from getting worse.
Marco Rubio (State Department) said after Israel attacked Iran that Iran shouldn’t pursue American interests and that the strikes were only done by Israel.
🔹 What’s Next
Iran’s Response: Tehran has promised retaliation. Israeli defense systems remain always on alert.
Diplomatic impact: The escalation would endanger the upcoming nuclear talks and deepen regional unrest.
Global Markets: Commodity prices changed dramatically; oil surged as equity markets dropped under investor concerns.
🔹 summary
Israel’s attack on Iran is aimed at its nuclear, missile, and air defense systems. Scientists, military leaders, and civilians were killed in the incident, which has led to a surge in military readiness in the area, condemnation from around the world, and a sense of looming diplomatic uncertainty. Now, policymakers and experts are paying close attention to Iran’s response, the progress of the nuclear talks set up in Oman, and what this means for the stability of the Middle East.
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