Israel attacks Iran: What we know so far
Briefly

The recent escalation in military violence between Israel and Iran has been marked by significant strikes targeting Iranian nuclear facilities and military sites. Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei has vowed a severe response to what he describes as Israel's aggressive actions. Key figures within the Iranian military were reportedly killed during these strikes, which not only targeted infrastructure but also inflicted damage on residential areas. This situation exacerbates fears of a broader military conflict in an already volatile region, with strong rhetoric from both sides indicating potential future confrontations.
By God's will, the powerful hand of the Armed Forces of the Islamic Republic will not let it [Israel] go unpunished, he said. This underscores Iran's commitment to retaliate against perceived aggressions.
These strikes were aimed at hurting Iran's nuclear infrastructure and ballistic missile factories, indicating Israel's strategic focus on crippling Iran's military capabilities.
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