The Israel Defense Forces have begun to attack dozens of Iranian nuclear facilities. Warning sirens have been activated to prepare the public for potential Iranian counterattacks with ballistic missiles against Israel. Iran has not yet fired any ballistic missiles, but it possesses thousands of them,» added the Jerusalem Post, an Israeli media outlet, while covering the news.
The Prime Minister of Israel, Benjamin Netanyahu says It Will Fight Iran as Long as Necessary
The Ministry of Defense anticipates a response with missiles and drones; Trump calls for a diplomatic approach.
The government of Israel has activated a state of special emergency throughout its territory following the confirmation of a preventive airstrike against Iran. This measure was announced by the Minister of Defense, Israel Katz, in an official statement issued this Thursday, which warns of possible immediate reprisals, according to information from AP News. «A special state of emergency on the home front has been declared across the State of Israel,» Minister Katz stated, in accordance with his authorities under the Civil Defense Law. The decision comes amid an escalation of tensions in the Middle East.
Prevent a possible Iranian offensive
The statement warns of the risk of a military response from Iran:
Following the preemptive strike by the State of Israel against Iran, a missile and drone attack against the State of Israel and its civilian population is anticipated in the immediate future.
As part of the security measures, the population has been instructed to follow official guidelines: you must obey the instructions of the Internal Front Command and the authorities and remain in the protected areas.
Explosions reported in Tehran.
According to information, the Israeli Air Force reportedly executed the attack on Iranian territory.
Two sources knowledgeable about the operation confirmed the offensive, although it has not yet been specified what the target of the bombing was. Local media reported explosions in the Iranian capital, Tehran.
Trump calls for the avoidance of a larger conflict
Amid rising tensions, former President Donald Trump urged Israel on Thursday not to carry out any more attacks and to seek a way out through dialogue. «It could happen,» Trump acknowledged in reference to a new military confrontation, although he insisted that he prefers a «diplomatic» solution.
The US points out that Israel’s attack on Iran was a unilateral decision.
The U.S. position has hardened in light of the risk of a regional war.
The U.S. government has begun to reduce its diplomatic staff in several areas of the Middle East, particularly in Iraq, as a preventive measure against a possible ‘massive conflict.
‘Against this backdrop, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated that Israel unilaterally decided to attack Iran, ruling out any kind of U.S. involvement.
Meanwhile, the Pentagon reaffirmed the statements declaring that «there was no participation or assistance from the US» in the Israeli attack on Iran.
Israel feared a nuclear attack from Iran.
According to the Israel Defense Forces, Iran has enough uranium to manufacture nuclear weapons, specifically to produce 15 nuclear weapons within a matter of days.
Israel pointed to Iran for allegedly developing a plan with Hezbollah, Hamas, and other groups to destroy the State of Israel, which could include attempts to launch attacks across all borders, including Egypt and Jordan.
This was the point of no return according to the Israeli Forces, which is why Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has entered the security cabinet.
Following the attack on Iran, he has declared a state of emergency.
The objectives of the IDF also include commanders, bases, and nuclear sites, although the primary target is the nuclear sites.
