Israel launched a major attack on Iranian nuclear facilities. Many scientists and military officials were killed in ‘Operation Rising Lion.’ The attack was further emboldened by US support. Tensions in the Middle East are at a critical peak.
Israel Iran Attack: The situation in the Middle East is rapidly deteriorating. Long-standing tensions between Israel and Iran have escalated to a near-warlike state. Following a stern warning from US President Donald Trump to Iran, Israel has launched another major military offensive against Iran.
Shiraz, Tabriz, and Natanz Sites Re-attacked
According to Iranian media, the Israeli military has again launched attacks on key sites related to Iran's nuclear program. This time, the attacks targeted the cities of Shiraz and Tabriz, as well as the Natanz nuclear site.
The Natanz site is a major center for Iran's uranium enrichment program and has been the target of Israeli criticism and attacks in the past.
Israeli Spokesperson Claims ‘Heavy Damage to Nuclear Sites’
Israeli military spokesperson Brigadier General Efi Defrin stated that the recent attacks inflicted heavy damage on Iran's main nuclear facilities. He also stated that this military operation will not end soon and may be further expanded. This implies that more attacks may occur in the coming days.
Operation ‘Rising Lion’ – Israel's Military Strategy
Early Friday morning, Israel launched a large-scale military operation, ‘Operation Rising Lion.’ Under this operation, Israel targeted Iranian nuclear centers, ballistic missile programs, and military bases. Several senior Iranian military officials and key nuclear scientists were killed in this operation.
Netanyahu's Response – ‘We Achieved a Major Goal’
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu hailed the attack as a major success. He stated, “We attacked the heart of Iran's nuclear weapons program. We successfully targeted Iran's uranium enrichment facility in Natanz. In addition, we targeted the scientists involved in building the Iranian bomb.” Netanyahu also stated that several parts of Iran's ballistic missile program were destroyed in this attack. He described it as a necessary step for Israel's security.
Action Intensified Following Donald Trump's Warning
Just hours before this military attack, US President Donald Trump issued a b warning to Iran. Trump stated that if Iran did not comply, the consequences could be devastating. He claimed that Israel possesses extremely lethal weapons and knows how to use them.
Iran's Response – No Official Statement Yet
So far, there has been no official response from the Iranian government to this latest attack. However, as in the past, the possibility of a retaliatory action from Iran cannot be ruled out. In the past, Iran has responded militarily and politically to similar attacks.
