BREAKING: ISRAEL STRIKING ACROSS IRAN - VIDEO UPDATES
Operation dubbed "Rising Lion." Netanyahu: "The goal of the operation is to remove the existential threat to Israel." Nuke, missile, senior military leaders hit in IAF sorties.
Israelis across many areas of the countries were awoken shortly before 03:00 by local sirens and telephone alerts, as initial reports of an IDF preemptive strike against Iran started coming in. Here's my initial FB brief at 05:00: https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1Aed69FJN7/
Image of pinpoint strike in Tehran.
Explosions seen across Tehran.
Nuclear facilities across Iran reportedly struck in precise coordination by Israeli Air Force jets.
Initial reports say Israeli aircraft are hitting military and related sites - both nuclear and ballistic missiles - in Iran in order to thwart their ability to strike the Jewish state.
He was correct.
Netanyahu: “The goal of the operation is to remove the existential threat to Israel.”
Netanyahu: “We struck at the heart of Iran’s nuclear enrichment program and nuclear weaponization efforts. We targeted Iran’s main enrichment facility in Natanz. We also targeted leading Iranian nuclear scientists working on the bomb, as well as the core of Iran’s ballistic missile program.”
Israel has reportedly killed IRGC chief, Gen. Hussein Salame and other military leaders in a coordinated lightning strike, including the chief of Iran’s nuclear program.
The IDF has called up “many thousands” of reservists, according to Galei Tzahal radio.
*IDF Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir declared:*
“We initiated the strike because the moment had arrived—there was no turning back. Delaying action was no longer an option. History, from ancient times to the present, has shown us the consequences of hesitating in the face of threats to our survival. When confronted by those who seek our destruction, we cannot afford to yield. This is why we take up the fight—to secure our very existence. Freedom belongs to those who are prepared to defend it.”
“Defense Minister Yisrael Katz immediately declares a special situation on the home front in the entire State of Israel. Following Israel's preemptive attack against Iran, a missile and drone attack against the State of Israel and its civilian population is expected in the immediate term.
“Therefore, and in accordance with his authority under the Civil Defense Law, Defense Minister Yisrael Katz has now signed a special order according to which a special state of emergency will be imposed on the home front in the entire territory of the State of Israel.
“Obey the instructions of the Home Front Command and the authorities and stay in protected spaces.”
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio published a statement following the Israeli strike in Iran.
“‘Tonight, Israel took unilateral action against Iran.
“‘We are not involved in strikes against Iran and our top priority is protecting American forces in the region. Israel advised us that they believe this action was necessary for its self-defense.
“‘President Trump and the Administration have taken all necessary steps to protect our forces and remain in close contact with our regional partners.
“‘Let me be clear: Iran should not target US interests or personnel,’" he said.
ISRAEL'S AMBASSADOR TO UN DANNY DANON ON CNN: “ISRAEL HAS AN ONGOING DIALOGUE WITH U.S. BUT ITS STRIKE ON IRAN WAS AN INDEPENDENT ISRAELI DECISION”
"IDF Spokesperson:
*Changes in Home Front Command's Defense Policy:*
Following a situation assessment, it was decided that starting today (Friday) at 3:00 AM, an immediate change will take place in the Home Front Command's defense policy.
As part of the changes, it was decided to move all regions of the country from a full activity level to a necessary activity level.
The guidelines include: a ban on educational activities, gatherings, and workplaces, with the exception of essential businesses.
The guidelines published by the Home Front Command through official distribution channels must continue to be followed. The full guidelines will be updated on the National Emergency Portal and the Home Front Command app."
Explosions reported across Tehran.
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