Israel's sensational attack on Iran: Explosions in Tehran cause panic, nuclear bases targeted, threat of war in the Middle East
Attack details and Israeli claims
According to the IDF statement, dozens of Israeli fighter jets carried out attacks in various areas of Iran based on "high-quality intelligence". Addressing the nation, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said, "We destroyed Iran's main nuclear enrichment plant Natanz and the centers of the ballistic missile program. This was a necessary step for Israel's survival." Netanyahu thanked US President Donald Trump for his support.
An Israeli military official claimed that "dozens" of nuclear and military sites were destroyed in the operation, including uranium enrichment plants and missile depots. Videos viral on social media showed flames and sounds of explosions in Tehran and Shiraz.
Iran's response and counter threats
Iranian state-run newspapers Nour News and Tasnim News confirmed that several explosions took place northeast of Tehran, and the country's air defense system was fully activated. Iran closed its airspace, and Iraq also announced the closure of its airspace. Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei called an emergency meeting, and a senior military official said, “Israel will pay a heavy price for this attack. We will retaliate with hundreds of ballistic missiles.”
Iranian Intelligence Minister Ismail Khatib claimed that they have “sensitive documents” on Israel’s nuclear program, and may attack Israel’s secret facilities. However, Iran has not yet launched any direct retaliatory strikes.
US role and global concern
The US distanced itself from the attack, saying it was a “unilateral action” by Israel. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said in a statement, “We have urged Iran not to target US interests or personnel.” However, Netanyahu’s thanking Trump indicated that the US may have indirectly given the green light to the operation.
The United Nations and the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) warned that the attack could threaten regional stability. IAEA chief Rafael Grassi had said that Iran's nuclear program is "deep underground", and it is difficult to destroy. He also said that such attacks could further strengthen Iran's resolve to build nuclear weapons.
Background and history of tensions
The tension between Israel and Iran is decades old. Israel, which has undeclared nuclear weapons, considers Iran's nuclear program an "existential threat" to itself. Iran blames Israel for the Stuxnet cyber attack in 2010 and the killing of several Iranian nuclear scientists. On October 1, 2024, Iran fired 180 missiles at Israel, in response to which Israel attacked Iranian military bases on October 26.
In recent months, Israel destroyed Iranian weapons supplies in Syria, easing its way to reach Iran. On June 10, Iran claimed to have obtained “secret documents” on Israel’s nuclear program, further escalating tensions.
Regional and global implications
The attack has brought the Middle East to the brink of war. Iraq, Jordan, and Lebanon have increased vigilance in their airspace. Iran-backed groups such as Hezbollah and Hamas have threatened attacks against Israel. Global oil prices have surged as fears of a possible attack on Iran’s oil fields have grown.
Some users on social media claimed that Iran’s military chief and several scientists were killed in the attack, but this has not been officially confirmed.
Conclusion
This attack by Israel is part of its long-term strategy to weaken Iran’s nuclear program, but it could trigger a major regional war. Iran’s retaliation and the role of the US will determine the next phase of this crisis. Will this tension be resolved through diplomacy, or will the Middle East be gripped by a new war? This question is important for global peace.
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