Israel has confirmed launching a military attack on Iran, with explosions reported in parts of the Iranian capital, Tehran, escalating tensions in the Middle East.
Israel Katz said the operation was a “pre-emptive” strike aimed at countering what Israel described as imminent threats from Iran.
Iranian state media reported multiple explosions in the eastern and northern areas of Tehran, while images received by the BBC showed smoke rising above sections of the city shortly after the strikes were announced.
Following the operation, Katz declared a nationwide state of emergency in Israel, warning citizens to prepare for possible retaliatory attacks from Iran or allied groups across the region.
Authorities in Israel said emergency systems had been activated amid fears of missile or drone responses, as regional security forces heightened alert levels.
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