Israel Launches Preemptive Strikes on Iran’s Nuclear Program, Targets Military Sites Across Country

Israel Launches Preemptive Strikes on Iran’s Nuclear Program, Targets Military Sites Across Country

In a dramatic escalation, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) announced tonight that it has launched a series of preemptive, precision airstrikes against Iran’s nuclear program and military infrastructure, citing ongoing Iranian aggression and the threat of weapons of mass destruction.

The IDF confirmed that dozens of Israeli Air Force jets carried out the first phase of a coordinated offensive, striking multiple military and nuclear-related targets in various regions of Iran. The operation, which was conducted based on what the IDF described as “high-quality intelligence,” comes amid heightened tensions between the two countries and follows repeated warnings from Israeli officials about Iran’s nuclear ambitions.

According to the official statement, the strikes were ordered by Israel’s political leadership in response to what it called the Iranian regime’s “direct and indirect campaign of terror” against Israel. The IDF accused Iran of orchestrating attacks through regional proxies, including arming and funding Hamas, and cited previous direct missile attacks on Israel during the ongoing “Swords of Iron” conflict.

“The Iranian regime has proclaimed that its objective is to destroy the State of Israel,” the IDF said, emphasizing that Iran is “closer than ever to obtaining a nuclear weapon.” The statement described the prospect of weapons of mass destruction in Iranian hands as an existential threat to Israel and a significant danger to the wider world.

The IDF urged the Israeli public to remain calm and follow instructions from the Home Front Command, noting that authorities are prepared for a range of possible scenarios. The military also stressed its readiness to continue operations as needed, reiterating Israel’s determination to prevent Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons.

Notably, U.S. officials confirmed that the United States did not participate in or assist with the Israeli strikes.
The situation remains fluid, with the IDF conducting ongoing assessments and promising further updates as developments unfold.