Israel Targets Iranian Nuclear Program in Preemptive Strike

The Israeli military launched a preemptive strike against Iranian nuclear facilities, initiating ‘Operation Rising Lion.’ An IDF spokesperson explained that the action was taken to prevent Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons, which would pose a global threat. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu reported the successful targeting of key scientists and facilities involved in the development of atomic bombs. He requested the public to remain alert and prepared for a prolonged period in protected areas. Netanyahu stressed the critical need to address the threat from Iran’s ballistic missiles, framing the operation within the context of defending Israel and its allies.