#IsraelIranConflict Israel launched a large-scale airstrike on Iran's military and nuclear sites early Friday morning, targeting key facilities and top Iranian officials in what Israeli leaders described as a "preemptive" move to avert an existential threat. Here's what's known so far :

- *Targets:* The Israeli airstrikes hit dozens of Iranian nuclear and military sites, including the main nuclear enrichment complex at Natanz and residences of senior Iranian officials and nuclear scientists.

- *Operation:* The operation, titled "Operation Rising Lion" or "Nation of Lions," involved dozens of Israeli aircraft and was intended to prevent Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons.🌍 Regional & global implications

U.S. distancing: Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated the U.S. had no involvement and that Israel acted unilaterally, vowing to defend American forces if targeted .

International concern: Countries like Australia and New Zealand expressed alarm, warning the strikes could escalate tensions in the Middle East .

Market reaction: Following the strikes, global oil prices jumped and financial markets became unsettled .