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Israel Iran War News Live Updates: Iran launches about 100 drones towards Israel, army working to intercept, says Israeli military

A sudden and powerful Israeli airstrike hit targets in Iran late Thursday, triggering explosions around Tehran and sparking fears of a broader regional conflict. The move comes as part of what Israel’s Defence Minister described as “preemptive strikes” against Iran’s nuclear threat.

Iran’s state-run Nour News confirmed reports of blasts northeast of Tehran early Friday. The Israeli Air Force carried out the attack, which is being seen as one of the boldest actions by Tel Aviv against Iran in recent years. In response, Israel declared a nationwide state of emergency, preparing for possible retaliation from Iran in the form of missile or drone strikes.

Israel has consistently warned that it would not allow Iran to reach weapons-grade nuclear capabilities. International watchdogs have reported that Iran is enriching uranium to dangerously high levels, although Tehran has always claimed its nuclear programme is peaceful.

The United States was quick to distance itself from the Israeli operation. “Tonight, Israel took unilateral action against Iran. We are not involved in strikes against Iran and our top priority is protecting American forces in the region,” said US Secretary of State Marco Rubio. “Let me be clear: Iran should not target US interests or personnel.”