#IsraelIranConflict Israel launched airstrikes on Iran’s nuclear and military sites early Friday escalating tensions in the Middle East Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei vowed severe retaliation as explosions rocked Tehran killing top military officials and scientists The Israeli military confirmed targeting Iranian nuclear facilities while Iran declared a nationwide state of emergency Reports indicate Iran has begun retaliatory drone strikes against Israeli positions The conflict comes days before planned US Iran nuclear talks raising concerns over regional stability Global leaders are urging restraint as fears grow that the situation could spiral into a broader war impacting global markets and diplomatic relations