• Israel launched Operation “Rising Lion” — using dozens of aircraft, drones, and Mossad special operations, it attacked nuclear and military facilities in Iran (Natanz, Fordow, Isfahan, Tabriz) .
• Key figures died as a result of the strikes: IRGC commander Hossein Salami, Chief of Staff Mohammad Bagheri, head of the missile program Amir Ali Hajizadeh, and several nuclear scientists .
🛡️ Iran took the hit
• Tehran launched over 100–150 ballistic missiles and drones in response, most of which were neutralized by Israel's air defense systems ('Iron Dome') .
• As a result of the strikes, dozens of people were injured in Israel, and civilian infrastructure, including airports, experienced disruptions .
🌍 The world reacts
• The USA was aware of the strike in advance but did not officially participate; international leaders call for restraint, the UN convenes an emergency meeting.
• Oil prices have increased — prices rose by ~6–14% due to endless uncertainty.
⚠️ What’s next?
• Iran promises 'harsh retaliation', including strikes on energy and civilian infrastructure .
• There is a risk of regional conflict escalation — Hezbollah, Houthis, and other states in the region may get involved.
• Diplomatic initiatives, including US-Iran nuclear negotiations, are likely to be delayed or under threat.
🔍 Why is this interesting?
• The largest confrontation between Israel and Iran since the 1980s war — this is a moment that could change the balance of power in the Middle East.
• This is the de-colonization of Iran's nuclear threat, according to Netanyahu — the operation will continue 'as long as there is danger' .
• For the global community — this is a wake-up call that nuclear policy can provoke a moment of escalation that cannot then be stopped.
