#IsraelIranConflict Scale and Objectives of the Attack

Israel launched Operation Rising Lion, deploying around 200 fighter jets to strike ~100 targets in Iran — including nuclear facilities (such as Natanz), military bases, and the residences of senior officials like General Hossein Salami and Chief of Staff Mohammad Bagheri.

This attack was described by PM Netanyahu as a "preemptive operation" to prevent Iran from reaching the threshold of nuclear capability.

⚰️ Casualties and Iran's Response

Several high-ranking Iranian officials were killed—including Salami, Bagheri, and key nuclear scientists.

Iran responded by launching over 100 drones towards Israel. Some were intercepted by Israeli air defense.

Iran's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Khamenei, warned of a "heavy response."

🌍 Regional & Global Impact

The airspace of Israel, Iran, Iraq, and Jordan was temporarily closed; international airlines canceled or altered flight routes, including about 30 flights from/to India.

Brent crude oil prices surged over 8%, reflecting concerns over the reliability of trade routes and energy market stability.

Several countries — Australia, New Zealand, Saudi Arabia, Oman, and others — condemned the attack and expressed concern that the conflict would harm the scheduled nuclear diplomacy process.