🇮🇱 Israel–Iran Escalation

Operation Rising Lion:

Israel carried out large-scale airstrikes across Iran, reportedly targeting over 100 sites—including nuclear facilities (Natanz, Fordow), missile bases, and military leadership compounds. Reports indicate the deaths of key IRGC figures such as Major General Hossein Salami, Chief of Staff Mohammad Bagheri, and several nuclear scientists. Casualties are estimated at around 70–100 killed and 320+ wounded .

Iran’s Response:

In retaliation, Iran launched more than 100 drones toward Israel. The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) claim they intercepted all drones before they reached Israeli territory .

Iran’s Supreme Leader warned that Israel will face a “harsh,” “bitter” retaliation, calling the strikes a **“declaration of war”** .

Global Ramifications:

The operation has triggered emergency sessions at the UN Security Council and the IAEA, raising concerns over escalating oil prices and regional instability .

Western leaders are urging de‑escalation, stressing diplomatic avenues—even as former U.S. President Trump praised the Israeli strikes, while current U.S. administration emphasizes non‑involvement but warns Iran against targeting American interests .

Civil disruptions have followed: flight cancellations, embassy closures, Israeli airspace restrictions, and public advisories to stay cautious .

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