Israel launched strikes on Iran early Saturday, targeting missile factories and sites near Tehran, killing four Iranian soldiers, according to Iran's army. This action follows Iran’s recent missile attacks on Israel in retaliation for Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh's death in July. Israel stated the attacks aimed to counter Iranian aggression, while Iran responded it would defend itself but remains committed to regional stability. The US urged restraint, discouraging attacks on Iran’s oil and nuclear sites. Meanwhile, Hezbollah fired projectiles into Israel, and Russia condemned Israel's actions as escalating the conflict, calling for de-escalation.

The U.S. reaffirmed its "ironclad" commitment to Israel’s security, cautioning Iran against retaliating after Israeli forces struck military targets in Iran. The strikes, conducted early Saturday, were in response to Iran's October 1 ballistic missile attack. U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin stressed that Iran should avoid escalating the conflict, warning of repercussions for any retaliation. Israel's strikes reportedly killed four Iranian soldiers, sparking Iranian warnings of self-defense and a retaliatory rocket attack from Hezbollah into northern Israel. Meanwhile, the U.S., Germany, and Britain urged Tehran to prevent further escalation in the region.

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Iran’s president, Masoud Pezeshkian, warned against further attacks after Israeli airstrikes hit military targets in Iran on Saturday. The strikes reportedly targeted missile facilities used against Israel, causing “limited damage,” according to Iran. In a statement on social media, Pezeshkian vowed Iran would defend itself, mourning four killed in the strikes. U.S. President Joe Biden confirmed that Israel informed him before the attacks, which only hit military sites. Israeli opposition leader Yair Lapid criticized the decision not to target Iran’s economic infrastructure. Britain, Germany, and the UN urged restraint to prevent further escalation.

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Israel launched airstrikes on military targets in Tehran and nearby areas, using over 100 fighter jets, including F-35s, in response to an October missile attack. Iran initially denied the attacks but later reported minor damage to its military facilities, with two soldiers killed. Iran warned of a "proportional response," while Israel vowed severe consequences for any escalation. The U.S. labeled Israel’s move as "self-defense" and urged Iran not to retaliate. Following the strikes, Iran, Iraq, and Syria temporarily closed their airspace. Countries like Turkey, Saudi Arabia, and India expressed concerns over rising tensions in the region.

Israeli airstrikes targeted Iran's missile production complexes, including Parchin and Khojir, where solid fuel for ballistic missiles is mixed. Satellite images revealed significant damage, with at least three fuel-mixing buildings destroyed, as per assessments by David Albright of the Institute for Science and International Security and Decker Eveleth of CNA. The strikes are likely to impact Iran’s missile capabilities, experts say, affecting Tehran’s ability to mass-produce missiles. Iran’s military stated that Israeli warplanes used light warheads, striking border radar systems in western regions and near Tehran, escalating regional tensions.

The Israeli military conducted a significant operation in southern Lebanon, blowing up houses in border villages, including Adaisseh and Kfar Kila. Using 400 tonnes of explosives, Israel aimed to destroy a strategic Hezbollah tunnel over 1.5 kilometers long. The blasts were so powerful they triggered earthquake warnings across parts of Israel. Israeli spokesman Avichay Adraee confirmed the detonations, while Hezbollah reported ongoing combat with Israeli forces in the area. Since the onset of the all-out war on September 23, over 1,615 people have died in Lebanon, with 1.3 million displaced, according to AFP.      

US President Joe Biden confirmed he was informed prior to Israeli airstrikes on Iranian military sites and expressed hope that "this is the end" of ongoing hostilities. He stated the strikes targeted only military installations and emphasized the need to protect US forces while supporting Israel. The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) reported successful strikes on sites deemed immediate threats following Iran's missile attack on October 1. Several Middle Eastern countries condemned the strikes, urging all parties to prevent further escalation in the region's security and stability.