Iran calls Israel's attack on its nuclear, military facilities a 'declaration of war'
Iran has called Israel's attacks on its nuclear and military sites a "declaration of war". Tehran has called on the UN Security Council to address the issue. President Masoud Pezeshkian has warned that Iran's response will make Israel "regret its foolish act", while Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei said Israel will face a "bitter and painful" fate. State media confirmed that those killed include the chiefs of Iran's Revolutionary Guard and the armed forces. Trent Murray reports from Tel Aviv and Jagruti Dave reports from Washington DC.
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