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Irish Daily Star
a day ago
- Politics
- Irish Daily Star
Israel strikes Tehran nuclear sites in operation 'Rising Lion' - bombing expected to last DAYS
Multiple smoke plumes have been seen over Tehran, Iran's capital, at around 3.30am local time. Described as a 'preemptive, precise, combined offensive', the operation struck dozens of targets across multiple areas of Iran, according to the Israeli military. A U.S. official told CNN that the United States had no involvement or assistance in the Israeli strikes, which Israel announced would likely last for several days. Prime Minister of Israel Benjamin Netanyahu spoke to his nation via a seven minute television address in the early hours of Friday morning, shortly after sirens sounded to wake the country. He said: "This operation will continue for as many days as it takes to remove this threat. For decades the tyrants of Tehran have brazenly, openly called for Israel's destruction. Read More Related Articles Dawn French apologises after 'mocking tone' in Gaza video sparks fury Read More Related Articles Gary Lineker barred from speaking at Jewish football icon Brian Glanville's funeral over controversial post "They have backed up their genocidal rhetoric with a program to develop nuclear weapons. In recent years Iran has produced enough highly enriched uranium for nine atom bombs. "In recent months Iran has taken steps it has never taken before, steps to weaponise this enriched uranium. Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announcing the launch of a targeted military operation against Iran "If not stopped Iran could produce a nuclear weapon in a very short time." he added, "This is a clear and present danger to Israel's very survival. "This is a clear and present danger to Israel's very survival. 80 years ago the Jewish people were the victims of a holocaust perpetrated by the Nazi regime. Today, the Jewish state refuses to be a victim of a nuclear holocaust, perpetrated by the Iranian regime." Israel's Minister of Defense Israel Katz declared a special state of emergency throughout the entirety of the country in the wake of the IDF missile barrage. "Following the State of Israel's pre-emptive strike against Iran, a missile and drone attack against the State of Israel and its civilian population is expected in the immediate future", Katz said. Explosions reported from across Iran. Local reports indicate that dozens of targets across Iran related to its nuclear program were targeted, alongside other military facilities. The operation is reportedly dubbed "Strength of a Lion." In a statement from US Secretary of State Marco Rubio posted on X, it was confirmed that Israel's action was carried out unilaterally, without the assistance of the US. 'Tonight, Israel took unilateral action against Iran. We are not involved in strikes against Iran and our top priority is protecting American forces in the region. A huge building collapsed in Teheran "Israel advised us that they believe this action was necessary for its self-defense. President Trump and the Administration have taken all necessary steps to protect our forces and remain in close contact with our regional partners. "Let me be clear: Iran should not target U.S. interests or personnel.' In the wake of the attack, Israel has sounded sirens across the country as a pre-emptive warning to citizens of a retaliatory strike from Iran. Iran's state-run Nour News has confirmed explosions have been witnessed in Tehran and flights to and from Iran's capitial have been suspended.
Herald Sun
a day ago
- Politics
- Herald Sun
Israel launches ‘pre-emptive' strikes against Iran
Israel has launched military strikes against Iran, beginning an operation that is reportedly expected to last for 'several days' and may prompt an Iranian retaliation. Reports emerged late on Friday morning, Australian time, of explosions being heard in the Iranian capital, Tehran. 'Loud explosions being heard in different locations,' Iran's state television reported, with scant further details. It was then confirmed, by Israel's Defence Minister, that the nation had launched a 'pre-emptive strike' against the Iranians. He told Israelis to stay near bomb shelters. 'Following the State of Israel's pre-emptive strike against Iran, a missile and drone attack against the State of Israel and its civilian population is expected in the immediate future,' Minister Israel Katz warned his population. Emmanuel Fabian, The Times of Israel's military correspondent, reported that the Israeli Defence Forces had launched 'an aerial campaign against Iran's nuclear program'. 'Dozens of targets across Iran related to the nuclear program and other military facilities are being struck by the Israeli Air Force,' he said, noting that the operation is called 'Strength of a Lion'. 'The IDF says Iran has enough enriched uranium to build several bombs within days, and it needs to act against this 'imminent threat'. 'Sirens that sounded across Israel a short while ago were a pre-emptive warning issued by the IDF, ahead of a possible reaction by Iran.' Mr Fabian said the operation 'against Iran's nuclear program and long range missile capabilities' would last 'several days'. 'At the end of the operation, there will be no nuclear threat,' IDF officials said. 'We are in the window of strategic opportunities. We have reached the point of no return, and there is no choice but to act now.' They said Israel was coordinating with the United States. Read on for the latest developments. Originally published as Israel launches 'pre-emptive' strikes against Iran
North Wales Live
a day ago
- Politics
- North Wales Live
Israel launches 'Rising Lion' air strikes on Iran nuclear sites as smoke rises over Tehran
Dramatic scenes unfolded over Tehran as multiple smoke plumes were spotted at around 3.30am local time, with the Israeli military describing the incident as a "preemptive, precise, combined offensive" that targeted dozens of sites across Iran. A U.S. official assured CNN that America played no role in the Israeli strikes, which are expected to continue for several days according to Israel's announcement. In a seven-minute television address delivered shortly after sirens roused the nation early on Friday morning, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu declared: "This operation will continue for as many days as it takes to remove this threat. For decades the tyrants of Tehran have brazenly, openly called for Israel's destruction." Netanyahu continued with a stark warning, stating, "They have backed up their genocidal rhetoric with a program to develop nuclear weapons. In recent years Iran has produced enough highly enriched uranium for nine atom bombs." He further highlighted Iran's alarming actions, saying, "In recent months Iran has taken steps it has never taken before, steps to weaponise this enriched uranium.", reports the Daily Record. The Prime Minister concluded with a grave message about the urgency of the situation: "If not stopped Iran could produce a nuclear weapon in a very short time." He emphasised, "This is a clear and present danger to Israel's very survival." Netanyahu drew a historical parallel, asserting, "This is a clear and present danger to Israel's very survival. 80 years ago the Jewish people were the victims of a holocaust perpetrated by the Nazi regime. Today, the Jewish state refuses to be a victim of a nuclear holocaust, perpetrated by the Iranian regime." Israel's Defence Minister, Israel Katz, has declared a nationwide state of emergency following the IDF missile attack. "Following the State of Israel's pre-emptive strike against Iran, a missile and drone attack against the State of Israel and its civilian population is expected in the immediate future", stated Katz. Reports from local sources suggest that dozens of targets across Iran linked to its nuclear programme were hit, along with other military facilities. The operation is reportedly named "Strength of a Lion." US Secretary of State Marco Rubio confirmed in a statement posted on X that Israel acted alone, without US assistance. "Tonight, Israel took unilateral action against Iran. We are not involved in strikes against Iran and our top priority is protecting American forces in the region. "Israel advised us that they believe this action was necessary for its self-defence. President Trump and the Administration have taken all necessary steps to protect our forces and remain in close contact with our regional partners. "Let me be clear: Iran should not target U.S. interests or personnel." Following the attack, Israel has sounded alarms across the country as a pre-emptive warning to citizens of a potential retaliatory strike from Iran. Iran's state-run Nour News has confirmed that explosions have been seen in Tehran and flights to and from Iran's capital have been suspended.
Edinburgh Live
a day ago
- Politics
- Edinburgh Live
Israel launches 'Rising Lion' air strikes on Iran nuclear sites as smoke rises over Tehran
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info Dramatic scenes unfolded over Tehran as multiple smoke plumes were spotted at around 3.30am local time, with the Israeli military describing the incident as a "preemptive, precise, combined offensive" that targeted dozens of sites across Iran. A U.S. official assured CNN that America played no role in the Israeli strikes, which are expected to continue for several days according to Israel's announcement. In a seven-minute television address delivered shortly after sirens roused the nation early on Friday morning, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu declared: "This operation will continue for as many days as it takes to remove this threat. For decades the tyrants of Tehran have brazenly, openly called for Israel's destruction." Netanyahu continued with a stark warning, stating, "They have backed up their genocidal rhetoric with a program to develop nuclear weapons. In recent years Iran has produced enough highly enriched uranium for nine atom bombs." He further highlighted Iran's alarming actions, saying, "In recent months Iran has taken steps it has never taken before, steps to weaponise this enriched uranium.", reports the Daily Record. The Prime Minister concluded with a grave message about the urgency of the situation: "If not stopped Iran could produce a nuclear weapon in a very short time." He emphasised, "This is a clear and present danger to Israel's very survival." Netanyahu drew a historical parallel, asserting, "This is a clear and present danger to Israel's very survival. 80 years ago the Jewish people were the victims of a holocaust perpetrated by the Nazi regime. Today, the Jewish state refuses to be a victim of a nuclear holocaust, perpetrated by the Iranian regime." Israel's Defence Minister, Israel Katz, has declared a nationwide state of emergency following the IDF missile attack. "Following the State of Israel's pre-emptive strike against Iran, a missile and drone attack against the State of Israel and its civilian population is expected in the immediate future", stated Katz. Reports from local sources suggest that dozens of targets across Iran linked to its nuclear programme were hit, along with other military facilities. The operation is reportedly named "Strength of a Lion." US Secretary of State Marco Rubio confirmed in a statement posted on X that Israel acted alone, without US assistance. (Image: AP) "Tonight, Israel took unilateral action against Iran. We are not involved in strikes against Iran and our top priority is protecting American forces in the region. "Israel advised us that they believe this action was necessary for its self-defence. President Trump and the Administration have taken all necessary steps to protect our forces and remain in close contact with our regional partners. "Let me be clear: Iran should not target U.S. interests or personnel." Following the attack, Israel has sounded alarms across the country as a pre-emptive warning to citizens of a potential retaliatory strike from Iran. Iran's state-run Nour News has confirmed that explosions have been seen in Tehran and flights to and from Iran's capital have been suspended.
Irish Daily Mirror
a day ago
- Politics
- Irish Daily Mirror
Israel strikes Tehran nuclear sites in operation 'Rising Lion'
Multiple smoke plumes have been seen over Tehran, Iran's capital, at around 3.30am local time. Described as a 'preemptive, precise, combined offensive', the operation struck dozens of targets across multiple areas of Iran, according to the Israeli military. A U.S. official told CNN that the United States had no involvement or assistance in the Israeli strikes, which Israel announced would likely last for several days. Prime Minister of Israel Benjamin Netanyahu spoke to his nation via a seven minute television address in the early hours of Friday morning, shortly after sirens sounded to wake the country. He said: "This operation will continue for as many days as it takes to remove this threat. For decades the tyrants of Tehran have brazenly, openly called for Israel's destruction. "They have backed up their genocidal rhetoric with a program to develop nuclear weapons. In recent years Iran has produced enough highly enriched uranium for nine atom bombs. "In recent months Iran has taken steps it has never taken before, steps to weaponise this enriched uranium. "If not stopped Iran could produce a nuclear weapon in a very short time." he added, "This is a clear and present danger to Israel's very survival. "This is a clear and present danger to Israel's very survival. 80 years ago the Jewish people were the victims of a holocaust perpetrated by the Nazi regime. Today, the Jewish state refuses to be a victim of a nuclear holocaust, perpetrated by the Iranian regime." Israel's Minister of Defense Israel Katz declared a special state of emergency throughout the entirety of the country in the wake of the IDF missile barrage. "Following the State of Israel's pre-emptive strike against Iran, a missile and drone attack against the State of Israel and its civilian population is expected in the immediate future", Katz said. Local reports indicate that dozens of targets across Iran related to its nuclear program were targeted, alongside other military facilities. The operation is reportedly dubbed "Strength of a Lion." In a statement from US Secretary of State Marco Rubio posted on X, it was confirmed that Israel's action was carried out unilaterally, without the assistance of the US. 'Tonight, Israel took unilateral action against Iran. We are not involved in strikes against Iran and our top priority is protecting American forces in the region. "Israel advised us that they believe this action was necessary for its self-defense. President Trump and the Administration have taken all necessary steps to protect our forces and remain in close contact with our regional partners. "Let me be clear: Iran should not target U.S. interests or personnel.' In the wake of the attack, Israel has sounded sirens across the country as a pre-emptive warning to citizens of a retaliatory strike from Iran. Iran's state-run Nour News has confirmed explosions have been witnessed in Tehran and flights to and from Iran's capitial have been suspended.
