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Israel-Iran War: Israel conducted airstrikes targeting Iranian military facilities early Saturday, marking a direct response to Iran's recent missile attacks..
This operation was conducted in direct response to Irans ballistic missile assault on Israel, which occurred on October 1, according to statements from the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF)..
The regime in Iran and its proxies in the region have been relentlessly attacking Israel since Oct. 7 on seven fronts including direct attacks from Iranian soil, the IDF stated, further emphasizing that Israel reserves the right and the duty to respond to protect its sovereignty and people...
The airstrikes led to powerful explosions across Tehran, with reports from Iranian state media confirming the sounds of blasts and noting that air defense systems had been deployed..
In response to Saturdays airstrikes, White House National Security Council spokesperson Sean Savett stated, We understand that Israel is conducting targeted strikes against military targets in Iran, redirecting inquiries to Israeli authorities for additional details...
