In a dramatic escalation of tensions, Israel says it eliminated over 30 senior Iranian security officials and 11 nuclear scientists during a 12-day air campaign targeting Iran. The operation, described as a “major blow” to Iran’s nuclear ambitions, reportedly crippled Tehran’s ability to enrich uranium to weapons-grade levels. 🔥
The Opening Blow
An Israeli military official revealed that a June 13 opening strike severely damaged Iran’s aerial defenses, destabilizing its response capabilities. Over 900 targets were hit, including missile production sites, with Israel claiming the campaign “neutralized” Iran’s nuclear weapon core production.
Retaliation and Casualties
Iran fired missile barrages at Israeli cities and military sites, claiming it forced a ceasefire through successful strikes. While Tehran reported 627 deaths, Israel confirmed 28 fatalities on its side. Media restrictions in Iran have made damage assessments challenging. 💔
What’s Next?
Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz announced plans to maintain air superiority over Iran and counter nuclear development. Meanwhile, military Chief Eyal Zamir linked the campaign’s outcomes to Israel’s ongoing operations against Hamas, hinting at expanded ground actions in Gaza. 🛡️
