Israel Strikes Iran Nuclear, Missile Sites Amid Tensions

Israel launched a preemptive military strike against Iran, targeting its nuclear and missile programs, with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and military officials asserting the operation was necessary to prevent Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons and protect millions of lives. Israeli leaders described Iran’s nuclear ambitions as an existential threat to Israel and the wider world. The attack drew strong condemnation from Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah and Türkiye’s AKP party, who called the strike unjustified and urged international intervention. Analysts cited Israel’s improved operational capabilities and the weakened state of Iran’s regional proxies as key factors in the strike’s timing. Despite the attack, questions remain about whether Israel can permanently halt Iran’s nuclear program. The escalation has heightened concerns about regional security, global markets, and the safety of foreign citizens in Iran.