Israel Strikes Iran, Heightens Regional Tensions

Israel launched a retaliatory attack on Iran, targeting military sites in Tehran and Karaj in response to Iran's missile attack on October 1. The operation involved over 100 aircraft, including F-35 stealth fighters, and focused on military targets, avoiding nuclear and oil sites to prevent further escalation. Despite US attempts to dissuade the attack, Israel proceeded with three waves of strikes using advanced missiles like 'Rampage' and 'Rocks', resulting in the deaths of two Iranian soldiers. The White House described the strikes as 'proportional', while Israeli opposition criticized the government for not targeting a wider range of sites. The tensions in the Middle East have heightened, with Iran closing its airspace and promising to defend against foreign aggression. Iranian media downplayed the impact of the strikes, reporting limited damage.