Panic grips Tehran as Israeli missile attack launches Operation ‘Strength of the Lion’

International News: The Middle East is once again on the verge of a terrible conflict. On Thursday night, Israel suddenly launched a massive airstrike on Iran. In this attack, many military and nuclear bases, including Iran's capital, Tehran, were targeted. The echo of the explosions frightened the Iranian public, while there has been a stir in the political corridors.

Start of Operation "Strength of a Lion"

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has named this operation "Strength of a Lion" and called it a "preemptive strike." He says that this campaign will continue as long as Iran has the ability to acquire nuclear weapons.

According to the Israeli Defense Ministry, this operation is designed to target Iran's ballistic missile hubs, uranium enrichment centers, and strategic military offices.

Attack on Iranian military top brass, claim of Bagheri's death

Israeli security agencies have claimed that Iranian Army Chief of Staff Mohammad Bagheri has been killed in this attack. Also, many senior IRGC officials have also come under attack. Iran's state media has so far confirmed the attack on two nuclear bases but has maintained silence on Bagheri's death.

Panic in Tehran, anger among the public

Loud explosions reverberated throughout the night in Tehran and its surrounding areas. Citizens posted pictures of smoke clouds and burning areas on social media. Heavy security has been deployed on the streets, and there is an emergency-like situation in the capital.

Iran warns: "Revenge will be very harsh."

Iran's Supreme National Security Council has issued a statement saying that Israel's action is a "strategic mistake" and its revenge will be decisive and extensive. However, no concrete action of retaliation has come to light yet.

America shrugged it off, but the warning remains

Questions were raised about America's role in Israel's action, but US Secretary of State Marco Rubio clarified that America was not involved in this attack. He said, "We will only ensure the safety of our soldiers and installations." He also warned Iran not to make the mistake of attacking American assets.

What will happen now?

This attack can deeply shake the balance of power in the Middle East. Experts believe that if Iran retaliates, it can become a new war for the whole world. The international community has currently appealed to both countries to exercise restraint.