Israel launches daylight attack on Iran’s capital as tensions high over US nuclear talks with Tehran

Summary

Israel launched a daylight attack on Tehran targeting areas near Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's offices amid heightened tensions over US-Iran nuclear talks.

Key Points
  • Israel launched a daylight attack on Iran's capital, Tehran, near Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's offices.
  • The attack occurred amid increased tensions related to US efforts to negotiate a nuclear deal with Iran.
  • Iran has warned the US that its military personnel and bases in the region would be targets for retaliation.
  • Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz stated the attack aimed to remove threats, while Iran shut down its airspace following the strikes.
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