Israel attacks Iran, airstrike kills Revolutionary Guard chief Hossein Salami

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7. Part 3

⚔️ IDF LAUNCHES OPERATION “STRENGTH OF A LION” IN IRAN; IDF SPOKESPERSON: THE IDF HAS LAUNCHED A PREEMPTIVE STRIKE TO DAMAGE IRAN’S NUCLEAR PROGRAM

🚨 The IDF has officially launched a military operation in Iran, named "עם כלביא" ("Strength of a Lion&quot . The Hebrew phrase carries layered meaning, symbolizing both “a lion” and “a lion cub,” and metaphorically refers to the strength and determination of the Israeli nation.

🚨 The IDF Spokesperson announces that, a short while ago, under the directive of the political leadership, the IDF launched a precise and coordinated preemptive strike based on high-quality intelligence. The objective: to damage Iran’s nuclear program and respond to the ongoing aggression of the Iranian regime against Israel. Dozens of Israeli Air Force aircraft recently completed the opening strike, which targeted dozens of military sites, including nuclear-related targets across various areas in Iran.

The public is urged to follow the Home Front Command's instructions, which will be updated as needed, and to act responsibly and with patience. The IDF and all relevant bodies are fully prepared for a range of scenarios, both defensive and offensive, as necessary.

For years, Iran has been advancing terrorism both directly and indirectly against the State of Israel. It funds and directs terror operations through its proxies throughout the Middle East while progressing toward nuclear weapons.

The Iranian regime is the primary axis behind all terrorist activity carried out against Israel since the beginning of the “Iron Swords” war.

This includes arming and funding the terrorist organization Hamas, which is responsible for the October 7th massacre. During the war, Iran directly attacked Israel twice, launching hundreds of missiles and UAVs at Israeli territory.

The Iranian regime has openly declared its aim to destroy the State of Israel. Its senior officials publicly declare this intention and are working to realize it through their regional proxies. Today, Iran is closer than ever to obtaining nuclear weapons. A weapon of mass destruction in the hands of the Iranian regime poses an existential threat to Israel and a grave danger to the entire world. The State of Israel will not allow a regime whose goal is Israel’s destruction to possess weapons of mass destruction.

The IDF has conducted extensive assessments and preparations for this campaign, both on the frontlines and the home front. Civilian resilience will be a key factor in the campaign.

The IDF is prepared to continue operating as required. The State of Israel has a duty to act in defense of its citizens and will continue to do so wherever necessary, just as it has in the past. The IDF is holding continuous situation assessments and will provide updates on any developments.