JERUSALEM — Israel launched a major military operation targeting Iranian nuclear and military sites, including the Natanz uranium enrichment facility and Revolutionary Guards installations. Blasts rocked Tehran and other areas, with casualties reported and key figures—including Iran’s armed forces chief—allegedly killed.

Israel described the attack as a “preemptive strike” to neutralize threats, accusing Iran of continuing efforts to develop nuclear weapons—claims Tehran denies. The strike follows recent UN censure of Iran over nuclear non-compliance.

Iranian state media confirmed civilian casualties and property damage in Tehran. Smoke was seen rising from several key sites, including Natanz.