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Israel Strikes Iran in Retaliation – US Sources Confirm
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A huge blast rocked an Iranian city today as it was reported that Israel had launched its revenge for Saturday’s missile and drone blitz. US sources confirmed an Israeli missile had struck the central city of Isfahan as the terror-stoking nation confirmed its air defense batteries had been activated in several regions.
Israel Strikes Iran in Retaliation:
A senior US official told America’s ABC News that Israel’s revenge for Iran’s 320 kamikaze drone and ballistic missile blitz had begun.
Multiple Blasts Heard:
Blasts were also heard in Iraq and Syria in what appeared to be further strikes on Iranian puppet terror groups across the region.
Iran’s Warning and Explosions Reported:
And the world was holding its breath for Iran’s next move yesterday after its fanatical Islamist leaders vowed “our hands are on the trigger”. Iran warned it would hit back with a withering assault “tenfold” the size of Saturday’s huge attack if Israel dared to strike any target on its soil.
Explosions in Various Regions:
At least one explosion was heard in the city of Qahjavaristan, Isfahan near an airport and an army HQ, according to Iranian Media. More blasts were heard in the As-Suwayda Governorate of southern Syria and near the Iraqi capital, Baghdad but there was no confirmation of Israeli origin.
Impact on Air Travel and Nuclear Plants:
Flights to the capital Tehran, Isfahan, and Shiraz were reported to have been suspended but there were no initial reports of damage or casualties. Qahjavaristan is close to Isfahan’s airport and is home to an Iranian army air force base. One of Iran’s fortified underground nuclear plants is near Isfahan but there was no confirmation that it had been targeted as the Israeli operation remained cloaked in secrecy early today.
Unfolding of Recent Events:
Hours before the attack, Israeli sources had indicated that Iran would not attack until after the end of the Jewish Passover religious holiday on April 30. But the briefings appear to have been a ruse early today as several US officials confirmed action was underway.
Confirmation and Response:
Iran’s state broadcaster IRIB later reported that nuclear facilities in Isfahan were “completely safe”. A senior official confirmed to CNN that the target hit by Israeli missiles was not nuclear. The official revealed that Israel had informed the United States on Thursday that it planned to retaliate against Iran in a matter of days.
State of Defense and Reports:
Following reports of the explosions, Iran activated its air defense systems over several regions, according to state media. The extent of damage from the reported strike, as well as the weapons used, was not immediately clear. However, Iran’s FARS news agency reported that three explosions were heard near the military base in Isfahan.
Retaliation and Threats:
The alleged missile strike comes nearly one week after Iran unleashed an attack against Israel made up of over 300 ballistic missiles, cruise missiles, and attack drones on Saturday. Israeli President Isaac Herzog has described the attack from Iran as a “declaration of war.”
Israel’s Response and Future Plans:
Herzog claimed it is “time the world faces this empire of evil in Tehran” amid Western fears of an all-out war in the region. Israel previously warned of an “imminent” retaliatory response to the weekend attack. An IDF official said such an attack would be “coordinated with the Americans.”
As of Monday, the IDF had approved plans for an “offensive” against Iran. David Mencer, a spokesman for the Israeli government, said the country “retains all its options.” Iran’s Supreme National Security Council also vowed to retaliate against Israel if a counter-attack was launched.
Future Developments:
The U.S. Sun previously reported that Israel was intending to hold off on a retaliatory attack against Iran to smash Hamas in Gaza. “The Americans are our main ally and clearly don’t want this to turn into a wider war,” A former Israeli government adviser said. “But Israel knows it’s justified in responding to Iran and sources tell me it is using its restraint as leverage to get the go-ahead to finish the job in Gaza. “The mission since October 7 has always been to destroy Hamas and save the 100 or so hostages. Israel’s revenge on Iran may yet be a dish best served cold.”
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