The Israeli army spokesperson announced: We are striking Iran.

The long-awaited Israeli retaliation against Iran has begun in the Middle East. The Fars News Agency reported 19 explosions in Iran's capital, Tehran, and Karaj. Israeli media also announced that their country has started striking Iran.

IRANIAN STATE TELEVISION CONFIRMED THE EXPLOSION REPORTS

In a report by Iran's semi-official Fars News Agency, it was stated, "Explosion sounds were heard in Tehran a few minutes ago." Iranian state television also confirmed the explosion reports in the capital, Tehran. No detailed information has been shared regarding the incident yet. Israeli media confirmed the news that Iran has been struck.

FIRST STATEMENT FROM ISRAEL

Israel confirmed that they carried out the attack, stating, "The state of Israel is conducting pinpoint strikes on military areas."

ISRAELI MEDIA ANNOUNCED THAT THE IRAN PLAN HAS BEEN APPROVED

In a news broadcast yesterday, Israeli state television reported that Gallant and Halevi announced the approval of plans to attack Iran. It was stated that the Israeli government's decision and approval regarding the date of the attack were awaited.

ISRAEL'S RETALIATION WAS EXPECTED SINCE OCTOBER 1

Iran had launched a missile attack on Israel on October 1. The Tel Aviv administration had announced that a response would be given to this attack by Iran. It was claimed that the U.S. had requested Tel Aviv to "soften" its attack on Iran.