Israel’s Attack on Iran’s Nuclear Program Triggers Worldwide Response
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced the launch of Operation Rising Lion, declaring that it would continue “for as many days as it takes” to eliminate what Israel considers an “existential threat” from Iran’s nuclear capabilities. Israeli defense officials claimed Iran was just days away from producing multiple nuclear weapons and emphasized that the strikes were precise and targeted Iran’s leadership, nuclear facilities, and missile infrastructure.
Iran:
Iranian state media confirmed that several high-value targets, including the IRGC headquarters in Tehran, had been hit. Civilian areas were also struck, resulting in numerous casualties, including women and children. Senior Iranian figures martyred in the attacks include IRGC Commander Hossein Salami, General Gholam Ali Rashid, and nuclear scientists Dr. Tehranchi and Fereydoun Abbasi. Iran has yet to announce its official military response but has vowed retaliation.
United States:
The U.S. government, though briefed in advance, denied direct involvement in the strikes. Secretary of State Marco Rubio warned Iran against retaliating by targeting U.S. personnel or interests in the region. He urged all sides to avoid actions that could lead to full-scale war, especially with nuclear talks imminent.
Iraq:
In immediate response to the airstrikes, Iraq closed its airspace to prevent further regional escalation and potential spillover into its territory.
International Community:
Governments across Europe, the UN, and other global institutions have expressed grave concern and called for restraint. The upcoming sixth round of nuclear negotiations between Iran and the U.S. in Oman is now in jeopardy.
World Leaders React to Escalating Israel-Iran Conflict
Global Markets:
Oil prices spiked sharply following the attacks, as markets reacted to fears of a broader regional war and disruption of Gulf oil supplies.
