Iran Fires Ballistic Missiles at Israel as Khamenei Declares 'The Battle Begins'🔥⚔️
Midnight Missile Barrages Shake Israel🚀
Early Wednesday, Iran launched two waves of ballistic missile attacks targeting Israel, following a declaration by Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei that “the battle begins” and an order to show “no mercy” toward Israelis.
Timeline of the Attacks⏰
The first barrage, consisting of about 15 missiles, triggered air raid sirens across wide areas of Israel shortly after 12:40 a.m. Roughly 40 minutes later, a second wave of around 10 rockets set off alerts in central Israeli towns and multiple West Bank settlements.
Israeli Civilians Take Shelter🏠
Before each attack, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) warned residents to seek shelter. After the barrages ended, the IDF confirmed it was safe to leave. Although no casualties were reported, a fire broke out in a central Israeli parking lot, damaging numerous cars. It remains unclear if the fire was caused by a direct missile impact or falling debris from interceptions.
IRGC Claims Hypersonic Missile Use💥
The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) claimed responsibility, calling the attacks the “11th wave of the proud Operation Honest Promise 3” and boasting about deploying Fattah-1 hypersonic missiles. They also claimed to have “complete control over the skies of the occupied territories.”
Drones Intercepted, Alerts Continue🛩️
Overnight, sirens sounded near the Dead Sea due to a suspected drone infiltration, and again before 6 a.m. in several northern communities. The IDF reported downing a drone “from the east,” a phrase it has used for threats from Iran-backed militias in Iraq and Yemen.
Iran’s Capabilities Degraded📉
The missile strikes came after several smaller attacks on Tuesday. The IDF said Iran’s attacks seemed to be decreasing in scale due to Israeli strikes damaging their missile and drone capabilities.
Khamenei: ‘No Mercy for Zionists’📢
After the second missile barrage, Khamenei wrote on X in English, Hebrew, and Farsi, reiterating calls to show “no mercy” and posting an image of a sword-wielding figure approaching a fortress under fiery skies. He referenced the historical Muslim conquest of Khaybar.
Israel Responds: Strikes in Tehran⚡
In retaliation, the IDF issued an evacuation warning to residents in Tehran’s District 18, warning of strikes on military infrastructure. Soon after, the Israeli Air Force launched fresh airstrikes in Tehran. Iranian media reported hits on a university linked to the IRGC, explosions at the Khojir missile production facility, and in Karaj, where Israel has previously targeted a centrifuge factory.
Operation’s Goal: Neutralize ‘Existential Threat’🔍
Now in its sixth day, Israel’s operation aims to dismantle Iran’s nuclear and ballistic missile programs, which it calls an “existential threat.” Targets include Iran’s military leaders, nuclear scientists, uranium enrichment sites, and missile infrastructure, to prevent Iran from advancing its nuclear ambitions.
Ongoing Casualties on Both Sides⚰️
Iran has fired over 370 missiles and hundreds of drones at Israel so far, killing 24 people and injuring over 500. Israeli strikes have killed at least 224 people in Iran, according to Iranian officials.
The Conflict Continues🌍
The situation remains tense as both sides continue their attacks and counterstrikes, fueling fears of a wider regional escalation.
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