Israel Launches Retaliatory Airstrikes on Iranian Ballistic Missile Facilities
The Israeli Air Force launched significant retaliatory airstrikes targeting military infrastructure in western and central Iran, including air-defense systems and ballistic missile facilities. Explosions were reported in Tehran, Tabriz, and Isfahan as the Israel Defense Forces sought to degrade Iranian offensive capabilities following recent missile attacks. These strikes mark a major intensification of hostilities, signaling the functional end of the April ceasefire. Prime Minister Netanyahu stated the operation was necessary to ensure national security against ongoing Iranian aggression.