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Israel Strikes Iran’s Nuclear Sites and Top Commanders

International powers press for de-escalation despite Iran’s threats of retaliation

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Overview

  • Israel carried out coordinated air raids and covert sabotage on Iranian nuclear and military sites at Natanz, Isfahan and Tehran.
  • The operation killed IRGC commander Hossein Salami, Armed Forces chief Mohammad Bagheri and at least six nuclear scientists.
  • Iran launched about 100 drones in retaliation, all of which were intercepted by Israeli air defenses.
  • The United States, European Union and Russia have called for restraint, with Washington saying it was informed but not involved in the raids.
  • Oil prices jumped over 5% and global stock markets fell as investors weighed the risk of a wider regional conflict.