TEHRAN – The Israeli military has claimed responsibility for a major overnight airstrike targeting Iranian military installations and a nuclear research center in Tehran. According to the statement, more than 60 fighter jets launched over 120 bombs and missiles during the operation.
The airstrikes reportedly targeted multiple missile production factories in Tehran, which Israel says operate under Iran’s Ministry of Defense. These facilities were allegedly manufacturing missile parts and processing raw materials used in missile engine production.
In a significant move, the Israeli Air Force also struck the headquarters of the SPND nuclear program — a site previously targeted in the ongoing conflict. Israel claims SPND is a central hub for developing advanced weapons and technology, established by Mohsen Fakhrizadeh, the alleged founder of Iran’s nuclear weapons program.
The Israeli military further stated it attacked another location involved in the production of a key component for Iran’s nuclear weapons program. This, according to officials, is part of Israel’s broader strategy to weaken Iran’s military and nuclear capabilities.
In a separate operation, Israel claimed it destroyed three ballistic missile launchers located inside Iran, which were reportedly ready to strike Israeli territory. Drone footage of the operation was also released, showing the precision strikes.
Moreover, the Israeli military reported the killing of a senior Iranian military commander during the missile site attack. The commander was allegedly overseeing the preparation and deployment of the missiles. The situation continues to escalate, with regional tensions at an all-time high.