Iran has issued a stern warning to Israel following recent attacks, threatening "bitter consequences" in response to the aggression. The escalation underscores the heightened tensions between the two nations, with Iran vowing to retaliate against perceived threats to its sovereignty and security. This situation has raised concerns over the potential for further conflict in the region.

Israel Attacks Iran: Iran Warns Israel Of 'Bitter Consequences'

Israeli strikes on Iran on Saturday (Oct 26), hit a ballistic missile factory, housing heavy fuel mixers used to power Khaybar and Qassem missiles, ballistic missiles that were launched at Israel earlier this month, the Saudi Elaph news site reported, citing an informed source.&nbsp;

The source added that it will take two years to repair the factory, which has been completely destroyed by the Israeli airstrikes.&nbsp;

However, the report did not mention the location of the factory.&nbsp;

Moreover, the Iranian military said that only radar systems were damaged in pre-dawn Israeli strikes on Tehran and other provinces.&nbsp;

“Thanks to the timely performance of the country’s air defenses, the attacks caused limited damage and a few radar systems were damaged,” Iran's&nbsp;armed forces general staff said in a statement.&nbsp;

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<h2>Today's airstrikes an 'opening blow'</h2>

National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir commended Israeli airstrikes on Iran, saying that the strikes were merely an "opening blow" that must be followed by further action.&nbsp;

“The attack on Iran is important as an opening blow for striking Iran’s strategic assets and this must be the next step,” he said, adding that “this is my position and I will continue to present it in the relevant forums.”

“We have a historical obligation to remove the Iranian threat to destroy Israel,” Gvir said.

Watch |&nbsp;Israel Attacks Iran: Mission Concluded, Military Targets Hit: IDF

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<h2>Netanyahu denies 'Israel notified Iran ahead of attack'</h2>

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office denied reports that Israel warned Iran through third parties not to respond to the airstrikes&nbsp;and that it gave a general indication of what it would and would not.&nbsp;

The PMO said that the report on the Walla news site is "false and absurd".&nbsp;

“Israel did not notify Iran before the attack — not about the timing, not about the targets, and not about the scale of the attack.”

Israel on Saturday launched a long-awaited retaliatory strike against Iran. The Israeli military said that it was the "precise strikes" by the Israeli Air Force that targeted strategic military sites, specifically drone and ballistic missile manufacturing and launch sites, and air defence batteries.&nbsp;

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Israeli strikes on Iran on Saturday (Oct 26), hit a ballistic missile factory, housing heavy fuel mixers used to power Khaybar and Qassem missiles, ballistic missiles that were launched at Israel earlier this month, the Saudi Elaph news site reported, citing an informed source.

Israeli strikes on Iran on Saturday (Oct 26), hit a ballistic missile factory, housing heavy fuel mixers used to power Khaybar and Qassem missiles, ballistic missiles that were launched at Israel earlier this month, the Saudi Elaph news site reported, citing an informed source. The source added that it will take two years to repair the factory, which has been completely destroyed by the Israeli airstrikes. However, the report did not mention the location of the factory. Moreover, the Iranian military said that only radar systems were damaged in pre-dawn Israeli strikes on Tehran and other provinces. “Thanks to the timely performance of the country’s air defenses, the attacks caused limited damage and a few radar systems were damaged,” Iran's armed forces general staff said in a statement. Also read: ‘Entitled to defend,’ Iran says four soldiers dead, ‘limited damage’ sustained in Israeli strikes Today's airstrikes an 'opening blow' National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir commended Israeli airstrikes on Iran, saying that the strikes were merely an "opening blow" that must be followed by further action. “The attack on Iran is important as an opening blow for striking Iran’s strategic assets and this must be the next step,” he said, adding that “this is my position and I will continue to present it in the relevant forums.” “We have a historical obligation to remove the Iranian threat to destroy Israel,” Gvir said. Watch | Israel Attacks Iran: Mission Concluded, Military Targets Hit: IDF × Netanyahu denies 'Israel notified Iran ahead of attack' Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office denied reports that Israel warned Iran through third parties not to respond to the airstrikes and that it gave a general indication of what it would and would not. The PMO said that the report on the Walla news site is "false and absurd". “Israel did not notify Iran before the attack — not about the timing, not about the targets, and not about the scale of the attack.” Israel on Saturday launched a long-awaited retaliatory strike against Iran. The Israeli military said that it was the "precise strikes" by the Israeli Air Force that targeted strategic military sites, specifically drone and ballistic missile manufacturing and launch sites, and air defence batteries. Disclaimer: WION takes the utmost care to accurately and responsibly report conflicts in West Asia involving Israel, Iran, Syria, Iraq, and non-state actors like the Islamic State, among others. In this context, claims and counterclaims are being made online and offline. WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, social media posts, photos, and videos. (With inputs from agencies)

Iran's ballistic missile factory destroyed in Israeli strikes, will take two years to repair: Report

On 26th Oct morning Israel completed what it calls retaliatory Precision strikes on Iran. After a nearly 4 hour long operation of targeted strikes on Military targets across Iran the Israeli military said it had concluded the mission it saw as a huge success. Watch to know more.

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The Israeli Air Force's (IAF) female fighter pilots took part in the retaliatory attack carried out on the Iranian military in the wee hours of Saturday morning (Oct 26).&nbsp;

A video and photos of the female fighters were shared by the Israel Defence Forces (IDF) as they got down from F-15 and F-16 fighter jets after carrying out airstrikes in Iran.

In the images shared by the IDF, four female navigators, who took part in the operation carried out by Israeli Air Force squadrons, are seen getting out of the aircraft after the airstrikes.&nbsp;

As reported by the Israeli military, dozens of Israeli Air Force aircraft - which included refuellers, spy planes and fighter jets - took part in the strikes which were carried out nearly 1,600 kilometres from Israel.

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The military sites in Iran were targetted by Israel in pre-dawn airstrikes Saturday (Oct 26) which marked the first time the military of Israel openly attacked Iran.

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After the "complex" operation, the aircraft made a safe return to Israel.

<h2>Israel's retaliatory airstrikes on Iran</h2>

After the airstrikes, Iran’s Foreign Ministry said that they have the right to self-defence, and “considers itself entitled and obligated to defend against foreign acts of aggression.”

Israel’s military announced that they targeted the Iranian facilities that have been used for making missiles fired at Israel&nbsp;along with surface-to-air missile sites.

Till sunrise, explosions were heard in Iran’s capital, Tehran. The Islamic Republic stated that the attacks caused “limited damage.”&nbsp;

Watch:&nbsp;Israel-Iran War: Iran Claims Limited Damage By Israeli Strikes

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Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Sunday (Oct 27) said that the air attack by Israel on Iran was "precise and powerful" and it was able to achieve all its goals.

"We promised we would respond to the Iranian attack and on Saturday we struck... The attack in Iran was precise and powerful, achieving all of its objectives," said Netanyahu, in a speech he gave to mark the Hebrew anniversary of the October 7 Hamas attack.

(With inputs from agencies)

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The Israeli Air Force's (IAF) female fighter pilots took part in the retaliatory attack carried out on the Iranian military in the wee hours of Saturday morning (Oct 26).

The Israeli Air Force's (IAF) female fighter pilots took part in the retaliatory attack carried out on the Iranian military in the wee hours of Saturday morning (Oct 26). A video and photos of the female fighters were shared by the Israel Defence Forces (IDF) as they got down from F-15 and F-16 fighter jets after carrying out airstrikes in Iran. In the images shared by the IDF, four female navigators, who took part in the operation carried out by Israeli Air Force squadrons, are seen getting out of the aircraft after the airstrikes. As reported by the Israeli military, dozens of Israeli Air Force aircraft - which included refuellers, spy planes and fighter jets - took part in the strikes which were carried out nearly 1,600 kilometres from Israel. The @IDF released some images of the 🇮🇱 Air Force preparing for last night’s successful strike on the Islamic Republic of Iran 🇮🇷. Notably, several female pilots took part in this historic mission. pic.twitter.com/nypTB40O31 — Israel ישראל (@Israel) October 26, 2024 × The @IDF released some images of the 🇮🇱 Air Force preparing for last night’s successful strike on the Islamic Republic of Iran 🇮🇷. Notably, several female pilots took part in this historic mission. pic.twitter.com/nypTB40O31 — Israel ישראל (@Israel) October 26, 2024 × The military sites in Iran were targetted by Israel in pre-dawn airstrikes Saturday (Oct 26) which marked the first time the military of Israel openly attacked Iran. Also Read: Netanyahu says Israel's attack on Iran 'precise and powerful', Khamenei gives 'retaliation-devoid' reaction After the "complex" operation, the aircraft made a safe return to Israel. Israel's retaliatory airstrikes on Iran After the airstrikes, Iran’s Foreign Ministry said that they have the right to self-defence, and “considers itself entitled and obligated to defend against foreign acts of aggression.” Israel’s military announced that they targeted the Iranian facilities that have been used for making missiles fired at Israel along with surface-to-air missile sites. Till sunrise, explosions were heard in Iran’s capital, Tehran. The Islamic Republic stated that the attacks caused “limited damage.” Watch: Israel-Iran War: Iran Claims Limited Damage By Israeli Strikes Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Sunday (Oct 27) said that the air attack by Israel on Iran was "precise and powerful" and it was able to achieve all its goals. "We promised we would respond to the Iranian attack and on Saturday we struck... The attack in Iran was precise and powerful, achieving all of its objectives," said Netanyahu, in a speech he gave to mark the Hebrew anniversary of the October 7 Hamas attack. (With inputs from agencies) Disclaimer: WION takes the utmost care to accurately and responsibly report conflicts in West Asia involving Israel, Iran, Syria, Iraq, and non-state actors like the Islamic State, among others. In this context, claims and counterclaims are being made online and offline. WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, social media posts, photos, and videos.

Watch: Israel Air Force’s female fighter pilots take part in airstrikes on Iran

Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Sunday (Oct 27) said that the air attack by Israel on Iran was "precise and powerful" and it was able to achieve all its goals.

"We promised we would respond to the Iranian attack and on Saturday we struck... The attack in Iran was precise and powerful, achieving all of its objectives," said Netanyahu, in a speech to mark the Hebrew anniversary of the October 7 Hamas attack.

The strikes were made by Israel in retaliation to the October 1 attack by Iran in which nearly 200 missiles were fired at Israel, although most of them were intercepted by the air defence&nbsp;systems of the country.

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"Iran attacked Israel with hundreds of ballistic missiles and this attack failed. We kept our promise. The air force attacked Iran and hit Iran's defence capabilities and&nbsp;missile production," said Netanyahu.

<h2>Khamenei says Israel's actions should not be 'exaggerated nor downplayed'&nbsp;</h2>

Iran's supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei on Sunday (Oct 27) said that the attacks by Israel on Iran should not be "exaggerated nor downplayed". However, he added that the "miscalculations of the Israeli regime must be disrupted".

“The evil actions of the Israeli regime two nights ago should neither be exaggerated nor downplayed. The miscalculations of the Israeli regime must be disrupted. It is essential to make them understand the strength, will, and initiative of the Iranian nation and its youth," Khamenei said.

He added that Iran has a right to decide how it wants to respond to the aggression of Israel.&nbsp;

Watch:&nbsp;Israel-Iran War: Iran Claims Limited Damage By Israeli Strikes

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"It is up to the authorities to determine how to convey the power and will of the Iranian people to the Israeli regime and to take actions that serve the interests of this nation and country," he said.

Khamenei has recently opened a new account on social media platform X in Hebrew in which he has just one post in Hebrew language, which reads, "In the name of Allah the merciful and compassionate."

Iran had stated that its military sites near the capital and other provinces were targetted by Israel and added that the raids led to "limited damage" but took the lives of four soldiers.

Meanwhile, as reported by the Associated Press, the attack by Israel on Iran caused damage to its facilities at a secretive military base which have been linked to the nuclear weapons programme of Tehran and also hit another base connected to its ballistic missile programme.

(With inputs from agencies)

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Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Sunday (Oct 27) said that the air attack by Israel on Iran was "precise and powerful" and it was able to achieve all its goals.

Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Sunday (Oct 27) said that the air attack by Israel on Iran was "precise and powerful" and it was able to achieve all its goals. "We promised we would respond to the Iranian attack and on Saturday we struck... The attack in Iran was precise and powerful, achieving all of its objectives," said Netanyahu, in a speech to mark the Hebrew anniversary of the October 7 Hamas attack. The strikes were made by Israel in retaliation to the October 1 attack by Iran in which nearly 200 missiles were fired at Israel, although most of them were intercepted by the air defence systems of the country. Also Read: Israel attacks Iran: Researchers say Iran's former nuclear weapons test building, missile facilities were hit "Iran attacked Israel with hundreds of ballistic missiles and this attack failed. We kept our promise. The air force attacked Iran and hit Iran's defence capabilities and missile production," said Netanyahu. Khamenei says Israel's actions should not be 'exaggerated nor downplayed' Iran's supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei on Sunday (Oct 27) said that the attacks by Israel on Iran should not be "exaggerated nor downplayed". However, he added that the "miscalculations of the Israeli regime must be disrupted". “The evil actions of the Israeli regime two nights ago should neither be exaggerated nor downplayed. The miscalculations of the Israeli regime must be disrupted. It is essential to make them understand the strength, will, and initiative of the Iranian nation and its youth," Khamenei said. He added that Iran has a right to decide how it wants to respond to the aggression of Israel. Watch: Israel-Iran War: Iran Claims Limited Damage By Israeli Strikes "It is up to the authorities to determine how to convey the power and will of the Iranian people to the Israeli regime and to take actions that serve the interests of this nation and country," he said. Khamenei has recently opened a new account on social media platform X in Hebrew in which he has just one post in Hebrew language, which reads, "In the name of Allah the merciful and compassionate." Iran had stated that its military sites near the capital and other provinces were targetted by Israel and added that the raids led to "limited damage" but took the lives of four soldiers. Meanwhile, as reported by the Associated Press, the attack by Israel on Iran caused damage to its facilities at a secretive military base which have been linked to the nuclear weapons programme of Tehran and also hit another base connected to its ballistic missile programme. (With inputs from agencies) Disclaimer: WION takes the utmost care to accurately and responsibly report conflicts in West Asia involving Israel, Iran, Syria, Iraq, and non-state actors like the Islamic State, among others. In this context, claims and counterclaims are being made online and offline. WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, social media posts, photos, and videos.

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The Israeli military announced early Saturday (Oct 26) that it was conducting "precise strikes" on military targets in Iran in response to what it called "the continuous attacks from the regime in Iran against Israel." The region of West Asia has been on edge in anticipation of Israeli retaliation for a ballistic missile barrage carried out by Iran on October 1, in which around 200 ballistic missiles were fired at Israel, Iran's second direct attack on Israel in six months. Watch to know more.

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Iran on Saturday (Oct 26) said that it had lost two soldiers to Israeli strikes on its military installations. Israel said that they were conducting “precise strikes on military targets in Iran” in response to months of continuous attacks from Iran. In other news, Indian Foreign Minister S Jaishankar said that it will take time to rebuild trust with China following the border patrolling agreement along the Line of Actual Control (LAC).

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Iran on Saturday (Oct 26) said that it had lost two soldiers to Israeli strikes on its military installations. Israel said that they were conducting “precise strikes on military targets in Iran” in response to months of continuous attacks from Iran.

Iran on Saturday (Oct 26) said that it had lost two soldiers to Israeli strikes on its military installations. Israel said that they were conducting “precise strikes on military targets in Iran” in response to months of continuous attacks from Iran. In other news, Indian Foreign Minister S Jaishankar said that it will take time to rebuild trust with China following the border patrolling agreement along the Line of Actual Control (LAC). Click on the headlines to read more ‘Entitled to defend,’ Iran says two soldiers dead, ‘limited damage’ sustained in Israeli strikes Iran said Saturday (Oct 26) it had lost two soldiers to Israeli strikes on its military installations. In a statement released through state media, the Iranian government said, “The army of the Islamic Republic of Iran lost two of its fighters during the night when they faced projectiles from the criminal Zionist regime in defence of its territory.” ‘Will take time to rebuild trust,’ India’s Jaishankar lauds military for LAC deal with China Indian Foreign Minister S Jaishankar said Saturday (Oct 26) it will take time to rebuild trust with China following the border patrolling agreement along the Line of Actual Control (LAC). While interacting with university students in Pune, a city in the state of Maharashtra, Jaishankar credited India's military forces and diplomatic efforts for the major agreement. The External Affairs Minister (EAM) said that Indian armed forces operated in "very, very unimaginable" conditions to defend their homeland. West Asia crisis | Israel sent a message to Iran ahead of its retaliatory strikes by warning...:Report The Israeli military sent a message to Iran a day before its retaliatory strike on the Islamic Republic on Saturday (Oct 26). Citing sources, a report by Axios said that the Israeli military warned Iranians not to respond. US officials blame Russian actors for ‘fake’ video showing man destroying mail-in ballots US officials Friday (Oct 25) blamed ‘Russian actors’ for a viral video allegedly showing mail-in ballots for Donald Trump being destroyed in Pennsylvania, a key battleground state. ‘Betrayed’ 2,000 readers cancel WaPo subscription after paper refuses to endorse Harris The decision by the Washington Post, an influential newspaper among American elites, to not endorse the Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris has now sparked a massive subscription cancellation spree. The Post announced Friday (Oct 25) it will endorse neither Democrat Kamala Harris nor Republican Donald Trump in the 2024 US presidential election, in a first in 36 years. Trump says he will open up JFK, Martin Luther King Jr assassination files if elected Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump on Saturday (Oct 26) said that he would open up the files on the assassinations of former United States president John F Kennedy and civil rights leader Martin Luther King Jr if he gets elected next month. Trump 'completely committed' to bring Robert F Kennedy Jr to his administration if returns to White House Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump, during his interview with Joe Rogan on Friday (Oct 25), said that he is completely committed to bringing Robert F Kennedy Jr, into his administration if he wins the United States presidential election on November 5 and returns to the White House. US sends back illegal Indian migrants on chartered flight ahead of presidential elections The United States Department of Homeland Security (DHS) deported a large number of Indian nationals, who lacked the appropriate permits and documentation to reside in the country. Gautam Gambhir era witnesses another low in New Zealand series defeat; is the worst yet to come? There were more questions than answers inside the Indian team’s dressing room after they lost the Pune Test match against New Zealand on Saturday (Oct 26). The 113-run defeat in Pune also brought to an end India’s more than decade-long unbeaten run on home soil in a Test series. While Rohit Sharma took the bullet in the post-match press conference, a slight murmur has already started against the tactics of head coach Gautam Gambhir. But the big question is will it get any worse for India as the latest defeat was their second under Gambhir ahead of a big Australian tour to come. Which Hollywood stars attended Diddy’s freak off parties? Videos with time stamps found Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs’s freak-offs often took place as after parties, once his formal star-studded parties were over according to The New York Post.

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At least 10 Iranian policemen were killed Saturday (Oct 26) after their convoy came under heavy attack by “miscreants,” local media reported. The attack came hours after the Shi’ite nation witnessed Israeli strikes targeting key military installations. &nbsp;

State-run IRNA news agency said the attack took place in the country’s restive southern province&nbsp;of Sistan and Baluchestan. The convoy was targeted in the Gohar Kuh area, some 1,200 kilometres (745 miles) southeast of Iranian capital Tehran.

IRNA reported that Eskandar Momeni, the country’s interior minister, has ordered a probe into the incident.

No group has claimed responsibility for the attack so far.

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The country’s Baluch region has faced a low-level insurgency by Baluch nationalists for the last two decades.

The Sistan and Baluchistan province houses a large number of people with Baluch ethnicity, a community that is split between Iran and Pakistan. Baluch people practise Sunni Islam, in contrast to Iran's Shia roots. The province often witnesses clashes between Iranian security forces and the Baluch militants.&nbsp;

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In fact, in October, Pakistan-based Jaish al-Adl, which translates to the 'army of justice' in Arabic, claimed two attacks in the province. At least six people were killed in those attacks.

Jaish al-Adl has been considered a terror organisation by both Iran and the United States since 2012.&nbsp;

The Baluch insurgency even became the reason for a brief standoff between Tehran and Islamabad in January this year, when Iran launched strikes inside Pakistan to target the Jaish al-Adl headquarters.

(With inputs from agencies)

At least 10 Iranian policemen were killed Saturday (Oct 26) after their convoy came under heavy attack by “miscreants,” local media reported. The attack came hours after the Shi’ite nation witnessed Israeli strikes targeting key military installations.

At least 10 Iranian policemen were killed Saturday (Oct 26) after their convoy came under heavy attack by “miscreants,” local media reported. The attack came hours after the Shi’ite nation witnessed Israeli strikes targeting key military installations. State-run IRNA news agency said the attack took place in the country’s restive southern province of Sistan and Baluchestan. The convoy was targeted in the Gohar Kuh area, some 1,200 kilometres (745 miles) southeast of Iranian capital Tehran. IRNA reported that Eskandar Momeni, the country’s interior minister, has ordered a probe into the incident. No group has claimed responsibility for the attack so far. Also read: ‘Entitled to defend,’ Iran says two soldiers dead, ‘limited damage’ sustained in Israeli strikes The country’s Baluch region has faced a low-level insurgency by Baluch nationalists for the last two decades. The Sistan and Baluchistan province houses a large number of people with Baluch ethnicity, a community that is split between Iran and Pakistan. Baluch people practise Sunni Islam, in contrast to Iran's Shia roots. The province often witnesses clashes between Iranian security forces and the Baluch militants. Also read: Israel dismantles Iran ‘spy network’ in country, arrests seven citizens In fact, in October, Pakistan-based Jaish al-Adl, which translates to the 'army of justice' in Arabic, claimed two attacks in the province. At least six people were killed in those attacks. Jaish al-Adl has been considered a terror organisation by both Iran and the United States since 2012. The Baluch insurgency even became the reason for a brief standoff between Tehran and Islamabad in January this year, when Iran launched strikes inside Pakistan to target the Jaish al-Adl headquarters. (With inputs from agencies)

Iran opens probe after ‘miscreants’ kill 10 policemen in restive southeast province

Iran said Saturday (Oct 26) it had lost four soldiers to Israeli strikes on its military installations. In a statement released through state media, the Iranian government said, “The army of the Islamic Republic of Iran lost&nbsp;its fighters during the night when they faced projectiles from the criminal Zionist regime in defence of its territory.”

Initially, the Iranian government said two of its soldiers had died, but it updated the toll later.

The Israeli military Saturday morning said it was conducting “precise strikes on military targets in Iran” in response to what it said were "months of continuous attacks from the regime in Iran". The strikes targeted military sites in Ilam, Khuzestan and Tehran provinces.

The Associated Press reported that it was the first time the Israeli military has openly attacked Iran.

<h2>Response from Iran</h2>

Iran said its defence system eliminated most of the projectiles fired by Israel but acknowledged "limited damage", adding that it was “entitled and obligated" to defend itself.

Iran's foreign ministry said in a statement that Tehran also "recognises its responsibilities towards regional peace and security".

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"Iran has the right and the duty to defend itself against foreign acts of aggression," the foreign ministry said, citing Article 51 of the United Nations Charter, news agency AFP reported.

<h2>Global reactions</h2>

Reacting to the strikes by Israel, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer warned Iran against launching a counter-attack.

“On the question of the strikes, I think we need to be really clear that Israel does have the right to defend itself, but we are urging, and have been urging all sides to show restraint, and that is why I am very clear today, Iran should not be responding to this," Starmer said.

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Palestinian Islamist movement Hamas condemned Israel in a statement.

"We... condemn in the strongest terms the Zionist aggression against the Islamic Republic of Iran, and the targeting of military sites in several provinces", the movement said in a statement, calling the move "a blatant violation of Iranian sovereignty and an escalation that threatens the security&nbsp;of&nbsp;the&nbsp;region".

Pakistan too joined the anti-Israel bandwagon, saying the Jewish nation “bears full responsibility for the current cycle of escalation and expansion of the conflict."

"The international community must also play its role for restoring regional peace and security," Islamabad urged.

India on Saturday urged all parties in conflict-ridden West Asia to ‘exercise restraint’.

“We are deeply concerned by the evolving escalation in West Asia and its ramifications for peace and stability in the region and beyond. We reiterate our call to all concerned to exercise restraint and return to the path of dialogue and diplomacy,” the Indian foreign ministry statement said.

(With inputs from agencies)

Disclaimer: WION takes the utmost care to accurately and responsibly report conflicts in West Asia involving Israel, Iran, Syria, Iraq, and non-state actors like the Islamic State, among others. In this context, claims and counterclaims are being made online and offline. WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, social media posts, photos, and videos.

Iran said Saturday (Oct 26) it had lost four soldiers to Israeli strikes on its military installations. In a statement released through state media, the Iranian government said, “The army of the Islamic Republic of Iran lost its fighters during the night when they faced projectiles from the criminal Zionist regime in defence of its territory.

Iran said Saturday (Oct 26) it had lost four soldiers to Israeli strikes on its military installations. In a statement released through state media, the Iranian government said, “The army of the Islamic Republic of Iran lost its fighters during the night when they faced projectiles from the criminal Zionist regime in defence of its territory.” Initially, the Iranian government said two of its soldiers had died, but it updated the toll later. The Israeli military Saturday morning said it was conducting “precise strikes on military targets in Iran” in response to what it said were "months of continuous attacks from the regime in Iran". The strikes targeted military sites in Ilam, Khuzestan and Tehran provinces. The Associated Press reported that it was the first time the Israeli military has openly attacked Iran. Response from Iran Iran said its defence system eliminated most of the projectiles fired by Israel but acknowledged "limited damage", adding that it was “entitled and obligated" to defend itself. Iran's foreign ministry said in a statement that Tehran also "recognises its responsibilities towards regional peace and security". Also read: West Asia crisis: Iran orders troops to be ready for war with Israel 'but also avoid it if...,' says report "Iran has the right and the duty to defend itself against foreign acts of aggression," the foreign ministry said, citing Article 51 of the United Nations Charter, news agency AFP reported. Global reactions Reacting to the strikes by Israel, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer warned Iran against launching a counter-attack. “On the question of the strikes, I think we need to be really clear that Israel does have the right to defend itself, but we are urging, and have been urging all sides to show restraint, and that is why I am very clear today, Iran should not be responding to this," Starmer said. Also read: West Asia crisis | Israel sent a message to Iran ahead of its retaliatory strikes by warning...:Report Palestinian Islamist movement Hamas condemned Israel in a statement. "We... condemn in the strongest terms the Zionist aggression against the Islamic Republic of Iran, and the targeting of military sites in several provinces", the movement said in a statement, calling the move "a blatant violation of Iranian sovereignty and an escalation that threatens the security of the region". Pakistan too joined the anti-Israel bandwagon, saying the Jewish nation “bears full responsibility for the current cycle of escalation and expansion of the conflict." "The international community must also play its role for restoring regional peace and security," Islamabad urged. India on Saturday urged all parties in conflict-ridden West Asia to ‘exercise restraint’. “We are deeply concerned by the evolving escalation in West Asia and its ramifications for peace and stability in the region and beyond. We reiterate our call to all concerned to exercise restraint and return to the path of dialogue and diplomacy,” the Indian foreign ministry statement said. (With inputs from agencies) Disclaimer: WION takes the utmost care to accurately and responsibly report conflicts in West Asia involving Israel, Iran, Syria, Iraq, and non-state actors like the Islamic State, among others. In this context, claims and counterclaims are being made online and offline. WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, social media posts, photos, and videos.

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The Israeli army on Saturday said Hezbollah had fired around 80 projectiles targeting the country, just hours after Israel launched air strikes targeting military facilities in Iran.&nbsp;

"As of 15:00 (12:00 GMT), approximately 80 projectiles that were fired by the Hezbollah terrorist organisation have crossed from Lebanon into Israel today," the army said in a statement.

Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION&nbsp;audience.&nbsp;

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The Israeli army on Saturday said Hezbollah had fired around 80 projectiles targeting the country, just hours after Israel launched air strikes targeting military facilities in Iran.

The Israeli army on Saturday said Hezbollah had fired around 80 projectiles targeting the country, just hours after Israel launched air strikes targeting military facilities in Iran. "As of 15:00 (12:00 GMT), approximately 80 projectiles that were fired by the Hezbollah terrorist organisation have crossed from Lebanon into Israel today," the army said in a statement. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience. More to follow...

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Israeli Defence Minister Yoav Gallant said Israeli aircrews that after striking Iran, the world will understand Israel's might and its enemies will learn a lesson.&nbsp;

"After we attack in Iran, they will understand in Israel and elsewhere what your preparations have included," Gallant said while addressing the crew at Hatzerim Airbase on Wednesday (Oct 23)

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Posting a video of the session on his X account, Gallant wrote, "In my conversation with them I emphasized - after we attack Iran, everyone will understand your might, the process of preparation and training - any enemy that tries to harm the State of Israel will pay a heavy price."

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"We have a very high confidence in your abilities, personally in each of you, as a group and as a squadron, and of course, full confidence in the Israeli army," Gallant said praising the crew.

"And whoever had dreams in Gaza of defeating us and beating us a year ago, today he is not in that dream after there is no more Sinwar and a long line at the top and everything that was done there by the Israeli army," the defence chief can be heard saying in the video.&nbsp;

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Israel has been planning a response to a ballistic-missile barrage carried out by Iran on October 1, Tehran's second direct attack on Israel in six months.

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The West Asia has been on edge in anticipation of the Israeli retaliation for Iran's attack in which around 200 ballistic missiles were fired at Israel.

In the past few weeks Israel has intensified its offensive against Palestinian militants Hamas in Gaza and its Iran-backed ally Hezbollah in Lebanon.&nbsp;

Hamas confirmed that IDF killed its chief Yahya Sinwar on October 18 in a strike on Rafah.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

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Israeli Defence Minister Yoav Gallant said Israeli aircrews that after striking Iran, the world will understand Israel's might and its enemies will learn a lesson.

Israeli Defence Minister Yoav Gallant said Israeli aircrews that after striking Iran, the world will understand Israel's might and its enemies will learn a lesson. "After we attack in Iran, they will understand in Israel and elsewhere what your preparations have included," Gallant said while addressing the crew at Hatzerim Airbase on Wednesday (Oct 23) Also read | Justin Trudeau's leadership in jeopardy as his own party's MPs ask him to 'resign by October 28' Posting a video of the session on his X account, Gallant wrote, "In my conversation with them I emphasized - after we attack Iran, everyone will understand your might, the process of preparation and training - any enemy that tries to harm the State of Israel will pay a heavy price." בבסיס חצרים, יחד עם צוותי האויר והקרקע הממשיכים לפעול בעוצמה ובמקצועיות ״במלחמת שבע החזיתות״. בשיחתי איתם הדגשתי - אחרי שנתקוף באיראן, כולם יבינו את העוצמה שלכם, את תהליך ההכנה והאימון - כל אויב שינסה לפגוע במדינת ישראל ישלם מחיר כבד. pic.twitter.com/XeLsotYvUl — יואב גלנט - Yoav Gallant (@yoavgallant) October 23, 2024 × "We have a very high confidence in your abilities, personally in each of you, as a group and as a squadron, and of course, full confidence in the Israeli army," Gallant said praising the crew. "And whoever had dreams in Gaza of defeating us and beating us a year ago, today he is not in that dream after there is no more Sinwar and a long line at the top and everything that was done there by the Israeli army," the defence chief can be heard saying in the video. Israel seeks retaliation Israel has been planning a response to a ballistic-missile barrage carried out by Iran on October 1, Tehran's second direct attack on Israel in six months. Also read | US confirms North Korea has troops in Russia, says they 'legitimate' targets if fight in Ukraine The West Asia has been on edge in anticipation of the Israeli retaliation for Iran's attack in which around 200 ballistic missiles were fired at Israel. In the past few weeks Israel has intensified its offensive against Palestinian militants Hamas in Gaza and its Iran-backed ally Hezbollah in Lebanon. Hamas confirmed that IDF killed its chief Yahya Sinwar on October 18 in a strike on Rafah. (With inputs from agencies)

Strike on Iran will show Israel's power to world: Israel Defence Minister Yoav Gallant

An Iranian hacking group is currently targeting US election websites and media outlets as Election Day approaches, according to a blog post from Microsoft on Wednesday (Oct&nbsp;23). The research shows that this may be part of a plan for "preparations for more direct influence operations."

While the research of election-related websites occurred back in April, Microsoft analysts have only recently uncovered the activity. Additionally, the hackers reportedly conducted surveillance on major US media outlets in May, as per the tech giant.

Microsoft researchers noted, "Cotton Sandstorm will increase its activity as the election nears given the group's operational tempo and history of election interference." This is concerning given the group's previous attempts to meddle in elections.

A representative for Iran’s mission to the United Nations dismissed the accusations, saying, "Such allegations are fundamentally unfounded and wholly inadmissible." They added, "Iran neither has any motive nor intent to interfere in the US election."

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This incident is the latest indication of attempts by hacking groups from Iran, Russia, and China to either sway or monitor the US election as the presidential campaign reaches its final stages.

Back in 2020, Cotton Sandstorm carried out another cyber operation just before the presidential election. Posing as members of the far-right group "Proud Boys," the hackers sent numerous emails to Florida voters, warning them to "vote for Trump or else!"

The group also posted a video on social media, allegedly from hacktivists, showing an election system being probed. Although the operation did not directly affect voting systems, the primary aim was to create confusion, panic, and doubt, according to senior US officials at the time.

After the 2020 election, Cotton Sandstorm launched a separate operation that encouraged violence against US election officials who rejected allegations of widespread voter fraud, Microsoft said.

(With inputs from agencies)

An Iranian hacking group is currently targeting US election websites and media outlets as Election Day approaches, according to a blog post from Microsoft on Wednesday (Oct 23).

An Iranian hacking group is currently targeting US election websites and media outlets as Election Day approaches, according to a blog post from Microsoft on Wednesday (Oct 23). The research shows that this may be part of a plan for "preparations for more direct influence operations." While the research of election-related websites occurred back in April, Microsoft analysts have only recently uncovered the activity. Additionally, the hackers reportedly conducted surveillance on major US media outlets in May, as per the tech giant. Microsoft researchers noted, "Cotton Sandstorm will increase its activity as the election nears given the group's operational tempo and history of election interference." This is concerning given the group's previous attempts to meddle in elections. A representative for Iran’s mission to the United Nations dismissed the accusations, saying, "Such allegations are fundamentally unfounded and wholly inadmissible." They added, "Iran neither has any motive nor intent to interfere in the US election." Also read: Justin Trudeau asked to 'resign by October 28' by his own party MPs This incident is the latest indication of attempts by hacking groups from Iran, Russia, and China to either sway or monitor the US election as the presidential campaign reaches its final stages. Back in 2020, Cotton Sandstorm carried out another cyber operation just before the presidential election. Posing as members of the far-right group "Proud Boys," the hackers sent numerous emails to Florida voters, warning them to "vote for Trump or else!" The group also posted a video on social media, allegedly from hacktivists, showing an election system being probed. Although the operation did not directly affect voting systems, the primary aim was to create confusion, panic, and doubt, according to senior US officials at the time. After the 2020 election, Cotton Sandstorm launched a separate operation that encouraged violence against US election officials who rejected allegations of widespread voter fraud, Microsoft said. (With inputs from agencies)

Microsoft warns Iranian hackers ramping up attacks on US websites in lead-up to election day

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