US and Israel struck Iran

The US reports air and naval strikes on Iranian targets, while Israel has carried out a preemptive strike aimed at eliminating the threat from Iran. Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz declared a state of emergency in the country and strongly advised citizens to remain in protected areas.

Explosions were heard in Tehran, with a column of smoke rising over the city, according to the Iranian Tasnim news agency. Three explosions were felt in central Tehran, and blasts were heard in Isfahan, Qom, Karaj, and Kermanshah, as confirmed by Fars news agency and Iran's state broadcasting company. Iran is preparing a "crushing" retaliatory strike, Reuters reports citing an Iranian official.

The strike against Iran by the US and Israel heightens regional tensions and could lead to further conflict escalation.