Iran's Supreme Leader Reacts to Tehran Airstrike
In a stern response to airstrikes on Tehran, Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, warned that Israel would face a "bitter and painful fate." The attack, which reportedly targeted key military and nuclear sites as well as residential areas, resulted in the deaths of prominent military officials and scientists.
Khamenei Condemns Attack as a Crime
Describing the strike as a "wicked and blood-stained crime," Khamenei vehemently condemned Israel's actions, saying they exposed the "malicious nature" of the Israeli regime. He emphasized that striking civilian residential centers revealed a blatant disregard for innocent lives.
Promise of Severe Retaliation
The Supreme Leader made it clear that Iran is prepared to respond decisively: "With this crime, the Zionist regime has set itself up for a bitter and painful fate, and it will receive it," Khamenei said in an official statement carried by the country’s state news agency.
Impact of the Airstrikes
- Several top military commanders and nuclear scientists were killed in the bombings.
- Targets included critical military installations and nuclear facilities.
- Residential neighborhoods were also struck, escalating tensions further.
Rising Tensions in the Region
This attack and subsequent threats from Iran’s leadership underscore the escalating conflict in the region, raising concerns over a potential wider confrontation. The intensity and scale of retaliation remain uncertain, but the rhetoric suggests heightened volatility ahead.
This story is developing and more information may emerge.
