Israel Launches Massive Air Strike on Tehran; 60 IDF Jets Hit Over 20 Military and Nuclear Sites

Tensions in the Middle East surged further after Israel carried out a large-scale air strike on Iran’s capital, Tehran, in retaliation to Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei’s strong statement that Iran would “never surrender to the US” and that “Israel would pay the price” for its actions.According to reports, over 60 Israeli Air Force (IDF) fighter jets participated in the coordinated air operation, striking more than 20 high-value military and missile-related targets. The attack specifically focused on Iran’s nuclear and missile infrastructure, which Israel considers a major threat.This escalation follows Khamenei's defiant message on Wednesday, and is seen as Israel's aggressive response to Iran’s growing military posture. Explosions rocked several parts of Tehran, and visuals from the ground show widespread devastation. This is one of the most significant and targeted airstrikes carried out by Israel in recent times, with serious implications for regional security.Analysts now fear a larger regional conflict as both nations refuse to de-escalate, and the possibility of further U.S. involvement looms.