WATCH: Iran missile strike hits IDF headquarters in Tel Aviv
Missiles launched from Iran are intercepted, as seen from the city of Ashkelon, Israel, June 13. REUTERS/Amir Cohen
Iran launched a salvo of missile strikes on Israeli military sites in Tel Aviv, including the IDF headquarters, in retaliation for Israeli airstrikes on Iran's nuclear facilities and military leaders.
The barrage of missiles breached Israel's Iron Dome defence system, causing explosions and damage in central Tel Aviv.
At least one person was killed, and over 60 others were injured, including several critically. Rescue operations are ongoing, with emergency services working to assist those affected.
The Israeli Defence Forces (IDF) had previously warned that their attacks on Tehran could last up to two weeks, targeting key Iranian military and nuclear sites.
In response, Iran vowed "painful revenge," with Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei warning of "severe punishment" for Israel.
In the enemy’s attacks, several commanders and scientists have been martyred. God willing, their successors and colleagues will carry on with their duties without delay.
The United States has distanced itself from the Israeli strikes, urging Iran not to retaliate against US bases in the region. However, Iran has warned that any country assisting Israel will face consequences.
Iran launched retaliatory ballistic missile strikes on Israel, killing at least three and injuring 91, Anadolu Agency reported late Friday.
The missile barrage was in response to an unprecedented Israeli attack earlier the same day targeting Iranian nuclear and military facilities.
The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) confirmed launching missiles at multiple locations including Tel Aviv and Jerusalem, as retaliation for the killing of senior Iranian generals and nuclear scientists.
Israeli strikes, which began before dawn on Friday, hit sites in Tehran, Natanz, Isfahan, and Shiraz, killing at least 78—including top military commanders and key nuclear experts—and injuring over 320.