Israel's Ambassador on Iran Airstrikes, the Response, What's Next

Geopolitical Situation & Military Action - Israel launched attacks on Iran, aiming to eliminate Iran's nuclear capabilities and stop ballistic missile production [2] - The operation involved over 200 aircraft and targeted senior military officials [5] - Israel anticipates intense attacks from Iran in the coming days and is preparing its population [12] - Israel acted independently in the attack, similar to past actions in Iraq and Syria [9] - The operation is expected to last days or weeks [16] Iranian Threat & Capabilities - Iran is allegedly close to developing a nuclear bomb and wants its ballistic missile technology to rival the US and Russia [3] - Iran intended to launch a preemptive attack against Israel using thousands of ballistic missiles [4] - IAEA reported Iran has enough uranium to create multiple bombs [8] - Iran is threatening US allies in the Gulf [14] International Response & Diplomacy - The US distanced itself from the attack, and it's unclear if they assisted in Israel's defense [13] - International community, including Saudi Arabia, NATO, and the UN, called for de-escalation and restraint [18] - Israel believes diplomacy has failed to change Iran's course [18] - Iran is allegedly developing military nuclear capabilities in secret [20]