Israel launches coordinated military strikes on Iran and Lebanon The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) has launched simultaneous military strikes on targets in Iran and Lebanon, marking a significant escalation in regional tensions. Israeli officials said the coordinated operation targeted strategic military sites and facilities believed to pose security threats. Explosions were reported in parts of Tehran and other Iranian cities, while airstrikes were also carried out against positions in southern Lebanon reportedly linked to armed groups. Israel’s defence authorities described the action as pre-emptive and aimed at neutralising imminent threats. A state...