<p>Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said in a recorded statement from an underground compound where he is currently located, “We are coming off a very successful opening strike, and with God’s help - we are going to achieve many significant accomplishments.”</p><p>He added, “It may be necessary to remain in protected areas for an extended period.”</p>

<p>Saudi Arabia condemned Israel's attack in Iran and stated that it 'violates sovereignty, security, and international law.'</p>

IDF spokesperson: Iran has launched over 100 aircraft, Israel is working to intercept them

Since the start of the attack in Iran there has been a 500% increase in requests for mental support

<p>Iran's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, responded to the Israeli strikes on Iran and threatened, "The Zionist regime must expect severe punishment."</p><p>"The strong hand of the armed forces of the Islamic Republic will not relent. In the enemy’s attacks, several commanders and scientists were killed. Their successors and colleagues will immediately continue carrying out their missions, God willing," he stated.</p><p>"Through this crime, the Zionist regime has sentenced itself to a bitter and cruel fate — and it will undoubtedly receive it," added Khamenei.</p>

Iranian media confirms: Iran's chief of staff, Mohammad Bagheri, eliminated

The IDF reveals new intelligence showing Iran is nearing nuclear weapon capability, with secret efforts to develop all weapon components accelerating in recent months.

<p>US President Donald Trump spoke to <i>Fox News' </i>Bret Baier and commented for the first time on Israel's operation in Iran.</p><p>The President said he knew of the Israeli strikes beforehand but stressed the US was not involved militarily. He added, "Iran cannot have a nuclear bomb and we are hoping to get back to the negotiating table. We will see. There are several people in leadership that will not be coming back."</p>