Israel's air defense systems began intercepting missiles launched from Iran following Tehran's statement that it would strike Israel in response to attacks on Beirut. The military announced that sirens sounded across various parts of the country and alerts were activated in northern Israel as well.
The Iranian Revolutionary Guards announced early Sunday that they were ready to attack Israel. According to Iranian state television, the decision to strike came after Iran's religious leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, approved retaliation against Israeli attacks in Beirut.
A commander from Iran's Khatam al-Anbiya military unit stated that Israel had crossed "all red lines" by attacking Beirut and expanding its operations in southern Lebanon. The commander described the attack as a response to Israel's actions.
The Iranian military statement recalled previous warnings that if attacks in the suburbs of Beirut escalated, targets in the occupied territories would be hit. The statement also emphasized that Israel must halt its attacks in southern Lebanon and around Beirut, or face more devastating strikes.
Initial reports indicate no casualties or damage from the attack. According to the Jerusalem Post, all launched munitions were destroyed mid-air. This attack is recorded as Iran's first strike on Israel since the ceasefire that took effect on April 8.