<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

<p>British Prime Minister Keir Starmer expressed concern over reports of strikes between Israel and Iran, calling on all parties to de-escalate tensions immediately. “I urge restraint and a return to diplomacy,” he stated.</p>

IDF releases footage of aircraft, pilots, as they take off to strike key Iranian targets in Operation Rising Lion.

Iran has confirmed the deaths of six nuclear scientists in the strikes

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>