Israel strikes Iran in high-stakes retaliation

REPORT, NIGERIA NEWS 247 – The Iranian army has confirmed that two of its soldiers lost their lives during Israeli airstrikes that occurred on Saturday morning.

In a statement released through state media, the army noted that the soldiers were killed while “confronting the projectiles of the criminal Zionist entity,” a term used to refer to Israel. However, the statement did not specify the exact location of the fatalities.

The Israeli strikes were part of a retaliatory operation aimed at Iranian air defense systems and missile production facilities located in the provinces of Tehran, Khuzestan, and Ilam. As of now, the full extent of the damage inflicted by these airstrikes remains unclear.

In its announcement, the Iranian military emphasized its commitment to safeguarding the security of Iranian territory and protecting its citizens and national interests.

The statement highlighted the sacrifices made by the two personnel in the face of aggression, asserting that they fought valiantly against the threats posed by Israeli forces.