This story was originally published by the WND News Center.
The rogue Islamists in Iran have responded to Israel's overnight attack on, and destruction of, military sites and nuclear weapons factories by unleashing a barrage of missiles on civilian centers in Israel.
Reports confirm that after an ineffective wave of drones was destroyed by Israel's defenses, Iran followed up with an attack, aimed at Tel Aviv and other population centers, of more than 100 ballistic missiles.
The Washington Examiner noted the "expected retaliation" was promoted by Iranian footage online.
The Examiner report said, "The IDF said it identified missiles 'launched from Iran towards the territory of the State of Israel. The defense systems are working to intercept the threat.' It warned residents to "enter the protected areas and remain there until further notice.'"
There were injuries already being reported.
Iran's Ali Khamenei had threatened Israel, with, "Life will be dark for them. They should not think they have attacked and it's over. They started it, they started a war. We will not allow them to escape this big crime unharmed. Iran's armed forces will definitely be striking hard."
A senior official told an Israeli outlet, "Iranian missiles will get here, and it won't take them long. The results will not be minor. That's precisely why we need to use every moment to attack and not hold back. We won't take our foot off the gas. We are preparing for a lengthy conflict. This is one of the most significant historic events since the establishment of the state."
