Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, vowed retaliation for Israeli attacks in a recorded message to the nation, delivered as Iranian missiles were reportedly heading toward Israel.
Supreme Leader of Iran, Khamenei to Israel: “You started a war – from today, the world will…”

Khamenei declared that the Iranian military was fully prepared to strike back:
“Do not think they hit us and it’s over. No. They started this and they started a war. We will not let them get away safely with this major crime,” he said.
On Friday, Israel launched a wave of intense attacks targeting the heart of Iran’s nuclear and military infrastructure. Using fighter jets and drones, Israeli forces struck key facilities, aiming to eliminate top Iranian generals and scientists.
Tehran responded swiftly. Iran immediately deployed drones toward Israel, marking a significant escalation in regional tensions. Ayatollah Khamenei warned of a “harsh punishment” for Israel, further heightening the risk of a broader conflict.