Israeli military says it struck targets in western and central Iran

Jun 7, 2026

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Israeli security and rescue personnel work next to a part of a projectile following a missile attack from Iran towards Israel in northern Israel, June 8, 2026. REUTERS/Shir Torem — Shir Torem

June 8 (Reuters) - Israel conducted strikes early on Monday against military targets in western and central Iran, hours after Iran fired a salvo of missiles at Israeli targets in retaliation for an attack on Beirut's southern suburbs.

(Reporting by Yomna Ehab; Editing by Christopher Cushing)

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Israeli military says it struck targets in western and central Iran

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