Israel’s ‘preemptive’ strike in Iran: Live updates

The attack comes days before the sixth round of nuclear negotiations between Tehran and Washington

Israel announced a “preemptive” strike in Iran on Friday and declared a state of emergency in anticipation of possible retaliation.

Multiple loud explosions were reported in Tehran, along with missile interceptions.

News organizations reported last month that Israel had discussed potential strikes on Iranian nuclear sites with the United States.

The attack comes after five rounds of U.S.-Iranian talks on Iran’s nuclear program failed to produce a breakthrough. The sixth round of negotiations is scheduled for Sunday in Oman.