Iran's Religious Leader: "We'll Show Our Strength to Israel"

Two nights ago, following the Israeli airstrikes, Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei instructed Iranian officials on Sunday to evaluate appropriate ways to demonstrate the country's power against Israel. Reports indicate that the attacks carried out in three waves by dozens of Israeli jets against missile factories and other facilities near Tehran and in western Iran caused limited damage, according to statements made by Iran on Saturday.

Khamenei emphasized the need for a measured response, stating that the actions of the "Zionist regime" should neither be underestimated nor exaggerated. He placed the responsibility on Iranian officials to determine the best course of action that aligns with the interests of the public and the nation.

The strikes have heightened concerns regarding a potential escalation in the Middle East and prompted U.S. President Joe Biden to call for restraint. The exact nature of Iran's planned response remains unclear, but the Supreme Leader's comments suggest that a strategic approach is being formulated by the country's leadership.