Iran's Supreme Leader Lauds Missile Strike on Israel

Iran's supreme leader praised the recent missile strike on Israel as a 'shining' job by Iran's forces. The strike on Tuesday involved 180 missiles, escalating tensions in the Middle East. Iran's leader urged regional nations to stay vigilant against enemies and invoked international and Islamic laws to justify their actions.

In a significant address at Friday prayers, Iran's supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, commended the recent missile strike on Israel, describing it as a 'shining' achievement by Iran's armed forces, according to state television.

The Tuesday attack featured at least 180 missiles launched towards Israel, marking the latest in a series of escalating military exchanges between the two adversaries and their allies, precipitating fears of a broader Middle Eastern conflict. While Israel reported intercepting many of the projectiles, Khamenei insisted that most missiles hit intended targets without immediate casualty reports.

Khamenei urged neighboring nations from Afghanistan to Gaza to prepare against adversaries, emphasizing the justice in the Palestinian cause as per international law and Islamic principles. The remarks come amidst ongoing regional tensions and Iran's continued support for groups like Hezbollah, further indicated by diplomatic engagements and aid shipments to Lebanon.

(With inputs from agencies.)