What you need to know as Israel launches strikes against Iran

Israel has launched a major attack on Iran and declared a state of emergency over retaliation fears. The operation, called “Rising Lion”, killed a number of Iranian commanders, scientists and the head of the country’s powerful Revolutionary Guard, according to Iranian state media. Iran launched more than 100 drones towards Israel after the country vowed retaliation, an Israeli military spokesperson said. Israel-Iran live: Follow the latest updates Here is what we know so far. What has happened? Shortly after 1am UK time on Friday, Israel launched what it called “pre-emptive strikes” against targets in Iran. Explosions were heard in Iran’s…