In the attack, Israel struck military bases in the provinces of Tehran, where the capital is located, Ilam and Khuzestan, according to Iran’s national air defense. Khuzestan is the center of Iran’s oil and gas fields and refineries.

Israel delivered its long-expected response to Iranian missile attacks by carrying out a series of airstrikes against the Islamic Republic.

Tehran was quick to downplay the damage inflicted by the Israeli strikes, although officials said at least two soldiers were killed.