IDF announces completion of Iran strikes, ceases fire per political directive

The IDF announced it completed a wide-scale wave of strikes targeting Iranian missile launch sites and production infrastructure across Iran overnight. Israeli Air Force jets struck dozens of launch sites, thwarting a planned ballistic missile barrage aimed at Israel, according to the IDF Spokesperson. The military stated it has ceased fire in operations against Iran in accordance with directives from the political echelon, and remains highly prepared to respond defensively to any violation. Simultaneously, the IDF continues targeted ground operations against Hezbollah in Lebanon.