Tensions between the Islamic Republic of Iran and Israel have been fraught since 1979, when the Islamic Revolution led to the establishment of Iran’s theocratic government. Since then, Iran has voiced its opposition to the existence of Israel in the Middle East and supported the Palestinian people.

Israel launched “preemptive” strikes early Friday across Iran, amid growing regional tensions and concerns about Iran’s nuclear capabilities.

Israel stunned Iran last week with an intelligence and military operation years in the making that struck high-level targets with precision.