ELI5: What happened in the first 12 hours of the Iran War strikes?

Imagine the first 12 hours of Iran strikes like someone throwing a bunch of rocks at different houses they're mad at.

Think of Iran as a big neighborhood, and some people are upset with other countries. In the first 12 hours of strikes, it was like they started throwing rocks (which are the missiles and drones) at specific "houses" (which are military bases or places where important decisions are made).

Here's a breakdown:

• Surprise Attack: It usually starts like a surprise game of tag. One side suddenly starts throwing the "rocks" when the other side isn't expecting it.
• Targeted Spots: They don't just throw rocks randomly. They aim for specific houses they think are important. Maybe the house where the "boss" of the army lives, or a garage where they keep all their "toy cars" (military vehicles).
• Trying to Break Things: The goal is to break things, like the windows (which are defense systems) or the door (which is leadership). This makes it harder for the people in the "house" to do what they want.
• Gathering Information: While the rocks are flying, other people are watching closely like detectives. They're trying to figure out:

• Early Damage Assessment: After the first few hours, people start to see the damage. Some "houses" might have broken windows, while others might have bigger holes. This helps everyone understand how serious the fight is and what might happen next.
• Defensive Measures: The "houses" that are being attacked try to protect themselves. This could be like putting up shields or trying to catch the "rocks" before they hit. This is similar to using anti-missile systems or scrambling fighter jets.