US and Israel carry out coordinated attack on Iran; first explosions took place in Tehran
The United States and Israel have launched military strikes against targets in Iran, in a move that marks a new and dangerous escalation of tensions in the region. The offensive, confirmed by official sources quoted by the international press, was presented by Washington and Tel Aviv as a preventive operation linked to security threats.
According to the Israeli authorities, the attacks targeted infrastructure associated with Iran's military program. The Israeli government maintains that the action was aimed at curbing capabilities that it considers a direct threat to the country.
US sources indicate that the US supported the operation, stressing the need to protect strategic interests and allies in the Middle East.
Iran promises retaliation
Tehran's reaction was immediate and harsh. The Iranian leadership called the bombings a "flagrant aggression" and promised a proportional response.
Iranian state media report that the country may target US military bases in the region, raising fears of a wider conflict. Iran says it reserves the right to respond at the time and place it deems appropriate.
Region on alert
After the attacks, Israel put the country on high alert, reinforcing air defense systems and internal security measures. In neighboring countries and at various US bases in the Middle East, military forces also raised their level of readiness.
International analysts warn that the exchange of direct attacks between the parties could trigger a regional war, involving allies and armed groups aligned with Tehran.
International community concerned
Various countries and international organizations have already called for restraint and a return to diplomacy, fearing that the military escalation will have unpredictable consequences for global stability and energy markets.
