Tehran, Iran / Jerusalem, Israel – Web Desk: Israel has launched an airstrike on Iran’s capital, Tehran, according to multiple media reports, with loud explosions heard across parts of the city and emergency sirens activated.
Media outlets quoted Israeli Defence Minister Yoav Gallant as confirming that Israel had carried out the strike. Iranian media reported that several missiles landed in the University Street area of Tehran, though there was no immediate official confirmation from Iranian authorities regarding casualties or damage.
Russian state media also reported that the airstrike was conducted by Israel, citing regional sources.
Following the reported attack, authorities in Jerusalem and other parts of Israel ordered schools to close and instructed civilians to remain indoors as a precautionary measure. Emergency preparedness protocols were activated amid fears of potential retaliation.
The developments mark a significant escalation in already heightened Middle East tensions between Israel and Iran, raising concerns of a broader regional conflict. International observers are closely monitoring the situation for further updates.
