Tehran (TDI): The United States and Israel launched strikes against Iran early Saturday, sharply escalating regional tensions.
Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz confirmed the operation, as authorities placed the entire country under a state of emergency in anticipation of possible retaliation.
Israeli officials said the emergency measures were imposed amid concerns that Iran could respond with drone and ballistic missile attacks. Security agencies were put on high alert, and emergency preparedness protocols were activated nationwide.
Meanwhile, Iranian media reported explosions in the capital, Tehran. According to Fars News Agency, several missiles were reported to have struck the Republic area of the city, though Iranian authorities have yet to issue an official statement detailing the extent of damage or casualties.
The situation remains fluid as developments unfold, with fears growing that the confrontation could trigger a wider regional escalation.
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The latest developments come amid heightened tensions in the Middle East, where repeated exchanges of warnings and military posturing have raised concerns about the risk of a broader conflict. Regional and international actors have consistently urged restraint, warning that further escalation could have serious consequences for stability.
Security analysts note that any direct confrontation between Israel and Iran carries the potential to impact neighbouring countries and key international shipping routes, underscoring the sensitivity of the situation. Governments around the world are closely monitoring events as they unfold.
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The escalation follows repeated warnings from President Donald Trump, who had on multiple occasions said the United States could take military action against Iran if nuclear talks failed.
