Iran’s Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has launched a series of strikes against 27 US military bases in the Middle East, in response to alleged airstrikes by the US and Israel against Iranian targets. The IRGC claims that the strikes are part of a fifth phase of retaliatory operations, aimed at countering the alleged aggression by the US and Israel.
According to Al Jazeera, the strikes targeted not only US military bases but also Israeli military installations, including the Tel Nof airbase, the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) command headquarters in HaKirya, and a major defense industrial complex in Tel Aviv. The strikes also hit a building in the Biet Shemesh area, which is home to sensitive installations, including Israel’s New Horizon missile system.
In response to the escalation, Pope Leo has expressed deep concern over the increasing tensions in the Middle East, while the Catholic Church has called for calm and restraint. The Vatican has urged all parties to work towards a peaceful resolution of the conflict.
In a statement, the IRGC warned that further retaliatory strikes will be carried out, and that the US and Israel should expect more attacks. The IRGC has also vowed to continue its operations against US and Israeli targets, and has accused the US and Israel of crossing the red line.
The Iranian government has announced a 7-day mourning period and 40-day national mourning period in honor of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was killed in the alleged airstrikes. The Iranian parliament has also issued a statement condemning the US and Israeli aggression and calling for Iran to take action against its enemies.
The UAE has also been hit by Iranian missiles, with several buildings and infrastructure damaged or destroyed. The UAE has condemned the Iranian attacks and has called for an emergency meeting of the UN Security Council to address the crisis.
In a statement, the Iranian president, Ebrahim Raisi, has vowed to continue the fight against US and Israeli aggression, and has called on the Iranian people to remain united and strong. The Iranian defense minister has also announced that the country will take all necessary measures to defend itself against the US and Israeli aggression.
The US has denied any involvement in the alleged airstrikes, while Israel has accused Iran of conducting a “terrorist” attack on its soil. The US and Israel have vowed to take action against Iran, and have accused the country of violating international law and human rights.
The Russian government has condemned the Iranian attacks and has called for calm and restraint. The Russian foreign minister has spoken with his Chinese counterpart, Wang Yi, to discuss the crisis.
The situation remains tense, with both sides accusing each other of aggression and violating international law. The international community is watching the situation closely, and is urging all parties to work towards a peaceful resolution of the conflict.
