Iran has unleashed a barrage of missiles and drones on Israel, causing widespread destruction and chaos in the city of Tel Aviv. The Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) claims that the targets of the attack were Israeli intelligence agencies operating in occupied territories. US President Donald Trump has stated that the US is in talks with “the right people” in Iran who want to negotiate a deal.
The IRGC has confirmed that the missiles used in the attack were the Khaybar, Imad, and Sajil, which successfully hit their targets in northern and central Tel Aviv. The IRGC claims that Israeli military commercial, logistics, and support centers in Tel Aviv were also targeted.
The Iranian government has stated that the restrictions on media coverage imposed by the US and Israel are a clear indication of the extent of the destruction caused by Iran in Israel. Meteorologists have warned of a cyclone, severe thunderstorms, and dusty weather conditions in Saudi Arabia and the Gulf region.
The Iranian attacks have left several buildings destroyed in Tel Aviv, and sirens have been sounded in northern Israel. A gas and petrol crisis has also been triggered in India, with the poor forced to go back to burning wood and coal for cooking. UN Secretary-General António Guterres has stated that the conflict in the Middle East has spiraled out of control and the world is facing the threat of a wider war.
Iran’s Foreign Minister has held meetings with his counterparts in neighboring countries, including Pakistan, to address the crisis. Egyptian Foreign Minister Sameh Shoukry has criticized Iran’s rejection of US proposals, saying that it is a sign of Iran’s refusal to engage in talks. Iranian officials have claimed that they have reviewed the US proposals and found them to be unacceptable.
Chinese shipping giant Cosco has resumed bookings with some Gulf countries after a three-week suspension. The Iranian government has warned that any American warships that enter the range of Iranian missiles will be targeted.
Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi has praised Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan for his clear stance against Israeli aggression. Iraqi Prime Minister Mustafa Al-Kadhimi has ordered the US ambassador to visit Baghdad to discuss the military strikes. Iranian officials have claimed that they have reviewed the US proposals and found them to be unacceptable.
Iranian Major General Hossein Salami has warned that Iran will not hesitate to use its missiles to defend itself against any American aggression. Iranian officials have confirmed that they are closely monitoring US activities in the region, particularly military deployments.
The Iranian government has taken steps to mitigate the impact of rising fuel prices on the public, including increasing subsidies on petroleum products. Health experts have warned that shoulder pain should not be taken lightly, as it can be a sign of liver cancer. While occasional shoulder pain can be common, experts say that it can sometimes be a symptom of an underlying condition.
