Israel Targets Iranian Defence Systems
The Israeli military has carried out a broad strike on western Iran’s defence installations, following joint US-Israeli air raids early Saturday. The attacks come amid weeks of mounting tensions as Washington and Tehran negotiate over Iran’s nuclear program.
Iran Strikes Back Across the Gulf
In retaliation, Iran launched attacks on US military bases throughout the Gulf, with Oman being the only country spared. US President Donald Trump framed the strikes as addressing decades of grievances and urged Iranians to eventually rise against their government.
Regional Impact and Global Response
World leaders, including UN Secretary-General António Guterres, have called for calm, and the UN Security Council is set to meet to address the situation. Meanwhile, several countries closed their airspace, causing flight cancellations and forcing planes bound for Tel Aviv and Dubai to turn back or reroute.
