Iran Launches Missile Attacks Across Gulf After US-Israeli Bombing Campaign
Key Takeaways
- Iran launched missiles targeting Gulf states hosting US bases, widening the conflict.
- Explosions and air-defense activity were reported in Tehran and Rasht.
- Israel and Qatar reported interceptions of missiles targeting their territory.
Iran Responds with Missile Strikes
Iran retaliated against US-Israeli bombing with intensive missile strikes across the Gulf.
“An Al Jazeera correspondent reported hearing loud explosions in various areas of the Iranian capital Tehran early this Tuesday, noting that the sounds were heard in central, northern, and northeastern Tehran”
The IRGC launched missile attacks on American military bases in Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, and the UAE.
Israel authorities reported damage and dozens of injuries from strikes in Tel Aviv.
Iran's Missiles Pierce Regional Defenses
The United States, Israel, and regional partners intercepted over 90% of Iranian projectiles.
Iran's attacks penetrated defenses enough to cause destruction and casualties.
France's foreign minister condemned Iran's ballistic missile attacks as a grave violation of international law.
Israel-US Strikes Shamelessly Kill Civilians
US-Israeli strikes continued to kill Iranian civilians with shameless disregard.
The Council on Foreign Relations said the Pentagon shared targeting information before strikes occur.
Israeli strikes devastated Tehran's Grand Bazaar.
Israeli Defenses Strained, US Bombing Gains Minimal
Iran fired over 5,500 projectiles since the war began.
Israel's defenses were strained.
The Atlantic Council called the strikes a high-risk gamble with unclear objectives.
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