US Airstrikes Target IRGC Command Centre
The US military confirmed on Thursday that it had launched airstrikes on targets in Iran, with the primary target being an alleged IRGC command centre. The strikes were carried out by US fighter jets and drones, and were reportedly successful in destroying the target. The US military has not released any further details on the strikes, but sources close to the matter have confirmed that the operation was carried out in coordination with Israel.
The strikes are part of a growing US military campaign against Iran, which began in 2021. The campaign has seen the US launch airstrikes on multiple occasions, targeting Iranian military sites and infrastructure. The US has cited the threat posed by Iran's nuclear program as the primary reason for the military campaign.
Israel Launches Airstrikes on Tehran
Meanwhile, Israel has also launched airstrikes on targets in Tehran, with multiple reports of explosions and damage to buildings in the city. The Israeli military has not released any official statement on the strikes, but sources close to the matter have confirmed that the operation was carried out by Israeli fighter jets. The targets of the strikes are reportedly Iranian military sites and infrastructure.
The Israeli airstrikes follow a series of escalating tensions between Israel and Iran, which have been fueled by Iran's growing military presence in the region. Israel has been vocal in its opposition to Iran's nuclear program, and has threatened to take military action if necessary.
Global Reaction to Airstrikes
The airstrikes have sparked a global reaction, with multiple countries condemning the actions. The United Nations has called for restraint and de-escalation, while the European Union has expressed concern over the growing tensions in the region. The US has defended the airstrikes, citing the threat posed by Iran's nuclear program as the primary reason for the military campaign.
The situation is unfolding as a major escalation of tensions between the US, Israel, and Iran. The airstrikes have raised concerns over the potential for further military action, and the potential for a wider conflict in the region.
The international community is closely watching the situation, with multiple countries calling for restraint and de-escalation. The situation is fluid, and developments are expected to continue in the coming days.