In a public statement, Donald Trump called on the Iranian people to “take back power,” stating that the operation aims to neutralize threats attributed to the Iranian regime. According to American media, the strikes are targeting several strategic facilities in Iran.
For its part, the Israeli army indicated that it had detected missile launches from Iran toward Israel. Explosions were heard in Jerusalem, while warning sirens sounded in several areas of the country. Israeli authorities described the action as a “preventive strike” against Iran and sent messages of an “extremely serious alert” to citizens’ mobile phones.
In Iran, several powerful explosions were reported in Tehran, where thick plumes of smoke were observed in the center and east of the capital. Explosions were also reported in other cities, including Isfahan. In addition, Iranian strikes reportedly targeted several countries in the region, including Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Jordan, the United Arab Emirates, and Kuwait, increasing the risk of a wider regional escalation.
The international community quickly reacted to the rise in tensions. In Switzerland, the Federal Department of Foreign Affairs (FDFA) said it was “deeply alarmed” by the American and Israeli strikes. It called on all parties to respect international law, exercise restraint, and protect civilians as well as civilian infrastructure.
As the bombings continue and exchanges of fire intensify, the situation remains extremely volatile. Developments in the coming hours will be decisive for the evolution of this crisis, which could have major consequences for the stability of the Middle East and beyond.
Translated from Abderrazzak Boussaid’s French article – le7tv