Conflicts escalate between Iran and Israel: Casualties reported in Haifa attack

Iran announced that the Shahran oil depot, located northwest of the capital Tehran, was targeted by Israel. Officials stated that the fire has been brought under control. Israel, for its part, announced that it had struck a natural gas field near Bushehr and an oil refinery in Abadan.

Missiles launched from Iran struck the Haifa region in northern Israel, leaving 5 people injured. Explosions also occurred in the Sadra and Chitgar districts west of Tehran. Al Jazeera reported that Israeli strikes were concentrated in these areas.

The Israeli military announced that it assesses the missile attacks from Iran have concluded, advising citizens that they may leave shelters but should remain in their vicinity.

CLAIMS REGARDING HOUTHI LEADER

Israeli media reported that the Israeli Air Force conducted strikes on several targets in Yemen and that a Houthi commander was targeted. The Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps announced that it had launched a major missile and UAV attack as part of an operation dubbed "True Promise 3."

Iranian state television claimed that certain military targets in Israel were hit, though this claim has not been verified by independent sources.

INTERNATIONAL REACTIONS

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, in a phone call with US President Donald Trump, stated that the Israel-Iran crisis could be resolved through nuclear negotiations. He indicated that Turkey is ready to contribute to this process. Russian President Vladimir Putin, in his conversation with Trump, condemned Israel's operation against Iran and emphasized that an uncontrolled escalation in the Middle East could have serious consequences.

The Iraqi government condemned Israel's use of Iraqi airspace for its attacks on Iran, characterizing it as a 'clear violation of sovereignty.' Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, in a meeting with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, said that they wish to ensure peace and security in the region but that Israel is sabotaging these efforts.

News Source: 12punto