Explosions and missile strikes were reported across multiple Iranian cities on Sunday, including Tehran, Tabriz, Isfahan, and areas near Yazd, according to reports emerging from the region.
The Iranian President, Masoud Pezeshkian, stated that Iran seeks friendly relations with its neighbors but will respond decisively to any aggression against its territory, as reported by Mehr News Agency. This statement comes amid escalating tensions and a series of retaliatory actions.
The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has launched what they are calling the 28th wave of “Operation True Promise,” according to Mehr News Agency. Simultaneously, the IRGC’s Navy targeted what they described as a “terrorist US chopper base” with missiles. Iranian state media also reported that Iranian military forces claim to have inflicted casualties on US forces in the region.
Israel has reportedly struck oil facilities within Iran for the first time, marking a significant escalation in the conflict, according to Al Jazeera. A large fire was observed at an oil depot in Tehran following the attack.
The Islamic Resistance Movement in Iraq has claimed responsibility for 24 drone and missile strikes targeting US military bases in Iraq and the wider region over the past 24 hours, as reported by Mehr News Agency. These attacks are occurring in the context of the ongoing US-Israeli aggression, according to Iranian sources.
Ali Larijani, Secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council, indicated that Iran will not “leave Trump alone” over the killing of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, as reported by Iran International. This statement suggests a long-term pursuit of retribution for past actions.
Two cargo ships owned by a sanctioned Iranian shipping company have departed a Chinese port carrying cargo suspected to be a precursor to rocket fuel, according to the Washington Post, as cited by Iran International. This development raises concerns about Iran’s continued access to materials for its military programs.
Amidst the escalating conflict, President Pezeshkian visited hospitals treating individuals injured during the recent US-Israeli aggression, according to Mehr News Agency. Demonstrations in support of Iran have also been reported in South Africa and expressions of solidarity have come from Venezuelan artist Iván Lira, as reported by Mehr News Agency.
The Swiss defense minister has stated that the US, Israel, and Iran have all violated international law, according to Iran International. The UAE has reported a rising death toll from attacks originating in Iran.
