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Shafaq News
10 hours ago
- Politics
- Shafaq News
True Promise III rocks Israel as Iran retaliates for infrastructure attacks
Shafaq News/ Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) launched a new wave of missile and drone strikes on Israel early Sunday under Operation 'True Promise III', in direct retaliation for Israeli air raids that struck Iranian nuclear, military, and oil infrastructure. The IRGC's Aerospace Force confirmed the large-scale operation in an official statement, declaring it a response to what it described as the 'renewed aggression by the Zionist entity' on Iranian soil. The attack reportedly involved both ballistic missiles and unmanned aerial vehicles in a 'joint offensive with high firepower,' with further operational details to be released soon. According to Mehr News Agency, the operation carried the symbolic mobilization code 'Ya Ali ibn Abi Talib' refers to a revered figure in Shia Islam, while the timing on the eve of Eid al-Ghadir—a significant Shia holiday commemorating the Prophet Muhammad's appointment of Ali as his successor—was seen as symbolically charged. Mehr also reported the use of hypersonic missiles along with Emad and Kheibar-class projectiles, claiming that multiple layers of Israel's air defense were penetrated. The attacks reportedly targeted areas in Haifa and Tel Aviv. The Israeli military acknowledged incoming Iranian missile barrages in the north, including strikes on Haifa, which killed three people and injured others, according to initial assessments. In retaliation, the Israeli Air Force launched a strike on a major fuel depot in western Tehran, specifically in the Shahran district, according to Israel's state broadcaster. The strike caused massive explosions and a widespread fire. Iranian officials have not yet issued a formal statement on casualties or damage. This exchange marks the most dangerous escalation in the ongoing Israel–Iran confrontation. Less than 48 hours earlier, Israel carried out coordinated precision strikes on Iranian military and nuclear sites, reportedly killing several top IRGC commanders, including the Air Force operations chief and officials linked to Iran's missile and nuclear programs.
India.com
a day ago
- Politics
- India.com
Iran Strikes Back: Tel Aviv In Ruins, Top Israeli Sites Hit, 2 F-35s Downed, 1 Pilot Reportedly Captured Alive
New Delhi: Iran launched a massive retaliatory operation early Friday under the codename True Promise III, striking deep inside Israel and causing widespread destruction, particularly in Tel Aviv and other major cities. The operation followed targeted Israeli attacks that claimed the lives of senior Iranian military commanders and nuclear scientists. The Iranian strikes began at approximately 1:30 a.m. Iran time, marking the third phase of the operation – which had already hit several strategic Israeli positions in earlier phases. The elite Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) confirmed the operation less than 24 hours after what Iranian officials described as a 'series of aggressive assassinations' by Israel on Iranian soil, including in the capital, Tehran. Targets and Damage in Israeli Territories According to Israeli and Iranian media, dozens of missiles were launched toward multiple Israeli cities that include Tel Aviv, Jerusalem (al-Quds), Haifa, Beersheba, Lake Tiberias, Safed and parts of the Western and Central Galilee. Tel Aviv witnessed the most devastating impact of the Iranian strikes. A missile struck a 50-story building there, causing massive explosion and sending columns of smoke billowing into the air. Israeli Channel 13 described the aftermath as 'unprecedented destruction', with widespread fires, building collapses and civilian injuries. At least nine buildings were reportedly destroyed In Ramat Gan, while hundreds of others suffered damages. Fires broke out across multiple sites in the Greater Tel Aviv metropolitan area, including Jaffa and Dan Tel Aviv, where emergency crews responded to people trapped in multi-story structures. Israeli Army Radio and Israel Hayom reported a significant number of casualties, although official figures were withheld under a censorship order from Israel's Home Front Command. Authorities prohibited photography and video recording in targeted areas, urging settlers not to document the destruction – citing the risk of aiding 'the enemy'. Iranian Missiles Penetrate Israeli Defence Layers Reportedly originated from Israeli sources, videos circulating on social media showed Iranian ballistic missiles bypassing multiple Israeli defense systems. The IRGC's Aerospace Division is believed to have executed the missile operation and struck dozens of Israeli airbases and military installations. Former interior minister under President Ebrahim Raeisi, Brigadier General Ahmad Vahidi confirmed that at least 150 targets were hit, including a nuclear research facility and the Israeli Ministry of Military Affairs. Reports also claimed that two Israeli F-35 fighter jets and several drones were downed by Iranian air defense systems. Tehran claims to have one lady fighter pilot alive. Director of the Center for Strategic Studies and International Relations Amir Al-Mousawi stated that one of the missiles struck a critical nuclear research center in Tel Aviv. High-Profile Iranian Casualties Prompt Retaliation The Iranian response followed a series of Israeli strikes that killed top officials in Iran's military and nuclear establishment. Among the high-ranking officials killed were Iran's Armed Forces Chief of Staff Major General Mohammad Bagheri, IRGC former Commander-in-Chief Major General Hossein Salami, head of the IRGC Aerospace Division Brigadier General Amir Ali Hajizadeh and Khatam al-Anbiya Central HQ Commander Major General Gholam-Ali Rashid. The strikes also claimed the lives of veteran nuclear scientists Dr. Mohammad Mehdi Tehranchi, Dr. Fereydoun Abbasi and Dr. Abdol-Hamid Minoucher. In addition, more than 70 civilians, including women and children, were killed in the Israeli strikes, according to Iranian media. Leadership Response and Continued Threats The Iranian operation began just minutes after Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei addressed the nation in a televised message. In his speech, he declared that the Israeli regime had made a 'big mistake' and would be rendered 'helpless'. 'Our armed forces are ready, and the people of Iran stand united,' he said, adding that the Iranian response would be 'decisive' and 'based on the blood of the martyrs'. The IRGC, in an official statement, described True Promise III as 'crushing and precise', carried out under the code name Ya Ali ibn Abi Talib to coincide with the religious occasion of Eid al-Ghadir. The statement emphasised that the operation had the full backing of Iran's political leadership and people and was executed with the aim of deterring further aggression from the Israeli regime. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu reportedly held an emergency security meeting in an underground compound as missiles continued to fall across Israeli territories. Sirens remained active in many cities, and the Home Front Command urged civilians to stay near their shelters – signaling concerns of further escalation. Brigadier General Vahidi said that Operation True Promise III would continue 'as long as necessary', highlighting Iran's commitment to retaliate for what it described as 'aggression against its skies' and 'bloodshed of its martyrs'. While Israeli authorities have yet to release official casualty figures, independent reports suggest extensive damage to infrastructure and significant loss of life. Iran has indicated that further details of the operation will be released in due course. The situation remains tense as both sides brace for potential further escalations in the coming hours and days.
Time of India
2 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Iran rains missiles on Israel, hits its Defense Ministry headquarters in Tel Aviv in retaliatory strikes
Live Events (You can now subscribe to our (You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel In a fresh escalation of hostilities in the Middle East, Iran late Friday (June 13) launched hundreds of ballistic missiles against Israel. More than 150 missiles were launched at Israel. Iranian missiles attacked a key IDF command post in Kirya, where most of the Israeli military and political leadership was latest offensive against Israel marked the beginning of a retaliatory operation called True Promise III. The main target of the strike was the city of Tel Aviv, Iranian media reported. Iran claimed that it managed to hit the headquarters of the Israeli Ministry of were heard in Tel Aviv on Friday night local time, as air raid sirens were sounded across Israel amid what the country's military said was an Iranian missile attack. According to the Washington Post, Iran's supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, promised 'severe punishment' for the attacks. President Donald Trump urged Iran to 'make a deal' with Israel 'before it is too late.'The bases of the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) in the north of the country were also under fire following the strikes. Despite the large number of missiles fired, only part of them reached Israeli territory. About 50 were intercepted by the Israeli Iron Dome the same time, Iranian government resources claim that they managed to hit the headquarters of the Israeli Ministry of Defense. Israeli media partially confirmed the reports of impacts near the building. As reports of interceptions and impacts continue to surface, another wave of missile attacks is comes in direct response to recent Israeli airstrikes that targeted key Iranian military and nuclear infrastructure, according to Iranian state Israeli military and the Iranian state media also claimed that the Israeli strikes killed four senior commanders, including Maj. Gen. Hossein Salami, Iranian military chief Mohammad Bagheri, and Air Force chief Brig. Gen. Amir Ali Hajizadeh.
Economic Times
2 days ago
- Politics
- Economic Times
Iran rains missiles on Israel, hits its Defense Ministry headquarters in Tel Aviv in retaliatory strikes
A missile launched from Iran is seen from Jerusalem, June 13, 2025. REUTERS/Ronen Zvulun Synopsis Tensions escalate in the Middle East as Iran launches a retaliatory operation, True Promise III firing hundreds of ballistic missiles at Israel following Israeli airstrikes on Iranian military and nuclear sites. Explosions rocked Tel Aviv, with air raid sirens blaring across the country. Some missiles were intercepted by Israel's Iron Dome system. In a fresh escalation of hostilities in the Middle East, Iran late Friday (June 13) launched hundreds of ballistic missiles against Israel. More than 150 missiles were launched at Israel. Iranian missiles attacked a key IDF command post in Kirya, where most of the Israeli military and political leadership was located. ADVERTISEMENT Tehran's latest offensive against Israel marked the beginning of a retaliatory operation called True Promise III. The main target of the strike was the city of Tel Aviv, Iranian media reported. Iran claimed that it managed to hit the headquarters of the Israeli Ministry of Defense. Explosions were heard in Tel Aviv on Friday night local time, as air raid sirens were sounded across Israel amid what the country's military said was an Iranian missile attack. According to the Washington Post, Iran's supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, promised 'severe punishment' for the attacks. President Donald Trump urged Iran to 'make a deal' with Israel 'before it is too late.' The bases of the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) in the north of the country were also under fire following the strikes. Despite the large number of missiles fired, only part of them reached Israeli territory. About 50 were intercepted by the Israeli Iron Dome the same time, Iranian government resources claim that they managed to hit the headquarters of the Israeli Ministry of Defense. Israeli media partially confirmed the reports of impacts near the building. As reports of interceptions and impacts continue to surface, another wave of missile attacks is expected. This comes in direct response to recent Israeli airstrikes that targeted key Iranian military and nuclear infrastructure, according to Iranian state media. ADVERTISEMENT The Israeli military and the Iranian state media also claimed that the Israeli strikes killed four senior commanders, including Maj. Gen. Hossein Salami, Iranian military chief Mohammad Bagheri, and Air Force chief Brig. Gen. Amir Ali Hajizadeh. (You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel) (Catch all the US News, UK News, Canada News, International Breaking News Events, and Latest News Updates on The Economic Times.) Download The Economic Times News App to get Daily International News Updates. NEXT STORY
Al Bawaba
19-02-2025
- Politics
- Al Bawaba
Iran warns of regional instability if its security is threatened
ALBAWABA- The security of the entire Southwest Asian region will be at risk if Iran is attacked, warned Major General Mohammad Bagheri, Chief of Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces, on Wednesday. Also Read Trump calls Zelensky a 'dictator' in a war of words He cautioned that any threat to Iran's security would endanger not only the region but also those responsible for creating instability and their allies. "If the enemy makes a mistake, the security of the Zionist regime and those involved in equipping and planning its operations will be in danger," Bagheri stated. He emphasized Iran's military readiness, asserting that its air defense systems are fully operational despite previous Israeli strikes. "Iran's air defense is at peak readiness," he said, adding that minor damage from past attacks had been completely repaired. Highlighting Iran's military advancements, Bagheri noted that the country's missile production continues at "very high quantity and quality." Meanwhile, Brigadier General Amir Ali Hajizadeh, commander of the IRGC's Aerospace Forces, reaffirmed Iran's commitment to retaliatory operations against Israel. Referring to Iran's previous attacks, he stated, "Just as True Promise I and II were fulfilled, True Promise III will definitely be carried out—this is the people's demand, and we will not forget it." Hajizadeh also issued a warning regarding Iran's nuclear sites, stressing that any attack on them would ignite a conflict beyond control. "A fire will break out in the region whose dimensions cannot be calculated," he cautioned, asserting that Iran's adversaries fear direct confrontation. He further claimed that Iran has surpassed imitation in drone technology, with other nations now replicating Iranian designs. The escalating tensions follow Israeli airstrikes on Iranian military installations last October, using U.S.-controlled airspace over Iraq. Iran's air defenses intercepted the attack, but five people, including four army officers and one civilian, were killed. Also Read Israeli forces kill three Palestinians in Al-Far'a camp In response, Iran has vowed to proceed with its next retaliatory operation, True Promise III.
