The operation against Iran took place despite ongoing Oman-mediated talks between the US and Iran in Geneva aimed at addressing the Iranian nuclear issue.
Iranian authorities reported that Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed in the strikes. Following the attacks, the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) announced the launch of True Promise 4, describing it as the most extensive and forceful offensive operation in the country’s history, targeting Israel and US military bases in the region.
Here's the most critical developments as of now:
Israeli Army Says Simultaneously Striking Tehran, Beirut. The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) said on Tuesday that it is simultaneously striking Tehran and Beirut.
US Military Destroys Iranian Air Defense Systems, Launch Sites, Airfields - Command.
Footage of the fire at the US Embassy in Riyadh after the Iranian strike. Two drones hit the US Embassy, igniting a fire, Saudi Arabia’s Defense Ministry confirmed in a post on X.
Iran mourns schoolgirls killed in the US–Israeli attacks in Minab. A funeral procession is underway for more than 165 elementary school victims of the February 28 attack.
IDF says took up positions in Southern Lebanon. This comes "in parallel to IDF activity as part of Operation ‘Roaring Lion," the Israeli Army said.
Iran mourns schoolgirls killed in the US–Israeli attacks in Minab. A funeral procession is underway for more than 165 elementary school victims of the February 28 attack.
US Army dropped footage of them eliminating a broken-down truck on the side of the road in Iran, with the hood already open.
Iran shoots down an Israeli drone over Khomein city, Markazi Province.
UAV drone hits Oman's strategic Salalah Port
US-Israeli airstrikes destroyed a hospital in Bushehr, Iran. The neonatal ward lies in ruins, and babies’ lives are hanging by a thread, a Red Crescent rescuer says.
Air defences actively engaging in Tehran right now, (per Sputnik correspondent on the ground). This comes as the IDF announced a massive new wave of strikes hitting Iranian infrastructure in the capital.
