On Friday morning, explosions were reported in two Iranian cities, Isfahan and Tabriz. The extent of the alleged attack is still unclear at this time, but both Iran and Israel seem to be working towards de-escalation.
There were reports that the air defense system in Iran was able to intercept several drones during the attack. An air force base in Isfahan was targeted, but there have been no official confirmations of damage. Iranian officials downplayed the significance of the attack, with one mocking the operation through a social media post.
The attack was believed to be Israel’s first military response to a recent massive attack by Iran on Israel. The Israeli attack involved firing over 300 drones, ballistic missiles, and cruise missiles. Isfahan was strategically chosen due to its military bases and nuclear facilities.
Tensions between Iran and Israel have been escalating for some time now, with fears of a major regional war breaking out. Both sides have been urged to exercise restraint to prevent further escalation. While initial reactions suggest de-escalation efforts, fears of further conflict remain. The situation is being closely monitored by international observers.