On the morning of October 27, Israel launched a large-scale airstrike on military targets in Iran, in response to a ballistic missile attack on Israeli territory on October 1. Over 100 Israeli fighter jets, including advanced F-35s, executed “precise strikes” on Iranian air defense systems, radar installations, and missile production facilities in Tehran and surrounding provinces. This offensive was designed to undermine Iran's military capabilities and deliver a stern warning. Tehran initially claimed the explosions were air-defense exercises but later acknowledged “limited damage” to its military assets, and confirmed two soldiers’ deaths.

The Israeli government warned Iran of severe repercussions if it escalates the conflict further, with Israel’s defense officials stating, “Iran will pay a heavy price if it initiates a new round of escalation.” Iran’s semi-official Tasnim News Agency vowed that any Israeli aggression would meet a proportional response, while the U.S. government defended Israel’s strikes as “self-defense” and urged Iran to avoid retaliatory actions. According to AFP, U.S. officials were informed of Israel’s operation but had no direct involvement.

The offensive has raised tensions across the Middle East, as states like Hamas, Iraq, Syria, Pakistan, and Saudi Arabia expressed condemnation. Turkey called on Israel to end what it described as “terror acts,” and Russia urged restraint to avoid a “catastrophic scenario.” India expressed “deep concern” over the escalation, with Indian officials emphasizing the need for regional peace.

Following the strike, Israel also launched a targeted raid on southern Beirut, where it urged local residents to evacuate. Lebanon’s National News Agency reported explosions in Beirut’s southern suburbs, while Syria, another regional ally of Iran, faced additional Israeli strikes from the Golan Heights and parts of Lebanon. Damascus responded by activating its air defense systems.

To secure civilian safety, airspace over Iran, Iraq, and Syria temporarily closed, enabling defense systems to better monitor and distinguish between friend and foe. Regional states hope for a swift resolution, while many closely watch the conflict's potential to destabilize an already volatile Middle East.

On the morning of October 27, Israel launched a large-scale airstrike on military targets in Iran, in response to a ballistic missile attack on Israeli territory on October 1. Over 100 Israeli fighter jets, including advanced F-35s, executed “precise strikes” on Iranian air defense systems, radar installations, and missile production facilities in Tehran and surrounding provinces. This offensive was designed to undermine Iran's military capabilities and deliver a stern warning. Tehran initially claimed the explosions were air-defense exercises but later acknowledged “limited damage” to its military assets, and confirmed two soldiers’ deaths.

The Israeli government warned Iran of severe repercussions if it escalates the conflict further, with Israel’s defense officials stating, “Iran will pay a heavy price if it initiates a new round of escalation.” Iran’s semi-official Tasnim News Agency vowed that any Israeli aggression would meet a proportional response, while the U.S. government defended Israel’s strikes as “self-defense” and urged Iran to avoid retaliatory actions. According to AFP, U.S. officials were informed of Israel’s operation but had no direct involvement.

The offensive has raised tensions across the Middle East, as states like Hamas, Iraq, Syria, Pakistan, and Saudi Arabia expressed condemnation. Turkey called on Israel to end what it described as “terror acts,” and Russia urged restraint to avoid a “catastrophic scenario.” India expressed “deep concern” over the escalation, with Indian officials emphasizing the need for regional peace.

Following the strike, Israel also launched a targeted raid on southern Beirut, where it urged local residents to evacuate. Lebanon’s National News Agency reported explosions in Beirut’s southern suburbs, while Syria, another regional ally of Iran, faced additional Israeli strikes from the Golan Heights and parts of Lebanon. Damascus responded by activating its air defense systems.

To secure civilian safety, airspace over Iran, Iraq, and Syria temporarily closed, enabling defense systems to better monitor and distinguish between friend and foe. Regional states hope for a swift resolution, while many closely watch the conflict's potential to destabilize an already volatile Middle East.