- So far, the Iranian authorities have not offered details of the damage caused | Photo: EFE/ Office of the Israeli Prime Minister
Israel attacked military bases in the west and southwest of Tehran on Friday, October 25, Iranian media linked to Iran‘s Revolutionary Guard reported. However, they did not provide details of the possible damage caused.
“The investigations of our journalists indicate that several military bases in the west and southwest of Tehran were targets of attacks by the Zionist regime,” the media indicated. Fars, which is linked to the elite Iranian military corps.
Shortly before, Iranian state media reported the sound of “loud explosions” in Tehran and Karaj, a city neighboring the capital.
According to the IRNA agency, some of those sounds were due to air defense systems, which “operated successfully.”
Iran repelled Israel’s attacks
Iran’s defense systems repelled Israeli attacks on military bases in Tehran.
“No missiles or attacks have hit any Guard military base in the west and southwest of Tehran,” said Tasnim, citing anonymous security sources.
For its part, Tehran’s relief services stated that there were no incidents in the capital requiring assistance.
Before carrying out the attack against Tehran, Israel alerted Joe Biden’s government, before launching the air strikes against Iran, according to the newspaper The New York Times.
The outlet reported that it spoke with an official, but did not indicate how far in advance Israel warned the United States.
White House and Pentagon officials have not yet commented on the matter, but, according to The Timesin recent days have consulted closely with Israel about the scope and type of targets Israel would launch against Iran.
Israeli defense warned that they would respond
The reports of explosions in the Persian country come amid the announcement by the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) that they have begun attacks against Iranian military targets.
“In response to months of continuous attacks by the Iranian regime against the State of Israel, the Israel Defense Forces are currently carrying out precise strikes against military targets in Iran,” confirmed a statement from Israeli Army spokesman Daniel Hagari.
Hagari insisted on Israel’s “right and duty to respond” against Iran’s attacks.
“The Iranian regime and its allies in the region have been relentlessly attacking Israel since October 7, on seven fronts, including direct attacks from Iranian soil,” he noted.
Iran attacked Israel with some 180 missiles on October 1 in response to the assassination of Hezbollah leader Hasan Nasrallah in Beiru; and Hamas’ Ismael Haniyeh in Tehran in July.
Iranian authorities have warned on numerous occasions that they will respond harshly to possible Israeli retaliation for the October attack.
With information from EFE
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Interview with Dr. Samira Khosravi, Middle East Policy Expert
Interviewer: Thank you for joining us, Dr. Khosravi. Let’s start with the recent events. There are reports of Israeli attacks on military bases in Tehran. Can you summarize the situation for our audience?
Dr. Khosravi: Absolutely, and thank you for having me. On October 25, Israeli forces reportedly targeted military bases in the west and southwest regions of Tehran. This was a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict between Israel and Iran. Iranian media linked to the Revolutionary Guard confirmed these attacks but have not disclosed specific details regarding the extent of the damage. It was noted that residents in Tehran heard loud explosions, which they attributed to air defense systems purportedly operating successfully to repel these attacks[3[3[3[3[3[3[3[3].
Interviewer: What has been Iran’s response to these attacks?
Dr. Khosravi: Iran has insisted that its defense systems successfully intercepted the Israeli missiles, claiming that no significant damage occurred to military installations. The Iranian Relief Services stated that there were no emergencies reported following the explosions, which they believe were largely mitigated by their defensive measures[3[3[3[3[3[3[3[3]. Additionally, Iranian officials have not provided further details about possible casualties or damage, which adds an element of uncertainty to the situation[1[1[1[1[1[1[1[1].
Interviewer: Prior to these strikes, how did Israel prepare for their military actions?
Dr. Khosravi: According to reports, Israel alerted U.S. officials before launching these airstrikes. This kind of coordination is not uncommon, especially given the geopolitical implications of such actions. The Israeli Defense Forces communicated that these strikes were a direct response to ongoing threats and attacks from the Iranian regime against Israel[2[2[2[2[2[2[2[2]. It reflects a broader strategy by Israel to address what it perceives as imminent threats from Iranian military capabilities.
Interviewer: How do you see this conflict evolving in the future?
Dr. Khosravi: The situation is incredibly volatile. Both nations appear entrenched in their positions, and further conflict seems likely unless diplomatic channels are reinvigorated. The ongoing exchanges of attacks risk escalating more extensively into wider regional confrontations, involving other state and non-state actors. We must also consider the international community’s role, particularly that of the United States, in mediating tensions. If these hostilities continue, we could see increased military responses and potential for broader conflict in the region[1[1[1[1[1[1[1[1].
Interviewer: Thank you, Dr. Khosravi, for your insights into this complex and evolving situation.
Dr. Khosravi: Thank you for having me. It’s crucial that we continue to monitor these developments closely.
Interviewer: Thank you for joining us, Dr. Khosravi. Let’s start with the recent events. There are reports of Israeli attacks on military bases in Tehran. Can you summarize the situation for our audience?
Dr. Khosravi: Absolutely, and thank you for having me. On October 25, Israeli forces reportedly targeted military bases in the west and southwest regions of Tehran. This represents a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict between Israel and Iran. Iranian media linked to the Revolutionary Guard confirmed these attacks but have not disclosed specific details regarding the extent of the damage. It was noted that residents in Tehran heard loud explosions, which they attributed to air defense systems purportedly operating successfully to repel these attacks.
Interviewer: What has been Iran’s response to these attacks?
Dr. Khosravi: Iran has insisted that its defense systems successfully intercepted the Israeli missiles, claiming that no significant damage occurred to military installations. The Iranian Relief Services stated that there were no emergencies reported following the explosions, which they believe were largely mitigated by their defensive measures. Additionally, Iranian officials have not provided further details about possible casualties or damage, adding an element of uncertainty to the situation.
Interviewer: Prior to these strikes, how did Israel prepare for their military actions against Iran?
Dr. Khosravi: According to reports, Israel alerted the Biden administration before launching the airstrikes, indicating a level of coordination. There were ongoing consultations between the White House, the Pentagon, and Israeli officials regarding the scope and targets of the attacks. This indicates that the Israeli Defense Forces had a strategic approach and felt justified in their actions, citing months of continuous threats from Iran against Israel.
Interviewer: Given the historical context of these tensions, what are the potential implications of these attacks moving forward?
Dr. Khosravi: The implications could be quite significant. The escalation we are witnessing is part of a broader trend of increasing hostilities between Israel and Iran, especially following attacks perceived to be retaliatory in nature. The risk of further confrontations is high, which could destabilize the region further. Both countries have emphasized their willingness to respond to attacks, which creates a precarious situation as the potential for miscalculation looms large. The international community will need to monitor this closely, as it could affect diplomatic relations and regional security dynamics.
Interviewer: Thank you, Dr. Khosravi, for your insights on this complex situation.
Dr. Khosravi: Thank you for having me. It’s crucial to stay informed about these developments as they unfold.
