‘There is no doubt that Israel will receive the appropriate response to any action it takes,’ Tasnim news agency quotes sources
Iran is ready to retaliate against the Israeli “aggression,” Iran’s semi-official Tasnim news agency said Saturday, citing sources.
It came after Israel announced early Saturday that its military conducted “precise strikes” against “military targets” in Iran, as explosions were heard in the Iranian capital of Tehran.
Tasnim confirmed that air defense systems in central Tehran have been activated in response to the escalating attacks.
The US said that Israel “is conducting targeted strikes against military targets in Iran as an exercise of self-defense and in response to Iran’s ballistic missile attack against Israel on October 1st.”
Separately, Syrian news agency Sana said explosions were also heard in the capital of Damascus.
The tension between Iran and Israel escalated when Israel conducted “precise strikes” against military targets in Iran, resulting in explosions in Tehran. In response, Iran’s semi-official Tasnim news agency stated that Iran is prepared to retaliate against any Israeli aggression. Air defense systems in Tehran were activated, and flights were cancelled until further notice.
The US supported Israel’s actions, citing self-defense in response to Iran’s previous missile attack. Meanwhile, explosions were reported in Damascus, Syria, adding to the growing tensions in the region. The White House confirmed that President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris were briefed on the situation, emphasizing that the US had no involvement in the strikes.
The situation remains tense as both countries continue to monitor and respond to each other’s actions. Stay tuned for further updates on this developing story.