01.03.2026 07:50
After the death of Iran's religious leader Khamenei in the joint attacks of the US and Israel, a new wave of attacks was initiated. Following the statement from the Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps that "the heaviest offensive operation in the history of the Iranian Armed Forces will begin within minutes," attacks targeting Israel began, and sirens started to sound in Tel Aviv.
After reports that Iranian leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed in joint attacks by the US and Israel, Iran launched a new wave of attacks. Following the message from the Revolutionary Guards that "the heaviest offensive operation in the history of the Iranian Armed Forces will begin within minutes," air raid sirens were activated in Israel, especially along the Tel Aviv line.
TENSION ESCALATES AFTER KHAMENEI'S DEATH
According to information in the international press, Iranian state media confirmed that Khamenei was killed in the US-Israel joint attacks. This development was considered a turning point that directly affects the course of the crisis in the region.
REVOLUTIONARY GUARDS EMPHASIZE "HEAVIEST OFFENSIVE"
Reports based on sources close to the Iranian Revolutionary Guards (IRGC) highlighted the message that "the most intense/heaviest" operation would begin. In the hours following the announcement, Iran launched new waves of missiles and drones targeting Israel.
SIRENS IN TEL AVIV
With the activation of sirens in Israel, the rush to shelters in Tel Aviv and its surroundings increased. Associated Press reported that intermittent and repeated waves of attacks from Iran have caused frequent alarms in Tel Aviv. The Washington Post reported that a missile from Iran caused casualties and numerous injuries in central Tel Aviv.
CRITICAL WAITING AT SECURITY LINES
The developments have increased the likelihood of a broader conflict in the region, while calls for de-escalation have come from the United Nations and some countries. As military activity on the ground continues, new statements from the parties and possible additional waves are being closely monitored.
US AND ISRAEL'S ATTACKS ON IRAN AND IRAN'S RETALIATIONS
While the negotiation process between Iran and the US continues, Israel and the US carried out joint attacks on Iran in the morning hours. The Israeli Ministry of Defense announced that Israel had launched a "preventive attack" on Iran. US President Donald Trump also stated that they had initiated a "major operation" against Iran. The attacks targeted the cities of Tehran, Isfahan, Karaj, Qom, Tabriz, Bushehr, Kermanshah, and Ilam. While Israel and Iran closed their airspace, a state of emergency was declared throughout Israel, and sirens sounded. Warnings were issued directing the Israeli public to shelters before Iran's counterattacks.