08.06.2026 09:21
Israel struck Iran's cities of Tehran, Isfahan, Tabriz, and Karaj this morning with ballistic missiles launched from the air, causing tensions to rise again in the Middle East. While Iran's retaliation for Israeli attacks was not delayed, the Revolutionary Guards announced that the Nevatim and Tel Nof air bases in Israel were targeted. Meanwhile, it was reported that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will convene the security cabinet in the coming hours.
The tension that has been ongoing for weeks in the Middle East has entered a new phase. Following Iran's missile attacks on Israel, the Israeli army launched large-scale attacks on various regions of Iran in the early hours of the morning. Israeli sources announced that missile infrastructures and military targets were hit in the operations. Explosion sounds were reported in Tehran, Isfahan, Tabriz, and Karaj.
It was noteworthy that the attacks were carried out despite US President Donald Trump's call to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to "delay retaliation." It was stated that Trump had recently requested that diplomatic channels remain open, but Israel had decided on the operation.
IMMEDIATE RETALIATION FROM IRAN
After the Israeli attacks, Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps announced that it had launched a new operation. Statements in the Iranian press reported that the Nevatim and Tel Nof air bases in southern Israel were targeted. The Iranian administration conveyed the message that broader operations would be carried out if the attacks continued.
The Israeli army, on the other hand, announced that air defense systems were activated and many missiles were neutralized. While sirens sounded in many areas of the country, citizens were called to go to shelters.
YEMEN FRONT ALSO ACTIVE
The tension in the region was not limited to Israel and Iran. It was reported that the Houthis in Yemen also fired missiles toward Israel, and alarm systems were activated in some areas. Thus, the possibility of the conflict turning into a regional war has come to the agenda again.
NETANYAHU GATHERS SECURITY CABINET
The Israeli press reported that Prime Minister Netanyahu will convene the security cabinet with an extraordinary agenda during the day. The meeting is expected to address Iran's recent attacks, new military options, and possible retaliation plans.
OIL AND GOLD ON THE RISE
The resurgence of conflicts has also impacted global markets. Oil prices rose while investors turned to safe-haven assets. Analysts warn of a potential new fluctuation in energy markets if the parties continue mutual attacks.