Iran targets military bases as US launches wave of strikes
Explosions were heard across Iran overnight, shortly after neighboring Gulf states began reporting attacks of their own. The development signals a new and more intense phase in the confrontation between the United States and Iran.
Explosions were heard in several parts of Iran overnight, with local sources describing the sounds as originating near military facilities. The development came shortly after neighboring Gulf states began reporting attacks on their own territory.
Tensions between the United States and Iran have escalated in recent days through a series of reciprocal military actions. Governments in the region have voiced concern for civilian safety and called on both sides for restraint.
The trajectory of the confrontation remains difficult to predict, though analysts say the military activity around the Gulf could directly affect regional energy markets and the safety of shipping lanes.
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