Israeli attacks hit air-defense systems around important energy sites but avoided the facilities themselves, Iranian and Israeli officials said. The United States had urged Israel not to strike energy and oil facilities.
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Israeli Attack Puts Iranians on Edge: ‘The Vibe Is Not Normal’
A sense of uncertainty prevailed in Iran after an Israeli retaliatory strike. Explosions kept some awake, while others hoped life would go back to normal.
In Deciding Whether to Retaliate, Iran Faces a Dilemma
If Iran strikes back at Israel, it risks further escalation at a time when its economy is struggling and its military is vulnerable. If it doesn’t, it risks looking weak.
Israel’s Strike Marks New Phase of Conflict, but Stops Short of All-Out War
Iran’s initial reaction suggested that the sides had once again averted an uncontrolled war, even if the prospect looms larger than ever.
Iran’s State Media Plays Down Israeli Attacks
Explosions woke Iranians up and rattled their windows as strikes targeted sites in at least three provinces.
Why Did Israel Attack Iran?
The two countries have been fighting a shadow war for years. Now, their conflict has burst into the open.
Israel announces strikes on military sites in Iran.
Blasts reported around Tehran after a year of escalating confrontations.
In Iran’s Capital, Murals Offer Tributes and Threats Against Israel
In the Iranian capital’s Palestine Square, a series of murals have telegraphed warnings to the country’s enemies.
Iran Prepares for War but Hopes for Peace as It Braces for Israeli Strikes
Tehran has several plans for responding to a threatened retaliatory strike by Israel, depending on its severity, and might also do nothing, insiders say.
Iran Prepares for War but Hopes to Avert One as It Braces for Israeli Strikes
Tehran has several plans for responding to a threatened retaliatory strike by Israel, depending on its severity, and might also do nothing, insiders say.