Jerusalem: Israel resumed its military operations against Iranian targets, continuing a series of attacks that began on Friday. Heavy explosions were reported in eastern Tehran on Saturday as both nations engaged in retaliatory strikes. The conflict has drawn significant international attention as tensions between the two countries escalate.
According to Anadolu Agency, Israeli airstrikes targeted areas near Mehrabad Airport in western Iran. Additionally, Iran's state-run IRNA news agency reported that Israel's attacks aimed at the Shahid Raisi Nuclear Power Plant in Isfahan. Meanwhile, Iran's retaliatory strikes on Israel have resulted in three fatalities and 91 injuries, according to Israeli media reports. Israel's public broadcaster Kan confirmed that a woman injured in the initial wave of missile strikes succumbed to her injuries, and two more Israelis died from a subsequent strike in central Israel.
In other international developments, Ukraine has received $1.15 billion in macro-financial assistance from the European Union. Ukrainian Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal stated that the funds, sourced from profits of frozen Russian central bank assets, represent more than just financial aid. Shmyhal described the support as a signal of Europe's commitment to strengthening Ukraine's defense and economic resilience amidst ongoing missile attacks and attempts to destabilize the country.
The international community continues to monitor the situation closely, with UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres urging both Israel and Iran to de-escalate tensions and pursue diplomatic solutions. Meanwhile, a US representative to the UN warned Iran of dire consequences should any attacks occur on American citizens or infrastructure in the region.