Asaluyeh: A US-Israeli strike targeted Iran's South Pars petrochemical complex in the southwestern energy hub of Asaluyeh, according to Iranian media reports. The strike reportedly led to explosions at the site.

According to Anadolu Agency, the Fars News Agency reported significant explosions following the strike. The semi-official Mehr News Agency detailed that the attacks hit petrochemical facilities in Asaluyeh, specifically mentioning the Jam and Damavand plants.

The Tasnim news agency noted that the Mobin and Damavand companies, responsible for supplying electricity, water, and oxygen to the petrochemical plants in Asaluyeh, were among those targeted. However, the Pars Petrochemical Company reportedly sustained no damage. Iranian media indicated that the disruption to these utility providers is expected to halt power supply to all petrochemical plants in the area until restoration efforts are completed.

A deputy governor of Bushehr province confirmed damage to several petrochemical production units within the South Pars Special Economic Energy Zone. While assessing the extent of the damage, he stated that no casualties have been reported thus far.

Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz confirmed the military's involvement, stating that the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) struck what he referred to as Iran's largest petrochemical facility. His comments, as reported by the Yedioth Ahronoth newspaper, underscored that the targeted facilities constitute about 85% of Iran's petrochemical exports and are now non-operational.

The strike adds to regional tensions, which have been escalating since a US-Israeli joint offensive on Iran began on February 28, resulting in over 1,340 casualties, including the death of then-Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. In retaliation, Tehran has launched drone and missile strikes targeting Israel and other countries, and restricted movement through the Strait of Hormuz.