Tel Aviv Targeted as IRGC Begins ‘Operation True Promise 4’, Iranian forces launched a major wave of missile and drone attacks. The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) confirmed strikes on Tel Aviv, Haifa, and U.S. bases in the region. The operation marks a significant escalation in the Iran–Israel conflict. Tel Aviv missile attack warnings triggered air raid sirens across the city.
The IRGC stated that Operation True Promise 4 involves ballistic missile barrages and drone strikes against strategic targets. Officials said the missiles included Qadr, Emad, and Kheibar Shekan systems. The strikes demonstrate Iran’s military retaliation after U.S.-Israel military operations on Tehran and other Iranian cities. Israel’s air defence systems intercepted several projectiles, but the attacks raised fears of Iranian war casualties and broader regional conflict.
Global energy markets reacted as oil tanker security became a major concern. The Persian Gulf, Strait of Hormuz, and Gulf shipping security are under scrutiny. Analysts warn that continued Iranian retaliation attacks could disrupt oil supplies and increase global energy prices. Meanwhile, the G7 is considering a naval security squadron to protect commercial vessels amid rising Middle East geopolitical tensions.
Regional leaders, including Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, and the United Arab Emirates, condemned the attacks and called for immediate de-escalation. Iran’s military command vowed to continue strikes until the threat from Israel and the United States is neutralized. Observers note that this escalation could prolong the Middle East war and impact civilian populations across Lebanon, Syria, and other neighboring countries.
The ongoing Iran-Israel conflict escalation underscores the fragile regional security crisis. International organizations like the United Nations and the WHO are monitoring the situation closely. As Iran continues missile attacks, global attention remains on Tehran’s next moves and the potential impact on oil prices and Gulf shipping routes.
