ensions between Iran and Israel escalated sharply on Thursday morning as several ballistic missiles struck Tel Aviv and surrounding areas. According to CNN, residential high-rises were damaged in the attack, and at least 10 people were injured and hospitalized.
Military Installations Under Attack
Iran’s state-run news agency INRA claimed that its forces targeted Israel’s Command and Intelligence Headquarters (IDF C4I) in Tel Aviv and a military intelligence office in Gav-Yam. The nearby hospital reportedly sustained minor damage, while the military offices were the main targets.
Dozens of Ballistic Missiles Fired
Israel’s military confirmed that “dozens of ballistic missiles” were launched by Iran throughout Thursday morning. Several of those reportedly landed in civilian areas, raising fears of widespread casualties and infrastructure damage.
Hospital Also Struck
A hospital in Be’er Sheva in southern Israel was also reportedly hit by an Iranian strike. Hospital officials have urged civilians to avoid visiting the facility until further notice, as damage assessments continue.
Trump’s Response Remains Unclear
With the military conflict entering its seventh day, global attention is now focused on how the United States will respond. When asked whether the U.S. would strike Iran over its nuclear activity, President Donald Trump refused to give a clear answer.
Trump said, “I might. Or I might not. Nobody knows what I’m going to do.” Sources told CNN that the U.S. is currently reviewing military options, but no final decision has been made yet.
Fallout from Israel’s Earlier Strike on Iran
Earlier this week, Israel launched an attack on Iran’s heavy water nuclear research facility in Khondab. Iran claimed that the center had already been evacuated before the strike, assuring that there’s no risk of radioactive leakage.