26 Oct 2024 | 02:08 AM UTC
Iran: Israel reports targeting of military sites in Iran Oct. 26 /update 1
Israel Defense Forces report retaliatory airstrikes against military targets in Iran as of early Oct. 26. Damage assessments ongoing.
Israel Defense Forces (IDF) stated that ongoing actions against Iran as of early Oct. 26 are precise airstrikes against military targets. Reports suggest alleged explosions in and around Tehran and Karaj in the initial strikes, followed by Shiraz in a second wave of targeting. Damage assessments are ongoing, with unconfirmed accounts suggesting potential impacts against air defense systems and/or military bases in eastern, western, and southwestern Tehran and near Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA). Iranian officials have yet to confirm casualty figures and claim that blasts that occurred were from air defense systems. Israeli military actions will reportedly continue in several stages in the coming hours.
Iran has closed its airspace until at least 09:00 IRST as a precaution; extensions are possible. Reports indicate internet outages across the country. US officials stated they had received notification ahead of the operation and confirmed that US forces were not participating in the airstrikes.
Increased security and localized ground transport disruptions will likely affect the vicinities of any confirmed explosions. Authorities will likely introduce enhanced security measures in response to the attack. Flight disruptions are likely in the coming hours, with residual delays possible in the coming days. Further isolated security incidents and attacks cannot be ruled out.
If incoming projectiles or rockets are reported or warning sirens sound in the general vicinity, report to the nearest bomb shelter and await further instructions from authorities. Stay indoors and away from windows and exterior walls if no shelter is nearby. If possible, move to a ground floor or basement. Maintain contact with diplomatic missions. Avoid all demonstrations and concentrations of security personnel. Reconfirm flights and the status of roads and border crossings. Arrive early at airports to allow additional time for processing if aviation operations are maintained. Monitor local media and abide by security forces' directives.
