Middle East War Live Ticker +++ 14:03 Videos suggest destruction of Iranian fighter jets in Tehran
Footage to Display Ruination of Iranian Aircraft Fighters
It seem like the conflict in the Middle East has taken another turn, with reports suggesting the destruction of several Iranian fighter jets at a base in Tehran. The news comes as Israel's army spokesperson, Effie Defrin, officially announces the killing of the highest-ranking commander of the Iranian Revolutionary Guards, Ali Shadmani.
Politics & War of Words
- Conflicting Parties: As the events unfold, each party involved in the conflict is trying to gain the upper hand in the narrative. Israel's Defense Minister Israel Katz warned Iran's spiritual leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, that he could face the same fate as the former Iraqi dictator Saddam Hussein. Ayatollah Khamenei, on the other hand, emphasized Iran's right to defend itself against Israeli aggression.
- Foreign Intervention: Jordanian King Abdullah II warned of the escalation of tensions beyond the Middle East, highlighting the risk of "escalating tensions in my region and beyond". Meanwhile, US President Donald Trump issued a warning to Iran, saying "the gloves are off" if Iran attacks US troops in the Middle East.
- Media Perspective: Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman Ismail Baghai harshly criticized statements from the G7, stating that they ignored the "flagrant aggression of Israel" against Iran. Military expert Joachim Weber estimated that Israel was doing the dirty work in Iran while the USA created the threat in the background.
Drone Attacks & Diplomatic Moves
- Iranian Cyber Attacks: The Iranian Revolutionary Guard claimed to have targeted the headquarters of Israel's Mossad intelligence agency in Herzliya in an attack on Israel. They also reported using drones "equipped with precise destruction and targeting capabilities" to destroy strategic positions in Tel Aviv and Haifa.
- Possible Dialogue: China called for more influential countries to engage in the conflict to clarify the situation, advising against any actions that could escalate tensions. Meanwhile, US President Donald Trump hinted at the possibility of future negotiations with Iran, stating that "I haven't said I'm seeking a ceasefire".
- Chinese Evacuation Advice: Amid the escalation, China advised its citizens to leave Israel via Jordan as soon as possible due to the security situation.
Additional Developments
- Other Casualties: In a separate incident, reports suggest that 21 people were killed in an attack in the western Iranian city of Lorestan, with "intruders" being blamed for the incident. The identity of these intruders remains unclear.
- Ongoing Aggression: Iran continued its attacks on Israel, launching a wave of drone attacks following its overnight rocket strikes. Israel responded by escalating its attacks in Iran, reportedly destroying "dozens of storage facilities and launch sites for surface-to-surface missiles and surface-to-air missile systems" in the western part of the country.
Sources: ntv.de, ino/dpa/AFP/rts
The European Union, amidst the escalating war-and-conflicts in the Middle East, is also calling for a European strategy for the fight against terrorism. This call follows the series of events, including the destruction of Iranian fighter jets and the killing of the high-ranking commander of the Iranian Revolutionary Guards, which have significant implications for politics and general news.
