The situation between Iran and Israel unraveled just hours after a declared ceasefire. Israel conducted an airstrike on an Iranian radar site near Tehran on Tuesday. According to Axios, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu made it clear to U.S. President Donald Trump that avoiding retaliation was not an option, and Israel needed to respond to Iran's actions.
Israel Strikes Iranian Radar Site
This action is described by Israel as a 'limited counteroffensive.' The Israeli government claims the strike was a response to Iran's breach of the ceasefire by launching two ballistic missiles. Meanwhile, Iranian media outlets Mizan and Shargh have reported attacks on the northern Iranian city of Babolsar. Additionally, Israeli Army Radio confirmed that a radar site near Tehran was targeted.
Trump Voices Discontent
While speaking to the media on the White House lawn, Trump expressed his displeasure over the situation. He remarked on the Iran-Israel war with angry words, suggesting, 'They've been at it so long, they have lost sight of their actions.'
'I Said, Don't Drop Bombs'
Trump stated his disappointment with both sides, particularly Israel, for acting despite the ceasefire. He emphasized, 'I was clear—do not drop bombs, call back your pilots.' Regardless, the attack occurred.
Iran has issued a warning that their response will be swift and 'twice as devastating.' The Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) announced that this is not just a warning, but a beginning.
