Iran Launches New Wave of Airstrikes Across Middle East, Targeting Israel and US Bases

Tehran. Iran launched a new phase of airstrikes across the Middle East early Sunday morning. CNN teams reported hearing sounds of explosions in various capital cities and major urban centers. According to Iran's semi-official Tasnim News Agency, Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has conducted the sixth phase of missile and drone attacks targeting Israel and US bases in the Middle East region.

The Israeli military stated that they have identified the missiles launched from Iran and that their defensive systems are operational. Sirens sounded continuously in central and southern Israel. It was reported that many explosion sounds were heard throughout the morning in Dubai, and smoke was visible in the sky. Fire broke out due to debris from a drone interception at Dubai's Jebel Ali Port, a commercial hub.

A relatively large explosion was heard in Doha, Qatar, at 7:30 AM local time. According to Qatar's Ministry of Interior, 16 people were injured, and material damage was limited in some areas. CNN has confirmed videos showing smoke rising near the Crown Plaza Hotel in Manama, Bahrain. Bahrain's Ministry of Interior sounded sirens and warned residents to remain calm and move to the nearest safe location.

Images emerged showing black smoke rising from Erbil Airport in Iraq. According to Iraq's Fars News Agency, heavy explosions were heard in the city early Sunday morning. These incidents have further escalated regional tensions and indicate that the security and political situation will become more complex in the coming days.