Just 36 hours after US attack, Iran retaliates with targeted strike.
In a rapid escalation of tensions, Iran has launched a counterattack against a US military base in Syria.
Iranian state media reports that this attack occurred just 36 hours after the United States conducted strikes within Iran.
Sources confirm that a US facility in Syria, which houses American troops, was hit with mortar fire.
While the US had previously targeted Iran-linked sites in response to a perceived threat, Monday’s strike is seen as Iran’s first direct military action.
Although the Iranian leadership hasn’t officially taken responsibility, several international news sources indicate that it was a planned and coordinated move from Tehran.
The incident adds another layer of complexity to an already tense situation in the Middle East, especially when the region is on high alert due to rising tensions between Israel, Iran, and the US.
Interestingly, Iranian officials have made it clear that the attack is not related to any action involving Israel, which could signal the emergence of a new front that focuses solely on a direct confrontation between the US and Iran.
Highlights:
A US base in Syria was hit by mortars on Monday.
Iranian media described it as a direct retaliation.
The attack comes 36 hours after US action inside Iran.
Tehran is officially silent, but military circles have confirmed involvement.
Stay tuned for developments as the global reaction unfolds.