Iran targets US bases in the region, according to a statement issued Wednesday by the Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters, amid reports that the United States has launched additional waves of strikes inside Iranian territory.
The developments mark a further escalation between Tehran and Washington, with both sides issuing statements on military operations and counter-operations.
Iranian Statement on Targeting US Bases
In a statement carried by the Iraqi News Agency, Khatam al-Anbiya said several US bases in the region were targeted in response to what it described as recent American attacks on Iranian cities in the south.
The statement said the action came after a US strike in southern Iran, which Washington reportedly justified by citing the downing of a helicopter.
It warned that if the US military repeats what it called aggression against the Islamic Republic, stronger and broader attacks would be carried out against designated targets in the region.
Axios Reports Third Wave of US Strikes
Meanwhile, the US news outlet Axios reported, citing an American official, that the United States is now carrying out a third wave of strikes on Iran.
According to the report, earlier waves of attacks targeted Iranian air defense systems and radar installations.
No immediate official statement was released by the US Department of Defense confirming details of the operations.
Explosions Reported in Southern Iran
Iran’s official news agency reported multiple explosions in the southern cities of Bandar Abbas and Jask.
State television also confirmed new explosions in Jask, without providing detailed information about the nature of the targets or the extent of the damage.
Both cities are strategically located near the Strait of Hormuz, a vital route for global energy shipments.
Escalating Tensions in the Region
The latest developments point to a cycle of military escalation involving:
– Iran announcing it targeted US bases.
– Reports of successive US strike waves inside Iran.
– Explosions recorded in southern Iranian cities.
– Warnings from Tehran of broader retaliation if attacks continue.
The situation has heightened concerns over regional stability and the potential impact on maritime security and global energy markets.
Conclusion:
As Iran targets US bases and reports of new American strike waves emerge, tensions between Tehran and Washington continue to rise. With both sides signaling readiness for further action, diplomatic channels may face increasing pressure to prevent a broader confrontation.
