Iran’s Revolutionary Guards have confirmed that they launched ballistic missile attacks targeting espionage centers and gatherings of what they described as ‘anti-Iranian terrorist groups’ in Syria and Iraq’s Kurdistan region. The strikes, announced late on Monday by Iranian state media, have brought renewed attention to regional tensions.
Residents of the northern Iraqi city of Erbil witnessed the aftermath of the missile strikes, which Iran claims were directed at specific targets it accuses of harboring threats to its national security. The attacks underscore the ongoing complexities in the region, where various groups operate across porous borders.
According to Iranian state media, the Revolutionary Guards stated that the missile operations were successful in hitting their intended targets. There has been no immediate response from Iraqi or Kurdish officials regarding the attacks or their potential impact on civilians in the area.
Iran frequently accuses opposition groups operating in the autonomous Kurdistan region of Iraq of carrying out attacks on Iranian soil. The latest missile strikes may be a continuation of Iran’s efforts to neutralize what it perceives as security threats emanating from its neighbors.
The incident raises concerns about the stability of the region and the potential for escalation between Iran and neighboring countries. Observers will be watching closely for reactions from Iraq, Kurdish authorities, and the international community as details continue to emerge.
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Live: View of Erbil after Iran launched missiles on 'spy centres'
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