On Monday morning, Israel's armed forces announced the commencement of extensive air strikes targeting the Iranian regime's infrastructure in Tehran. Reports from local media indicated multiple explosions throughout the city, confirming the scale of Israel's operations. Israel's military communicated through their Telegram channel that this wave of attacks was a response to what they categorize as terrorism by the Iranian government.

Iranian state-sponsored news agency Mehr reported hearing explosions in Tehran, while Fars, an agency linked to the Iranian Revolutionary Guard, stated that air strikes were concentrated in five districts of the capital, accompanied by alarming sounds of explosions. These developments are significant as they indicate a major escalation in hostilities between Israel and Iran, with reports of substantial military actions from both sides.

The background of this conflict can be traced back to the initiation of military actions by Israel and the United States against Iran on February 28. In retaliation, Iran has conducted counterattacks on Israel and other Gulf states housing U.S. military facilities, which intensifies the regional tensions and implications for international security. The escalating violence raises concerns about the potential for a larger regional conflict and the impact on global diplomatic efforts regarding Iran.