Israel Strikes Tehran Security Sites After Iranian Drone Hits US Consulate In Dubai

Israel has launched airstrikes on multiple military targets across Tehran, targeting Basij headquarters, missile launch pads, defence systems, and the supply and logistics directorate linked to Iran’s Revolutionary Guards, the Israel Defense Forces said. Spokesperson Avichay Adraee confirmed the campaign will continue to “intensify” strikes on Iranian infrastructure.

The escalation follows a drone attack on the US consulate in Dubai, captured on mobile footage and confirmed by Marco Rubio. Rubio said all personnel are safe but described the assault as a direct attack from “a terrorist regime.” Videos show black smoke rising from the consulate, with fire engulfing parts of the compound.

Meanwhile, Iran has launched ballistic missiles at Qatar, one intercepted by air defences while another struck the US base at Al Udaid. No casualties were reported. Israel has also warned civilians in southern Beirut suburbs, particularly Haret Hreik, to evacuate amid strikes targeting Hezbollah-linked buildings.

Since the US-Israeli operations began on Saturday, Iran has retaliated with attacks on US bases and regional allies. The ongoing strikes have killed at least 1,097 civilians in Iran, according to the US-based Human Rights Activists News Agency.

The conflict has caused regional shipping concerns, with the UK Maritime Trade Operations Centre reporting a projectile strike on a ship off Fujairah, UAE. The vessel sustained minor damage with no injuries to crew members.

In Kuwait, an 11-year-old girl dies after shrapnel from cross-border violence strikes a residential area, and four family members are hospitalised.

The intensifying US-Israeli-Iranian conflict signals a dangerous escalation in the Middle East, with airstrikes, missile launches, and civilian casualties raising fears of broader regional instability.