In the ongoing escalation between Israel and Iran, recent Israeli airstrikes have reportedly struck sensitive sites in Tehran, including facilities linked to Iran’s nuclear program. According to reports from Israel’s Channel 12, nuclear labs and research sites in the Iranian capital were among the targets hit in the latest wave of operations.
The strikes form part of a broader joint U.S.-Israel military campaign that has intensified since late February 2026, focusing on degrading Iran’s ballistic missile capabilities, air defenses, and nuclear infrastructure.
Background of the Conflict
Tensions trace back to long-standing concerns over Iran’s nuclear ambitions, heightened by events in 2024–2025, including missile exchanges and prior strikes on sites like Natanz and Fordow. The current phase, sometimes referred to in reports as part of “Operation Epic Fury” (U.S.-led elements), aims to prevent Iran from advancing toward nuclear breakout capability.
Iran has responded with retaliatory missile and drone attacks on Israel, U.S. bases in the region, and Gulf allies, expanding the conflict’s reach. Casualties and damage have been reported on multiple fronts, with disruptions to energy supplies and regional travel.