Iran launched multiple waves of missiles toward Israel on Tuesday, triggering air raid sirens across the country, including in Tel Aviv.
Escalation Despite Diplomatic Claims
The Israeli military confirmed the incoming attacks, with explosions reported in central areas. In Tel Aviv, a multi-storey apartment building suffered gaping holes, though it remained unclear if the damage came from a direct hit or intercepted debris.
Israel’s Fire and Rescue Service immediately began searching for trapped civilians in one damaged structure. Rescue teams also located people sheltering in another affected building. No immediate casualty figures were released.
The strikes came hours after US President Donald Trump announced he was postponing planned bombing of Iranian power plants and energy infrastructure for five days. Trump cited “very good and productive” conversations with Iranian officials as the reason for the delay.
Iran Denies Any Negotiations
Iran’s parliament speaker, Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf, quickly dismissed Trump’s statements as “fake news” designed to manipulate financial and oil markets. He insisted no talks had taken place between Tehran and Washington.
The powerful Revolutionary Guards described Trump’s comments as “worn out” psychological operations with no effect on Iran’s resolve. The Guards vowed to continue fresh attacks on US targets in the region.
Earlier, Israeli jets had struck central Tehran, hitting command centres linked to the Revolutionary Guards’ intelligence arm and the Iranian Intelligence Ministry. More than 50 additional targets, including missile storage sites, were hit overnight.
The ongoing war, which began on February 28, has already claimed over 2,000 lives. Iran has effectively closed the Strait of Hormuz, disrupting roughly 20 percent of global oil and LNG flows.
Markets reacted sharply. Oil prices, which had fallen below $100 a barrel on Monday, climbed again on Tuesday amid renewed uncertainty. Analysts described the situation as “fragile and flammable.”
European and Pakistani officials noted indirect messaging channels, with possible talks in Islamabad still under discussion. However, Iran’s public stance showed no softening.
The latest missile waves underscore the deep distrust and high stakes in the rapidly escalating Middle East conflict.