Fourth Day of War: Iran Attacks US Embassy in Riyadh and Israel Enters Lebanon
Tehran has multiplied its attacks against US targets in the region. Photo: AFP
TL;DR
- Israel bombed Tehran and launched a ground operation in southern Lebanon.
- Iran targeted the US embassy in Riyadh with drones, causing a fire and forcing its closure.
- The US advised its citizens to leave the Middle East due to security concerns.
- European powers were warned by Iran against involvement in the conflict.
- Iran claimed responsibility for an attack on a US airbase in Bahrain and hit Amazon data centers in Bahrain and the UAE.
- Qatar reported thwarting attacks against its international airport.
- Israel stated it conducted airstrikes against Iranian government and security council offices.
- The EU's asylum agency anticipates a large influx of refugees from Iran.
- Hezbollah reported targeting three military bases in Israel.
- Market instability is evident with rising oil and European gas prices.
- The war's objectives include preventing Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons and destroying its ballistic missile capabilities.