Israeli-Iranian tensions spill into Tehran amid intelligence clashes
DAMASCUS, Syria (North Press) – Iranian security forces engaged on Tuesday in an armed clash with individuals suspected of having ties to Israeli intelligence in the city of Rey, south of Tehran, amid mounting tensions between Israel and Iran and growing speculation of possible U.S. involvement in support of Israel.
The confrontation comes as the Israel-Iran conflict enters its sixth consecutive day, marked by intense and reciprocal missile barrages.
Israeli warplanes have reportedly carried out multiple airstrikes targeting military facilities, energy infrastructure, and nuclear sites across Iran.
According to the Iranian semi-official Mehr News Agency, the security operation in Tehran thwarted a planned “terrorist” attack intended to strike densely populated areas of the capital.
Authorities reported that the cell’s plot was successfully foiled before it could be carried out.
In recent days, Tehran has witnessed a series of deadly car bomb attacks, resulting in significant casualties and damage.
The Iranian Fars News Agency also reported the arrest of five individuals allegedly working on behalf of Israel’s Mossad in the cities of Khorramabad, Borujerd, and Dorud. Meanwhile, the governor of Varamin, southeast of Tehran, confirmed the downing of a hostile drone near the city.
On the other side of the conflict, the Israeli military announced that it had launched a large-scale air assault the previous night, targeting a centrifuge production site along with several weapons manufacturing facilities.
According to the Israeli Defense Forces, around 50 fighter jets participated in the operation, which also struck a production plant for ballistic missile components.
Israeli estimates suggest that Iran still possesses approximately 1,800 ballistic missiles, underscoring the scale of the threat.
Israel’s Maariv newspaper reported that thousands of Israeli citizens were evacuated to safer locations following Iranian missile strikes.
In Tel Aviv, local authorities are assessing the structural damage to buildings hit by Iranian rockets, with some at risk of demolition. Hundreds of families have been relocated to hotels as a result.
Meanwhile, U.S. officials, speaking to ABC News, described the next 48 hours as critical in determining whether the crisis can be resolved diplomatically or if former President Donald Trump, now influential in U.S. foreign policy circles, will push for a military response.