Irans Top University Targeted in US-Israeli Military Strikes
April 6, 2026 • Al Jazeera
US and Israeli Forces Conduct Strike on Iranian Research Facility
A recent incident has involved a strike by US and Israeli forces targeting a research facility at Tehran’s Sharif University. Footage obtained from the scene shows damage to several buildings within the university.
According to reports, the attack is believed to have targeted a fuel station located near the university. This has resulted in a reported shortage of petrol in the surrounding area.
Details regarding the nature and extent of the strike are currently limited. The incident appears to have occurred at an unspecified time on [date].
Sharif University is one of Iran’s most prominent institutions for higher education, with a strong focus on scientific research. The university has been involved in various projects related to energy and other fields.
The US and Israeli governments have not commented publicly on the incident. Iranian officials have also declined to provide further information.
The strike has caused damage to several buildings at the university, including those used for research purposes. The full extent of the impact is still being assessed.
Further details regarding the circumstances surrounding the attack are expected to emerge in the coming hours and days.
Source: Al Jazeera