US and Israeli forces conduct airstrikes in Iran region

March 5, 2026 • Al Jazeera

US and Israeli forces conduct airstrikes in Iran region

US and Israeli Forces Conduct Airstrikes in Iran

Multiple airstrikes were reported in Iran on Tuesday, with strikes hitting the city of Sanandaj and the capital, Tehran. The attacks sent flames and smoke billowing into the night sky.

According to eyewitnesses, the strikes occurred near a media centre in Sanandaj, causing significant damage to the surrounding area. Additionally, multiple targets across Tehran were hit, resulting in widespread destruction.

Details on the nature of the strikes and their intended target are not yet available. However, officials from both the US and Israel have confirmed that they carried out the attacks.

The airstrikes occurred at approximately [time] local time, with reports suggesting that the strikes lasted for several minutes. The extent of any casualties or damage is currently unknown.

Local authorities have issued a statement confirming the incident, but no further information has been released. The situation remains under investigation.

It is worth noting that this is not the first instance of US-Israeli cooperation on military operations in Iran. Previous incidents have occurred in recent years, with both countries maintaining a policy of secrecy surrounding their actions.

The exact nature and motivations behind Tuesday’s airstrikes remain unclear at this time.

Source: Al Jazeera