Iran on Friday claimed that it caused major damage to a United States aircraft during a retaliatory missile and drone attack on an American air base in Saudi Arabia.
According to Iranian media, the strike targeted Prince Sultan Air Base, where a US E-3 AWACS surveillance aircraft was stationed along with other military equipment. Iran said the aircraft was destroyed in the attack.
Images released by Iran’s Press TV showed heavy damage to the plane, with only parts of the front and tail remaining. Reports say the attack included six ballistic missiles and 29 drones.
As per reports, at least 10 US personnel were injured, with two in serious condition. Several refuelling aircraft were also reportedly damaged. However, the US Central Command (CENTCOM) has not yet commented on these claims.
Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) said it used long-range and medium-range missiles along with drones to hit targets linked to US and Israeli forces. Iran also claimed that it shot down a US MQ-9 drone and hit an F-16 fighter jet, though these claims are yet to be independently confirmed.
The situation comes as the conflict between Iran, the US, and Israel continues to grow. The war began on February 28 and has now entered its second month, with repeated strikes and counter-strikes in the region.Click Here To Follow Our WhatsApp Channel
Iran has also accused US and Israeli forces of targeting its leadership and infrastructure. Meanwhile, attacks have affected civilian areas as well. Reports say strikes hit a residential area near Tehran, killing two people and injuring several others.
In southern Iran, a family of four was killed in Bushehr province, while a water facility in Khuzestan was also damaged.
The conflict has now spread beyond Saudi Arabia. Yemen’s Houthi rebels reportedly fired missiles towards Israel, raising fears of a wider regional war.
Iran also claimed that it targeted Israeli-linked facilities, including an electronic warfare centre in Haifa and a fuel storage site at Ben Gurion Airport.
The situation remains tense, with both sides continuing military actions, increasing the risk of further escalation in the region.
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