Israel Attack Iran President Masoud Pezeshkian Injured
The attack on President Pezeshkian has sparked widespread condemnation, with Iranian authorities criticizing Western and Israeli-affiliated media outlets for ignoring the "blatant act of state terrorism." The incident has also raised questions about the role of intelligence gathering in the conflict and the potential for future attacks.
Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian was lightly wounded in an Israeli air strike on a meeting of the Supreme National Security Council in Tehran, sparking an investigation into possible Israeli espionage and raising questions about the accuracy of intelligence used in the attack.
The strike, which occurred on June 15, targeted the heads of the three branches of government and was carried out using six missiles, blocking escape routes and cutting off air flow. However, Iranian officials managed to escape through a pre-designated emergency hatch, with President Pezeshkian sustaining minor leg injuries during the evacuation. The incident has led to speculation about the presence of Israeli spies within Iran, with the government launching an investigation into the matter.
The attack occurred during a 12-day armed conflict between Israel and Iran, which resulted in significant casualties on both sides. At least 606 deaths and 5,332 injuries were reported in Iran, while Israel suffered at least 29 deaths and 3,400 injuries. The conflict has also stalled nuclear talks between Iran and the US, which were scheduled to take place just two days after the attack.
Israel has denied attempting to kill President Pezeshkian, with Defence Minister Israel Katz stating that "regime change" was not a goal of the war. However, the accuracy of the intelligence used in the attack has raised concerns about the possibility of Israeli infiltration within Iran, with Iranian authorities suspecting an internal leak.
The incident has significant implications for the region, highlighting the ongoing tensions between Israel and Iran. As the investigation into the attack continues, it remains to be seen how the situation will unfold and what consequences will arise from this latest escalation in the conflict.