Israel Begins New "Wave of Strikes" in Tehran In a dramatic escalation, Israel has launched a new wave of strikes against targets in Iran, following the failure of a US Senate bid to limit President Trump's war powers. The surprise move comes as tensions continue to simmer between the two nations over issues such as nuclear development and regional influence. The Israeli military struck several targets in Tehran overnight, according to reports from both sides. While details are still emerging, sources suggest that the attacks may have been aimed at Iranian missile production facilities and other key infrastructure. Meanwhile, back in Washington, a US Senate bid to limit President Trump's war powers has fallen short of the required 60 votes needed for passage. The move was seen as an attempt to curb the President's ability to launch military strikes without congressional approval, following his actions against Iran earlier this year. The failure of the Senate bid is likely to be seen as a boost to the Israeli government, which has long been at odds with Tehran over issues such as nuclear development and regional influence. The two nations have been locked in a state of heightened tension for months, following the US withdrawal from the 2015 Iran nuclear deal. Tensions escalated further last week, when the US launched airstrikes against Iranian-backed militia groups in Iraq and Syria, sparking widespread anger across the region. In response, Iran vowed to take "revenge" against the US and its allies, prompting concerns of a wider conflict. The Israeli military has been on high alert for months, with troops deployed along the borde...#Iraq #Israel #Iran #Washington #President_Trump #Syria #Lebanon #European_Union #Tehran #US_Senate #United_Nations #Antnio_Guterres
