TEHRAN/TEL AVIV/AMMAN - Tensions between Iran and Israel are escalating. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi today described the Israeli attack on Iranian territory as "crossing all limits" and declared it an act of belligerent aggression. Citing the DPA news agency, he said Tehran viewed the attack as a "clear declaration of war". The incident took place in the early hours of the morning when the Israeli armed forces carried out a targeted attack on selected strategic targets in Iran. According to Israeli security sources, this was in retaliation for recent Iranian drone and missile attacks on Israeli territory. However, Israel has not yet officially confirmed responsibility for the attack.

The Iranian government has called an emergency meeting of the Security Council and has also requested that the UN Security Council be convened. Minister Araqchi stressed that Iran reserves the right to respond and "will not hesitate to defend its sovereignty". The international community is concerned about a possible escalation of conflict in the region. The Jordanian Foreign Minister said that the situation threatens the stability of the entire Middle East and called for an immediate diplomatic solution.

While Tel Aviv remains silent, there is speculation in the Israeli media about the expansion of operations to other targets outside Iranian territory. Residents in southern Israel have been urged to be vigilant and face increased security measures. Tensions between the two countries are reaching boiling point. World powers, including Russia and China, are calling for de-escalation and negotiations. Further developments could fundamentally affect the stability not only of the region but also of the global political order.

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