Israeli Forces Conduct Overnight Air Strikes on Iran’s Presidential Office and Security Council in Tehran

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) announced on Tuesday that its air force carried out precision air strikes overnight in the heart of Tehran, targeting key components of Iran’s government and security apparatus.

In an official statement, the IDF said munitions were dropped on Iran’s Presidential Office and the Supreme National Security Council building, structures regarded as central to the Islamic Republic’s leadership and strategic command.

The strikes are part of what Israel describes as a broader military campaign against Iran’s regime, marking a significant escalation in hostilities between the two countries. According to the military, the targeted “leadership complex” is where senior officials regularly convene on matters of national security and defence.

The IDF statement also said it struck other parts of the compound used by Iran’s security decision-making bodies and facilities for training senior Iranian military officers.

The Israeli military’s announcement follows days of heightened tensions after earlier U.S.–Israeli operations in Iran that reportedly killed Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei; a move that triggered regional condemnation and retaliation from Iranian forces.

Iranian authorities have not yet publicly confirmed details of the latest strikes, including casualties or the extent of infrastructure damage. Analysts warn that the strikes could further destabilize an already volatile region, with potential repercussions for global security and energy markets.

As of this writing, diplomatic responses from Tehran and other world capitals continue to unfold, with international observers urging restraint amid fears of broader escalation.