Following a significant attack by Iran on Israel over the weekend, the United States is set to impose new sanctions targeting Tehran. National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan confirmed this response, citing the need to address Iran's aggressive actions.
The assault, which involved approximately 300 projectiles, with many believed to have originated from within Iran's territory, was largely intercepted by Israel and its allies. Iran has asserted that it launched the attack in
Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen stressed the Biden administration's commitment to using sanctions to disrupt Iran's destabilizing activities in response to the situation.
Israel is deliberating its response to the attack. The country's war cabinet recently concluded its fifth meeting on the matter without concluding. Military and diplomatic options are being carefully considered, with sources indicating that Israel's reaction is expected to be measured in scope. Regional leaders and Israel's allies have called for restraint amidst escalating tensions.
Iraq has denied involvement in the attacks despite Israeli claims that some of Iran's strikes originated from Iraqi territory. Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani refuted these allegations in an interview with CNN.
As tensions persist, the United Nations has expressed concerns over Israel's alleged obstruction of efforts to collect evidence from victims and witnesses of recent attacks by Hamas. A UN Commission of Inquiry has accused Israel of actively hindering its investigations into these incidents.
The situation in Gaza remains dire, with a recent strike targeting the Al-Maghazi refugee camp resulting in the deaths of at least 13 individuals, including seven children, according to hospital officials. Amidst ongoing violence, the US military continues its humanitarian efforts, conducting aid airdrops into Gaza to provide much-needed assistance to the affected population.
With the region on edge and diplomatic tensions running high, the international community closely monitors developments, hoping for a peaceful resolution to the escalating conflict between Iran, Israel, and their respective allies.
