- IRGC says they responded to Israel’s attack on petrochemical plant by launching missile on similar plant in Haifa
- IRGC says Israel started a dangerous game by targeting oil industry and civilian sites
- Reports say Iran fired 30 missiles at Israel since Sunday
- Iran’s Foreign Ministry Spokesperson says overnight developments will only worsen the chaotic situation of the diplomatic process with the US
Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) said it launched a missile strike against a petrochemical facility in the Haifa area in response to Israeli attack on Iran’s petrochemical sector. The IRGC accused Israel of “starting a dangerous game” by targeting oil and petrochemical infrastructure as well as civilian sites.
The latest exchange follows Israeli strikes on Iran’s Mahshahr petrochemical complex, one of the most significant attacks on Iran’s energy sector since the April ceasefire took effect. Reports say that approximately 30 missiles have been fired at Israel since Sunday as Iran decided to retaliate against Israeli attacks on Beirut.
The renewed hostilities have also cast a shadow over ongoing diplomatic efforts between Washington and Tehran. Iran’s Foreign Ministry said the overnight developments would only deepen the already chaotic state of negotiations with the United States, echoing concerns that military escalation could derail talks that had been moving toward a potential agreement. The repeated attacks have raised doubts about whether negotiations can survive a renewed cycle of military confrontation.
The targeting of petrochemical facilities has heightened concerns in global energy markets. Oil prices surged as traders assessed the possibility that attacks on energy infrastructure could expand further. Iranian officials warned that if attacks on energy assets continue, regional ones will be targeted.
This article was written by Giuseppe Dellamotta at investinglive.com.