The Tactics Institute for Security and Counter-Terrorism is deeply concerned over the recent escalation between Israel and Iran. Israel directly struck Iranian military targets in response to a recent Iranian ballistic missile attack. This high-stakes exchange, which targeted military sites in Tehran, Ilam, and Khuzestan provinces, has heightened fears of a broader regional conflict.

According to the Israeli military, their strikes were intended as precise retaliatory measures focused on military sites, avoiding civilian or energy infrastructure. Iranian state media confirmed explosions in multiple provinces and reported that Iranian air defences limited the damage to these sites. Two Iranian soldiers were reportedly killed in the attack.

The Tactics Institute warns that the ongoing tit-for-tat exchanges between Israel and Iran advance the potential for wider instability across the Middle East. It threatens not only the security of the immediate region but also the global economic and geopolitical landscape. Further military actions could trigger a chain reaction involving other regional actors and global superpowers.

The Tactics Institute strongly urges Israel and Iran to halt any further military action. The institute insists the international community, including the United Nations and key global players, facilitate immediate diplomatic intervention. De-escalation is crucial to prevent further loss of life and to protect regional stability. Escalating tensions will only result in further destabilization, with devastating impacts on civilians and regional security. We call upon all stakeholders to exhaust diplomatic avenues to find a peaceful resolution.