Media: Israel Denies Airstrikes on Iran

Source: Global Times
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Xinhua News Agency, Jerusalem, April 23 (Reporter Pang Xinyi, Wang Zhuolun) Multiple Israeli media outlets reported on the evening of the 23rd, citing sources, that Israel did not launch airstrikes against Iran that night.

The Israel Times website quoted an Israeli security official that evening saying, "Israel did not carry out an attack on Iran." Channel 12 television also cited military sources stating that Israel "will not attack Iran at this time."

According to Iranian media reports, on the evening of the 23rd local time, explosions were heard over the Iranian capital Tehran, and the air defense system was activated, firing at "hostile targets."

Classification
Region
West Asia
Analytical Domain
Informational
Primary Category
Information Operations
SALUTE Report
Size
Not applicable
Activity
Israel denies conducting airstrikes against Iran
Location
Tehran
Unit
Israeli Defense Forces
Time
April 23, 2023
Equipment
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Summary

Israel denied conducting airstrikes against Iran on the evening of April 23, 2023. Israeli media cited a security official confirming that there were no attacks. Meanwhile, Iranian media reported explosions in Tehran, indicating the activation of air defense systems targeting perceived threats.

Key Facts
  • Israeli media reported that Israel did not conduct airstrikes on Iran on the evening of April 23, 2023.
  • An Israeli security official stated that Israel is not currently attacking Iran.
  • Iranian media reported explosions in Tehran and activation of air defense systems targeting 'hostile targets'.