Tehran's night sky turned orange early Saturday as US and Israeli airstrikes struck a major oil storage facility, marking the first direct attack on Iran's energy infrastructure in recent history. Iranian state media reported multiple explosions at the Naft-e Sefid depot, with footage showing towering flames visible across the capital.
🕒 What We Know: – Blasts occurred at 1:15 AM local time (March 7) – IRGC confirmed retaliatory strikes on Haifa refinery within hours – Global oil prices surged 8% in early Monday trading
The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps vowed to continue "crushing responses," while world leaders scramble to contain escalating tensions. This comes amid already strained relations following last month's breakdown of nuclear talks in Vienna.
🌐 Global Impact: – Airlines rerouting flights away from Persian Gulf airspace – EU emergency energy meeting scheduled for Tuesday – Bitcoin surges 12% as investors seek "crisis-proof" assets
With both sides trading accusations at emergency UN sessions, analysts warn this could become 2026's first major geopolitical flashpoint. Stay tuned for updates as this story develops.
