Iran Fires Ballistic Missiles Toward Israel, U.S. Regional Forces At Heightened Alert

MIDDLE EAST — Iranian forces launched multiple waves of ballistic missiles toward Israeli territory beginning June 7. Israeli air defense systems engaged the missiles while sirens activated across several areas through June 8.

The strikes marked the first direct Iranian missile attack on Israel since the April ceasefire. Islamic Republic of Iran Broadcasting (IRIB) and Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters channels designated the operation as Operation True Promise 5, describing it as a conditional response to Israeli strikes on Hezbollah targets in Beirut’s Dahieh suburb earlier on June 7.

Iranian Missile Salvos Trigger Nationwide Alert As Defenses Engage

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) reported identification of missiles launched from Iran toward Israel on June 7, with defensive systems engaging immediately and nationwide alerts following subsequent volleys on June 8.

U.S. Air Force units across the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Jordan, and Kuwait placed personnel on heightened alert status.

At Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar, the 379th Air Expeditionary Wing (AEW) directed transition to uniform force-protection posture level 2 with Individual Protective Equipment available within two minutes, effective immediately on the evening of June 7 local time.

The 379th Air Expeditionary Wing directive stated, “For Al Udeid AB, Qatar: Effective immediately, the 379 AEW/CC has directed uniform posture 2, Individual Protective Equipment (IPE) available within 2 minutes.”

Qatar’s Civil Aviation Authority issued Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) actions on June 7 requiring aircraft in the Doha Flight Information Region to use designated alternate waypoints and routes avoiding certain airways near the Iranian border.

The measures remain effective through June 14. Hamad International Airport continued normal operations under adjusted routing according to reviewed civil aviation actions.

Iraqi authorities addressed closure of airspace and suspension of navigation at Baghdad International Airport on June 8, aligning with broader regional aviation restrictions implemented during the exchange.

Israeli forces conducted strikes on IRGC facilities and positions in northwestern Iran, including areas near Tabriz. Reporting described explosions consistent with strike activity near IRGC compounds and the airport area. Iranian state-linked channels reported air defense activity in response.

Official Statements

• Israel Defense Forces official Telegram (June 8): “A short while ago, the IDF identified missiles launched from Iran toward the territory of the State of Israel. Defensive systems are operating to intercept the threat.”

• Israel Defense Forces official Telegram (June 8): “A short while ago, sirens were sounded in several areas across the country, following the identification of missiles launched from Iran toward the State of Israel.” “At this time, the Israeli Air Force is operating to intercept and strike threats where necessary to remove the threat.” “The defense is not hermetic, and therefore it is essential that the public continue to adhere to the Home Front Command’s guidelines.”

• Israel Defense Forces official Telegram (June 8): “An additional barrage of missiles was launched toward the State of Israel.” “The IDF repeats and emphasizes not to publish and share the footage and locations of hits.”

• Israel Defense Forces official Telegram (June 8): “The IDF intercepted all missiles from Iran thus far.” “The IDF has currently identified additional launches fired toward the State of Israel.”

• Israel Defense Forces official Telegram (June 8): “Following the situational assessment, the Home Front Command has announced that it is now permitted to leave protected spaces in all areas across the country and to remain near them.”

• Israel Defense Forces official Telegram (June 8): “Following the IDF strike in Beirut and upon the conclusion of a situational assessment, the IDF is preparing for potential fire toward the territory of the State of Israel in the coming hours.”

• Israel Defense Forces official Telegram (June 8): “Earlier today, following Hezbollah’s attack, the IDF conducted a precise strike targeting a Hezbollah terrorist organization command center where Hezbollah terrorists were operating, in the area of the Dahieh.”

• U.S. Air Force, 379th Air Expeditionary Wing, Al Udeid Air Base (June 7): “For Al Udeid AB, QATAR: Effective immediately, the 379 AEW/CC has directed UNIFORM POSTURE 2, Individual Protective Equipment (IPE) available within 2 minutes.”

• Iranian Foreign Ministry (June 7, via Iranian state broadcaster Press TV): “The Islamic Republic’s defensive strikes against military targets in the northern occupied territories were carried out within the framework of inherent self-defense under Article 51 of the UN Charter, following repeated ceasefire violations by the Zionist government.”

• Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (June 7, via Iranian state broadcaster Press TV): “In response to the extensive crime of the usurping Zionist government in southern Lebanon, the killing and mass displacement of the oppressed people of Tyre, Nabatieh and other areas, including Dahiyeh Beirut, the Ramat David airbase, the origin of these aggressions, was targeted by ballistic missiles of the IRGC Aerospace Force.”

• Ali Akbar Velayati, adviser to Iran’s Leader (June 7, via Iranian state broadcaster Press TV Telegram): Israel’s strike in Beirut triggered the first phase of a “sequential response.” He said the “axis of resistance” has the capability to close key sea lanes.