Israeli military spokesman: Israel attacked special forces headquarters of the internal security apparatus in Tehran in last 24 hours

Israeli military spokesman: Israel attacked special forces headquarters of the internal security apparatus in Tehran in last 24 hours

Israeli military forces have reported striking the special forces headquarters of the internal security apparatus in Tehran during the last 24 hours. This action comes amidst an ongoing conflict between Israel and Iran, with both sides exchanging fire and threats.

The Israeli strikes targeted the headquarters, which is part of Iran's internal security apparatus. This move is seen as an attempt to disrupt Iran's ability to manage social unrest and potential internal threats. The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) have been actively striking various Iranian military and security infrastructure sites, including missile storage and production facilities, to degrade Iran's military capabilities.

Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei has rejected calls for Iran's unconditional surrender from US President Donald Trump, and has threatened US forces if the United States intervenes in the conflict. The so-called "Axis of Resistance" has also issued threats of retaliation if the United States joins the war against Iran.

The conflict has seen a significant decrease in the volume of Iranian missile fire targeting Israel. Israeli airstrikes have reportedly forced Iran to relocate forces and use longer-range missiles, which are more difficult to transport and coordinate. The IDF has estimated that it has destroyed between 35 and 40 percent of Iran's ballistic missile stockpile and around half of its ballistic missile launchers.

The Iranian regime appears concerned about internal unrest, with reports of a near-total internet blackout across Iran on June 18. This disruption has limited the flow of information from the Iranian domestic information space.

The ongoing conflict has implications for regional stability and global financial markets. Investors and financial professionals should closely monitor developments in the Middle East and their potential impact on global energy prices and geopolitical risk.

References:
[1] https://www.understandingwar.org/backgrounder/iran-update-special-report-june-18-2025-evening-edition