In a coordinated operation, the United States and Israel have jointly struck key Iranian oil refineries and storage depots, causing spectacular explosions and uncontrollable fires across the Tehran metropolitan area. The Shahran refinery and several major fuel distribution centers were hit in rapid succession, with satellite imagery showing thick smoke columns rising for miles. Pentagon spokespeople stated the facilities were critical nodes in Iran’s military supply network.

Iranian officials described the strikes as “barbaric aggression aimed at starving the Iranian people,” reporting civilian casualties and environmental damage from burning oil. Rescue teams worked through the night as secondary explosions continued.

The attacks have triggered a sharp rise in global energy prices and raised fears of a wider supply crisis affecting Europe and Asia. Analysts warn that prolonged targeting of energy infrastructure could push oil above $110 per barrel within days.

International reactions have been mixed — European leaders urged restraint while Gulf states quietly expressed relief at reduced Iranian threat levels. The situation remains extremely fluid with new strikes reported hourly.