"The Islamic Republic of Iran must respond; its territory has been violated, and it cannot afford to remain inactive," a former IRGC commander insisted.
Hacked documents allegedly reveal Iran's regional and domestic strategies, including post-Gaza war dynamics, international sanctions and brutal crackdowns.
The internet blackout started in Iran following nationwide demonstrations that engulfed the country in protest to the death of the 22-year-old Mahsa Amini.
While not the first instance of the IRGC striking outside Iran's territory, the intensity, targets, and timing of these attacks prompted broad scrutiny.
The establishment in Iran seemed to step back from its aggressive rhetoric against Israel, distancing itself from the military actions of its regional proxies.
Amid growing opposition to Israel's war on Gaza, an Iranian Rabbi drew parallels between the actions of the Zionist regime in Palestine and the brutality unleashed by ISIS in Iraq and Syria.
Amwaj Media's report on secret Tehran meetings among leaders of Iranian-backed military groups in the Middle East signals Iran's preparedness for further military confrontation, suggesting a shift toward hardline leadership within the armed groups.
In the protest, members of the Iranian Jewish community held placards with slogans that highlighted their stance, such as "Do not commit crimes in the name of Judaism" and "We urge the international community to help the people of Gaza."