France Calls for Calm as Reported Israeli Strike Hits Tehran Neighborhood Amid Escalating Iran Tensions

French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot has reiterated his country’s concern over Iran’s nuclear ambitions, calling for restraint from all sides amid rising regional tensions. 

His remarks follow a reported Israeli strike on a residential neighborhood in eastern Tehran, an attack that could mark a significant shift in Israel’s military strategy toward Iran.

Speaking in reference to a recent resolution by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), Barrot emphasized France’s repeated expressions of concern regarding Iran’s nuclear program. “France urges all parties to exercise restraint to avoid escalation,” he said, as broadcast by local media.

Meanwhile, Iran's semi-official "Nour News" reported that Israel carried out an airstrike targeting a civilian area in the Narmak district of Tehran on Sunday morning. While details remain limited, the alleged attack has raised alarm about the potential for a wider regional conflict.

The incident comes at a time of mounting tension between Iran and Israel, and appears to reflect a possible strategic shift in Israeli targeting priorities. Whereas past Israeli operations have focused largely on nuclear facilities and military infrastructure, this latest attack—if confirmed—suggests a broader scope that could include urban centers and political symbols.

In a related development, The Wall Street Journalism cited an unnamed Israeli official who suggested that even Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei is not considered immune in the ongoing campaign. “No targets in Iran are off the table,” the official reportedly said. “The goal is not just to disrupt the nuclear program but to cripple Iran’s political and military apparatus as a whole.”

The same source added that Israel believes the confrontation with Iran will only end if Tehran voluntarily dismantles its nuclear program—or loses the capability to restore it.

The statement, paired with the alleged attack in Tehran, points to a significant escalation in hostilities and a possible redefinition of Israel’s red lines. Analysts warn that a broader Israeli campaign targeting political and military leadership within Iran could trigger an unpredictable chain reaction in an already volatile Middle East.

Neither Israeli nor Iranian officials have issued official statements confirming or denying the reported strike in Tehran. However, the incident has already drawn international attention, with calls for de-escalation growing louder.