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Background: Origins of the Escalation
On June 13, 2025, Israel launched Operation Rising Lion, a pre-emptive air assault targeting over 100 sites across Iran—covering nuclear facilities (Natanz, Isfahan, Fordow), missile infrastructure, air defenses, and the Defence Ministry and oil depots in Tehran, The coordinated strike reportedly involved 200+ aircraft deploying over 330 munitions, and included covert operations by Mossad to penetrate Iranian air defenses and deploy drones. Iran confirmed several senior generals and nuclear scientists were killed.
Iran’s Retaliation: Operation “True Promise III”
In direct response on the evening of June 13, Iran launched Operation True Promise III, firing 150+ ballistic missiles and 100+ drones toward Israel. Additional strikes came from Houthi-affiliated forces in Yemen, targeting Jerusalem. Israel, along with assistance from U.S. systems, intercepted many incoming threats before they could hit strategic targets . But numerous missiles struck urban and industrial areas—Haifa, Bat Yam, Tamra, Tel Aviv, and central Israel.
Human and Material Toll
Israeli casualties and damage (June 14–15):
• At least 10–13 Israelis killed, including a woman in her 20s in Western Galilee, and multiple civilians in Bat Yam and Tamra.
• Hundreds injured—estimates range from ~63 to over 270.
• Infrastructure damage: oil refinery in Haifa, civilian apartments (notably in Bat Yam and Tel Aviv), and military sites including the IDF headquarters .
Iranian casualties and damage from Israeli strikes:
• Over 78 to 104 killed, including senior military figures and nuclear scientists.
• Damage to nuclear sites in Natanz, Isfahan, Fordow, and various military installations.
Diplomatic Disruption & Global Response
• Nuclear negotiations paused: A planned round of U.S.–Iran indirect talks in Oman was canceled post-strikes.
• International alarm: UK and France deployed military assets; airspace closures ensued. UN Secretary-General Guterres and other leaders called for restraint.
• U.S. involvement: While denying direct participation, Washington provided missile defense support and warned Iran against targeting U.S. interests . Former President Trump reaffirmed U.S. backing for Israel and threatened severe reprisal. though White House asserts U.S. not initial aggressor .
Risks and Future Outlook
• Netanyahu warns: Israel vows to escalate until Iranian threats cease .
• Analysts fear spiral: Experts caution the crisis might trigger a broader regional war—or even wider conflict .
• Regional fallout: Oil prices surged; ships rerouted. Spillover threats loom over Syria, Iraq, and maritime chokepoints .
• Humanitarian impact: Gaza war worsens; civilian suffering grows amid military and infrastructure chokepoints.
Attached is a news article regarding Israel under fire from Iran launch of hundreds of missile
https://amp.cnn.com/cnn/2025/06/13/middleeast/iran-attacks-israel-intl-latam
Article written and configured by Christopher Stanley
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