Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Monday (June 16) said that Israel was “changing the face of the Middle East” with its military operations against the Iranian regime, which could bring “radical changes” for Tehran.&nbsp;“We are changing the face of the Middle East, and that can lead to radical changes inside Iran itself,” he said in a press conference. The Israeli prime minister also outlined Israel’s strikes against Iranian nuclear and military targets.&nbsp;Netanyahu said that Iranians’ perception of their government had changed, adding that they now saw it was “much weaker than they thought.”&nbsp;“They understand that the regime is much weaker than they thought – they realise it, and that could lead to results,” he said.&nbsp;Israel on Friday (Jun 13) launched strikes against Iran, targeting several sites across the country. Following this, Iran launched retaliatory attacks against Israel, sparking fears of a larger regional conflict.&nbsp;“We have eliminated Iran's security leadership, including three chiefs of staff, the commander of their air force, two intelligence chiefs,” Netanyahu added. “We are eliminating them, one after the other.”&nbsp;Israel was “pursuing three main objectives: the elimination of the nuclear programme, the elimination of ballistic missile production capability, and the elimination of the axis of terrorism,” he said, referring to Iranian-backed militant groups in the Middle East.&nbsp;“We will do what is necessary to achieve these goals, and we are well coordinated with the United States,” he said.&nbsp;Iran’s state TV reported that Iran launched a fresh wave of drone and missile attacks targeting Tel Aviv and Haifa, two major cities of Israel. The hostilities between the two nations have continued for the fourth day.&nbsp;Following Iranian strikes, all oil refineries in the Haifa Bay were shut down, and three people were killed. Meanwhile, the Iranian Red Crescent said that an Israeli air strike in northwest Tehran killed three rescuers.&nbsp;Iran has said at least 224 people have been killed and more than 1,200 wounded due to Israeli strikes. The Israeli prime minister’s office reported that 24 people have been killed while 300 have been injured due to Iran’s missiles and drone attacks.

“We are changing the face of the Middle East,” he said during a press conference. The Israeli prime minister also outlined Israel’s strikes against Iranian nuclear and military targets.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Monday (June 16) said that Israel was “changing the face of the Middle East” with its military operations against the Iranian regime, which could bring “radical changes” for Tehran. “We are changing the face of the Middle East, and that can lead to radical changes inside Iran itself,” he said in a press conference. The Israeli prime minister also outlined Israel’s strikes against Iranian nuclear and military targets. Netanyahu said that Iranians’ perception of their government had changed, adding that they now saw it was “much weaker than they thought.” “They understand that the regime is much weaker than they thought – they realise it, and that could lead to results,” he said. Israel on Friday (Jun 13) launched strikes against Iran, targeting several sites across the country. Following this, Iran launched retaliatory attacks against Israel, sparking fears of a larger regional conflict. “We have eliminated Iran's security leadership, including three chiefs of staff, the commander of their air force, two intelligence chiefs,” Netanyahu added. “We are eliminating them, one after the other.” Israel was “pursuing three main objectives: the elimination of the nuclear programme, the elimination of ballistic missile production capability, and the elimination of the axis of terrorism,” he said, referring to Iranian-backed militant groups in the Middle East. “We will do what is necessary to achieve these goals, and we are well coordinated with the United States,” he said. Iran’s state TV reported that Iran launched a fresh wave of drone and missile attacks targeting Tel Aviv and Haifa, two major cities of Israel. The hostilities between the two nations have continued for the fourth day. Following Iranian strikes, all oil refineries in the Haifa Bay were shut down, and three people were killed. Meanwhile, the Iranian Red Crescent said that an Israeli air strike in northwest Tehran killed three rescuers. Iran has said at least 224 people have been killed and more than 1,200 wounded due to Israeli strikes. The Israeli prime minister’s office reported that 24 people have been killed while 300 have been injured due to Iran’s missiles and drone attacks.

“We are changing the face of the Middle East,” he said during a press conference. The Israeli prime minister also outlined Israel’s strikes against Iranian nuclear and military targets.

Killing Iran’s military leaders ‘one by one’: Netanyahu says Israel ‘changing face of Middle East’

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has called on the United States to continue supporting Israel in its offensive against Iran, warning that Tehran poses a direct threat to America as well.<h2>‘America should stand with the good’, says Israeli PM</h2>In an interview, Netanyahu argued that eliminating Iran’s nuclear programme is not only vital for Israel’s safety but also crucial for global security.“Today, it’s Tel Aviv. Tomorrow, it’s New York. Look, I understand ‘America First’. I don’t understand ‘America Dead’,” Netanyahu said. “That’s what these people want. They chant ‘Death to America.’ So we’re doing something that is in the service of mankind, of humanity, and it’s a battle of good against evil. America does, should, and does stand with the good. That’s what President Trump is doing, and I deeply appreciate his support,” he added.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-iran-war-netanyahu-says-killing-iran-s-supreme-leader-khamenei-would-end-war-not-escalate-it-1750095901642">Israel-Iran war: Netanyahu says KILLING Iran’s Supreme Leader Khamenei would end war, not escalate it</a><h2>Netanyahu rejects Iran’s peace overtures as ‘fake talks’</h2>Netanyahu dismissed recent reports that Tehran has sent messages expressing willingness to resume nuclear negotiations. He referred to them as deceptive moves aimed at buying time.“I’m not surprised. I mean, they want to continue to have these fake talks in which they lie, they cheat, they string the US along. And, you know, we have very solid intel on that,” he said.He claimed Iran’s true aim is to continue building nuclear weapons and expanding its ballistic missile stockpile. “They want to continue to create the two existential threats against Israel while they’re talking. That’s not going to happen,” he said.<h2>Netanyahu hits back at critics in the US</h2>The Israeli leader also responded to critics within the US who argue that America should stay out of the conflict. Conservative commentator Tucker Carlson recently wrote that “The United States should not at any level participate in a war with Iran. No funding, no American weapons, no troops on the ground.”Netanyahu strongly disagreed saying, “We’re not just fighting our enemy. We’re fighting your enemy. For God’s sake, they chant, ‘Death to Israel, death to America.’ We’re simply on their way. And this could reach America soon.”Reiterating his appreciation for American support, Netanyahu said, “We’re taking the action. America is supporting us in defense. Deeply, deeply appreciated. But this is a threat to the entire world.”He continued, “It’s a threat to Israel; as I said — to our Arab neighbours; to Europe; to America. They chant ‘Death to America.’ It’s — ‘This is not your business’? This is not myopia. This is utter blindness.”He added, “Sometimes you have to take a stand against evil. And that’s what the American people instinctively understand. Most of them, I have to say. And that’s what President Trump understands. We cannot let that happen.”

Netanyahu strongly disagreed saying, “We’re not just fighting our enemy. We’re fighting your enemy. For God’s sake, they chant, ‘Death to Israel, death to America.’ We’re simply on their way. And this could reach America soon.”

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has called on the United States to continue supporting Israel in its offensive against Iran, warning that Tehran poses a direct threat to America as well. ‘America should stand with the good’, says Israeli PM In an interview, Netanyahu argued that eliminating Iran’s nuclear programme is not only vital for Israel’s safety but also crucial for global security. “Today, it’s Tel Aviv. Tomorrow, it’s New York. Look, I understand ‘America First’. I don’t understand ‘America Dead’,” Netanyahu said. “That’s what these people want. They chant ‘Death to America.’ So we’re doing something that is in the service of mankind, of humanity, and it’s a battle of good against evil. America does, should, and does stand with the good. That’s what President Trump is doing, and I deeply appreciate his support,” he added. Also read | Israel-Iran war: Netanyahu says KILLING Iran’s Supreme Leader Khamenei would end war, not escalate it Netanyahu rejects Iran’s peace overtures as ‘fake talks’ Netanyahu dismissed recent reports that Tehran has sent messages expressing willingness to resume nuclear negotiations. He referred to them as deceptive moves aimed at buying time. “I’m not surprised. I mean, they want to continue to have these fake talks in which they lie, they cheat, they string the US along. And, you know, we have very solid intel on that,” he said. He claimed Iran’s true aim is to continue building nuclear weapons and expanding its ballistic missile stockpile. “They want to continue to create the two existential threats against Israel while they’re talking. That’s not going to happen,” he said. Netanyahu hits back at critics in the US The Israeli leader also responded to critics within the US who argue that America should stay out of the conflict. Conservative commentator Tucker Carlson recently wrote that “The United States should not at any level participate in a war with Iran. No funding, no American weapons, no troops on the ground.” Netanyahu strongly disagreed saying, “We’re not just fighting our enemy. We’re fighting your enemy. For God’s sake, they chant, ‘Death to Israel, death to America.’ We’re simply on their way. And this could reach America soon.” Reiterating his appreciation for American support, Netanyahu said, “We’re taking the action. America is supporting us in defense. Deeply, deeply appreciated. But this is a threat to the entire world.” He continued, “It’s a threat to Israel; as I said — to our Arab neighbours; to Europe; to America. They chant ‘Death to America.’ It’s — ‘This is not your business’? This is not myopia. This is utter blindness.” He added, “Sometimes you have to take a stand against evil. And that’s what the American people instinctively understand. Most of them, I have to say. And that’s what President Trump understands. We cannot let that happen.”

Netanyahu strongly disagreed saying, “We’re not just fighting our enemy. We’re fighting your enemy. For God’s sake, they chant, ‘Death to Israel, death to America.’ We’re simply on their way. And this could reach America soon.”

'Today, it’s Tel Aviv. Tomorrow, it’s New York': Netanyahu says US must back Israel or face Iran’s wrath next

Israel and Iran have continued exchanging deadly strikes for the fourth consecutive day, raising fears of a prolonged and wider conflict in the Middle East.<h2>Iran warns of historic missile assault on Israeli territory</h2>On Monday, the Israeli military reported that Iran launched another round of missiles towards northern Israel, triggering air raid sirens across the region.“A short while ago, sirens sounded in several areas in northern Israel following the identification of missiles launched from Iran toward the State of Israel,” the Israeli army said in a statement.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/watch-iran-state-tv-goes-dark-anchor-flees-after-israeli-strike-hits-during-live-broadcast-great-iran-will-not-be-silenced-says-irib-1750091479602">WATCH | Iran state TV goes dark, anchor flees after Israeli strike hits during live broadcast; 'great Iran will not be silenced'&nbsp;says&nbsp;IRIB</a>Shortly after the latest attacks, Iranian state media reported that Tehran is preparing for “the largest and most intense missile attack in history on Israeli soil.”<h2>Israel hits Iran’s state TV headquarters</h2>Earlier the same day, the Israeli Air Force bombed the headquarters of Iran’s state broadcaster, IRIB, in Tehran. The strike took place during a live programme, interrupting the broadcast and forcing the presenter to flee the studio.The attack came after Israel’s Defence Minister Israel Katz warned that Iran’s “propaganda and incitement mouthpiece” would be made to disappear.Katz also issued a direct warning to Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, declaring that Israel would “strike everywhere” against Iran’s leadership.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-iran-war-an-donald-trump-tells-iran-to-make-a-deal-before-it-s-too-late-as-israel-pounds-tehran-1750090399348">'Iran is not winning this war': Trump tells Iran to make a deal before 'it’s too late’ as Israel pounds Tehran</a><h2>Netanyahu claims Israeli air dominance over Tehran</h2>Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Monday that the Israeli Air Force “controls the skies over Tehran” and that the military campaign is “on the way” to eliminating Iran’s nuclear and missile capabilities.Netanyahu also stressed that Israel is focusing its attacks on government-linked targets, while accusing Iran of deliberately targeting Israeli civilians.

On Monday, the Israeli military reported that Iran launched another round of missiles towards northern Israel, triggering air raid sirens across the region.

Israel and Iran have continued exchanging deadly strikes for the fourth consecutive day, raising fears of a prolonged and wider conflict in the Middle East. Iran warns of historic missile assault on Israeli territory On Monday, the Israeli military reported that Iran launched another round of missiles towards northern Israel, triggering air raid sirens across the region. “A short while ago, sirens sounded in several areas in northern Israel following the identification of missiles launched from Iran toward the State of Israel,” the Israeli army said in a statement. Also read: WATCH | Iran state TV goes dark, anchor flees after Israeli strike hits during live broadcast; 'great Iran will not be silenced' says IRIB Shortly after the latest attacks, Iranian state media reported that Tehran is preparing for “the largest and most intense missile attack in history on Israeli soil.” Israel hits Iran’s state TV headquarters Earlier the same day, the Israeli Air Force bombed the headquarters of Iran’s state broadcaster, IRIB, in Tehran. The strike took place during a live programme, interrupting the broadcast and forcing the presenter to flee the studio. The attack came after Israel’s Defence Minister Israel Katz warned that Iran’s “propaganda and incitement mouthpiece” would be made to disappear. Katz also issued a direct warning to Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, declaring that Israel would “strike everywhere” against Iran’s leadership. Also read: 'Iran is not winning this war': Trump tells Iran to make a deal before 'it’s too late’ as Israel pounds Tehran Netanyahu claims Israeli air dominance over Tehran Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Monday that the Israeli Air Force “controls the skies over Tehran” and that the military campaign is “on the way” to eliminating Iran’s nuclear and missile capabilities. Netanyahu also stressed that Israel is focusing its attacks on government-linked targets, while accusing Iran of deliberately targeting Israeli civilians.

On Monday, the Israeli military reported that Iran launched another round of missiles towards northern Israel, triggering air raid sirens across the region.

Israel-Iran war: Air raid sirens blare in Israel after Iran threatens 'LARGEST missile attack in history'

Iranian state TV briefly went off-air on Monday after an Israeli airstrike struck the Islamic Republic of Iran Broadcasting (IRIB) building in Tehran, cutting short a live programme.<h2>Anchor flees live broadcast as explosion hits</h2>The incident occurred during a live broadcast, where a presenter was seen criticising Israel just moments before the studio was rocked by an explosion. Iranian media later shared footage showing the anchor abandoning the broadcast mid-air.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-iran-war-an-donald-trump-tells-iran-to-make-a-deal-before-it-s-too-late-as-israel-pounds-tehran-1750090399348">'Iran is not winning this war': Trump tells Iran to make a deal before 'it’s too late’ as Israel pounds Tehran</a>The Israeli strike hit the IRIB building in the Iranian capital, disrupting programming for a few minutes before transmission resumed.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Israeli airstrike hit Iran&#39;s IRIB news HQ while it was broadcasting LIVE <a href="https://t.co/MP5W3nhjSD">pic.twitter.com/MP5W3nhjSD</a>&mdash; RT (@RT_com) <a href="https://twitter.com/RT_com/status/1934634128823226725?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 16, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>Iran state TV resumes after brief interruption</h2>State TV later announced that its programmes were “resuming live without any interruptions”, with a news ticker calling the attack a “brutal violation” by Israel.Another on-screen message said Israel was attempting to “silence the voice of truth”, while IRIB senior official Hassan Abedini told AFP, “The regime (Israel) was unaware of the fact that the voice of the Islamic revolution and the great Iran will not be silenced with a military operation.”Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/behind-the-doors-iran-wants-talks-not-war-how-tehran-is-quietly-signalling-us-israel-that-it-wants-to-end-the-conflict-1750088006086">Behind the doors, Iran wants talks, not war: How Tehran is quietly signalling US, Israel that it wants to end the conflict?</a><h2>Israel vows to silence Iranian state media</h2>The strike followed comments from Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz, who had earlier said that Iran’s state-run media outlets were “about to disappear”. He referred to evacuation orders issued for parts of Tehran’s District 3, where the IRIB building is located.“The Iranian propaganda and incitement megaphone is about to disappear,” Katz said.The escalation follows a major Israeli operation that targeted 100 sites across Iran, including nuclear facilities. The strikes killed several nuclear scientists and top Iranian military officials, prompting a series of retaliatory attacks between the two nations.

The incident occurred during a live broadcast, where a presenter was seen criticising Israel just moments before the studio was rocked by an explosion. Iranian media later shared footage showing the anchor abandoning the broadcast mid-air.

Iranian state TV briefly went off-air on Monday after an Israeli airstrike struck the Islamic Republic of Iran Broadcasting (IRIB) building in Tehran, cutting short a live programme. Anchor flees live broadcast as explosion hits The incident occurred during a live broadcast, where a presenter was seen criticising Israel just moments before the studio was rocked by an explosion. Iranian media later shared footage showing the anchor abandoning the broadcast mid-air. Also read: 'Iran is not winning this war': Trump tells Iran to make a deal before 'it’s too late’ as Israel pounds Tehran The Israeli strike hit the IRIB building in the Iranian capital, disrupting programming for a few minutes before transmission resumed.

The incident occurred during a live broadcast, where a presenter was seen criticising Israel just moments before the studio was rocked by an explosion. Iranian media later shared footage showing the anchor abandoning the broadcast mid-air.

WATCH | Iran state TV goes dark, anchor flees after Israeli strike hits during live broadcast; 'great Iran will not be silenced' says IRIB

US President Donald Trump on Monday (June 16) warned Iran to return to negotiations urgently, saying Tehran is not succeeding in its war against Israel.<h2>‘They should talk before it’s too late’</h2>Speaking to reporters at the G7 summit in Canada, Trump said, “They have to make a deal, and it’s painful for both parties, but I’d say Iran is not winning this war, and they should talk, and they should talk immediately, before it’s too late.”He reiterated Washington’s support for Israel, adding, “We’ve always supported Israel and Israel is doing very well here.”Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/behind-the-doors-iran-wants-talks-not-war-how-tehran-is-quietly-signalling-us-israel-that-it-wants-to-end-the-conflict-1750088006086">Behind the doors, Iran wants talks, not war: How Tehran is quietly signalling US, Israel that it wants to end the conflict?</a><h2>Explosions rock Tehran as Israel targets key sites</h2>On the same day, multiple blasts were reported in both the western and eastern parts of Tehran. According to Iranian state media, a military base was among the locations hit by Israeli airstrikes, as reported by Reuters citing Fars news agency.As the situation escalated, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) issued an evacuation order for residents in Block 3 of northeast Tehran. The area reportedly includes the headquarters of Iran’s state broadcaster, IRIB.<h2>Netanyahu claims air control over Tehran</h2>Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Israel is “on the path to victory” and asserted that the Israeli Air Force now “controls the skies over Tehran.”Separately, Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz declared that “the Iranian propaganda and incitement megaphone is about to disappear,” referring to the IRIB facility within the evacuation zone.<h2>Tensions rise after Israeli strikes on Iranian nuclear sites</h2>The escalation follows a major Israeli operation that targeted 100 sites across Iran, including nuclear facilities. The strikes killed several nuclear scientists and top Iranian military officials, prompting a series of retaliatory attacks between the two nations.

Speaking to reporters at the G7 summit in Canada, Trump said, “They have to make a deal, and it’s painful for both parties, but I’d say Iran is not winning this war, and they should talk, and they should talk immediately, before it’s too late.”

US President Donald Trump on Monday (June 16) warned Iran to return to negotiations urgently, saying Tehran is not succeeding in its war against Israel. ‘They should talk before it’s too late’ Speaking to reporters at the G7 summit in Canada, Trump said, “They have to make a deal, and it’s painful for both parties, but I’d say Iran is not winning this war, and they should talk, and they should talk immediately, before it’s too late.” He reiterated Washington’s support for Israel, adding, “We’ve always supported Israel and Israel is doing very well here.” Also read: Behind the doors, Iran wants talks, not war: How Tehran is quietly signalling US, Israel that it wants to end the conflict? Explosions rock Tehran as Israel targets key sites On the same day, multiple blasts were reported in both the western and eastern parts of Tehran. According to Iranian state media, a military base was among the locations hit by Israeli airstrikes, as reported by Reuters citing Fars news agency. As the situation escalated, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) issued an evacuation order for residents in Block 3 of northeast Tehran. The area reportedly includes the headquarters of Iran’s state broadcaster, IRIB. Netanyahu claims air control over Tehran Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Israel is “on the path to victory” and asserted that the Israeli Air Force now “controls the skies over Tehran.” Separately, Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz declared that “the Iranian propaganda and incitement megaphone is about to disappear,” referring to the IRIB facility within the evacuation zone. Tensions rise after Israeli strikes on Iranian nuclear sites The escalation follows a major Israeli operation that targeted 100 sites across Iran, including nuclear facilities. The strikes killed several nuclear scientists and top Iranian military officials, prompting a series of retaliatory attacks between the two nations.

Speaking to reporters at the G7 summit in Canada, Trump said, “They have to make a deal, and it’s painful for both parties, but I’d say Iran is not winning this war, and they should talk, and they should talk immediately, before it’s too late.”

'Iran is not winning this war': Trump tells Iran to make a deal before 'it’s too late’ as Israel pounds Tehran

Iran is quietly pushing for a return to diplomatic talks over its nuclear programme and has sent messages to both the United States and Israel through Arab intermediaries, according to Middle Eastern and European officials cited by The Wall Street Journal.Tehran has indicated that it is willing to re-enter negotiations, but only if the US does not directly participate in attacks against Iran. According to the report, Iranian officials have also reached out to Israel, suggesting that both sides would benefit from containing the violence.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-strikes-military-base-in-tehran-several-explosions-took-place-reports-iranian-media-1750083575159">Israel strikes military base in Tehran, several explosions heard: Iranian media</a><h2>Israel shows no sign of backing down</h2>Despite these messages, Israel appears determined to continue its military operations. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has vowed to keep up the strikes until Iran’s nuclear and missile capabilities are dismantled. “The attacks will continue until Iran’s nuclear programme and ballistic missiles are destroyed,” he said, giving no indication of stopping.Israeli officials have reportedly prepared at least two weeks of further strikes, as Israeli warplanes operate without resistance over Iran’s skies and Iranian counterattacks have so far caused limited damage.<h2>Macron urges Iran to return to talks</h2>French President Emmanuel Macron on Saturday urged Iran to return “swiftly to the negotiating table to reach an agreement.” At the same time, Arab leaders across the region have called for an end to the hostilities, hoping to de-escalate the situation.A short pause in fighting could allow Iran time to regroup and for diplomatic pressure to grow against Israel’s continued military campaign. It may also serve Tehran’s interest in preventing direct US military involvement.“The Iranians know the US is supporting Israel in its defense, and they are sure the US is supporting Israel logistically. But they want guarantees the US won’t join the attacks,” an Arab official told The Wall Street Journal.<h2>Iran warns of escalation if diplomacy fails</h2>Iran has also told Arab officials that if talks with the US remain off the table, it may escalate its nuclear programme and widen the scope of the conflict.

Tehran has indicated that it is willing to re-enter negotiations, but only if the US does not directly participate in attacks against Iran. According to the report, Iranian officials have also reached out to Israel, suggesting that both sides would benefit from containing the violence.

Iran is quietly pushing for a return to diplomatic talks over its nuclear programme and has sent messages to both the United States and Israel through Arab intermediaries, according to Middle Eastern and European officials cited by The Wall Street Journal. Tehran has indicated that it is willing to re-enter negotiations, but only if the US does not directly participate in attacks against Iran. According to the report, Iranian officials have also reached out to Israel, suggesting that both sides would benefit from containing the violence. Also read: Israel strikes military base in Tehran, several explosions heard: Iranian media Israel shows no sign of backing down Despite these messages, Israel appears determined to continue its military operations. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has vowed to keep up the strikes until Iran’s nuclear and missile capabilities are dismantled. “The attacks will continue until Iran’s nuclear programme and ballistic missiles are destroyed,” he said, giving no indication of stopping. Israeli officials have reportedly prepared at least two weeks of further strikes, as Israeli warplanes operate without resistance over Iran’s skies and Iranian counterattacks have so far caused limited damage. Macron urges Iran to return to talks French President Emmanuel Macron on Saturday urged Iran to return “swiftly to the negotiating table to reach an agreement.” At the same time, Arab leaders across the region have called for an end to the hostilities, hoping to de-escalate the situation. A short pause in fighting could allow Iran time to regroup and for diplomatic pressure to grow against Israel’s continued military campaign. It may also serve Tehran’s interest in preventing direct US military involvement. “The Iranians know the US is supporting Israel in its defense, and they are sure the US is supporting Israel logistically. But they want guarantees the US won’t join the attacks,” an Arab official told The Wall Street Journal. Iran warns of escalation if diplomacy fails Iran has also told Arab officials that if talks with the US remain off the table, it may escalate its nuclear programme and widen the scope of the conflict.

Tehran has indicated that it is willing to re-enter negotiations, but only if the US does not directly participate in attacks against Iran. According to the report, Iranian officials have also reached out to Israel, suggesting that both sides would benefit from containing the violence.

Behind the doors, Iran wants talks, not war: How Tehran is quietly signalling US, Israel that it wants to end the conflict?

Pakistan has closed all its border crossings with Iran indefinitely, provincial officials confirmed on Monday (June 16). The move comes as tensions between Israel and Iran continue to rise following multiple strikes and escalating threats of further conflict.“Border facilities in all five districts – Chaghi, Washuk, Panjgur, Kech and Gwadar – have been suspended,” said Qadir Bakhsh Pirkani, a senior official in Balochistan province, which borders Iran.Atta ul Munim, an official at a crossing in Chaghi district, added, “Crossing into Iran has been suspended until further notice.”Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/did-iran-test-israel-s-limits-israel-deploys-barak-magen-air-defence-system-for-the-first-time-1750077787485">Did Iran test Israel’s limits? Israel deploys Barak Magen air&nbsp;defence&nbsp;system for the first time</a><h2>Trade continues, returns allowed</h2>Despite the closure, officials say trade has not been halted. Pakistani citizens returning from Iran will still be allowed to cross.“We’re expecting around 200 Pakistani students coming today,” said Atta.On Sunday, Pakistani Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar said that 450 Pakistani pilgrims had already been evacuated from Iran. More will follow from both Iran and Iraq, which host important Shiite religious sites.<h2>Iran claims Pakistan pledged nuclear support</h2>An Iranian commander claimed that Pakistan had pledged to support Tehran with nuclear retaliation if Israel escalates.General Mohsen Rezaei, a senior commander in the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) and member of Iran’s National Security Council, told Iranian state TV, “Pakistan has told us that if Israel uses a nuclear bomb on Iran, then Pakistan will also attack Israel with a nuclear bomb.”Pakistan, the only Muslim-majority country with nuclear weapons, does not recognise Israel, like Iran.<h2>Islamabad firmly denies nuclear claim</h2>Islamabad was quick to deny the claim. Pakistan’s Defence Minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif dismissed the statement in a post on X (formerly Twitter), saying that Pakistan had made “no such commitment”.In his statement, he said, “Our nuclear capability is for the benefit of our people and defence of our country against the hostile designs of our enemies. We do not pursue hegemonic policies against our neighbours which are being amply demonstrated by Israel these days.”Asif also warned, “The world should be wary and apprehensive about Israel’s nuclear prowess,” and accused the country of not following “any international nuclear discipline.”<h2>Pakistan’s position in a growing conflict</h2>Pakistan shares a 900-kilometre-long border with Shiite-majority Iran and has close religious, cultural, and strategic ties with its neighbour. However, Islamabad appears keen to avoid being drawn directly into the Israel-Iran confrontation.

Pakistan shares a 900-kilometre-long border with Shiite-majority Iran and has close religious, cultural, and strategic ties with its neighbour. However, Islamabad appears keen to avoid being drawn directly into the Israel-Iran confrontation.

Pakistan has closed all its border crossings with Iran indefinitely, provincial officials confirmed on Monday (June 16). The move comes as tensions between Israel and Iran continue to rise following multiple strikes and escalating threats of further conflict. “Border facilities in all five districts – Chaghi, Washuk, Panjgur, Kech and Gwadar – have been suspended,” said Qadir Bakhsh Pirkani, a senior official in Balochistan province, which borders Iran. Atta ul Munim, an official at a crossing in Chaghi district, added, “Crossing into Iran has been suspended until further notice.” Also read: Did Iran test Israel’s limits? Israel deploys Barak Magen air defence system for the first time Trade continues, returns allowed Despite the closure, officials say trade has not been halted. Pakistani citizens returning from Iran will still be allowed to cross. “We’re expecting around 200 Pakistani students coming today,” said Atta. On Sunday, Pakistani Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar said that 450 Pakistani pilgrims had already been evacuated from Iran. More will follow from both Iran and Iraq, which host important Shiite religious sites. Iran claims Pakistan pledged nuclear support An Iranian commander claimed that Pakistan had pledged to support Tehran with nuclear retaliation if Israel escalates. General Mohsen Rezaei, a senior commander in the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) and member of Iran’s National Security Council, told Iranian state TV, “Pakistan has told us that if Israel uses a nuclear bomb on Iran, then Pakistan will also attack Israel with a nuclear bomb.” Pakistan, the only Muslim-majority country with nuclear weapons, does not recognise Israel, like Iran. Islamabad firmly denies nuclear claim Islamabad was quick to deny the claim. Pakistan’s Defence Minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif dismissed the statement in a post on X (formerly Twitter), saying that Pakistan had made “no such commitment”. In his statement, he said, “Our nuclear capability is for the benefit of our people and defence of our country against the hostile designs of our enemies. We do not pursue hegemonic policies against our neighbours which are being amply demonstrated by Israel these days.” Asif also warned, “The world should be wary and apprehensive about Israel’s nuclear prowess,” and accused the country of not following “any international nuclear discipline.” Pakistan’s position in a growing conflict Pakistan shares a 900-kilometre-long border with Shiite-majority Iran and has close religious, cultural, and strategic ties with its neighbour. However, Islamabad appears keen to avoid being drawn directly into the Israel-Iran confrontation.

Pakistan shares a 900-kilometre-long border with Shiite-majority Iran and has close religious, cultural, and strategic ties with its neighbour. However, Islamabad appears keen to avoid being drawn directly into the Israel-Iran confrontation.

'NO crossing into Iran': Pakistan shuts Iran border indefinitely after Tehran claims Islamabad 'will attack Israel with nuclear bomb'

The Global Trade Research Initiative (GTRI), in a recent report, advised the Indian government to review its energy risk scenarios, diversify crude oil sourcing, and ensure adequate strategic oil reserves amid the escalating tensions between Israel and Iran.&nbsp;Although India is not directly involved in the Israel-Iran conflict, the think tank has warned that the country cannot afford complacency given the country's high dependence on energy imports and West Asia trade routes. It has further urged the government to ensure the country has sufficient oil reserves, "India, though not a party to the conflict, cannot afford complacency. The government must urgently review energy risk scenarios, diversify crude sourcing, and ensure strategic reserves are sufficient", it stated.&nbsp;<h2>India’s Energy Dependence</h2>&nbsp;India imports over 80 per cent of its energy needs. Additionally, two-thirds of its crude oil and half of its liquefied natural gas (LNG) imports go through the Strait of Hormuz. This critical chokepoint, which has the width of only 21 miles at its narrowest, is responsible for nearly one-fifth of the world’s oil trade. With Iran now threatening to block the Strait, India's energy security is under serious threat.&nbsp;GTRI has also highlighted that about 30 per cent of India’s westbound exports to Europe, North Africa, and the U.S. East Coast also pass through the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, which is now at risk following the ongoing conflict. Any disruption on this route, would result in ships rerouting around the Cape of Good Hope, adding at least two extra weeks to transit times and potentially increasing freight costs. This could also affect the exports of engineering goods, textiles, and chemicals, and raise costs of vital imports.&nbsp;<h2>Economic Impacts: Inflation and Fiscal Strain</h2> Disruptions in the oil supply routes could potentially result in a sharp rise in oil prices, insurance premiums, and shipping charges. GTRI warned that this rise may lead to fuel inflation, further weakening the rupee, and additionally putting straining on government’s financial planning.&nbsp;The situation is concerning for India since it has significant trade links with both of the two nations. In FY25, India exported goods worth about $1.24 billion to Iran and imported $441.9 million. As far as trade with Israel is concerned, it included about $2.15 billion in exports and $1.61 billion in imports. While these figures are significant, the broader concern lies in India's reliance on West Asia for energy.&nbsp;On June 13, Israel launched it's offensive 'Operation Rising Lion,' which involved over 200 aircraft and drones targeting the Iranian military and nuclear facilities. In retaliation, Iran fired more than 150 ballistic missiles and drones at Israeli cities, including capital Tel Aviv and Jerusalem. Diplomatic talks between the U.S. and Iran have since collapsed, putting additional pressure on &nbsp;the regional financial markets&nbsp;

Although India is not directly involved in the Israel-Iran conflict, the think tank has warned that the country cannot afford complacency given the it's high dependence on energy imports and West Asia trade routes.

The Global Trade Research Initiative (GTRI), in a recent report, advised the Indian government to review its energy risk scenarios, diversify crude oil sourcing, and ensure adequate strategic oil reserves amid the escalating tensions between Israel and Iran. Although India is not directly involved in the Israel-Iran conflict, the think tank has warned that the country cannot afford complacency given the country's high dependence on energy imports and West Asia trade routes. It has further urged the government to ensure the country has sufficient oil reserves, "India, though not a party to the conflict, cannot afford complacency. The government must urgently review energy risk scenarios, diversify crude sourcing, and ensure strategic reserves are sufficient", it stated. India’s Energy Dependence India imports over 80 per cent of its energy needs. Additionally, two-thirds of its crude oil and half of its liquefied natural gas (LNG) imports go through the Strait of Hormuz. This critical chokepoint, which has the width of only 21 miles at its narrowest, is responsible for nearly one-fifth of the world’s oil trade. With Iran now threatening to block the Strait, India's energy security is under serious threat. GTRI has also highlighted that about 30 per cent of India’s westbound exports to Europe, North Africa, and the U.S. East Coast also pass through the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, which is now at risk following the ongoing conflict. Any disruption on this route, would result in ships rerouting around the Cape of Good Hope, adding at least two extra weeks to transit times and potentially increasing freight costs. This could also affect the exports of engineering goods, textiles, and chemicals, and raise costs of vital imports. Economic Impacts: Inflation and Fiscal Strain Disruptions in the oil supply routes could potentially result in a sharp rise in oil prices, insurance premiums, and shipping charges. GTRI warned that this rise may lead to fuel inflation, further weakening the rupee, and additionally putting straining on government’s financial planning. The situation is concerning for India since it has significant trade links with both of the two nations. In FY25, India exported goods worth about $1.24 billion to Iran and imported $441.9 million. As far as trade with Israel is concerned, it included about $2.15 billion in exports and $1.61 billion in imports. While these figures are significant, the broader concern lies in India's reliance on West Asia for energy. On June 13, Israel launched it's offensive 'Operation Rising Lion,' which involved over 200 aircraft and drones targeting the Iranian military and nuclear facilities. In retaliation, Iran fired more than 150 ballistic missiles and drones at Israeli cities, including capital Tel Aviv and Jerusalem. Diplomatic talks between the U.S. and Iran have since collapsed, putting additional pressure on the regional financial markets

Although India is not directly involved in the Israel-Iran conflict, the think tank has warned that the country cannot afford complacency given the it's high dependence on energy imports and West Asia trade routes.

Why India should be concerned: Rising Israel-Iran tensions threaten energy security and trade, warns GTRI

Israel-Iran war: US President Donald Trump said on Sunday (June 15) that it is "possible" that America could get "involved" in the ongoing Israel-Iran war. Trump said while denying that at present, the US has no involvement in Israeli strikes against Iran.&nbsp;In an interview with ABC News, the US president said, "We're not involved in it. It's possible we could get involved. But we are not at this moment involved."&nbsp;Although the US president denied commenting on the reports that &nbsp;Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu had urged the US to join the war.&nbsp;During the interview, Trump said he had a lengthy call with the Russian President, Vladimir Putin, a day earlier to discuss, in large part, the conflict in the Middle East.&nbsp;Trump said that he is ready to be "open" to Putin's idea to act as a mediator between Iran and Israel for a ceasefire.&nbsp;"I would be open to it. [Putin] is ready. He called me about it. We had a long talk about it. We talked about this more than his situation. This is something I believe is going to get resolved," the US president told the news agency.&nbsp;Trump was asked about the "deadline" he gave to the Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. The US president said that after the "60-day ultimatum" to "make a deal," he would not give any new deadline to Iran."No, there's no deadline. But they are talking. They'd like to make a deal. They're talking. They continue to talk," Trump said.&nbsp;"Something like this had to happen because I think even from both sides, but something like this had to happen. They want to talk, and they will be talking," he added.&nbsp;244 killed in Iran, 17 in Israel&nbsp;In just three days into the war with Israel, Iran said 224 of its citizens lost their lives and over 1,200 people were injured. Meanwhile, in Israel, 17 people have been killed and 390 wounded since the conflict escalated on Friday (June 13).

US to be involved in Israel-Iran war? Trump says there is a possibility 

Israel-Iran war: US President Donald Trump said on Sunday (June 15) that it is "possible" that America could get "involved" in the ongoing Israel-Iran war. Trump said while denying that at present, the US has no involvement in Israeli strikes against Iran. In an interview with ABC News, the US president said, "We're not involved in it. It's possible we could get involved. But we are not at this moment involved." Although the US president denied commenting on the reports that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu had urged the US to join the war. During the interview, Trump said he had a lengthy call with the Russian President, Vladimir Putin, a day earlier to discuss, in large part, the conflict in the Middle East. Trump said that he is ready to be "open" to Putin's idea to act as a mediator between Iran and Israel for a ceasefire. "I would be open to it. [Putin] is ready. He called me about it. We had a long talk about it. We talked about this more than his situation. This is something I believe is going to get resolved," the US president told the news agency. Trump was asked about the "deadline" he gave to the Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. The US president said that after the "60-day ultimatum" to "make a deal," he would not give any new deadline to Iran. "No, there's no deadline. But they are talking. They'd like to make a deal. They're talking. They continue to talk," Trump said. "Something like this had to happen because I think even from both sides, but something like this had to happen. They want to talk, and they will be talking," he added. 244 killed in Iran, 17 in Israel In just three days into the war with Israel, Iran said 224 of its citizens lost their lives and over 1,200 people were injured. Meanwhile, in Israel, 17 people have been killed and 390 wounded since the conflict escalated on Friday (June 13).

US President Donald Trump said on Sunday (June 15) that it is "possible" that American could get "involved" in the ongoing Israel-Iran war. Trump said while denying tat at present, the US has no involvement in Israeli strikes against Iran.&nbsp;

US to be involved in Israel-Iran war? Trump says there's a possibility

Amid the ongoing conflict with Israel, Iran executed a man for allegedly spying for the Israeli intelligence agency Mossad on Monday (June 16). The man, identified as Esmail Fekri, was killed by hanging, the Iranian Student News Agency reported. He was arrested in December last year for spying for Israel while living in Iran.&nbsp;Iranian authorities had alleged that Fekri was in contact with two Mossad agents and provided them with intelligence. This was Iran's third execution in recent weeks related to the allegations of spying for Israel.&nbsp;What was the allegation against him?&nbsp;Fekri was found guilty of attempting to transmit classified information to Israel in exchange for money. As per a statement issued by the Judiciary's Media Center, Fekri was arrested in December 2023 during a complex intelligence operation conducted by Iranian security agencies. &nbsp;&nbsp;As per Iran's allegation, he was actively communicating with Mossad agents at the time of his arrest.&nbsp;How the crime unfolded&nbsp;As per the Iranian judicial records, Fekri was the son of Khodanazar. He had maintained contact with two Mossad agents and had tried to send sensitive information such as locations of strategic sites, details of specific individuals, and internal organisational missions. He did all this via secure communication channels.&nbsp;Fekri was first approached by a senior Mossad officer. Later on, he was assigned to a different agent named Amir. The agent instructed Fekri to establish a new encrypted communication platform so he could send intelligence reports easily.&nbsp;In 2022, after the instruction by the Mossad agent, Fekri established a cryptocurrency wallet so he could receive his payment for the work.&nbsp;The endgame&nbsp;This whole time, Iranian intelligence services were monitoring Fekri to identify the broader espionage network connected to the Israeli government. After being placed under surveillance, Fekri was finally arrested during a security operation.&nbsp;After his arrest, Iranian security officials analysed Fekri's electronic devices and found the details of his communication with Mossad agents.&nbsp;He later confessed to his crime, and based on other proofs, the Iranian court charged him under Article 6 of the Iranian law for "Confronting Hostile Actions of the Zionist Regime Against Peace and Security.” He was sentenced to death.&nbsp;

How Iran identified, monitored, and executed Mossad spy Esmail Fekri | WION Explains 

Amid the ongoing conflict with Israel, Iran executed a man for allegedly spying for the Israeli intelligence agency Mossad on Monday (June 16). The man, identified as Esmail Fekri, was killed by hanging, the Iranian Student News Agency reported. He was arrested in December last year for spying for Israel while living in Iran. Iranian authorities had alleged that Fekri was in contact with two Mossad agents and provided them with intelligence. This was Iran's third execution in recent weeks related to the allegations of spying for Israel. What was the allegation against him? Fekri was found guilty of attempting to transmit classified information to Israel in exchange for money. As per a statement issued by the Judiciary's Media Center, Fekri was arrested in December 2023 during a complex intelligence operation conducted by Iranian security agencies. As per Iran's allegation, he was actively communicating with Mossad agents at the time of his arrest. How the crime unfolded As per the Iranian judicial records, Fekri was the son of Khodanazar. He had maintained contact with two Mossad agents and had tried to send sensitive information such as locations of strategic sites, details of specific individuals, and internal organisational missions. He did all this via secure communication channels. Fekri was first approached by a senior Mossad officer. Later on, he was assigned to a different agent named Amir. The agent instructed Fekri to establish a new encrypted communication platform so he could send intelligence reports easily. In 2022, after the instruction by the Mossad agent, Fekri established a cryptocurrency wallet so he could receive his payment for the work. The endgame This whole time, Iranian intelligence services were monitoring Fekri to identify the broader espionage network connected to the Israeli government. After being placed under surveillance, Fekri was finally arrested during a security operation. After his arrest, Iranian security officials analysed Fekri's electronic devices and found the details of his communication with Mossad agents. He later confessed to his crime, and based on other proofs, the Iranian court charged him under Article 6 of the Iranian law for "Confronting Hostile Actions of the Zionist Regime Against Peace and Security.” He was sentenced to death.

Amid Israel-Iran war, Tehrn executed Esmail Fekri for spying for the Israeli intelligence agency Mossad on Monday (June 16). Fekri was killed by hanging, the Iranian Student News Agency reported. He was arrested in December last year for spying for Israel while living in Iran.&nbsp;

How Iran identified, monitored, and executed Mossad spy Esmail Fekri | WION Explains

Israel-Iran war: Amid the ongoing conflict with Israel, the Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said on Monday (June 16) that his country has no intention to develop nuclear weapons, but it will pursue its right to nuclear energy and research.&nbsp;News agency Reuters reported that Pezeshkian was reiterating Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei’s religious edict against weapons of mass destruction.&nbsp;&nbsp;The statement came amid the ongoing Israel-Iran war that was triggered on Friday (June 13) after Israel launched airstrikes on Iran. So far, 224 Iranians have lost their lives and over 1,200 people were injured. Meanwhile, in Israel, 17 people have been killed and 390 wounded since the conflict escalated.&nbsp;&nbsp;"After 65 hours of aggression by the Zionist regime, 1,277 people have been injured. 224 women, men, and children have been martyred," Iran's health ministry spokesman Hossein Kermanpour wrote on the social media platform X.&nbsp;The minister said that among the killed, 90 per cent were civilians.&nbsp;Moreover, Iran's Revolutionary Guard said that the intelligence chief, Mohammad Kazemi, and two other generals of the Islamic state were killed in the Israeli attacks. Iran has also lost its other top officials and nuclear scientists.‘Whatever is necessary to achieve our dual aim’ Meanwhile, in Israel, despite 17 people dying and 390 being injured, the Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said his country would continue the war. During an interview with the American news agency Fox News, Netanyahu said Israel would continue its military campaign against Iran in order to dismantle their nuclear facilities. He said Iran's nuclear facilities are a threat to Israel and its allies. "We're geared to do whatever is necessary to achieve our dual aim, to remove ... two existential threats - the nuclear threat and the ballistic missile threat," Netanyahu said.“We did act, to save ourselves, but also, I think, to not only protect ourselves but also protect the world from this incendiary regime. We can't have the world's most dangerous regime have the world's most dangerous weapons," he added.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Iran does not intend to develop nuclear weapons BUT will pursue right to nuclear energy and research: Masoud Pezeshkian | Israel-Iran War

Israel-Iran war: Amid the ongoing conflict with Israel, the Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said on Monday (June 16) that his country has no intention to develop nuclear weapons, but it will pursue its right to nuclear energy and research. News agency Reuters reported that Pezeshkian was reiterating Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei’s religious edict against weapons of mass destruction. The statement came amid the ongoing Israel-Iran war that was triggered on Friday (June 13) after Israel launched airstrikes on Iran. So far, 224 Iranians have lost their lives and over 1,200 people were injured. Meanwhile, in Israel, 17 people have been killed and 390 wounded since the conflict escalated. "After 65 hours of aggression by the Zionist regime, 1,277 people have been injured. 224 women, men, and children have been martyred," Iran's health ministry spokesman Hossein Kermanpour wrote on the social media platform X. The minister said that among the killed, 90 per cent were civilians. Moreover, Iran's Revolutionary Guard said that the intelligence chief, Mohammad Kazemi, and two other generals of the Islamic state were killed in the Israeli attacks. Iran has also lost its other top officials and nuclear scientists. ‘Whatever is necessary to achieve our dual aim’ Meanwhile, in Israel, despite 17 people dying and 390 being injured, the Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said his country would continue the war. During an interview with the American news agency Fox News, Netanyahu said Israel would continue its military campaign against Iran in order to dismantle their nuclear facilities. He said Iran's nuclear facilities are a threat to Israel and its allies. "We're geared to do whatever is necessary to achieve our dual aim, to remove ... two existential threats - the nuclear threat and the ballistic missile threat," Netanyahu said. “We did act, to save ourselves, but also, I think, to not only protect ourselves but also protect the world from this incendiary regime. We can't have the world's most dangerous regime have the world's most dangerous weapons," he added.

Amid the ongoing conflict with Israel, the Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said on Monday (June 16) that his country has no intention to develop nuclear weapons, but it will pursue its right to nuclear energy and research.

Iran doesn't intend to develop nuclear weapons BUT will pursue right to nuclear energy and research: Masoud Pezeshkian | Israel-Iran War

Israel-Iran War: Amid the ongoing conflict with Israel, Iran's Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has taken shelter in a bunker in Lavizan in northeastern Tehran. He moved there just hours after Israel began its attacks on Tehran early Friday (June 13), Iran International reported, citing sources.&nbsp;Along with Khamenei, his other family members, including his son Mojtaba, also took shelter in the bunker.The Iranian news agency reported that during the other previous operations against Israel, True Promise 1 and True Promise 2 - the Ayatollah was in the bunker with his family.&nbsp;This came after Israel targeted the city of Mashhad on Sunday (June 15) for the first time. A source told the agency that the airstrike was a warning to Khamenei that he is not safe anywhere in the country.&nbsp;The source said that Israel could have killed Khamenei on the first night of the attack itself. But the Netanyahu government chose to keep him alive and gave him a final chance to dismantle his country's uranium enrichment program.&nbsp;Trump had given Khamenei a two-month deadline to agree to dismantle Iran’s enrichment program. But, the Ayatollah has rejected both of the warnings.&nbsp;244 killed in Iran, 14 in Israel&nbsp;In just three days into the war with Israel, Iran said 224 of its citizens lost their lives and over 1,200 people were injured. Meanwhile, in Israel, 14 people have been killed and 390 wounded since the conflict escalated on Friday (June 13).&nbsp;After 65 hours of aggression by the Zionist regime, 1,277 people have been injured. 224 women, men, and children have been martyred," Iran's health ministry spokesman Hossein Kermanpour wrote on the social media platform X.&nbsp;The minister said that among the killed, 90 per cent were civilians.&nbsp;‘Whatever is necessary to achieve our dual aim’&nbsp;Meanwhile, in Israel, despite 14 people dying and 390 being injured, the Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said his country would continue the war. During an interview with the American news agency Fox News, Netanyahu said Israel would continue its military campaign against Iran to dismantle their nuclear facilities. He said Iran's nuclear facilities are a threat to Israel and its allies.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Iran Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei is living in bunker with family amid war with Israel: Report

Israel-Iran War: Amid the ongoing conflict with Israel, Iran's Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has taken shelter in a bunker in Lavizan in northeastern Tehran. He moved there just hours after Israel began its attacks on Tehran early Friday (June 13), Iran International reported, citing sources. Along with Khamenei, his other family members, including his son Mojtaba, also took shelter in the bunker. The Iranian news agency reported that during the other previous operations against Israel, True Promise 1 and True Promise 2 - the Ayatollah was in the bunker with his family. This came after Israel targeted the city of Mashhad on Sunday (June 15) for the first time. A source told the agency that the airstrike was a warning to Khamenei that he is not safe anywhere in the country. The source said that Israel could have killed Khamenei on the first night of the attack itself. But the Netanyahu government chose to keep him alive and gave him a final chance to dismantle his country's uranium enrichment program. Trump had given Khamenei a two-month deadline to agree to dismantle Iran’s enrichment program. But, the Ayatollah has rejected both of the warnings. 244 killed in Iran, 14 in Israel In just three days into the war with Israel, Iran said 224 of its citizens lost their lives and over 1,200 people were injured. Meanwhile, in Israel, 14 people have been killed and 390 wounded since the conflict escalated on Friday (June 13). After 65 hours of aggression by the Zionist regime, 1,277 people have been injured. 224 women, men, and children have been martyred," Iran's health ministry spokesman Hossein Kermanpour wrote on the social media platform X. The minister said that among the killed, 90 per cent were civilians. ‘Whatever is necessary to achieve our dual aim’ Meanwhile, in Israel, despite 14 people dying and 390 being injured, the Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said his country would continue the war. During an interview with the American news agency Fox News, Netanyahu said Israel would continue its military campaign against Iran to dismantle their nuclear facilities. He said Iran's nuclear facilities are a threat to Israel and its allies.

Amid the ongoing conflict with Israel, Iran's Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has taken shelter in a bunker in Lavizan in northeastern Tehran.

Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei is living in bunker with family amid war with Israel: Report

Israel-Iran War: In just three days into the war with Israel, Iran said 224 of its citizens lost their lives and over 1,200 people were injured. Meanwhile, in Israel, 17 people have been killed and 390 wounded since the conflict escalated on Friday (June 13).&nbsp;"After 65 hours of aggression by the Zionist regime, 1,277 people have been injured. 224 women, men, and children have been martyred," Iran's health ministry spokesman Hossein Kermanpour wrote on the social media platform X.&nbsp;The minister said that among the killed, 90 per cent were civilians.&nbsp;Moreover, Iran's Revolutionary Guard said that the intelligence chief, Mohammad Kazemi, and two other generals of the Islamic state were killed in the Israeli attacks. Iran has also lost its other top officials and nuclear scientists.&nbsp;‘Whatever is necessary to achieve our dual aim’ Meanwhile, in Israel, despite 17 people dying and 390 being injured, the Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said his country would continue the war. During an interview with the American news agency Fox News, Netanyahu said Israel would continue its military campaign against Iran in order to dismantle their nuclear facilities. He said Iran's nuclear facilities are a threat to Israel and its allies.&nbsp;"We're geared to do whatever is necessary to achieve our dual aim, to remove ... two existential threats - the nuclear threat and the ballistic missile threat," Netanyahu said.&nbsp;“We did act, to save ourselves, but also, I think, to not only protect ourselves but also protect the world from this incendiary regime. We can't have the world's most dangerous regime have the world's most dangerous weapons," he added.&nbsp;'Dragging conflict to Persian Gulf is strategic mistake'&nbsp;Iran’s foreign minister, Abbas Araghchi, said on Sunday (June 15) that Iran does not want its conflict with Israel to expand to neighbouring countries unless the situation is forced.&nbsp;“Dragging the conflict to the Persian Gulf is a strategic mistake, and its [Israel's] aim is to drag the war beyond Iranian territory,” Araghchi said during a meeting with foreign diplomats broadcast on state TV.The Iranian minister also accused America of supporting Israel in the ongoing conflict.&nbsp;

Israel-Iran war: 244 killed in Iran, 14 in Israel. What both nations lost in 3 days of airstrike exchange

Israel-Iran War: In just three days into the war with Israel, Iran said 224 of its citizens lost their lives and over 1,200 people were injured. Meanwhile, in Israel, 17 people have been killed and 390 wounded since the conflict escalated on Friday (June 13). "After 65 hours of aggression by the Zionist regime, 1,277 people have been injured. 224 women, men, and children have been martyred," Iran's health ministry spokesman Hossein Kermanpour wrote on the social media platform X. The minister said that among the killed, 90 per cent were civilians. Moreover, Iran's Revolutionary Guard said that the intelligence chief, Mohammad Kazemi, and two other generals of the Islamic state were killed in the Israeli attacks. Iran has also lost its other top officials and nuclear scientists. ‘Whatever is necessary to achieve our dual aim’ Meanwhile, in Israel, despite 17 people dying and 390 being injured, the Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said his country would continue the war. During an interview with the American news agency Fox News, Netanyahu said Israel would continue its military campaign against Iran in order to dismantle their nuclear facilities. He said Iran's nuclear facilities are a threat to Israel and its allies. "We're geared to do whatever is necessary to achieve our dual aim, to remove ... two existential threats - the nuclear threat and the ballistic missile threat," Netanyahu said. “We did act, to save ourselves, but also, I think, to not only protect ourselves but also protect the world from this incendiary regime. We can't have the world's most dangerous regime have the world's most dangerous weapons," he added. 'Dragging conflict to Persian Gulf is strategic mistake' Iran’s foreign minister, Abbas Araghchi, said on Sunday (June 15) that Iran does not want its conflict with Israel to expand to neighbouring countries unless the situation is forced. “Dragging the conflict to the Persian Gulf is a strategic mistake, and its [Israel's] aim is to drag the war beyond Iranian territory,” Araghchi said during a meeting with foreign diplomats broadcast on state TV. The Iranian minister also accused America of supporting Israel in the ongoing conflict.

In just 3 days into the war, 244 people were killed in Iran and 17 died in Israel. 1,277 have been injured in Iran, and 390 were injured in Israel. Still, both nations continue to exchange airstrikes.&nbsp;

Israel-Iran war: 244 killed in Iran, 17 in Israel. What both nations lost in 3 days of airstrike exchange

Israel Strikes Iran Live Updates: Israel has launched a ‘preemptive strike’ on Iran, said Israeli defence minister early Friday (Jun 13). A state of emergency has been declared in Israel following the military action.“Following the State of Israel's preemptive strike against Iran, a missile and drone attack against the State of Israel and its civilian population is expected in the immediate future,” Israel Katz said.<h2>'Struck at the heart of Iran's nuclear programme'</h2>Shortly after the attack, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said, “We struck at the heart of Iran's nuclear enrichment programme.”“We struck at the heart of Iran's nuclear weaponisation programme. We targeted Iran's main enrichment facility in Natanz. We targeted Iran's leading nuclear scientists working on the Iranian bomb. We also struck at the heart of Iran's ballistic missile programme,” he added.“This operation will continue for as many days as it takes to remove this threat,” the Israeli prime minister said.

The Israeli military advised Iranians in two villages to leave early Thursday before it carried out strikes on "military infrastructure"."The IDF issues an urgent warning to residents, workers and those present in the area of the two Iranian villages of Arak and Khondab, in the areas marked on the map, to evacuate immediately before the IDF targets military infrastructure belonging to the Iranian regime," it wrote in a Telegram post in Arabic and Farsi using the military's official acronym.

Israel-Iran war LIVE | Israel warns Iranians in two villages to leave before it 'targets military infrastructure'

Israel's military said it was carrying out a "series of strikes" around the Iranian capital Tehran and other areas of the country on Thursday.There were no immediate details on the intended targets of the strikes, which came after Israel said it had intercepted a "suspicious aerial target" launched from Iran.

Israel-Iran war LIVE | Israeli military says striking Tehran, other parts of Iran

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday (Jun 19) said that a deal to end the conflict between Iran and Israel was possible. He added that Israeli strikes on Tehran have led to a “consolidation” of Iranian society around its leadership.“We see that today in Iran there is a consolidation of society around the country's political leadership,” Putin told reporters at a press conference in Saint Petersburg.“This is a delicate issue, and of course we need to be very careful here, but in my opinion, a solution can be found,” he said.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-solution-can-be-found-putin-says-israel-iran-deal-can-end-conflict-1750285560851">Read more here.</a>

Israel-Iran war LIVE | Putin says Israel-Iran deal can end conflict

Iran has not asked its ally Russia for military help amid its escalating air war with Israel, Russian President Vladimir Putin said Thursday."Our Iranian friends have not asked us about this," Putin said in response to a question from an AFP reporter at a televised press conference in Saint Petersburg.

Israel-Iran war LIVE | Iran has not asked Russia for military help: Putin

North Korea on Thursday slammed Israel's launching of strikes to spark its conflict with Iran, and warned US and European powers against "fanning up the flames of war," according to a foreign ministry spokesperson."The DPRK expresses serious concern over the Israel's military attack and resolutely denounces it," the spokesperson said in a statement carried by state-run news agency KCNA, adding that Israel's killing of civilians was "an unpardonable crime against humanity.""The illegal act of state-sponsored terrorism by Israel (is) raising the danger of a new all-out war in the Middle East region."&nbsp;

Israel-Iran war LIVE | N. Korea slams Israeli attacks on Iran as 'illegal act', 'crime against humanity'

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said Thursday his country has remained committed to "diplomacy" but will continue to act in "self-defence" following Israel's surprise attack nearly a week ago."Iran solely acts in self-defence. Even in the face of the most outrageous aggression against our people, Iran has so far only retaliated against the Israeli regime and not those who are aiding and abetting it," said Araghchi in a post on X."With the exception of the illegitimate, genocidal and occupying Israeli regime, we remain committed to diplomacy," he added.&nbsp;

Israel-Iran war LIVE | Iran says committed to diplomacy but acts in 'self-defence' against Israel

Putin says Iranians 'consolidating' around leadership amid Israeli strikes

Israel-Iran war LIVE | Putin says Iranians 'consolidating' around leadership amid Israeli strikes

Russian President Vladimir Putin said Thursday that a deal to end the fighting between Israel and Iran was possible, and that Israel's strikes on Iran had led to a "consolidation" of Iranian society around its leadership."We see that today in Iran... there is a consolidation of society around the country's political leadership," Putin told foreign journalists, including AFP, in a televised event."This is a delicate issue, and of course we need to be very careful here, but in my opinion, a solution can be found," he added, referring to a possible deal that was in the interests of both Israel and Iran.

Israel-Iran war LIVE | Putin says Iran-Israel deal that suits both sides is possible

Sirens are sounding across central Israel amid an Iranian ballistic missile attack.Civilians in areas where sirens are sounding are instructed to remain in bomb shelters until further notice.

Israel-Iran war LIVE | Sirens sound in central Israel due to Iranian missiles

The Israeli Air Force completed a wave of airstrikes on some 20 Iranian nuclear and weapon production sites in Tehran, the military announces.Some 60 fighter jets were involved in the strikes, which the IDF says hit “weapons production sites, centrifuge production sites, as well as research and development sites of the Iranian regime’s nuclear weapons development project.”The nuclear-related sites “were designated to allow the Iranian regime to expand the scale and pace of its uranium enrichment purpose of developing nuclear weapons,” the military says in a statement.The other targets included “factories producing raw materials and components for missile assembly, as well as sites for the production of Iran’s air defense systems,” the IDF says.

IDF says jets hit 20 nuclear and weapons production sites in Tehran

The United Nations Security Council will convene Friday to discuss the ongoing war between Israel and Iran, council president Guyana said.Following a first, urgent meeting after Israel attacked last Friday, this second session was requested by Iran, with support from Russia, China and Pakistan, a diplomat told AFP on Wednesday.

Israel-Iran war LIVE | UN Security Council to meet Friday on Israel-Iran war

US President Donald Trump said Wednesday he has not yet made a decision on whether to join Israel in bombing Iran and warned that the country's current leadership could fall as a result of the war.A change in Iran's government "could happen," he told reporters at the White House.

Israel-Iran war LIVE | Trump says not yet made decision on whether to attack Iran

Iran's foreign ministry summoned on Wednesday the Swiss ambassador, who represents US interests in the Islamic republic, over recent remarks by President Donald Trump."Following the irresponsible and threatening statements of the American president, the Swiss ambassador, as the guardian of this country's interests in Tehran, was summoned to the ministry of foreign affairs," state TV reported, without elaborating.

Israel-Iran war LIVE | Iran summons Swiss envoy over Trump's remarks: state TV

Iran's foreign ministry summoned Germany's ambassador to Tehran on Wednesday over remarks by German Chancellor Friedrich Merz supporting Israel's attacks on the Islamic republic."Following the shameful statements made by the German Chancellor in support of Tel Aviv's aggression against our country, the country's (Germany's) ambassador was summoned to the foreign ministry," state TV reported.

Israel-Iran war LIVE | Iran summons German envoy over remarks supporting Israel: state TV

France's President Emmanuel Macron on Wednesday urged Israel to end strikes on targets in Iran not linked to nuclear activities or ballistic missiles, his office said.Addressing a national security council meeting, he "noted his concern over the current escalation, with Israeli strikes increasingly hitting targets not linked to Iran's nuclear or ballistic programme, and a mounting number of civilian victims in Iran and Israel", it said.Macron said it was "necessary to urgently end these military operations, which pose significant threats to regional security".

Israel-Iran war LIVE | Macron urges Israel to halt strikes on Iran not linked to nuclear, ballistic programme

Several television broadcasts in Iran were apparently hacked with pictures and calls for an uprising and urging the public to rise and hit the streets against the government.The opposition-linked Iran International quotes officials as saying it only affected those receiving the broadcasts via satellite, suggesting interference with the satellite signal.

Iran TV broadcasts hacked with calls for uprising

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu thanked President Donald Trump for US support, calling him “a great friend of the State of Israel,” in a televised address in Hebrew on Wednesday.“I thank him for standing by our side, and I thank him for the support that the United States is providing us in defending the skies of Israel. We talk continuously, including last night. We had a very warm conversation. I would like to thank President Trump for his support,” Netanyahu said.

Netanyahu thanks ‘great friend of Israel’ Trump for support in defending Israeli skies

Iran was on Wednesday in a “near-total national internet blackout” as tensions deepened between Tehran and Israel, a London-based online watchdog said.“Live network data show Iran is now in the midst of a near-total national internet blackout; the incident follows a series of earlier partial disruptions and comes amid escalating military tensions with Israel after days of back-and-forth missile strikes,” NetBlocks wrote on X.

Iran in ‘near-total internet blackout’: UK-based watchdog

The US ambassador to Israel on Wednesday announced plans for evacuating Americans by air and sea as Israel’s war with Iran continued to rage for the sixth day in continuation.The embassy is “working on evacuation flights &amp; cruise ship departures” for “American citizens wanting to leave Israel,” Ambassador Mike Huckabee posted on X.“Urgent notice! American citizens wanting to leave Israel-&nbsp; US Embassy in Israel @usembassyjlm is working on evacuation flights &amp; cruise ship departures.You must enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) (https://mytravel.state.gov/s/step) You will be alerted w/ updates,” Huckabee said in the post.

US ambassador in Israel announces evacuation plan for Americans

A huge plume of white smoke was seen over southeast Tehran late Wednesday afternoon after a new series of powerful explosions, AFP journalists reported. The blasts came on the sixth day of the worst confrontation ever between Israel and Iran. The target was not immediately&nbsp;known.

Israel-Iran war LIVE | Huge plume of white smoke seen over Tehran after fresh explosions

President Donald Trump left the question of whether the United States will join Israeli strikes on Iran up in the air Wednesday, as he said that Tehran had reached out to seek negotiations. "I may do it, I may not do it. I mean, nobody knows what I'm going to do," Trump told reporters as he supervised the installation of a new flagpole on the White House South Lawn.

Israel-Iran war LIVE | Trump says he 'may or may not' strike Iran

Israel's military said it has destroyed five Iranian AH-1 attack helicopters at a base in western Iran in the Kermanshah area.mThe Israelis published black-and-white video of the bombing destroying the helicopters. Iran did not immediately comment.

Israel says its aircraft destroyed 5 Iranian attack helicopters

The air force is currently attacking military targets of the Iranian regime in the Tehran area: IDF

 Israel army says striking 'military targets' in Tehran

Blast heard in north Tehran, main road partially closed: AFP

Blast heard in north Tehran, main road partially closed: AFP

Israel will ease domestic restrictions imposed on its population due to the ongoing war with Iran and will "reopen its economy", Defence Minister Israel Katz said

Israel to ease domestic restrictions imposed due to Iran war: minister

Israel to ease domestic restrictions imposed due to Iran war

Israel to ease domestic restrictions imposed due to Iran war

Russia foreign ministry says that Russia and US are in contact over developments in Middle East

Russia foreign ministry says that Russia and US are in contact over developments in Middle East

Multiple explosions were heard in the Iranian capital Tehran on Wednesday, AFP journalists said, with black smoke seen rising in the east. The series of blasts was heard shortly before 3:30 pm (1200 GMT), on the sixth day of the most intense exchange of fire between arch-foes Iran and Israel

Multiple blasts heard in Tehran, black smoke visible in east: AFP

Britain said on Wednesday it was temporarily withdrawing the family members of staff who work at the country's embassy and consulate in Israel due to the significant risks posed from the conflict between Iran and Israel.

UK removes family members of foreign office staff in Israel

“We have witnessed a cyberattack targeting two of our banks—Bank Sepah and Bank Pasargad,” Iran said

Iran confirms two banks have been cyber attacked

The first evacuation flight of Indian nationals from Iran is likely to &nbsp;arrive in India around 2 am. tonight. The flight from Yerevan is expected to land from Yerevan at 2 am &nbsp;

First evacuation flight of Indian nationals from Iran is likely to  arrive in India today

“The Zionist regime has committed a serious mistake and must prepare to face the consequences. Iran will neither forgive the breach of its airspace nor forget the blood of its martyrs. They should know that Iran will not surrender and any US strike will have serious irreparable consequences,” Ali Khamenei said

 'Israel should be prepared to face consequences': Iran supreme leader Ali Khamenei

The UK Foreign Office updated its travel advisory for Israel, announcing the temporary withdrawal of family members of staff from the British Embassy in Tel Aviv and the British Consulate in Jerusalem. “Family members of staff at the British Embassy in Tel Aviv and the British Consulate in Jerusalem have been temporarily withdrawn as a precautionary measure. The Embassy and Consulate continues with essential work including services to British nationals,” the UK Foreign Office said.

Israel-Iran war LIVE | UK withdraws Embassy staff families from Israel amid rising Middle-East tensions

Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz claimed that government institutions in the Iranian capital, Tehran, were under attack. Comparing the events to a "tornado" sweeping over the Iranian capital, Katz said that the strikes marked the beginning of the collapse of a “dictatorship.” In a post on X, Katz wrote, “A tornado passes over Tehran. Symbols of government are being bombed and destroyed - from the Broadcasting Authority and soon other targets, and crowds of residents are fleeing. This is how dictatorships collapse.”

Israel-Iran war LIVE | “This is how dictatorships collapse…”: Israeli Defence Minister

The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) confirmed that two key Iranian nuclear-related sites, the TESA Karaj workshop and the Tehran Research Center have been struck. Sharing a post on X, IAEA wrote, “The IAEA has information that two centrifuge production facilities in Iran, the TESA Karaj workshop and the Tehran Research Center, were hit. Both sites were previously under IAEA monitoring and verification as part of the JCPOA. At the Tehran site, one building was hit where advanced centrifuge rotors were manufactured and tested. At Karaj, two buildings were destroyed where different centrifuge components were manufactured.”

Israel-Iran war LIVE | IAEA confirms strikes at nuclear facilities in Iran

Iran's Revolutionary Guard claimed on Wednesday its 11th round of missile attacks against Israeli marks "the beginning of the end" for Israel's air defences. Col. Iman Tajik, spokesman for Operation True Promise 3, said Iran had used a Fattah ballistic missile during the strike that successfully passed through Israel's air defences, calling it a message to the United States.

Israel-Iran war LIVE | Iran's Revolutionary Guard says missile attacks mark ‘beginning of the end' of Israel's air defences

China reacts after US President Donald Trump boasted that the United States could easily assassinate Iran's supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Guo Jiakun, Chinese foreign ministry spokesman said, "China is deeply worried about developments in the current situation and expresses grave concern. China opposes any violation of the aims and principles of the UN Charter and any infringement on the sovereignty, security and territorial integrity of other countries."&nbsp;

Israel-Iran war LIVE | “Deeply worried…”: China reacts to Trump's comment on Iran's supreme leader

The Israel Defence Forces (IDF) confirmed that one of its remotely piloted aircraft was downed over Iranian territory during an operational mission. In a post on X, the IDF said, “During an operational activity, surface-to-air missiles were fired at an Air Force remotely piloted aircraft. The device fell in Iranian airspace, there were no casualties and there is no fear of information leaking.”

Israel-Iran war LIVE | Israeli drone shot down in Iran, no casualties or data leak: IDF

Iranian state television on Wednesday (June 18) reported that the country’s army air defence units brought down a Hermes drone in central Isfahan province early this morning. State broadcaster IRIB also aired footage showing the wreckage of the surveillance drone. Separately, the official IRNA news agency stated that Iranian forces had also targeted and destroyed a hostile F-35 fighter jet in the Javadabad region of Varmint city, located in Tehran province.

Israel-Iran war LIVE | Iran says Israeli Hermes Drone downed over Isfahan

Almost 800 Chinese citizens have been evacuated from Iran since Israel launched military strikes against the country last week, Beijing said on Wednesday (June 18). "Currently... 791 Chinese nationals have been relocated from Iran to safe areas," foreign ministry spokesman Guo Jiakun said at a regular news conference, adding some Chinese nationals have also safely evacuated from Israel.

Israel-Iran war LIVE | Beijing says almost 800 Chinese citizens evacuated from Iran

According to a report by the Iranian Labour News Agency, police forces in Iran have intercepted 14 drones allegedly linked to Israel. Spokesperson Saeed Montazerolmahdi stated that authorities also uncovered hostile drone-producing workshops and drone-carrying vehicles across various provinces.

Israel-Iran war LIVE | Iran claims interception of 14 Israeli drones

Beijing has initiated the evacuation of Chinese nationals from Iran. The first group of evacuees left Tehran on Tuesday (June 17), travelling into Turkmenistan, the state-run outlet China News Service reported.

Israel-Iran war LIVE | China starts evacuating its citizens from Iran

French President Emmanuel Macron on Tuesday (Jun 17) warned that any military actions used in an attempt to force a regime change in Iran would result in “chaos”. This comes after US President Donald Trump made threats against Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.Macron made the remarks while talking to reporters at the Group of Seven summit in Canada shortly after Trump said he knows the exact location of Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, but will not target him, at least for now.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-it-would-be-chaos-macron-warns-against-forcing-regime-change-in-iran-amid-trump-s-threats-1750208728525">Read more here.</a>

Israel-Iran war LIVE | Macron warns against forcing regime change in Iran amid Trump’s threats

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Tuesday (Jun 17) that the ongoing conflict with Iran could bring “a different Middle East”. He added that the military confrontation could facilitate the Abraham Accords normalisation agreements between Israel and Arab states.In an interview aired on Channel 14 in Hebrew, Netanyahu was asked whether regime change in Tehran is a goal of his military campaign. He responded by saying that he “sees this through a historical lens…Cyrus freed the Jews, and today the Jewish state might free the Persians. Not in the sense that we’re doing it for them…In the end, they have to rise up themselves, but we are creating the conditions. And that’s why it could be consequential.”<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-it-s-either-us-or-them-netanyahu-says-israel-iran-conflict-will-bring-a-different-middle-east-1750201699808">Read more here.</a>

Israel-Iran war LIVE | ‘It’s either us or them’: Netanyahu says Israel-Iran conflict will bring ‘a different Middle East’

Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps said Wednesday that hypersonic missiles were used during the latest attack on Israel, as fighting between the archfoes entered a sixth day."The 11th wave of the proud Operation Honest Promise 3 using Fattah-1 missiles" was carried out, the Guards said in a statement carried by state television, claiming that Iranian forces "have gained complete control over the skies of the occupied territories".

Israel-Iran war LIVE | Iran's Revolutionary Guards say hypersonic missile used to attack Israel

The US Embassy in Jerusalem said it will close until Friday and directed government employees to shelter in place as Israel and Iran battle each other.In a statement posted to its website, the embassy said Tuesday evening the closure was "a result of the current security situation and ongoing conflict between Israel and Iran."

Israel-Iran war LIVE | US closing embassy in Jerusalem until Friday

&lt;blockquote class="twitter-tweet"&gt;&lt;p lang="fa" dir="rtl"&gt;به نام نامی &lt;a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/%D8%AD%DB%8C%D8%AF%D8%B1?src=hash&amp;amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw"&gt;#حیدر&lt;/a&gt;، نبرد آغاز می‌گردد&lt;br&gt;علی با ذوالفقار خود، به &lt;a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/%D8%AE%DB%8C%D8%A8%D8%B1?src=hash&amp;amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw"&gt;#خیبر&lt;/a&gt; باز می‌گردد&lt;a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/%D8%A7%D9%84%D9%84%D9%87_%D8%A7%DA%A9%D8%A8%D8%B1?src=hash&amp;amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw"&gt;#الله_اکبر&lt;/a&gt; &lt;a href="https://t.co/yGYrXUDGoK"&gt;pic.twitter.com/yGYrXUDGoK&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&amp;mdash; KHAMENEI.IR | فارسی 🇮🇷 (@Khamenei_fa) &lt;a href="https://twitter.com/Khamenei_fa/status/1935091514083778752?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw"&gt;June 17, 2025&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/blockquote&gt; &lt;script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"&gt;&lt;/script&gt;

Israel-Iran war LIVE | Iran's Khamenei says 'the battle begins'

&lt;blockquote class="twitter-tweet"&gt;&lt;p lang="iw" dir="rtl"&gt;צה״ל זיהה כי לפני זמן קצר שוגרו טילים מאיראן לעבר שטח מדינת ישראל,&lt;br&gt;מערכות ההגנה פועלות ליירט את האיום. &lt;br&gt;יש להיכנס למרחבים המוגנים בעת קבלת ההתרעה, ולשהות בהם עד להודעה חדשה. &lt;br&gt;יציאה מהמרחב המוגן תתאפשר לאחר קבלת הנחיה מפורשת בלבד, יש להמשיך ולפעול על פי הנחיות פיקוד העורף&lt;/p&gt;&amp;mdash; צבא ההגנה לישראל (@idfonline) &lt;a href="https://twitter.com/idfonline/status/1935100648476852366?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw"&gt;June 17, 2025&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/blockquote&gt; &lt;script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"&gt;&lt;/script&gt;

Israel-Iran war LIVE | IDF identifies missiles launched from Iran towards Israel

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu just wrapped up a phone call with US President Donald Trump, an Israeli official says.Netanyahu said yesterday that he has spoken with Trump almost every day since the Israel-Iran conflict broke out last week.Comments from Trump over the past day have raised speculation that the US could join Israel in striking Iran.

Israel-Iran war LIVE | Trump, Netanyahu finish phone call amid speculation US could join strikes on Iran

Medics are responding to reports of several missile impacts in central Israel, following Iran’s latest attack.Magen David Adom says it has not received any immediate reports of injuries.At least 15 missiles were launched from Iran in the attack, according to preliminary IDF estimates.The Home Front Command says civilians in areas where sirens sounded can now leave bomb shelters.

Israel-Iran war LIVE | Medics responding to impacts in central Israel

Sirens are sounding across central and northern Israel amid an Iranian ballistic missile attack.Civilians in areas where sirens are sounding are instructed to remain in bomb shelters until further notice.

Israel-Iran war LIVE |  Incoming Iranian missiles set off sirens in central and northern Israel

US President Donald Trump on Tuesday (Jun 17) held a National Security Council meeting to discuss the ongoing conflict between Iran and Israel, the White House said. This comes amid reports that the US leader is considering whether to join Israel’s military operations against Tehran.AFP reported, citing a White House official, that the meeting in the White House Situation Room lasted around one hour and 20 minutes. The official did not add further details.Following the meeting, administration officials told NBC News that Trump is considering various options, including a US strike.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-considering-strike-on-iran-us-president-holds-national-security-meeting-as-tensions-rise-in-mideast-1750194588465">Read more here.</a>

Israel-Iran war LIVE | Trump considering strike on Iran? US President holds national security meeting

Iranian security forces arrest ‘terrorist team’ linked to Israel with explosives in a town southwest of the capital Tehran, Iranian state media reported.

Iranian security forces arrest ‘terrorist team’ linked to Israel

Air raid sirens rang in a large swath of northern Israel on Tuesday warning of an incoming barrage of Iranian missiles, the military said."A short while ago, sirens sounded in several areas across Israel following the identification of missiles launched from Iran toward the State of Israel," the military said in the seventh such warning since midnight (2100 GMT on Monday).

Israel-Iran war LIVE | Air raid sirens in northern Israel due to Iranian missiles: military

Washington is setting up a round-the-clock task force to help Americans in the Middle East amid the Israel-Iran conflict, State Department spokesperson Tammy Bruce said Tuesday."The Department of State has established the Middle East Task Force to help coordinate support for us, citizens, our US diplomatic missions and personnel and diplomatic engagement," she told a press briefing."The task force is operating 24 hours a day over the past week to help keep us citizens informed. We have issued more than 30 security alerts to countries in the region and updated travel advisories for Iraq and Israel," she said.

Israel-Iran war LIVE | US creates task force for citizens in Mideast during Israel-Iran conflict

French President Emmanuel Macron said Tuesday that Donald Trump had a critical role in restarting diplomacy with Tehran and said he believed the US leader favors a ceasefire between Iran and Israel."I believe we need the United States of America to bring everyone back around the table," Macron told reporters at a Group of Seven summit in Canada.

Macron says US role critical to restart Iran diplomacy

French President Emmanuel Macron on Tuesday warned any attempt to change the regime in Iran would result in "chaos" as US ally Israel traded fire with its arch foe.Macron was speaking at a G7 summit in Canada shortly after President Donald Trump said the United States would not kill Iran's supreme leader "for now."

Israel-Iran war LIVE | Macron warns attempt at Iran regime change would bring 'chaos'

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan accused Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of being "the biggest threat" to the Middle East region, in a phone call with Qatar's emir on Tuesday, his office said.Erdogan said that he "will continue his efforts to end the spiral of violence, and that Netanyahu has shown once again that he is the biggest threat to the security of the region," according to the presidency.&nbsp;

Israel-Iran war LIVE | Erdogan says Israel under Netanyahu 'biggest threat' to region

Loud blasts were heard Tuesday across Tehran, AFP reported, as intense fighting raged between Iran and Israel for the fifth consecutive day.

Israel-Iran war LIVE |  Loud blasts heard across Tehran

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan accused Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of being "the biggest threat" to the Middle East region, in a phone call with Qatar's emir on Tuesday, his office said.&nbsp;Erdogan said that he "will continue his efforts to end the spiral of violence, and that Netanyahu has shown once again that he is the biggest threat to the security of the region," according to the presidency.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Iran's Revolutionary Guards said they launched on Tuesday an attack targeting Israeli air bases from which they claim fighter jets have taken off to strike the Islamic republic."In the new wave of attacks, a large-scale missile operation was carried out against the air bases of the Zionist regime's army, which are the bases from which the regime's fighter jets take off towards our beloved country," the Guards said in a statement carried by state TV.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Israel-Iran war LIVE | Iran Guards say targeted Israeli air bases in fresh attack

United States President Donald Trump is meeting with his national security team in the Situation Room this afternoon, according to a White House official. &nbsp;

Israel-Iran war LIVE | Trump meeting with national security team in Situation Room soon

US President Donald Trump on Tuesday (17 June) claimed that the United States knows the exact location of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei but will not target him, at least for now.“We know exactly where the so-called ‘Supreme Leader’ is hiding. He is an easy target, but is safe there – We are not going to take him out (kill!), at least not for now,” Trump wrote on his social media platform, Truth Social.He warned, however, that US patience is wearing thin. “But we don’t want missiles shot at civilians, or American soldiers. Our patience is wearing thin. Thank you for your attention to this matter!”

Israel-Iran war LIVE | Trump WARNS US knows where Iran’s Supreme Leader is hiding, but rules out strike

The Iranian armed forces launched another wave of missiles and drones on Israel on Tuesday.&nbsp;According to the local media in Iran, the missiles and drones were fired towards the Israeli regime from regions across Iran.Initial reports suggest that sirens were triggered in different parts of occupied territories after Iran's fresh missile and drone attack.

Iran announces new wave of attacks on Israel: State TV

Iranian media reported widespread internet disruption on Tuesday as Israel and Iran traded fire for a fifth straight day.“Internet users in several provinces are reporting widespread internet disruption,” the Ham Mihan newspaper reported. Other media outlets also carried similar reports.It was not immediately clear as to what caused the internet disruption. Iran has also imposed internet restrictions since Israel launched its unprecedented aerial campaign against Iranian military and nuclear facilities last Friday.

Iran media reports widespread internet disruption

A series of loud explosions were heard in north Tehran on Tuesday, as Israel continued its strikes on Iran’s military and nuclear facilities for a fifth day, reported an AFP journalist.It was not immediately clear whether the blasts were the result of incoming Israeli strikes or Iranian air defence fire.Meanwhile, Iran’s state-run IRNA news agency reported Israeli airstrikes around the city of Isfahan in the afternoon, with air defence also firing. It did not elaborate on the targets. A series of explosions and anti-aircraft fire also boomed throughout Tehran just before 6:30 pm local time.

Loud blasts heard in north Tehran amid reported Israeli strikes, hits also reported in Isfahan

The Israeli Defence Services said that the Israeli Air Force conducted a wave of airstrikes on ballistic missile launchers in western Iran.The Israeli military said that the IAF fighter jets hit dozens of ballistic missile launchers and other facilities in Iran, impacting the Islamic Republic's firepower.Besides, since Tuesday morning, the IDF says it struck Iranian air defense systems and radar sites in western Iran.

Israeli jets complete wave of airstrikes on Iranian missile launchers, says IDF

Israel Strikes Iran Live: Israel has launched a ‘preemptive strike’ on Iran, said Israeli defence minister early Friday (Jun 13).

Israel Strikes Iran Live Updates: Israel has launched a ‘preemptive strike’ on Iran, said Israeli defence minister early Friday (Jun 13). A state of emergency has been declared in Israel following the military action. “Following the State of Israel's preemptive strike against Iran, a missile and drone attack against the State of Israel and its civilian population is expected in the immediate future,” Israel Katz said. 'Struck at the heart of Iran's nuclear programme' Shortly after the attack, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said, “We struck at the heart of Iran's nuclear enrichment programme.” “We struck at the heart of Iran's nuclear weaponisation programme. We targeted Iran's main enrichment facility in Natanz. We targeted Iran's leading nuclear scientists working on the Iranian bomb. We also struck at the heart of Iran's ballistic missile programme,” he added. “This operation will continue for as many days as it takes to remove this threat,” the Israeli prime minister said.

Israel Strikes Iran Live: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu thanked President Donald Trump for US support in defending Israeli skies, calling him “a great friend of the State of Israel”.

israel iran-war

Killing Iran’s military leaders ‘one by one’: Netanyahu says Israel ‘changing face of Middle East’

'Tomorrow, it’s New York': Netanyahu says US must back Israel or...

Air raid sirens blare in Israel after Iran threatens 'LARGEST missile attack'

WATCH | Iran state TV goes dark after Israeli strike hits during live broadcast

Trump tells Iran to make a deal before 'it’s too late’ as Israel pounds Tehran

Behind the doors, Iran wants talks, not war

'NO crossing into Iran': Pakistan shuts Iran border indefinitely

Rising Israel-Iran tensions threaten energy security and trade, warns GTRI

US to be involved in Israel-Iran war? Trump says there's a possibility

How Iran identified, monitored, and executed Mossad spy Esmail Fekri

Iran doesn't intend to develop nuclear weapons: Masoud Pezeshkian

Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei is living in bunker amid war with Israel

244 killed in Iran, 14 in Israel. What both nations lost in 3 days into war

Israel-Iran war LIVE | Israel warns Iranians in two villages to evacuate

Israel tried to kill Iranian leader, but Trump intervened

'MOST DISTANT STRIKE': Israeli Air Force bombs Iranian plane at Mashhad Airport

Iron Dome Is just the beginning: Here’s what else Israel has in the sky

Israel, Iran will MAKE A DEAL: Trump shows confidence in bringing peace amid war

Iran doesn't have bomb shelters? Here's how it is planning to protect civilian

SOLID EVIDENCE against US? Iran accuses America of supporting Israeli attacks

'Large list of targets left': Israel attacks nuclear facility in Iran's Isfahan

How Israeli fighter jets prepared and attacked over 80 targets in Iran - WATCH

10 killed in Israel, 7 missing; IDF warns Iranians near military sites to leave

Abbas Araghchi: Tehran doesn't want conflict expansion unless forced to do so