The Israel Defense Forces has now said that it has eliminated the commander of Iran’s Revolutionary Guards’ air force Amir Ali Hajizadeh, and several others from IRGC Air Force. Iran has also confirmed that Israeli strike has killed Brigadier General Hajizadeh.&nbsp;Israel on Friday (Jun 13) struck Iran's military and nuclear facilities, with explosions being heard in Tehran. The attack came amid mounting tensions between the United States and Iran over the nuclear deal. Israel declared a state of emergency in anticipation of a missile and drone strike by Tehran. &nbsp;In response, Iran said Israel's deadly strikes were a "declaration of war" and called on the UN Security Council to act.''<h2>Iran's three powerful men killed in Israel's strike</h2>Israel said that Iran's armed forces chief of staff, Mohammad Bagheri as well as Revolutionary Guards chief Hossein Salami were killed in the strike.Iran has also confirmed that three of the most powerful men in the country were killed in Israel's Operation Rising Lion. The third one is reportedly Ali Shamkhani, &nbsp;supreme leader's adviser and former IRGC commander.<h2>Who else was killed in Israel's strike on Iran</h2>The Israel Defense Forces has now confirmed a number of others who were killed in the strike. &nbsp;1. Amir Ali Hajizadeh, Commander of the Revolutionary Guards' air force 2.Taher-Por, Commander of Revolutionary Guards Air Force's UAV Command 3. Daoud Shihian, Commander of the Revolutionary Guards Air Force’s Air Defense Command4. Gholam Ali Rashid, Commander of Iran’s Khatam al-Anbia Central Headquarters&nbsp;5. Brigadier General Davoud Shekhiyan, Commander of the Air Defense Division of the IRGC Aerospace Force&nbsp;<img src="https://cdn1.wionews.com/prod/wion/images/2025/20250613/image-1749812927019.png"> &nbsp;The IDF also said that the senior Iranian air force officials who were eliminated led the attack on Saudi oil facilities in September 2019.The IDF further stated that the IRGC Air Force was responsible for repeated attacks against Israeli citizens. "At its peak, Hajizadeh and his men commanded the direct firing of missiles and drones from Iran into Israel in October and the direct launch of missiles in April. Haji-Zada has publicly declared allegiance to the idea of ​​destroying Israel at various events over the past few years and has played a central role in building the plan to destroy Israel," the IDF said in a post on X.

Israel struck Iran's military and nuclear facilities on June 13, killing few most powerful men of the country

The Israel Defense Forces has now said that it has eliminated the commander of Iran’s Revolutionary Guards’ air force Amir Ali Hajizadeh, and several others from IRGC Air Force. Iran has also confirmed that Israeli strike has killed Brigadier General Hajizadeh. Israel on Friday (Jun 13) struck Iran's military and nuclear facilities, with explosions being heard in Tehran. The attack came amid mounting tensions between the United States and Iran over the nuclear deal. Israel declared a state of emergency in anticipation of a missile and drone strike by Tehran. In response, Iran said Israel's deadly strikes were a "declaration of war" and called on the UN Security Council to act.'' Iran's three powerful men killed in Israel's strike Israel said that Iran's armed forces chief of staff, Mohammad Bagheri as well as Revolutionary Guards chief Hossein Salami were killed in the strike. Iran has also confirmed that three of the most powerful men in the country were killed in Israel's Operation Rising Lion. The third one is reportedly Ali Shamkhani, supreme leader's adviser and former IRGC commander. Who else was killed in Israel's strike on Iran The Israel Defense Forces has now confirmed a number of others who were killed in the strike. 1. Amir Ali Hajizadeh, Commander of the Revolutionary Guards' air force 2.Taher-Por, Commander of Revolutionary Guards Air Force's UAV Command 3. Daoud Shihian, Commander of the Revolutionary Guards Air Force’s Air Defense Command 4. Gholam Ali Rashid, Commander of Iran’s Khatam al-Anbia Central Headquarters 5. Brigadier General Davoud Shekhiyan, Commander of the Air Defense Division of the IRGC Aerospace Force The IDF also said that the senior Iranian air force officials who were eliminated led the attack on Saudi oil facilities in September 2019. The IDF further stated that the IRGC Air Force was responsible for repeated attacks against Israeli citizens. "At its peak, Hajizadeh and his men commanded the direct firing of missiles and drones from Iran into Israel in October and the direct launch of missiles in April. Haji-Zada has publicly declared allegiance to the idea of destroying Israel at various events over the past few years and has played a central role in building the plan to destroy Israel," the IDF said in a post on X.

The Israel Defense Forces has now said that it has eliminated the commander of Iran’s Revolutionary Guards’ air force Amir Ali Hajizadeh

Iran Revolutionary Guards Air Force head Amir Ali Hajizadeh killed in Israel's strike | Full list of others who were 'eliminated' by IDF

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has promised a strong response to Israel’s early Friday strikes, calling them a “foolish act” that will not go unanswered.“The Islamic Republic of Iran’s legitimate and powerful response will make the enemy regret its foolish act,” Pezeshkian said on X. He urged the public to support the government, saying, “The Iranian people and the officials will not remain silent in the face of this crime.”The Iranian Cabinet also met to discuss the developments, according to the official IRNA news agency.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-strikes-iran-what-is-the-red-flag-of-revenge-iran-s-declaration-of-war-after-israeli-strikes-kill-top-generals-1749814190367">What is red flag of revenge? Iran's 'declaration of war’ after Israeli strikes</a><h2>Supreme Leader issues stern warning</h2>Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei also condemned the Israeli strikes, calling them a grave mistake.“The Zionist regime at dawn today extended its vile and bloody hand to commit a crime in our dear country and revealed its evil nature more than ever by striking residential centres,” Khamenei said in a message to the Iranian public.“The regime must expect harsh punishment. The powerful hand of the Islamic Republic’s armed forces will not let it go, God willing,” he added.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-they-are-dead-now-and-it-will-get-worse-trump-warns-iran-to-make-a-deal-before-nothing-s-left-after-israeli-strikes-1749810106093">Trump warns Iran to 'make a deal' before nothing's left after Israeli strikes</a><h2>Israel’s Operation Rising Lion kills Iran’s top military leaders</h2>On Friday, Israel carried out “preemptive” airstrikes targeting Iran’s military and nuclear infrastructure. The strikes triggered multiple explosions across Tehran and claimed the lives of key Iranian military leaders.According to Israeli officials, the country’s armed forces chief of staff Mohammad Bagheri, Revolutionary Guards chief Hossein Salami, and Supreme Leader adviser Ali Shamkhani were killed during the assault.Iran has confirmed the deaths, calling the Israeli strike a “declaration of war” and appealing to the UN Security Council to intervene.The attack comes at a time of heightened tensions between Iran, Israel, and the United States, particularly over Tehran’s nuclear programme.

On Friday, Israel carried out “preemptive” airstrikes targeting Iran’s military and nuclear infrastructure. The strikes triggered multiple explosions across Tehran and claimed the lives of key Iranian military leaders.

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has promised a strong response to Israel’s early Friday strikes, calling them a “foolish act” that will not go unanswered. “The Islamic Republic of Iran’s legitimate and powerful response will make the enemy regret its foolish act,” Pezeshkian said on X. He urged the public to support the government, saying, “The Iranian people and the officials will not remain silent in the face of this crime.” The Iranian Cabinet also met to discuss the developments, according to the official IRNA news agency. Also read: What is red flag of revenge? Iran's 'declaration of war’ after Israeli strikes Supreme Leader issues stern warning Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei also condemned the Israeli strikes, calling them a grave mistake. “The Zionist regime at dawn today extended its vile and bloody hand to commit a crime in our dear country and revealed its evil nature more than ever by striking residential centres,” Khamenei said in a message to the Iranian public. “The regime must expect harsh punishment. The powerful hand of the Islamic Republic’s armed forces will not let it go, God willing,” he added. Also read: Trump warns Iran to 'make a deal' before nothing's left after Israeli strikes Israel’s Operation Rising Lion kills Iran’s top military leaders On Friday, Israel carried out “preemptive” airstrikes targeting Iran’s military and nuclear infrastructure. The strikes triggered multiple explosions across Tehran and claimed the lives of key Iranian military leaders. According to Israeli officials, the country’s armed forces chief of staff Mohammad Bagheri, Revolutionary Guards chief Hossein Salami, and Supreme Leader adviser Ali Shamkhani were killed during the assault. Iran has confirmed the deaths, calling the Israeli strike a “declaration of war” and appealing to the UN Security Council to intervene. The attack comes at a time of heightened tensions between Iran, Israel, and the United States, particularly over Tehran’s nuclear programme.

On Friday, Israel carried out “preemptive” airstrikes targeting Iran’s military and nuclear infrastructure. The strikes triggered multiple explosions across Tehran and claimed the lives of key Iranian military leaders.

‘Israel will regret this’: Iranian President Pezeshkian vows revenge after Israel attacks Tehran's nuclear facility, kills top generals

In 2003, Libyan leader Muammar Gaddafi gave up the nation's decade-old nuclear programme in exchange for normalisation with the West and lifting of US sanctions, but in 2011, he was dragged through the streets in the civil war as NATO forces encircled the air in Libya. Post-Gaddafi Libya turned to anarchy, extremism, and eventually collapsed.&nbsp;Nearly a decade before that, Saddam Hussein was forced to relinquish his Weapons of Mass Destruction; however, in 2003, Bush administration went with tanks rolling into Baghdad on false WMD pretences and within days, his regime collapsed.<h2>These precedents loom large over Iran</h2>Israel on June 13 launched a preemptive strike, which it calls “Operation Rising Lion”, unleashing waves of air attacks and supported by Mossad-backed sabotage across 100 nuclear and military sites in Iran. The strikes reportedly killed Iran's Revolutionary Guard commander Hossein Salami, the chief of the Armed Forces, Mohammad Bagheri, and several nuclear scientists, while Iran launched more than 100 drones in retaliation.The strike reportedly hit Natnaz nuclear site, although the International Atomic Energy Agency confirmed no immediate radiation leaks, but global alarms have sounded.Iran has reportedly come closer than ever to enriching its Uranium stockpile to 90 per cent, this had agitated Israel, which perceives Iran as an existential threat and used this argument to justify its strike in Iran. The US government has denied its involvement in the attacks; however, it confirmed that it was informed about Israel's intentions of carrying out the attack. It has repeatedly warned Iran that any attack on US personnel and infrastructure will lead to escalation.&nbsp;<h2>Diplomacy at the crossroads</h2>US President Donald Trump has repeatedly said that Iran can't have a nuclear bomb. “… We are hoping to get back to the negotiating table. We will see. There are several people in leadership that will not be coming back,” said Donald Trump. The sixth round of talks between the US and Iran is scheduled on June 15 in Oman. It was supposedly a critical opportunity to de-escalate Iran's nuclear ambitions, in exchange for limited sanction relief and dialogue in the region.&nbsp;On June 12, the IAEA's board formally censured Iran first time in two decades, as it has failed to explain “undeclared nuclear material and activities” in multiple nuclear facilities. According to IAEA reports, Iran has increased its stockpile of near-weapons-grade material by at least 50 per cent since February.In response to the censure, Iran has announced a new secret enrichment site and more advanced centrifuges, hinting at a possible withdrawal from IAEA commitments.&nbsp;Some analysts say these strikes might backfire; Iran now has every reason to go nuclear, not just to build the bomb, but to show that they won't be bullied into submission.&nbsp;The US strongly opposes Iran’s nuclear arms potential; supports diplomacy, but is preparing for conflict if needed. The EU believes that Iran is breaching its nuclear agreement, but wants diplomacy and to seal off sanctions.<h2>Between history and hypocrisy</h2>When Muammar Gaddafi was being ousted, it was not for security reasons that NATO forces invaded Libya. Inspired by the Arab Spring, protests erupted in Libya against Gaddafi's 42-year rule. Gaddafi violently quashed the rebels. NATO forces took legal authorisation from the United Nations to protect civilians in Libya, basically legalising military intervention. It coordinated with rebel forces to overthrow Gaddafi. Gaddafi tried using Libya's voluntary disarmament to convince NATO to cease its operations. But it didn't help. Gaddafi's son, Saif and others in Libya's government expressed their regret over nuclear disarmament. The U.S., U.K., France, and allies took the lead in bombing Gaddafi’s forces. After the death of Gaddafi, Libya descended into chaos. NATO had no plans for post-Gaddafi Libya.&nbsp;Similarly, in Iraq, after the 1991 Gulf War, under the restrictions from the IAEA and United Nations Special Commission, Nuclear Weapons were dismantled. There was no proof of Weapons of Mass Destruction when the United States tanks were in Baghdad. Till now, in 2025, the US has not provided any evidence that justifies the invasion of Iraq. The nuclear claim became the central failure of US intelligence and the justification for a war that led to Iraq’s collapse.The cases of Iraq and Libya remain a powerful argument for Iran; those who surrender have faced the destruction of their regime. Iran itself had witnessed a democratically elected government of Mohammad Mossadegh in 1953, overthrown by the CIA- and MI6-backed coup. "Operation Ajax" installed a monarch, Mohammad Reza Pahlavi, to protect the oil interests of the US and the UK. This must have been embedded in the historical memory of the Iranian people, which later moved to theocracy following the Islamic revolution. These memories of Iran, along with the mistrust of President Trump walking away from the deal in 2018, have given Iran every reason to pursue nuclear weapons, not just as a deterrence but as an insurance.&nbsp;Iran faces a somewhat similar situation to Iraq and Libya, even if it agrees to nuclear disarmament and transparency, it will not guarantee Iran protection from regime change, sanctions or a military coup. In contrast, North Korea is still standing firm under the immense pressure from the US and the EU despite not agreeing to disarmament. But if Iran continues with its nuclear enrichment programme, it will have to face these pre-emptive strikes.&nbsp;As the US President Trump puts it aptly, “The United States makes the best and most lethal military equipment anywhere in the World and Israel has a lot of it...And they know how to use it.”&nbsp;

In the wake of Israel's June 13 strike on Iranian nuclear sites, this analysis explores how past U.S.-led interventions in Libya and Iraq shape Iran's nuclear stance today. With diplomacy faltering, history, mistrust, and survival instincts are pushing Iran toward the bomb.

In 2003, Libyan leader Muammar Gaddafi gave up the nation's decade-old nuclear programme in exchange for normalisation with the West and lifting of US sanctions, but in 2011, he was dragged through the streets in the civil war as NATO forces encircled the air in Libya. Post-Gaddafi Libya turned to anarchy, extremism, and eventually collapsed. Nearly a decade before that, Saddam Hussein was forced to relinquish his Weapons of Mass Destruction; however, in 2003, Bush administration went with tanks rolling into Baghdad on false WMD pretences and within days, his regime collapsed. These precedents loom large over Iran Israel on June 13 launched a preemptive strike, which it calls “Operation Rising Lion”, unleashing waves of air attacks and supported by Mossad-backed sabotage across 100 nuclear and military sites in Iran. The strikes reportedly killed Iran's Revolutionary Guard commander Hossein Salami, the chief of the Armed Forces, Mohammad Bagheri, and several nuclear scientists, while Iran launched more than 100 drones in retaliation. The strike reportedly hit Natnaz nuclear site, although the International Atomic Energy Agency confirmed no immediate radiation leaks, but global alarms have sounded. Iran has reportedly come closer than ever to enriching its Uranium stockpile to 90 per cent, this had agitated Israel, which perceives Iran as an existential threat and used this argument to justify its strike in Iran. The US government has denied its involvement in the attacks; however, it confirmed that it was informed about Israel's intentions of carrying out the attack. It has repeatedly warned Iran that any attack on US personnel and infrastructure will lead to escalation. Diplomacy at the crossroads US President Donald Trump has repeatedly said that Iran can't have a nuclear bomb. “… We are hoping to get back to the negotiating table. We will see. There are several people in leadership that will not be coming back,” said Donald Trump. The sixth round of talks between the US and Iran is scheduled on June 15 in Oman. It was supposedly a critical opportunity to de-escalate Iran's nuclear ambitions, in exchange for limited sanction relief and dialogue in the region. On June 12, the IAEA's board formally censured Iran first time in two decades, as it has failed to explain “undeclared nuclear material and activities” in multiple nuclear facilities. According to IAEA reports, Iran has increased its stockpile of near-weapons-grade material by at least 50 per cent since February. In response to the censure, Iran has announced a new secret enrichment site and more advanced centrifuges, hinting at a possible withdrawal from IAEA commitments. Some analysts say these strikes might backfire; Iran now has every reason to go nuclear, not just to build the bomb, but to show that they won't be bullied into submission. The US strongly opposes Iran’s nuclear arms potential; supports diplomacy, but is preparing for conflict if needed. The EU believes that Iran is breaching its nuclear agreement, but wants diplomacy and to seal off sanctions. Between history and hypocrisy When Muammar Gaddafi was being ousted, it was not for security reasons that NATO forces invaded Libya. Inspired by the Arab Spring, protests erupted in Libya against Gaddafi's 42-year rule. Gaddafi violently quashed the rebels. NATO forces took legal authorisation from the United Nations to protect civilians in Libya, basically legalising military intervention. It coordinated with rebel forces to overthrow Gaddafi. Gaddafi tried using Libya's voluntary disarmament to convince NATO to cease its operations. But it didn't help. Gaddafi's son, Saif and others in Libya's government expressed their regret over nuclear disarmament. The U.S., U.K., France, and allies took the lead in bombing Gaddafi’s forces. After the death of Gaddafi, Libya descended into chaos. NATO had no plans for post-Gaddafi Libya. Similarly, in Iraq, after the 1991 Gulf War, under the restrictions from the IAEA and United Nations Special Commission, Nuclear Weapons were dismantled. There was no proof of Weapons of Mass Destruction when the United States tanks were in Baghdad. Till now, in 2025, the US has not provided any evidence that justifies the invasion of Iraq. The nuclear claim became the central failure of US intelligence and the justification for a war that led to Iraq’s collapse. The cases of Iraq and Libya remain a powerful argument for Iran; those who surrender have faced the destruction of their regime. Iran itself had witnessed a democratically elected government of Mohammad Mossadegh in 1953, overthrown by the CIA- and MI6-backed coup. "Operation Ajax" installed a monarch, Mohammad Reza Pahlavi, to protect the oil interests of the US and the UK. This must have been embedded in the historical memory of the Iranian people, which later moved to theocracy following the Islamic revolution. These memories of Iran, along with the mistrust of President Trump walking away from the deal in 2018, have given Iran every reason to pursue nuclear weapons, not just as a deterrence but as an insurance. Iran faces a somewhat similar situation to Iraq and Libya, even if it agrees to nuclear disarmament and transparency, it will not guarantee Iran protection from regime change, sanctions or a military coup. In contrast, North Korea is still standing firm under the immense pressure from the US and the EU despite not agreeing to disarmament. But if Iran continues with its nuclear enrichment programme, it will have to face these pre-emptive strikes. As the US President Trump puts it aptly, “The United States makes the best and most lethal military equipment anywhere in the World and Israel has a lot of it...And they know how to use it.”

In the wake of Israel's June 13 strike on Iranian nuclear sites, this analysis explores how past U.S.-led interventions in Libya and Iraq shape Iran's nuclear stance today. With diplomacy faltering, history, mistrust, and survival instincts are pushing Iran toward the bomb.

Inside Iran's nuclear dilemma- What lessons did it learn from Iraq and Libya?

US President Donald Trump on Friday (June 13) praised Israel's airstrikes on Iran’s&nbsp;nuclear sites, missile systems, and military leadership, calling the operation "excellent" and warning that "there’s more to come."&nbsp;&nbsp;In a telephonic conversation with ABC News’ Chief Washington Correspondent Jonathan Karl, Trump said, "I think it's been excellent. We gave them a chance and they didn't take it. They got hit hard, very hard. They got hit about as hard as you're going to get hit. And there's more to come. A lot more."&nbsp;When asked whether the United States played a role in the attacks, he declined to answer directly, saying, “I don’t want to comment on that.”&nbsp;<h2>Trump warns of “much worse" consequences</h2>Trump has also called on Iran to come to the negotiating table over its nuclear programme, warning of “much worse” consequences if it fails to act.&nbsp;In a post on Truth Social on Friday, Trump said, “I gave Iran chance after chance to make a deal. I told them, in the strongest of words, to ‘just do it’, but no matter how hard they tried, no matter how close they got, they just couldn’t get it done.”&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://cdn1.wionews.com/prod/wion/images/2025/20250613/image-1749821626978.png"></figure>&nbsp;The POTUS also issued a threat about the strength of US and Israeli military power, saying, “The United States makes the best and most lethal military equipment anywhere in the World, BY FAR, and that Israel has a lot of it, with much more to come, And they know how to use it.” He also claimed that ‘Iranian hardliners’ underestimated the response they would face.&nbsp;US president wrote in his post, “Certain Iranian hardliner’s spoke bravely, but they didn’t know what was about to happen. They are all DEAD now, and it will only get worse!” He added that there had already been “great death and destruction”, but stressed there was still time for diplomacy.&nbsp;Stating that Iran should ‘make a deal’ soon, Trump warned Tehran that if it does not want more death and destruction, it must finalise a deal with America soon.<h2>Iran accuses Israel of declaring war</h2>Iran, meanwhile, accused Israel of launching strikes on its military and nuclear facilities on Friday and called the attack a “declaration of war”. Iran’s foreign minister Abbas Araghchi sent a letter to the United Nations Security Council, urging the international body to act quickly.&nbsp;The Iranian foreign ministry said Araghchi “called on the Security Council to immediately address this issue”, according to AFP.

US President Donald Trump on Friday praised Israel's airstrikes on Iran’s  nuclear sites, missile systems, and military leadership, calling the operation "excellent" and warning that there’s more to come.

US President Donald Trump on Friday (June 13) praised Israel's airstrikes on Iran’s nuclear sites, missile systems, and military leadership, calling the operation "excellent" and warning that "there’s more to come." In a telephonic conversation with ABC News’ Chief Washington Correspondent Jonathan Karl, Trump said, "I think it's been excellent. We gave them a chance and they didn't take it. They got hit hard, very hard. They got hit about as hard as you're going to get hit. And there's more to come. A lot more." When asked whether the United States played a role in the attacks, he declined to answer directly, saying, “I don’t want to comment on that.” Trump warns of “much worse" consequences Trump has also called on Iran to come to the negotiating table over its nuclear programme, warning of “much worse” consequences if it fails to act. In a post on Truth Social on Friday, Trump said, “I gave Iran chance after chance to make a deal. I told them, in the strongest of words, to ‘just do it’, but no matter how hard they tried, no matter how close they got, they just couldn’t get it done.” The POTUS also issued a threat about the strength of US and Israeli military power, saying, “The United States makes the best and most lethal military equipment anywhere in the World, BY FAR, and that Israel has a lot of it, with much more to come, And they know how to use it.” He also claimed that ‘Iranian hardliners’ underestimated the response they would face. US president wrote in his post, “Certain Iranian hardliner’s spoke bravely, but they didn’t know what was about to happen. They are all DEAD now, and it will only get worse!” He added that there had already been “great death and destruction”, but stressed there was still time for diplomacy. Stating that Iran should ‘make a deal’ soon, Trump warned Tehran that if it does not want more death and destruction, it must finalise a deal with America soon. Iran accuses Israel of declaring war Iran, meanwhile, accused Israel of launching strikes on its military and nuclear facilities on Friday and called the attack a “declaration of war”. Iran’s foreign minister Abbas Araghchi sent a letter to the United Nations Security Council, urging the international body to act quickly. The Iranian foreign ministry said Araghchi “called on the Security Council to immediately address this issue”, according to AFP.

US President Donald Trump on Friday (June 13) praised Israel's airstrikes on Iran’s&nbsp;nuclear sites, missile systems, and military leadership, calling the operation "excellent" and warning that "there’s more to come."&nbsp;

'There’s more to come...': Trump praises Israel's 'excellent' airstrikes on Iran, issues warning

US President Donald Trump on Saturday said Iran might still have a “second chance” to reach a nuclear agreement, just hours after Israeli airstrikes hit key military and nuclear sites in Iran. The statement comes ahead of a planned sixth round of nuclear talks in Oman.“Two months ago I gave Iran a 60-day ultimatum to ‘make a deal.’ They should have done it! Today is day 61. I told them what to do, but they just couldn’t get there. Now they have, perhaps, a second chance!” Trump posted on his Truth Social platform.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-they-are-dead-now-and-it-will-get-worse-trump-warns-iran-to-make-a-deal-before-nothing-s-left-after-israeli-strikes-1749810106093">Trump warns Iran to 'make a deal' before nothing's left after Israeli strikes</a><h2>US denies supporting Israeli strikes</h2>Earlier, Iran accused the United States of backing the Israeli assault. Washington has denied any involvement but said that they were aware of Israel's plan. Explosions were reported in Tehran on Friday as Israel launched what it called Operation Rising Lion, targeting Iran’s military and nuclear infrastructure.Israel has declared a state of emergency, bracing for retaliation in the form of missile or drone attacks from Tehran.<h2>Trump: ‘Great death and destruction’</h2>In an earlier Truth Social post, Trump repeated his call for Iran to negotiate, warning that the consequences could be far worse if diplomacy fails.“I gave Iran chance after chance to make a deal. I told them, in the strongest of words, to ‘just do it’, but no matter how hard they tried, no matter how close they got, they just couldn’t get it done,” he said.He also underscored the military strength of both the United States and Israel. “The United States makes the best and most lethal military equipment anywhere in the World, BY FAR, and that Israel has a lot of it, with much more to come – And they know how to use it.”Trump said Iranian hardliners had underestimated the response they would face, stating: “Certain Iranian hardliners spoke bravely, but they didn’t know what was about to happen. They are all DEAD now, and it will only get worse!”<h2>Iran calls Israeli attack a ‘declaration of war’</h2>Following the Israeli strikes, Iran said the assault was a “declaration of war” and urged the United Nations Security Council to take immediate action. According to Iranian officials, three top military figures were killed, Iran’s armed forces chief of staff Mohammad Bagheri, Revolutionary Guards commander Hossein Salami, and Ali Shamkhani, an adviser to Iran’s supreme leader and former IRGC commander.

Earlier, Iran accused the United States of backing the Israeli assault. Washington has denied any involvement but said that they were aware of Israel's plan.

US President Donald Trump on Saturday said Iran might still have a “second chance” to reach a nuclear agreement, just hours after Israeli airstrikes hit key military and nuclear sites in Iran. The statement comes ahead of a planned sixth round of nuclear talks in Oman. “Two months ago I gave Iran a 60-day ultimatum to ‘make a deal.’ They should have done it! Today is day 61. I told them what to do, but they just couldn’t get there. Now they have, perhaps, a second chance!” Trump posted on his Truth Social platform. Also read: Trump warns Iran to 'make a deal' before nothing's left after Israeli strikes US denies supporting Israeli strikes Earlier, Iran accused the United States of backing the Israeli assault. Washington has denied any involvement but said that they were aware of Israel's plan. Explosions were reported in Tehran on Friday as Israel launched what it called Operation Rising Lion, targeting Iran’s military and nuclear infrastructure. Israel has declared a state of emergency, bracing for retaliation in the form of missile or drone attacks from Tehran. Trump: ‘Great death and destruction’ In an earlier Truth Social post, Trump repeated his call for Iran to negotiate, warning that the consequences could be far worse if diplomacy fails. “I gave Iran chance after chance to make a deal. I told them, in the strongest of words, to ‘just do it’, but no matter how hard they tried, no matter how close they got, they just couldn’t get it done,” he said. He also underscored the military strength of both the United States and Israel. “The United States makes the best and most lethal military equipment anywhere in the World, BY FAR, and that Israel has a lot of it, with much more to come – And they know how to use it.” Trump said Iranian hardliners had underestimated the response they would face, stating: “Certain Iranian hardliners spoke bravely, but they didn’t know what was about to happen. They are all DEAD now, and it will only get worse!” Iran calls Israeli attack a ‘declaration of war’ Following the Israeli strikes, Iran said the assault was a “declaration of war” and urged the United Nations Security Council to take immediate action. According to Iranian officials, three top military figures were killed, Iran’s armed forces chief of staff Mohammad Bagheri, Revolutionary Guards commander Hossein Salami, and Ali Shamkhani, an adviser to Iran’s supreme leader and former IRGC commander.

Earlier, Iran accused the United States of backing the Israeli assault. Washington has denied any involvement but said that they were aware of Israel's plan.

‘Gave Iran a 60 days, today is day 61’: Trump hints Israeli strikes came because Iran didn't 'make a deal', offers Tehran second chance

Iran has raised the symbolic red flag of revenge above the Jamkaran Mosque in Qom, following deadly Israeli airstrikes that killed several of the country’s top military leaders.<h2>What is the red flag of revenge?</h2>In Shia tradition, the red flag is a powerful symbol of justice and revenge, often flown when blood has been unjustly shed. A video shared on social media showed the moment the flag was hoisted.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-they-are-dead-now-and-it-will-get-worse-trump-warns-iran-to-make-a-deal-before-nothing-s-left-after-israeli-strikes-1749810106093">Trump warns Iran to 'make a deal' before nothing's left after Israeli strikes</a>The flag was raised soon after Israel launched Operation Rising Lion, a series of strikes on Iranian military and nuclear targets, killing high-ranking Iranian officials and nuclear scientists.According to the Tasnim News Agency, hundreds of protestors gathered at the mosque in Qom, chanting anti-Israel slogans and demanding strong retaliation. Many waved Iranian flags and called for “severe punishment” against Israel.Qom, one of Iran’s most sacred cities located around 140 km south of Tehran, has often been at the centre of national mourning and symbolism.The red flag has previously been raised at the mosque after major national tragedies, including the killing of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh in 2024 and IRGC commander Qasem Soleimani in 2020.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-attacks-iran-who-really-runs-islamic-republic-supreme-leader-irgc-guardian-council-or-army-complex-web-of-power-explainer-1749804436070">Supreme Leader, IRGC, Guardian Council or Army - Who really runs Iran? Islamic Republic's complex web of power, explained</a><h2>Key Iranian military leaders killed in Israeli strikes</h2>The latest Israeli strikes resulted in the deaths of several senior Iranian officials. Israel claimed responsibility for killing Iran’s armed forces chief Mohammad Bagheri, Revolutionary Guards commander Hossein Salami, and top military adviser Ali Shamkhani.Iran confirmed the deaths and responded by calling the airstrikes a “declaration of war.” The country has demanded that the UN Security Council take urgent action.The Israeli operation comes just days before planned US-Iran talks in Oman, which were aimed at resolving the ongoing standoff over Iran’s nuclear programme.

The flag was raised soon after Israel launched Operation Rising Lion, a series of strikes on Iranian military and nuclear targets, killing high-ranking Iranian officials and nuclear scientists.

Iran has raised the symbolic red flag of revenge above the Jamkaran Mosque in Qom, following deadly Israeli airstrikes that killed several of the country’s top military leaders. What is the red flag of revenge? In Shia tradition, the red flag is a powerful symbol of justice and revenge, often flown when blood has been unjustly shed. A video shared on social media showed the moment the flag was hoisted. Also read: Trump warns Iran to 'make a deal' before nothing's left after Israeli strikes The flag was raised soon after Israel launched Operation Rising Lion, a series of strikes on Iranian military and nuclear targets, killing high-ranking Iranian officials and nuclear scientists. According to the Tasnim News Agency, hundreds of protestors gathered at the mosque in Qom, chanting anti-Israel slogans and demanding strong retaliation. Many waved Iranian flags and called for “severe punishment” against Israel. Qom, one of Iran’s most sacred cities located around 140 km south of Tehran, has often been at the centre of national mourning and symbolism. The red flag has previously been raised at the mosque after major national tragedies, including the killing of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh in 2024 and IRGC commander Qasem Soleimani in 2020. Also read: Supreme Leader, IRGC, Guardian Council or Army - Who really runs Iran? Islamic Republic's complex web of power, explained Key Iranian military leaders killed in Israeli strikes The latest Israeli strikes resulted in the deaths of several senior Iranian officials. Israel claimed responsibility for killing Iran’s armed forces chief Mohammad Bagheri, Revolutionary Guards commander Hossein Salami, and top military adviser Ali Shamkhani. Iran confirmed the deaths and responded by calling the airstrikes a “declaration of war.” The country has demanded that the UN Security Council take urgent action. The Israeli operation comes just days before planned US-Iran talks in Oman, which were aimed at resolving the ongoing standoff over Iran’s nuclear programme.

The flag was raised soon after Israel launched Operation Rising Lion, a series of strikes on Iranian military and nuclear targets, killing high-ranking Iranian officials and nuclear scientists.

What is the red flag of revenge? Iran's 'declaration of war’ after Israeli strikes kill top generals

Israel's attack on Iran, targeting its top military and government officials, nuclear facilities and scientists on Friday (June 13) has placed the global focus back on the Shia Islamic Republic. With several top military and political leaders killed, one wonders who really runs the show in Iran. In the unique theocratic republic, the power is centred around a handful of people, mostly those linked to the Islamic Revolution of 1978-79. The military is also led by those with links to the Islamic Revolution. The governance system is a blend of Islamic theocracy, with a limited democracy overseen by the clerics.&nbsp; Iran's governance structure has its base in Islamic Revolution leader Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini’s doctrine of velayat-e faqih or Guardianship of the Islamic Jurist. This system gives the ultimate authority to clerics, led by the Supreme Leader.&nbsp;&nbsp;The complex web of power has both elected and unelected officials running the country, with critics saying that democracy is a sham, as the political leadership including the president is screened by various clerical bodies.&nbsp; Here is the Islamic Republic of Iran's government, explained: &nbsp;<h2>Supreme Leader &nbsp;</h2>The Iranian Supreme Leader or ‘Rahbar’ is the head of state, and the highest authority of both politics and religion. It's a role with near absolute power over all branches of government, military, judiciary, and state media. Supreme leaders are appointed for life by the Assembly of Experts, the only body to whom he is accountable.&nbsp; Office of the Supreme Leader supervises the executive, legislative, and judicial branches of government.&nbsp; Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, the current supreme leader, is the final deciding authority on foreign policy, economy and security. &nbsp;Khamenei is also the commander-in-chief of the armed forces, including the IRGC or the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) and its Basij militia. The supreme leader appoints the heads of the judiciary, state media, military, and half of the Guardian Council members. &nbsp;He also controls economic entities like charitable trusts worth billions of dollars, making his office financially independent.&nbsp;The supreme leader supervises the Guardian Council, which vets electoral candidates and legislation. He issues fatwas or decrees, can veto legislations, declare war or peace, and pardon convicts. The supreme leader has a netwok of delegates who enforce his will across the government. Khamenei is only the second supreme leader of Iran, having succeeded Khomeini in 1989. He can be in office till death.&nbsp;<h2>Iranian president &nbsp;</h2>The President is Iran's head of government and the highest elected official, but is subordinate to the Supreme Leader, who must approve his appointment and can dismiss him.&nbsp; Masoud Pezeshkian is the current president of Iran. The president , though elected by people for a four-year-term, has only limited powers. The president is responsible for domestic policy, planning the econmy, and some aspects of foreign policy. The president can hold two consecutive terms. &nbsp;<h2>Assembly of Experts &nbsp;</h2>The Assembly of Experts is an 88-member group of Islamic jurists elected by popular vote every eight years. The assembly selects and supervises the supreme leader. Theoretically, it can also dismiss the supreme leader, but such a thing has never happened.&nbsp; Candiates for the Assembly of Experts are selected by the Guardian Council. Currently, &nbsp;Ayatollah Ahmad Jannati chairs the Assembly of Experts, whose roles include monitoring the Supreme Leader's performance and choosing his successor. It's largely a ceremonial group of regime loyalists with not much actual power. &nbsp;<h2>Guardian Council &nbsp;</h2>The Guardian Council is yet another Islamic jurist body whose main role is the selection and vetting of candidates for elections. The 12-member body is currently chaired by Ayatollah Ahmad Jannati, who also leads the Assembly of Experts. &nbsp;The Guardian Council has veto power over laws, and can disqualify election candidates, which it had done in the past to keep out reformists from contesting elections. The supreme leader appoints half of the Guardian Council, while the six other lawyers are nominated by the judiciary and approved by parliament.&nbsp;The council screens candidates for key posts like the president, legislature, and Assembly of Experts, and has the power to shape election outcomes. The Guardian Council is the interpreter of the constitution. It has traditionally been dominated by hardliners.<h2>Expediency Council</h2>The Expediency Council is yet another layer of authority in the Iranian system. Its main roles are the resolution of disputes between the Guardian Council and parliament.&nbsp;&nbsp;It advises the supreme leader on policy.&nbsp;&nbsp;Expediency Council members are appointed by the supreme leader for five-year terms.&nbsp;&nbsp;Currently chaired by Ayatollah Amoli Larijani, the Expediency Council mediates legislative disagreements. In practice, it has sided with the Guardian Council in such matters.&nbsp;<h2> Islamic Consultative Assembly or Majlis, the Iranian parliament</h2>The Majlis, Iran’s unicameral parliament, has 290 members who are elected by the people every four years. While Majlis, like any other parliament, drafts legislation and approves the budget, its powers are limited by a variety of actors like the Supreme Leader, the Guardian Council and the Expediency Council. &nbsp;<h2>Iranian Judiciary &nbsp;</h2>Iran has a judiciary which is not seen as independent, as it is controlled by the Supreme Leader. The chief justice is appointed by the supreme leader. The judiciary's main role is to enforce Islamic law and oversee courts.&nbsp; In practice, critics of the judiciary see it as an instrument of political repression. It also operates a Special Clerical Court, which prosecutes dissident clerics and reports directly to the supreme leader.<h2>The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps or IRGC &nbsp;</h2>While Iran does have a regular military known as Artesh, much of the defence power is with IRGC, a paramilitary that rose out of the Islamic Revolution. IRGC is tasked with managing internal security through the powerful Basij militia and intelligence units, and expanding Iran's regional influence. As its name implies, it is supposed to protect the principles of the Islamic Revolution.&nbsp;&nbsp;IRGC answers directly to the supreme leader and controls significant economic assets. Its Quds Force, responsible for external operations, is accused of arming and training anti-Israel militia groups like Hamas, Hezbollah and Houthis. Its current Commander-in-Chief, Maj Gen Hossein Salami, was killed in Friday's Israeli attack. Chief of General Staff Maj Gen Mohammad Hossein Bagheri, who oversees the coordination of IRGC and the regular army, was also killed.&nbsp;IRGC is thought to be controlling up to 30 per cent of Iran's economy, including its infrastructure and energy sectors. Significantly, IRGC also oversees the nuclear and missile programmes of Iran. IRGC is also deployed to suppress dissent, and protests like the 2022 anti-veil movement after the death of Mahsa Amini.<h2>Supreme National Security Council &nbsp;</h2>This is the body that coordinates defence and foreign policy of Iran. The Security Council is chaired by the president but dominated by the Supreme Leader’s appointees. &nbsp;The security council formulates national security and foreign policy, which have to be approved by the supreme leader.&nbsp;&nbsp;Members of the council include &nbsp;the IRGC commander, foreign minister, and the intelligence minister. &nbsp;

In the unique theocratic republic, the power is centred around a handful of people, mostly linked to the Islamic Revolution of 1978-79. The governance system blends Islamic jurisprudence with limited democracy overseen by the clerics.

Israel's attack on Iran, targeting its top military and government officials, nuclear facilities and scientists on Friday (June 13) has placed the global focus back on the Shia Islamic Republic. With several top military and political leaders killed, one wonders who really runs the show in Iran. In the unique theocratic republic, the power is centred around a handful of people, mostly those linked to the Islamic Revolution of 1978-79. The military is also led by those with links to the Islamic Revolution. The governance system is a blend of Islamic theocracy, with a limited democracy overseen by the clerics. Iran's governance structure has its base in Islamic Revolution leader Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini’s doctrine of velayat-e faqih or Guardianship of the Islamic Jurist. This system gives the ultimate authority to clerics, led by the Supreme Leader. The complex web of power has both elected and unelected officials running the country, with critics saying that democracy is a sham, as the political leadership including the president is screened by various clerical bodies. Here is the Islamic Republic of Iran's government, explained: Supreme Leader The Iranian Supreme Leader or ‘Rahbar’ is the head of state, and the highest authority of both politics and religion. It's a role with near absolute power over all branches of government, military, judiciary, and state media. Supreme leaders are appointed for life by the Assembly of Experts, the only body to whom he is accountable. Office of the Supreme Leader supervises the executive, legislative, and judicial branches of government. Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, the current supreme leader, is the final deciding authority on foreign policy, economy and security. Khamenei is also the commander-in-chief of the armed forces, including the IRGC or the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) and its Basij militia. The supreme leader appoints the heads of the judiciary, state media, military, and half of the Guardian Council members. He also controls economic entities like charitable trusts worth billions of dollars, making his office financially independent. The supreme leader supervises the Guardian Council, which vets electoral candidates and legislation. He issues fatwas or decrees, can veto legislations, declare war or peace, and pardon convicts. The supreme leader has a netwok of delegates who enforce his will across the government. Khamenei is only the second supreme leader of Iran, having succeeded Khomeini in 1989. He can be in office till death. Iranian president The President is Iran's head of government and the highest elected official, but is subordinate to the Supreme Leader, who must approve his appointment and can dismiss him. Masoud Pezeshkian is the current president of Iran. The president , though elected by people for a four-year-term, has only limited powers. The president is responsible for domestic policy, planning the econmy, and some aspects of foreign policy. The president can hold two consecutive terms. Assembly of Experts The Assembly of Experts is an 88-member group of Islamic jurists elected by popular vote every eight years. The assembly selects and supervises the supreme leader. Theoretically, it can also dismiss the supreme leader, but such a thing has never happened. Candiates for the Assembly of Experts are selected by the Guardian Council. Currently, Ayatollah Ahmad Jannati chairs the Assembly of Experts, whose roles include monitoring the Supreme Leader's performance and choosing his successor. It's largely a ceremonial group of regime loyalists with not much actual power. Guardian Council The Guardian Council is yet another Islamic jurist body whose main role is the selection and vetting of candidates for elections. The 12-member body is currently chaired by Ayatollah Ahmad Jannati, who also leads the Assembly of Experts. The Guardian Council has veto power over laws, and can disqualify election candidates, which it had done in the past to keep out reformists from contesting elections. The supreme leader appoints half of the Guardian Council, while the six other lawyers are nominated by the judiciary and approved by parliament. The council screens candidates for key posts like the president, legislature, and Assembly of Experts, and has the power to shape election outcomes. The Guardian Council is the interpreter of the constitution. It has traditionally been dominated by hardliners. Expediency Council The Expediency Council is yet another layer of authority in the Iranian system. Its main roles are the resolution of disputes between the Guardian Council and parliament. It advises the supreme leader on policy. Expediency Council members are appointed by the supreme leader for five-year terms. Currently chaired by Ayatollah Amoli Larijani, the Expediency Council mediates legislative disagreements. In practice, it has sided with the Guardian Council in such matters. Islamic Consultative Assembly or Majlis, the Iranian parliament The Majlis, Iran’s unicameral parliament, has 290 members who are elected by the people every four years. While Majlis, like any other parliament, drafts legislation and approves the budget, its powers are limited by a variety of actors like the Supreme Leader, the Guardian Council and the Expediency Council. Iranian Judiciary Iran has a judiciary which is not seen as independent, as it is controlled by the Supreme Leader. The chief justice is appointed by the supreme leader. The judiciary's main role is to enforce Islamic law and oversee courts. In practice, critics of the judiciary see it as an instrument of political repression. It also operates a Special Clerical Court, which prosecutes dissident clerics and reports directly to the supreme leader. The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps or IRGC While Iran does have a regular military known as Artesh, much of the defence power is with IRGC, a paramilitary that rose out of the Islamic Revolution. IRGC is tasked with managing internal security through the powerful Basij militia and intelligence units, and expanding Iran's regional influence. As its name implies, it is supposed to protect the principles of the Islamic Revolution. IRGC answers directly to the supreme leader and controls significant economic assets. Its Quds Force, responsible for external operations, is accused of arming and training anti-Israel militia groups like Hamas, Hezbollah and Houthis. Its current Commander-in-Chief, Maj Gen Hossein Salami, was killed in Friday's Israeli attack. Chief of General Staff Maj Gen Mohammad Hossein Bagheri, who oversees the coordination of IRGC and the regular army, was also killed. IRGC is thought to be controlling up to 30 per cent of Iran's economy, including its infrastructure and energy sectors. Significantly, IRGC also oversees the nuclear and missile programmes of Iran. IRGC is also deployed to suppress dissent, and protests like the 2022 anti-veil movement after the death of Mahsa Amini. Supreme National Security Council This is the body that coordinates defence and foreign policy of Iran. The Security Council is chaired by the president but dominated by the Supreme Leader’s appointees. The security council formulates national security and foreign policy, which have to be approved by the supreme leader. Members of the council include the IRGC commander, foreign minister, and the intelligence minister.

In the unique theocratic republic, the power is centred around a handful of people, mostly linked to the Islamic Revolution of 1978-79. The governance system blends Islamic jurisprudence with limited democracy overseen by the clerics.

Supreme Leader, IRGC, Guardian Council or Army - Who really runs Iran? Islamic Republic's complex web of power, explained

UN nuclear watchdog head Rafael Grossi on Friday (June 13) said that nuclear facilities "must never be attacked" and called "on all parties to exercise maximum restraint to avoid further escalation" following Israeli strikes on Iran.&nbsp;"This development is deeply concerning... I reiterate that any military action that jeopardizes the safety and security of nuclear facilities risks grave consequences for the people of Iran, the region, and beyond," Grossi, who heads the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), said in a statement to board members.&nbsp;“I have indicated to the respective authorities my readiness to travel at the earliest to assess the situation and ensure safety, security and non-proliferation in Iran. IAEA stands ready to facilitate technical discussions and support efforts that promote transparency, safety, security and the peaceful resolution of nuclear-related issues in Iran,” he added.&nbsp;Prior to the statement from the IAEA chief, Iran sharply criticised the UN nuclear watchdog on Friday, accusing it of "silence" over Israel's strikes on its nuclear facilities and scientists.&nbsp;&nbsp;In a statement, Iran's Atomic Energy Organisation said it considers the "silence" from the International Atomic Energy Agency "as a form of cooperation with the Zionist regime," adding that the Israeli attack was a "defeat for the IAEA resulting from its unjustifiable shortcomings".&nbsp;Meanwhile, Iran said Israel's deadly attacks on Friday underscored its need to advance uranium enrichment and missile capabilities. "One should not speak to such a predatory regime except in the language of power," the Iranian government said in a statement. “The world now better understands Iran's insistence on the right to enrichment, nuclear technology, and missile power.”&nbsp;Palestinian militant group Hamas on Friday also condemned a wave of Israeli strikes on Iran's military and nuclear facilities, warning they could "destabilise the region". "This aggression constitutes a dangerous escalation that threatens to destabilise the region," said the Iran-backed militant group, whose October 2023 attack on Israel sparked the Gaza war. "Today, Iran is paying the price for its steadfast stance in support of Palestine and its resistance," it added.

Nuclear facilities must never be attacked says IAEA chief Rafael Grossi after Israel attacks Iran

UN nuclear watchdog head Rafael Grossi on Friday (June 13) said that nuclear facilities "must never be attacked" and called "on all parties to exercise maximum restraint to avoid further escalation" following Israeli strikes on Iran. "This development is deeply concerning... I reiterate that any military action that jeopardizes the safety and security of nuclear facilities risks grave consequences for the people of Iran, the region, and beyond," Grossi, who heads the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), said in a statement to board members. “I have indicated to the respective authorities my readiness to travel at the earliest to assess the situation and ensure safety, security and non-proliferation in Iran. IAEA stands ready to facilitate technical discussions and support efforts that promote transparency, safety, security and the peaceful resolution of nuclear-related issues in Iran,” he added. Prior to the statement from the IAEA chief, Iran sharply criticised the UN nuclear watchdog on Friday, accusing it of "silence" over Israel's strikes on its nuclear facilities and scientists. In a statement, Iran's Atomic Energy Organisation said it considers the "silence" from the International Atomic Energy Agency "as a form of cooperation with the Zionist regime," adding that the Israeli attack was a "defeat for the IAEA resulting from its unjustifiable shortcomings". Meanwhile, Iran said Israel's deadly attacks on Friday underscored its need to advance uranium enrichment and missile capabilities. "One should not speak to such a predatory regime except in the language of power," the Iranian government said in a statement. “The world now better understands Iran's insistence on the right to enrichment, nuclear technology, and missile power.” Palestinian militant group Hamas on Friday also condemned a wave of Israeli strikes on Iran's military and nuclear facilities, warning they could "destabilise the region". "This aggression constitutes a dangerous escalation that threatens to destabilise the region," said the Iran-backed militant group, whose October 2023 attack on Israel sparked the Gaza war. "Today, Iran is paying the price for its steadfast stance in support of Palestine and its resistance," it added.

Grossi called "on all parties to exercise maximum restraint to avoid further escalation" following Israeli strikes on Iran

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