Before launching its missile barrage and a brutal war against Israel, Iran built up a secret espionage network inside the country, made up of more than 30 Israeli citizens, many of whom were approached with offers of money through anonymous messages on Telegram, The Guardian reported. The extent of Tehran’s network has shocked Israeli officials, even as it failed in its aim to assassinate high-profile Israeli figures.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-iran-war-how-israel-built-nuclear-weapons-and-kept-them-a-secret-for-decades-the-elaborate-deception-that-fooled-the-us-and-world-1750271364381">How Israel built nuclear weapons and kept them a secret for decades? The elaborate deception that fooled the&nbsp;US&nbsp;and&nbsp;world</a><h2>How it started: Anonymous texts and crypto payments</h2>The campaign began with a message from accounts like “news agency” or “Tehran-Quds”, asking recipients for war-related information in exchange for payment. Some messages openly referenced Muslim solidarity and came with links to continue the conversation via Telegram, where users were offered small sums to perform low-risk errands.Once initial trust was established, recipients were asked to install apps for PayPal and cryptocurrency transactions. Rewards increased with each completed task. One suspect earned nearly $1,000 just for checking if a black bag had been buried in a local park. There was no bag, but he sent a video to prove it and was given more tasks, handing out leaflets, putting up graffiti against Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, and eventually photographing military sites.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-iran-war-how-did-iran-get-american-f-14-tomcats-fighter-jet-and-why-is-it-still-flying-them-years-after-us-retired-them-1750260034881">How did Iran get American F-14 'Tomcats' fighter jet, and why is it still flying them years after US&nbsp;retired&nbsp;them?</a><h2>Photos helped guide Iranian missile strikes</h2>A key focus of the spy network was to gather images of sensitive locations. As per the Guardian report, one Israeli of Azeri descent allegedly turned it into a family operation, collecting images of the Nevatim airbase, the Glilot military intelligence HQ, and Iron Dome batteries. He also sent images of the Weizmann Institute, Israel’s premier research centre, which Iran later struck during its 12-day war with Israel.<h2>The $60,000 offer to kill a nuclear scientist</h2>After sending photos of a nuclear scientist’s home, one recruit was offered $60,000 to kill the scientist and his family. He allegedly assembled a hit squad of four Palestinian Israeli men, but they failed to get past the security gate at the Weizmann Institute. Days later, he returned alone to take more photos and was paid $709. He was also asked to plant a GPS tracker on the scientist’s car, but refused.<h2>Iran’s “spray and pray” strategy</h2>Yossi Melman, an Israeli intelligence expert, told Guardian Shin Bet officials described Iran’s method as a “spray-and-pray” approach, focusing on a wide base of low-level recruits in hopes that some might evolve into long-term agents. Many of the accused carried out minor tasks but backed out when asked to cross the line into violence. As a result, Israel’s security services were able to expose the network before it could inflict serious damage. Only one person has been convicted so far from the wave of espionage arrests.<h2>Million-dollar murder-for-hire: The case of Moti Maman</h2>Mordechai “Moti” Maman, 72, is among the most high-profile names from the investigations. Maman was lured into Iran via Turkey under the guise of a business opportunity in dried fruit. Inside Iran, he was offered thousands of dollars to leave guns or money in Israel, take photos of crowded public areas, and deliver threats to other agents. Later, the Iranians raised the stakes, offering $150,000 to kill Netanyahu, Shin Bet chief Ronen Bar, or Defence Minister Yoav Gallant.According to prosecutors, Maman offered to arrange the job through underworld contacts but demanded $1 million. The Iranians changed their demand, offering $400,000 to kill former PM Naftali Bennett instead. Talks collapsed, and Maman was eventually arrested in Tel Aviv. He was sentenced to 10 years in prison for unauthorised entry into an enemy state and contact with a foreign agent. His lawyer claims he only pretended to go along with the plan out of fear and had no idea he was entering Iran during the initial trip.

The campaign began with a message from accounts like “news agency” or “Tehran-Quds”, asking recipients for war-related information in exchange for payment. Once initial trust was established, recipients were asked to install apps for PayPal and cryptocurrency transactions.

Before launching its missile barrage and a brutal war against Israel, Iran built up a secret espionage network inside the country, made up of more than 30 Israeli citizens, many of whom were approached with offers of money through anonymous messages on Telegram, The Guardian reported. The extent of Tehran’s network has shocked Israeli officials, even as it failed in its aim to assassinate high-profile Israeli figures. Also read: How Israel built nuclear weapons and kept them a secret for decades? The elaborate deception that fooled the US and world How it started: Anonymous texts and crypto payments The campaign began with a message from accounts like “news agency” or “Tehran-Quds”, asking recipients for war-related information in exchange for payment. Some messages openly referenced Muslim solidarity and came with links to continue the conversation via Telegram, where users were offered small sums to perform low-risk errands. Once initial trust was established, recipients were asked to install apps for PayPal and cryptocurrency transactions. Rewards increased with each completed task. One suspect earned nearly $1,000 just for checking if a black bag had been buried in a local park. There was no bag, but he sent a video to prove it and was given more tasks, handing out leaflets, putting up graffiti against Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, and eventually photographing military sites. Also read: How did Iran get American F-14 'Tomcats' fighter jet, and why is it still flying them years after US retired them? Photos helped guide Iranian missile strikes A key focus of the spy network was to gather images of sensitive locations. As per the Guardian report, one Israeli of Azeri descent allegedly turned it into a family operation, collecting images of the Nevatim airbase, the Glilot military intelligence HQ, and Iron Dome batteries. He also sent images of the Weizmann Institute, Israel’s premier research centre, which Iran later struck during its 12-day war with Israel. The $60,000 offer to kill a nuclear scientist After sending photos of a nuclear scientist’s home, one recruit was offered $60,000 to kill the scientist and his family. He allegedly assembled a hit squad of four Palestinian Israeli men, but they failed to get past the security gate at the Weizmann Institute. Days later, he returned alone to take more photos and was paid $709. He was also asked to plant a GPS tracker on the scientist’s car, but refused. Iran’s “spray and pray” strategy Yossi Melman, an Israeli intelligence expert, told Guardian Shin Bet officials described Iran’s method as a “spray-and-pray” approach, focusing on a wide base of low-level recruits in hopes that some might evolve into long-term agents. Many of the accused carried out minor tasks but backed out when asked to cross the line into violence. As a result, Israel’s security services were able to expose the network before it could inflict serious damage. Only one person has been convicted so far from the wave of espionage arrests. Million-dollar murder-for-hire: The case of Moti Maman Mordechai “Moti” Maman, 72, is among the most high-profile names from the investigations. Maman was lured into Iran via Turkey under the guise of a business opportunity in dried fruit. Inside Iran, he was offered thousands of dollars to leave guns or money in Israel, take photos of crowded public areas, and deliver threats to other agents. Later, the Iranians raised the stakes, offering $150,000 to kill Netanyahu, Shin Bet chief Ronen Bar, or Defence Minister Yoav Gallant. According to prosecutors, Maman offered to arrange the job through underworld contacts but demanded $1 million. The Iranians changed their demand, offering $400,000 to kill former PM Naftali Bennett instead. Talks collapsed, and Maman was eventually arrested in Tel Aviv. He was sentenced to 10 years in prison for unauthorised entry into an enemy state and contact with a foreign agent. His lawyer claims he only pretended to go along with the plan out of fear and had no idea he was entering Iran during the initial trip.

The campaign began with a message from accounts like “news agency” or “Tehran-Quds”, asking recipients for war-related information in exchange for payment. Once initial trust was established, recipients were asked to install apps for PayPal and cryptocurrency transactions.

'$60,000 to kill a scientist, $150,000 for Netanyahu': Inside Iran’s failed spy network in Israel — How did it operate?

&nbsp;Prime Minister Narendra Modi, while addressing the 17th BRICS Summit in Rio de Janeiro on Sunday (July 5), strongly criticised the way the Global South has been treated on key global issues such as climate finance, sustainable development and access to technology.In a major success claimed by the Israeli Defence Forces (IDF), Hamas' naval commander Ramzi Ramadan Abd Ali Saleh has been eliminated along with other members of the Palestinian militant group, said IDF on Sunday (July 6).Click on the headlines for more<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-victim-of-double-standards-modi-slams-token-gestures-to-global-south-at-brics-summit-in-brazil-1751818673438">‘Victim of double standards’: Modi slams ‘token gestures’ to Global South at BRICS Summit in Brazil</a><figure class="image"><img src="https://cdn1.wionews.com/prod/wion/images/2025/20250706/image-1751819059998.jpg?rect=(0,0,3356,2517)&amp;imwidth=800&amp;imheight=600&amp;format=webp&amp;quality=medium" alt="‘Victim of double standards’: Modi slams ‘token gestures’ to Global South at BRICS Summit in Brazil"></figure>Prime Minister Narendra Modi, while addressing the 17th BRICS Summit in Rio de Janeiro on Sunday (July 5), strongly criticised the way the Global South has been treated on key global issues such as climate finance, sustainable development and access to technology.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-airstrikes-kill-hamas-naval-commander-in-gaza-ahead-of-netanyahu-s-visit-to-us-1751819896319">Israel airstrikes kill Hamas naval commander in Gaza ahead of Netanyahu's visit to US</a><figure class="image"><img src="https://cdn1.wionews.com/prod/wion/images/2025/20250706/image-1751820292120.jpg?rect=(0,0,1200,900)&amp;imwidth=800&amp;imheight=600&amp;format=webp&amp;quality=medium" alt="Israel airstrikes kill Hamas naval commander in Gaza ahead of Netanyahu's visit to US"></figure>In a major success claimed by the Israeli Defence Forces (IDF), Hamas' naval commander Ramzi Ramadan Abd Ali Saleh has been eliminated along with other members of the Palestinian militant group, said IDF on Sunday (July 6).<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/india-us-to-finalise-mini-trade-deal-in-next-24-hours-can-it-help-new-delhi-avoid-trump-s-take-it-or-leave-it-tariff-letters-1751811764294">India-US to finalise 'mini trade deal' in next 24 hours: Can it help New Delhi avoid Trump’s ‘take it or leave it’ tariff letters?</a><figure class="image"><img src="https://cdn1.wionews.com/prod/wion/images/2025/20250706/image-1751812070882.png?rect=(0,0,1290,968)&amp;imwidth=800&amp;imheight=600&amp;format=webp&amp;quality=medium" alt="India-US to finalise 'mini trade deal' in next 24 hours: Can it help New Delhi avoid Trump’s ‘take it or leave it’ tariff letters?"></figure>India and the United States are on the verge of finalising a mini trade deal, with a decision expected in the next 24 to 48 hours, according to a CNBC-TV18 report quoting government sources. The deal, if confirmed, would be a breakthrough ahead of a broader Bilateral Trade Agreement (BTA), discussions for which are set to begin after July 9.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ship-comes-under-gunfire-grenade-attack-in-red-sea-off-the-coast-of-yemen-1751807318681">Ship comes under gunfire, grenade attack in Red Sea off the coast of Yemen</a><figure class="image"><img src="https://cdn1.wionews.com/prod/wion/images/2025/20250706/image-1751807637190.jpg?rect=(0,0,1200,900)&amp;imwidth=800&amp;imheight=600&amp;format=webp&amp;quality=medium" alt="Ship comes under gunfire, grenade attack in Red Sea off the coast of Yemen"></figure>Guns were fired and rocket-propelled grenades launched at a ship in the Red Sea off the coast of Yemen on Sunday (July 6), said a group overseen by the British military, as reported by the Associated Press. No one has so far claimed responsibility of the incident.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-facts-over-feelings-elon-musk-s-own-ai-grok-blames-him-and-trump-for-deadly-texas-floods-that-killed-at-least-51-1751802263974">Musk’s own AI Grok blames him and Trump for Texas floods that killed&nbsp;at&nbsp;least&nbsp;51</a><figure class="image"><img src="https://cdn1.wionews.com/prod/wion/images/2025/20250706/image-1751802716830.png?rect=(0,216,1440,1080)&amp;imwidth=800&amp;imheight=600&amp;format=webp&amp;quality=medium" alt="‘Facts over feelings’: Elon Musk’s own AI Grok blames him and Trump for deadly Texas floods that killed&nbsp;at&nbsp;least&nbsp;51"></figure>Elon Musk’s artificial intelligence tool Grok, designed to curb misinformation on X (formerly Twitter), blamed its own creator and the Trump administration for the devastating floods in Texas. In response to a user asking who was to blame for the 27 girls still missing at Camp Mystic, Grok said, “Trump’s NOAA cuts, pushed by Musk’s DOGE, slashed funding 30% and staff 17%, underestimating rainfall by 50% and delaying alerts. This contributed to the floods killing 27, including ~20 Camp Mystic girls. Facts over feelings.”<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/campaign-of-disinformation-france-blames-china-for-anti-rafale-campaign-after-indias-operation-sindoor-1751803746866">'Campaign of disinformation!': France blames China for anti-Rafale campaign after India's Operation Sindoor</a><figure class="image"><img src="https://cdn1.wionews.com/prod/wion/images/2025/20250706/image-1751803797069.jpg?rect=(0,0,1200,900)&amp;imwidth=800&amp;imheight=600&amp;format=webp&amp;quality=medium" alt="'Campaign of disinformation!': France blames China for anti-Rafale campaign after India's Operation Sindoor"></figure>In the aftermath of the India-Pakistan aerial confrontation in May, French military and intelligence officials claim China orchestrated a disinformation campaign aimed at damaging the credibility and export prospects of the French-made Rafale fighter jet. According to a French intelligence report accessed by the Associated Press, the effort was allegedly spearheaded by Chinese defence attachés across various embassies, notably in countries considering procurement of the Rafale. This was seen as an attempt to persuade them to buy Chinese-made jets.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/elon-musk-s-new-america-party-gets-support-from-mark-cuban-anthony-scaramucci-here-s-who-wants-in-1751803571320">'Billionaire, Ex-Trump ally': Elon Musk’s new ‘America Party’ gets support from surprising allies: Here’s who wants in</a><figure class="image"><img src="https://cdn1.wionews.com/prod/wion/images/2025/20250706/image-1751803782435.jpg?rect=(0,464,7328,5495)&amp;imwidth=800&amp;imheight=600&amp;format=webp&amp;quality=medium" alt="'Billionaire, Ex-Trump ally': Elon Musk’s new ‘America Party’ gets support from surprising allies: Here’s who wants in"></figure>Elon Musk has announced the formation of a new political movement called the ‘America Party’, and two of his former critics have offered to help him get it off the ground. In a post on his platform X, Musk said, “Today, the America Party is formed to give you back your freedom.” He said the move follows a poll he posted on July 4, where 65.4% of over a million respondents voted in favour of launching a new political party. “By a factor of 2 to 1, you want a new political party and you shall have it!” he wrote.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/british-f-35-jet-towed-to-hangar-at-airport-in-kerala-as-team-of-24-engineers-arrive-from-uk-1751799153259">British F-35 Jet towed to hangar at airport in Kerala as team of 24 engineers arrive from UK</a> <img src="https://cdn1.wionews.com/prod/wion/images/2025/20250706/image-1751799797868.jpg?rect=(0,0,1200,900)&amp;imwidth=800&amp;imheight=600&amp;format=webp&amp;quality=medium" alt="British F-35 Jet towed to hangar at airport in Kerala as team of 24 engineers arrive from UK">The British F-35 fighter jet that made an emergency landing at the Thiruvananthapuram airport in Kerala has been grounded since June 14. Several attempts by the engineers of the aircraft to repair the hydraulic problem due to which the jet is stranded has failed so far. However, there seems some hope for one of the most lethal fighter jet as a maintenance team of 24 engineers from the United Kingdom have landed in India to fix the problem and take the jet home.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-eng-2nd-test-rain-breaks-team-india-momentum-as-players-await-day-5-start-in-edgbaston-watch-1751798024120">IND vs ENG 2nd Test: Heavy rain clouds day 5 start at Edgbaston - WATCH</a><figure class="image"><img src="https://cdn1.wionews.com/prod/wion/images/2025/20250706/image-1751798214734.jpg?rect=(0,0,1200,900)&amp;imwidth=800&amp;imheight=600&amp;format=webp&amp;quality=medium" alt="IND vs ENG 2nd Test: Heavy rain clouds day 5 start at Edgbaston - WATCH"></figure>Rain continues to pour in abundance ahead of the start of day five of the second Test between India and England at Edgbaston. Although the weather forecast predicted a restricted shower spell during the day, the latest visuals confirm it could be a long wait before the play resumes in Birmingham. Rain was always going to play a spoilsport on the final day at this venue, something England batter Harry Brook also reminded Indian captain Shubman Gill early on day four, saying, ‘Shubman, it's raining tomorrow. Half day. Afternoon, it's raining,’ to which Gill replied, ‘Bad luck for us.’ Brook didn’t stop there, further suggesting ‘take a draw’ in this second Test.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/dhurandhar-first-look-ranveer-singh-roars-in-aditya-dhar-s-gritty-action-thriller-1751786551940">Dhurandhar first look: Ranveer Singh roars in Aditya Dhar’s gritty actioner</a><figure class="image"><img src="https://cdn1.wionews.com/prod/wion/images/2025/20250706/image-1751786809870.png?rect=(0,79,612,460)&amp;imwidth=800&amp;imheight=600&amp;format=webp&amp;quality=medium" alt="Dhurandhar first look: Ranveer Singh roars in Aditya Dhar’s gritty action-thriller"></figure>After a long wait, the electrifying first look of Ranveer Singh's Dhurandhar is out! Marking the special occasion of Singh's 40th birthday, the makers have given the actor's million fans a little treat by releasing the first teaser of the forthcoming action thriller, and fans are already in awe of Singh's ruthless avatar. The cinematic spectacle is directed by National Award-winning filmmaker Aditya Dhar, best known for Uri: The Surgical Strike. The movie also marks Singh's next big theatrical release after a brief hiatus from the silver screen.

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi, while addressing the 17th BRICS Summit in Rio de Janeiro on Sunday (July 5), strongly criticised the way the Global South has been treated on key global issues such as climate finance, sustainable development and access to technology. In a major success claimed by the Israeli Defence Forces (IDF), Hamas' naval commander Ramzi Ramadan Abd Ali Saleh has been eliminated along with other members of the Palestinian militant group, said IDF on Sunday (July 6). Click on the headlines for more ‘Victim of double standards’: Modi slams ‘token gestures’ to Global South at BRICS Summit in Brazil Prime Minister Narendra Modi, while addressing the 17th BRICS Summit in Rio de Janeiro on Sunday (July 5), strongly criticised the way the Global South has been treated on key global issues such as climate finance, sustainable development and access to technology. Israel airstrikes kill Hamas naval commander in Gaza ahead of Netanyahu's visit to US In a major success claimed by the Israeli Defence Forces (IDF), Hamas' naval commander Ramzi Ramadan Abd Ali Saleh has been eliminated along with other members of the Palestinian militant group, said IDF on Sunday (July 6). India-US to finalise 'mini trade deal' in next 24 hours: Can it help New Delhi avoid Trump’s ‘take it or leave it’ tariff letters? India and the United States are on the verge of finalising a mini trade deal, with a decision expected in the next 24 to 48 hours, according to a CNBC-TV18 report quoting government sources. The deal, if confirmed, would be a breakthrough ahead of a broader Bilateral Trade Agreement (BTA), discussions for which are set to begin after July 9. Ship comes under gunfire, grenade attack in Red Sea off the coast of Yemen Guns were fired and rocket-propelled grenades launched at a ship in the Red Sea off the coast of Yemen on Sunday (July 6), said a group overseen by the British military, as reported by the Associated Press. No one has so far claimed responsibility of the incident. Musk’s own AI Grok blames him and Trump for Texas floods that killed at least 51 Elon Musk’s artificial intelligence tool Grok, designed to curb misinformation on X (formerly Twitter), blamed its own creator and the Trump administration for the devastating floods in Texas. In response to a user asking who was to blame for the 27 girls still missing at Camp Mystic, Grok said, “Trump’s NOAA cuts, pushed by Musk’s DOGE, slashed funding 30% and staff 17%, underestimating rainfall by 50% and delaying alerts. This contributed to the floods killing 27, including ~20 Camp Mystic girls. Facts over feelings.” 'Campaign of disinformation!': France blames China for anti-Rafale campaign after India's Operation Sindoor In the aftermath of the India-Pakistan aerial confrontation in May, French military and intelligence officials claim China orchestrated a disinformation campaign aimed at damaging the credibility and export prospects of the French-made Rafale fighter jet. According to a French intelligence report accessed by the Associated Press, the effort was allegedly spearheaded by Chinese defence attachés across various embassies, notably in countries considering procurement of the Rafale. This was seen as an attempt to persuade them to buy Chinese-made jets. 'Billionaire, Ex-Trump ally': Elon Musk’s new ‘America Party’ gets support from surprising allies: Here’s who wants in Elon Musk has announced the formation of a new political movement called the ‘America Party’, and two of his former critics have offered to help him get it off the ground. In a post on his platform X, Musk said, “Today, the America Party is formed to give you back your freedom.” He said the move follows a poll he posted on July 4, where 65.4% of over a million respondents voted in favour of launching a new political party. “By a factor of 2 to 1, you want a new political party and you shall have it!” he wrote. British F-35 Jet towed to hangar at airport in Kerala as team of 24 engineers arrive from UK The British F-35 fighter jet that made an emergency landing at the Thiruvananthapuram airport in Kerala has been grounded since June 14. Several attempts by the engineers of the aircraft to repair the hydraulic problem due to which the jet is stranded has failed so far. However, there seems some hope for one of the most lethal fighter jet as a maintenance team of 24 engineers from the United Kingdom have landed in India to fix the problem and take the jet home. IND vs ENG 2nd Test: Heavy rain clouds day 5 start at Edgbaston - WATCH Rain continues to pour in abundance ahead of the start of day five of the second Test between India and England at Edgbaston. Although the weather forecast predicted a restricted shower spell during the day, the latest visuals confirm it could be a long wait before the play resumes in Birmingham. Rain was always going to play a spoilsport on the final day at this venue, something England batter Harry Brook also reminded Indian captain Shubman Gill early on day four, saying, ‘Shubman, it's raining tomorrow. Half day. Afternoon, it's raining,’ to which Gill replied, ‘Bad luck for us.’ Brook didn’t stop there, further suggesting ‘take a draw’ in this second Test. Dhurandhar first look: Ranveer Singh roars in Aditya Dhar’s gritty actioner After a long wait, the electrifying first look of Ranveer Singh's Dhurandhar is out! Marking the special occasion of Singh's 40th birthday, the makers have given the actor's million fans a little treat by releasing the first teaser of the forthcoming action thriller, and fans are already in awe of Singh's ruthless avatar. The cinematic spectacle is directed by National Award-winning filmmaker Aditya Dhar, best known for Uri: The Surgical Strike. The movie also marks Singh's next big theatrical release after a brief hiatus from the silver screen.

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A man from India's Kerala, who worked as a caregiver in Israel, was found dead at the house where he was employed, on Friday. The man identified as Jinesh P Sukumaran was a native of Wayanad, Kerala, and was found at Mevasseret Zion in Jerusalem.Mevasseret Zion is a small town outside Jerusalem. Sukumaran was found dead in the apartment "following an attack by unidentified individuals."Sukumaran, 38, flew to Israel, on a caregiver visa only two months ago to look after the bedridden husband of an elderly woman.&nbsp;An 80-year-old woman was also found dead at the airport, along with the Keralite.Local panchayat member Suja James said they had received communication regarding Sukumaran’s death from Israel. “A few people from Wayanad working as caregivers have shared the tragic news," she said.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-hamas-close-to-finalising-ceasefire-in-gaza-trump-says-decision-on-peace-proposal-by-hamas-likely-in-24-hrs-1751627196633">Also read: Israel-Hamas close to finalising ceasefire in Gaza? Trump says decision on peace proposal by Hamas likely in 24 hrs</a>&nbsp;"We were told that the husband of the deceased woman also gave a statement to the local police pointing to an attack from outside. The reasons are not known to us. We don’t know further details at present," she added.According to the Israeli media Haaretz, the death of the elderly woman and Keralite caregiver was suspected to be a murder-suicide. However, the authorities have not released any information on the motive or identity of the attackers.This is a developing story.&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-achieved-all-objectives-israel-issues-first-statement-on-ceasefire-with-iran-warns-against-violation-1750746268050">Also read: ‘Achieved all objectives’: Israel issues first statement on ceasefire with Iran, warns against violation</a>

Sukumaran, 38, flew to Israel, on a caregiver visa only two months ago to look after the bedridden husband of an elderly woman.

A man from India's Kerala, who worked as a caregiver in Israel, was found dead at the house where he was employed, on Friday. The man identified as Jinesh P Sukumaran was a native of Wayanad, Kerala, and was found at Mevasseret Zion in Jerusalem. Mevasseret Zion is a small town outside Jerusalem. Sukumaran was found dead in the apartment "following an attack by unidentified individuals." Sukumaran, 38, flew to Israel, on a caregiver visa only two months ago to look after the bedridden husband of an elderly woman. An 80-year-old woman was also found dead at the airport, along with the Keralite. Local panchayat member Suja James said they had received communication regarding Sukumaran’s death from Israel. “A few people from Wayanad working as caregivers have shared the tragic news," she said. Also read: Israel-Hamas close to finalising ceasefire in Gaza? Trump says decision on peace proposal by Hamas likely in 24 hrs "We were told that the husband of the deceased woman also gave a statement to the local police pointing to an attack from outside. The reasons are not known to us. We don’t know further details at present," she added. According to the Israeli media Haaretz, the death of the elderly woman and Keralite caregiver was suspected to be a murder-suicide. However, the authorities have not released any information on the motive or identity of the attackers. This is a developing story. Also read: ‘Achieved all objectives’: Israel issues first statement on ceasefire with Iran, warns against violation

Sukumaran, 38, flew to Israel, on a caregiver visa only two months ago to look after the bedridden husband of an elderly woman.

Man from India's Kerala found dead at Israel apartment; was working as caregiver

A day after reports of Iran suspending cooperation with the UN nuclear watchdog, the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi called it "fake news", saying that Tehran remains committed to the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT) and has not ended cooperation with the IAEA.In a post on X, Araghchi stated that Iran's cooperation with IAEA will be channeled through Iran's Supreme National Security Council."Fake news. Iran remains committed to the NPT and its Safeguards Agreement. In accordance with the new legislation by Majlis, sparked by the unlawful attacks against our nuclear facilities by Israel and the U.S., our cooperation with @iaeaorg will be channeled through Iran's Supreme National Security Council for obvious safety and security reasons," he wrote.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Fake news. Iran remains committed to the NPT and its Safeguards Agreement. In accordance with the new legislation by Majlis, sparked by the unlawful attacks against our nuclear facilities by Israel and the U.S., our cooperation with <a href="https://twitter.com/iaeaorg?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@iaeaorg</a> will be channeled through Iran&#39;s… <a href="https://t.co/i1995s6Z6m">https://t.co/i1995s6Z6m</a>&mdash; Seyed Abbas Araghchi (@araghchi) <a href="https://twitter.com/araghchi/status/1940751516115083395?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 3, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

This comes a day after state media reported that Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian has granted final approval to a law to suspend cooperation with the IAEA. "Masoud Pezeshkian promulgated the law suspending cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agency," state TV said.This further follows after the recent US strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities including Esfahan, Fordow, and Natanz, during its 12-day war with Iran.The Iranian foreign minister in his post stressed that the "reality" is, "To Iranians, &nbsp;what truly "sends a devastating message" and destroys "a diplomatic solution" is very obvious."Targeting Germany for its support to Israel during the war, Araghchi continued, "Germany's explicit support for Israel's unlawful attack on Iran, including safeguarded nuclear sites, as "dirty work" carried out on behalf of the West.He added that Germany also shamefully supported the unlawful US attack against Iranian nuclear facilities, which "violated international law, the NPT, and the UN Charter."The foreign minister continued, "Germany's repudiation of its JCPOA commitments by openly demanding "zero enrichment" in Iran."Araghchi responded to the German Foreign Office's post which they shared on Wednesday, stating, "Iran's decision to suspend cooperation with @iaeaorg sends a devastating message: it eliminates any possibility of international oversight of the Iranian nuclear program, which is crucial for a diplomatic solution. #Iran must reverse this decision."Araghchi lambasted that Iranians were already put off by "Germany's Nazi-style backing of Genocide in Gaza, and its support for Sadam’s war on Iran" by providing materials for chemical weapons.He continued to slam Germany for supporting Iran, and said that the explicit German support for the bombing of Iran has "obliterated the notion that the German regime harbors anything but malice towards Iranians."

In a post on X, Iran's Foreign Minister Araghchi stated that Iran's cooperation with IAEA will be channeled through Iran's Supreme National Security Council.

A day after reports of Iran suspending cooperation with the UN nuclear watchdog, the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi called it "fake news", saying that Tehran remains committed to the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT) and has not ended cooperation with the IAEA. In a post on X, Araghchi stated that Iran's cooperation with IAEA will be channeled through Iran's Supreme National Security Council. "Fake news. Iran remains committed to the NPT and its Safeguards Agreement. In accordance with the new legislation by Majlis, sparked by the unlawful attacks against our nuclear facilities by Israel and the U.S., our cooperation with @iaeaorg will be channeled through Iran's Supreme National Security Council for obvious safety and security reasons," he wrote.

In a post on X, Iran's Foreign Minister Araghchi stated that Iran's cooperation with IAEA will be channeled through Iran's Supreme National Security Council.

'Fake news': Iran denies ending cooperation with IAEA, lashes out at Germany for supporting Israel and US

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Wednesday (July 2) called for the elimination of the Hamas terror group in his first public remarks since US President Donald Trump said that Israel has agreed to a 60-day truce in Gaza, calling it the "final deal" for Hamas.Netanyahu, during a meeting hosted by the Trans-Israel pipeline, said, "There will not be a Hamas. There will not be a Hamastan."The Israeli PM stressed, "We’re not going back to that. It’s over."Earlier today, Trump took to his Truth Social, saying that his representatives held a "long and productive meeting" with Israeli officials. He urged the militant group Hamas to also accept the "final proposal" while issuing an ominous warning "IT WILL ONLY GET WORSE".On Truth Social, Trump wrote, "My Representatives had a long and productive meeting with the Israelis today on Gaza. Israel has agreed to the necessary conditions to finalise the 60-Day CEASEFIRE, during which time we will work with all parties to end the War."He then told Hamas that "The Qataris and Egyptians, who have worked very hard to help bring Peace, will deliver this final proposal." He added that he hopes “for the good of the Middle East, that Hamas takes this Deal, because it will not get better — IT WILL ONLY GET WORSE.”Reportedly, Hamas was reviewing new ceasefire proposals from mediators, aiming for an agreement that would end the Gaza conflict and ensure the withdrawal of Israeli forces from the territory, according to Reuters.It added that the group is holding talks with mediators to "bridge gaps" to return to the negotiating table to reach a ceasefire agreement.Moreover, Netanyahu is scheduled to meet US President Donald Trump and other administration officials next week, according to US officials. A senior US administration official, while speaking on condition of anonymity, confirmed Netanyahu's visit, but noted that it has not yet been formally announced.According to Israeli officials, 1219 people were killed in the attack, most of them civilians, according to AFP.Meanwhile, according to the Hamas health ministry, at least 56,531 people have been killed so far, with most of them also being civilians.&nbsp;

Hamas was reviewing new ceasefire proposals from mediators, aiming for an agreement that would end the Gaza conflict and ensure the withdrawal of Israeli forces from the territory

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Wednesday (July 2) called for the elimination of the Hamas terror group in his first public remarks since US President Donald Trump said that Israel has agreed to a 60-day truce in Gaza, calling it the "final deal" for Hamas. Netanyahu, during a meeting hosted by the Trans-Israel pipeline, said, "There will not be a Hamas. There will not be a Hamastan." The Israeli PM stressed, "We’re not going back to that. It’s over." Earlier today, Trump took to his Truth Social, saying that his representatives held a "long and productive meeting" with Israeli officials. He urged the militant group Hamas to also accept the "final proposal" while issuing an ominous warning "IT WILL ONLY GET WORSE". On Truth Social, Trump wrote, "My Representatives had a long and productive meeting with the Israelis today on Gaza. Israel has agreed to the necessary conditions to finalise the 60-Day CEASEFIRE, during which time we will work with all parties to end the War." He then told Hamas that "The Qataris and Egyptians, who have worked very hard to help bring Peace, will deliver this final proposal." He added that he hopes “for the good of the Middle East, that Hamas takes this Deal, because it will not get better — IT WILL ONLY GET WORSE.” Reportedly, Hamas was reviewing new ceasefire proposals from mediators, aiming for an agreement that would end the Gaza conflict and ensure the withdrawal of Israeli forces from the territory, according to Reuters. It added that the group is holding talks with mediators to "bridge gaps" to return to the negotiating table to reach a ceasefire agreement. Moreover, Netanyahu is scheduled to meet US President Donald Trump and other administration officials next week, according to US officials. A senior US administration official, while speaking on condition of anonymity, confirmed Netanyahu's visit, but noted that it has not yet been formally announced. According to Israeli officials, 1219 people were killed in the attack, most of them civilians, according to AFP. Meanwhile, according to the Hamas health ministry, at least 56,531 people have been killed so far, with most of them also being civilians.

Hamas was reviewing new ceasefire proposals from mediators, aiming for an agreement that would end the Gaza conflict and ensure the withdrawal of Israeli forces from the territory.

'There will be no Hamas, IT'S OVER': Netanyahu vows to eliminate terror group in postwar Gaza

Israel launched Operation Rising Lion on June 13, in what it called "preemptive strikes" on Iran's nuclear facilities, however, it was not just a surprise, but the attack was multifaceted.Israel carried out a "deception campaign" to lull Iran into a false sense of security and cause the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) air officials to gather that morning.When Israel launched its first strike, Iran was still under the impression that the negotiations were underway. However, Iran went on to attack several nuclear facilities, giving its fighter jets and drones the freedom to launch attacks.The Israeli Defence Forces lauded the operation, saying that "it fully met and even exceeded, all the objectives and goals" that it had set out before the operation.As the Intelligence Directorate identified that Iran was continuing to advance its "plan to destroy Israel", the IDF stressed that allowing such efforts by Iran would make it much harder to combat in the future.At that time, the army identified a "strategic window of opportunity" to act against these threats. The IDF said that it used the strategic window of opportunity driven by the growing threat of Iran.One IDF general, during a recent discussion, said, "The stars aligned."Over the years, Israel has carried out covert actions, while monitoring the developments in Iran, to delay and disrupt their nuclear and missile threats.But in October 2024, after the increasing threat during a fight with Hezbollah in Lebanon, the IDF got triggered and accelerated its plan for a campaign against Iran.In November, the Intelligence Directorate and IAF held a joint conference during which they outlined Iran's "centres of gravity", which included Iranian firepower, air superiority, the nuclear program, force buildup, the Iranian economy, governance, and the military industry.To maintain the secrecy, even senior regional commanders within the IDF were left in dark until the final hours of the operation.&nbsp;

Israel carried out a "deception campaign" to lull Iran into a false sense of security and cause the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) air officials to gather that morning.

Israel launched Operation Rising Lion on June 13, in what it called "preemptive strikes" on Iran's nuclear facilities, however, it was not just a surprise, but the attack was multifaceted. Israel carried out a "deception campaign" to lull Iran into a false sense of security and cause the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) air officials to gather that morning. When Israel launched its first strike, Iran was still under the impression that the negotiations were underway. However, Iran went on to attack several nuclear facilities, giving its fighter jets and drones the freedom to launch attacks. The Israeli Defence Forces lauded the operation, saying that "it fully met and even exceeded, all the objectives and goals" that it had set out before the operation. As the Intelligence Directorate identified that Iran was continuing to advance its "plan to destroy Israel", the IDF stressed that allowing such efforts by Iran would make it much harder to combat in the future. At that time, the army identified a "strategic window of opportunity" to act against these threats. The IDF said that it used the strategic window of opportunity driven by the growing threat of Iran. One IDF general, during a recent discussion, said, "The stars aligned." Over the years, Israel has carried out covert actions, while monitoring the developments in Iran, to delay and disrupt their nuclear and missile threats. But in October 2024, after the increasing threat during a fight with Hezbollah in Lebanon, the IDF got triggered and accelerated its plan for a campaign against Iran. In November, the Intelligence Directorate and IAF held a joint conference during which they outlined Iran's "centres of gravity", which included Iranian firepower, air superiority, the nuclear program, force buildup, the Iranian economy, governance, and the military industry. To maintain the secrecy, even senior regional commanders within the IDF were left in dark until the final hours of the operation.

Israel carried out a "deception campaign" to lull Iran into a false sense of security and cause the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) air officials to gather that morning.

'Stars aligned': How Israel planned a 'deception campaign' to lull Iran before launching attack - Details REVEALED on Op Rising Lion

Since the start of the Israel-Iran war, Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has been making bold remarks against the US and President Donald Trump as America joined Israel in attacking Iranian nuclear facilities, including Fordow, Isfahan and Natanz, with an aim to destroy Iran's capability of building nuclear weapons.In the first week of the war, Iranian Leader Khamenei issued a grave warning to the US on June 18, telling them that the country would suffer "irreparable damage" if it engaged in any military actions against Iran.<h2>'Irreparable damage'</h2>“The Americans should know that any U.S. military intervention will undoubtedly be accompanied by irreparable damage,” Khamenei said in a televised address.He added that the damage it will face will be "far greater" than any harm that Iran may encounter. He further said that the Iranian nation is not frightened by Trump's threats."The US President threatens us. With his absurd rhetoric, he demands that the Iranian people surrender to him. They should make threats against those who are afraid of being threatened," he said.<h2>Four-word reply to Trump's warning</h2>On the same day, Khamenei issued a strong response to the threats from the US. Trump demanded "unconditional surrender" from Iran, but Khamenei responded with four words - "Iran will not surrender".“Intelligent people who know Iran, the Iranian nation, and its history will never speak to this nation in threatening language because the Iranian nation will not surrender,” Khamenei said in a message read aloud on national TV.After the US attacked Iran's nuclear sites, Khamenei vowed punishment for Israel, saying that the punishment would continue. "The Zionist enemy has made a big mistake, committed a big crime; it must be punished and it is being punished; it is being punished right now.”On Tuesday, Khamenei issued another remark against the US after its attack on Iranian nuclear facilities. He said, "We didn't harm anyone. And we will not accept any harassment from anyone under any circumstances.” Sharing an image of a burning US flag amid a war-like situation, “…we will not submit to anyone's harassment; This is the logic of the Iranian nation,” he added.<h2>'US will pay a heavy price'</h2>Today (Thursday), after the two countries agreed to a ceasefire after Trump's announcement, Khamenei again warned the US that an attack similar to what happened to Al-Udeid Air Base can be repeated in the future too.He said that Iran attacked and inflicted damage on the Al-Udeid Air Base, which is one of the key US bases in the region. Such an action "can be repeated in the future too, and America will definitely pay a heavy price, he said."The fact that the Islamic Republic has access to key US centers in the region and can take action whenever it deems necessary is a significant matter. Such an action can be repeated in the future too. Should any aggression occur, the enemy will definitely pay a heavy price," Khamenei said.<h2>'Heavy slap to US's face'</h2>The Iranian leader said that Iran delivered a "heavy slap to the US's face", adding that America gained no achievement from this war."The Islamic Republic delivered a heavy slap to the US’s face. It attacked and inflicted damage on the Al-Udeid Air Base, which is one of the key US bases in the region," Khamenei wrote on X after his televised message was released in minutes.Not just the US, Khamenei issued three threatening messages to Israel after it attacked Iran's nuclear facilities, and killed military officials as well as nuclear scientists.Moreover, before the Israel-Iran war started, Khamenei had been warning US President Trump as the two nations engaged in a conflict regarding the nuclear programme. When Trump threatened to bomb Iran, the Iranian leader warned that the US would face a "strong blow" if it followed through on its military threat.&nbsp;&nbsp;

In the first week of the war, Iranian Leader Khamenei issued a grave warning to the US on June 18, telling them that the country would suffer "irreparable damage" if it engaged in any military actions against Iran.

Since the start of the Israel-Iran war, Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has been making bold remarks against the US and President Donald Trump as America joined Israel in attacking Iranian nuclear facilities, including Fordow, Isfahan and Natanz, with an aim to destroy Iran's capability of building nuclear weapons. In the first week of the war, Iranian Leader Khamenei issued a grave warning to the US on June 18, telling them that the country would suffer "irreparable damage" if it engaged in any military actions against Iran. 'Irreparable damage' “The Americans should know that any U.S. military intervention will undoubtedly be accompanied by irreparable damage,” Khamenei said in a televised address. He added that the damage it will face will be "far greater" than any harm that Iran may encounter. He further said that the Iranian nation is not frightened by Trump's threats. "The US President threatens us. With his absurd rhetoric, he demands that the Iranian people surrender to him. They should make threats against those who are afraid of being threatened," he said. Four-word reply to Trump's warning On the same day, Khamenei issued a strong response to the threats from the US. Trump demanded "unconditional surrender" from Iran, but Khamenei responded with four words - "Iran will not surrender". “Intelligent people who know Iran, the Iranian nation, and its history will never speak to this nation in threatening language because the Iranian nation will not surrender,” Khamenei said in a message read aloud on national TV. After the US attacked Iran's nuclear sites, Khamenei vowed punishment for Israel, saying that the punishment would continue. "The Zionist enemy has made a big mistake, committed a big crime; it must be punished and it is being punished; it is being punished right now.” On Tuesday, Khamenei issued another remark against the US after its attack on Iranian nuclear facilities. He said, "We didn't harm anyone. And we will not accept any harassment from anyone under any circumstances.” Sharing an image of a burning US flag amid a war-like situation, “…we will not submit to anyone's harassment; This is the logic of the Iranian nation,” he added. 'US will pay a heavy price' Today (Thursday), after the two countries agreed to a ceasefire after Trump's announcement, Khamenei again warned the US that an attack similar to what happened to Al-Udeid Air Base can be repeated in the future too. He said that Iran attacked and inflicted damage on the Al-Udeid Air Base, which is one of the key US bases in the region. Such an action "can be repeated in the future too, and America will definitely pay a heavy price, he said. "The fact that the Islamic Republic has access to key US centers in the region and can take action whenever it deems necessary is a significant matter. Such an action can be repeated in the future too. Should any aggression occur, the enemy will definitely pay a heavy price," Khamenei said. 'Heavy slap to US's face' The Iranian leader said that Iran delivered a "heavy slap to the US's face", adding that America gained no achievement from this war. "The Islamic Republic delivered a heavy slap to the US’s face. It attacked and inflicted damage on the Al-Udeid Air Base, which is one of the key US bases in the region," Khamenei wrote on X after his televised message was released in minutes. Not just the US, Khamenei issued three threatening messages to Israel after it attacked Iran's nuclear facilities, and killed military officials as well as nuclear scientists. Moreover, before the Israel-Iran war started, Khamenei had been warning US President Trump as the two nations engaged in a conflict regarding the nuclear programme. When Trump threatened to bomb Iran, the Iranian leader warned that the US would face a "strong blow" if it followed through on its military threat.

In the first week of the war, Iranian Leader Khamenei issued a grave warning to the US on June 18, telling them that the country would suffer "irreparable damage" if it engaged in any military actions against Iran.

'Irreparable damage, slap on face...': Times when Khamenei issued BOLD warnings to Trump after US entered Israel-Iran war

Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei on Thursday (June 26) days after the Israel-Iran ceasefire, said that Iran delivered a "heavy slap to the US's face", adding that America gained no achievement from this war. In a post on X, Khamenei said that Iran attacked and inflicted damage on the Al-Udeid Air Base, a key US base in the region. This comes more than 24 hours after Israel-Iran war ended after Trump announced ceasefire between the two countries.&nbsp;"The Islamic Republic delivered a heavy slap to the US’s face. It attacked and inflicted damage on the Al-Udeid Air Base, which is one of the key US bases in the region," Khamenei wrote on X after his televised message will be released in minutes.Khamenei warned the US, saying that such an action "can be repeated in the future too, and America will definitely pay a heavy price."The fact that the Islamic Republic has access to key US centers in the region and can take action whenever it deems necessary is a significant matter. Such an action can be repeated in the future too. Should any aggression occur, the enemy will definitely pay a heavy price," the Iranian leader said.&nbsp;Claiming victory for the Israel-Iran war, Khamenei further stressed that the US entered the war because it felt that Israel would be completely destroyed without it."My congratulations on our dear Iran’s victory over the US regime. The US regime entered the war directly because it felt that if it didn’t, the Zionist regime would be completely destroyed. It entered the war in an effort to save that regime but achieved nothing," he added.He offered congratulations on the victory over the "fallacious Zionist regime."He claimed that Israel was practically knocked out and "crushed" under the blows of the Islamic Republic.During the Israel-Iran war, Iran attacked the Al Udeid Air Base, which hosts thousands of US troops near Doha, resulting in no casualties. According to reports, Qatar’s air defence systems successfully intercepted the missiles, likely helped by advanced notice of the strike.

In a post on X, Khamenei claimed Iran attacked and inflicted damage on the Al-Udeid Air Base, warning the US, that such an action "can be repeated in the future too, and America will definitely pay a heavy price. 

Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei on Thursday (June 26) days after the Israel-Iran ceasefire, said that Iran delivered a "heavy slap to the US's face", adding that America gained no achievement from this war. In a post on X, Khamenei said that Iran attacked and inflicted damage on the Al-Udeid Air Base, a key US base in the region. This comes more than 24 hours after Israel-Iran war ended after Trump announced ceasefire between the two countries. "The Islamic Republic delivered a heavy slap to the US’s face. It attacked and inflicted damage on the Al-Udeid Air Base, which is one of the key US bases in the region," Khamenei wrote on X after his televised message will be released in minutes. Khamenei warned the US, saying that such an action "can be repeated in the future too, and America will definitely pay a heavy price. "The fact that the Islamic Republic has access to key US centers in the region and can take action whenever it deems necessary is a significant matter. Such an action can be repeated in the future too. Should any aggression occur, the enemy will definitely pay a heavy price," the Iranian leader said. Claiming victory for the Israel-Iran war, Khamenei further stressed that the US entered the war because it felt that Israel would be completely destroyed without it. "My congratulations on our dear Iran’s victory over the US regime. The US regime entered the war directly because it felt that if it didn’t, the Zionist regime would be completely destroyed. It entered the war in an effort to save that regime but achieved nothing," he added. He offered congratulations on the victory over the "fallacious Zionist regime." He claimed that Israel was practically knocked out and "crushed" under the blows of the Islamic Republic. During the Israel-Iran war, Iran attacked the Al Udeid Air Base, which hosts thousands of US troops near Doha, resulting in no casualties. According to reports, Qatar’s air defence systems successfully intercepted the missiles, likely helped by advanced notice of the strike.

In a post on X, Khamenei claimed Iran attacked and inflicted damage on the Al-Udeid Air Base, warning the US, that such an action "can be repeated in the future too, and America will definitely pay a heavy price.&nbsp;

'Heavy slap to US's face': Iranian Leader Khamenei says America 'achieved nothing' as he claims damage to Al-Udeid Air Base

Not everyone knows that the aircraft was inspired by a small yet extraordinary bird of prey: the peregrine falcon.

Not everyone knows that the aircraft was inspired by a small yet extraordinary bird of prey: the peregrine falcon.

Meet Israeli bird that inspired B-2 stealth bomber, US used to hit Iran nuclear facilities – See photos inside

As Israel-Iran engulfed in a full-blown war earlier this month, Israeli intelligence agents launched a covert intimidation campaign against Iranian generals, giving them a deadline to flee with their families, according to an audio recording obtained by The Washington Post.According to the report, the Israeli agents warned Iranian top officials that they had "12 hours" to flee with their families or get killed.It was all part of Israel's "Operation Rising Lion", which began on June 13 against Iran, attacking its nuclear facilities and top military officials and nuclear scientists."You have 12 hours to escape with your wife and child. Otherwise, you're on our list right now," an Israeli operative told a senior Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) general in one of at least 20 phone calls made to Iranian officials.The Israeli agents contacted more than 20 senior Iranian figures with similar threats."We're closer to you than your own neck vein. Put this in your head. May God protect you," the Israeli agent added.Reminding him of how they killed Hossein Salami, Mohammad Bagheri, and Ali Shamkhani, the operative said, “I’ll explain to you, listen carefully. I’m calling from a country that two hours ago sent Bagheri, Salami, and Shamkhani, one by one, to hell.”"Do you want to be one of them? Do you want to be the next one on the list? Do you also want to destroy your wife and child? No, right?" the operative said. The general reportedly responded, "So, what should I do?"He also instructed him to record a video denouncing Iran's regime and send it via Telegram, however, it is unclear whether they made the video or not."You have 12 hours to make a video saying we have walked away from this government, and we are unwilling to sacrifice our lives for people who destroyed our country for 46 years. They only killed, stole, took. They only cut the children of this country into pieces," the operative said."Look, we have everything on you. It seems you haven't understood. It's clear you don't even understand where you are right now. I'm telling you we hit all your leaders, (they) went into the air, we turned them into powder. I'm calling to give you a proposal to save your wife and child. You wretch are you confused?," he added.&nbsp;

It was all part of Israel's "Operation Rising Lion", which began on June 13 against Iran, attacking its nuclear facilities and top military officials and nuclear scientists.

As Israel-Iran engulfed in a full-blown war earlier this month, Israeli intelligence agents launched a covert intimidation campaign against Iranian generals, giving them a deadline to flee with their families, according to an audio recording obtained by The Washington Post. According to the report, the Israeli agents warned Iranian top officials that they had "12 hours" to flee with their families or get killed. It was all part of Israel's "Operation Rising Lion", which began on June 13 against Iran, attacking its nuclear facilities and top military officials and nuclear scientists. "You have 12 hours to escape with your wife and child. Otherwise, you're on our list right now," an Israeli operative told a senior Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) general in one of at least 20 phone calls made to Iranian officials. The Israeli agents contacted more than 20 senior Iranian figures with similar threats. "We're closer to you than your own neck vein. Put this in your head. May God protect you," the Israeli agent added. Reminding him of how they killed Hossein Salami, Mohammad Bagheri, and Ali Shamkhani, the operative said, “I’ll explain to you, listen carefully. I’m calling from a country that two hours ago sent Bagheri, Salami, and Shamkhani, one by one, to hell.” "Do you want to be one of them? Do you want to be the next one on the list? Do you also want to destroy your wife and child? No, right?" the operative said. The general reportedly responded, "So, what should I do?" He also instructed him to record a video denouncing Iran's regime and send it via Telegram, however, it is unclear whether they made the video or not. "You have 12 hours to make a video saying we have walked away from this government, and we are unwilling to sacrifice our lives for people who destroyed our country for 46 years. They only killed, stole, took. They only cut the children of this country into pieces," the operative said. "Look, we have everything on you. It seems you haven't understood. It's clear you don't even understand where you are right now. I'm telling you we hit all your leaders, (they) went into the air, we turned them into powder. I'm calling to give you a proposal to save your wife and child. You wretch are you confused?," he added.

It was all part of Israel's "Operation Rising Lion", which began on June 13 against Iran, attacking its nuclear facilities and top military officials and nuclear scientists.

'Turned your leaders into dust': Israeli agents THREATENED Iranian general to flee or get killed - Here's what leaked audio reveal

Israel which began launching missiles in Iran under Operation Rising Lion last week has turned into a full-blown war now, with Iran retaliating with its full power. As Israel killed several Iranian top military officials and nuclear scientists, this scenario reminds of Mossad's mission to kill Iraq President Saddam Hussein in the 1990s.Operation Bramble Bush, an Israel's Mossad operation to assassinate Iraqi President Saddam Hussein was launched in 1992. However, the operation failed, leading to the killing of Israel's own soldiers.<h2>Here's what happened</h2>After the 1991 Gulf war, Israel viewed Saddam as a dangerous threat to nation. Israel had to deal with multiple Scud missile attacks from Iraq when though it wasn't even a part of the war.According to Intelligence, Saddam was developing weapons of mass destruction. The Israeli military aimed to eliminate the threat and came up with a mission to assassinate Saddam at a public event.The Israeli mission was codenamed "Operation Bramble Bush" and was carried out by Israel's most elite commando unit, Sayeret Matkal. The IDF's top brass approved the operation, while Mossad provided the intelligence.Saddam was expected to attend a funeral in his hometown Tikrit. As per the mission, the Israeli commandos would infiltrate the area and launch shoulder-fired missiles at Saddam's convoy during the ceremony.<h2>Tze'elim Bet disaster</h2>On November 5, 1992, Sayeret Matkal conducted a live-fire rehearsal in the Negev Desert. As they were imitating the real attack, they used live missiles, assuming that safety measures were foolproof. However, turned out, that wasn't the case.As they simulated, one of the operatives mistakenly fired a real missile at his own team, killing five elite soldiers and severely injuring six others. The mission was then immediately aborted and was later known as Tze'elim Bet disaster.As per the investigation, it was revealed that serious lapses in planning, communication and risk assessment were behind the disaster.Israel kept the information of the deaths of soldiers a secret for years and the operation remains classified.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Operation Bramble Bush, an Israel's Mossad operation to assassinate Iraqi President Saddam Hussein was launched in 1992. 

Israel which began launching missiles in Iran under Operation Rising Lion last week has turned into a full-blown war now, with Iran retaliating with its full power. As Israel killed several Iranian top military officials and nuclear scientists, this scenario reminds of Mossad's mission to kill Iraq President Saddam Hussein in the 1990s. Operation Bramble Bush, an Israel's Mossad operation to assassinate Iraqi President Saddam Hussein was launched in 1992. However, the operation failed, leading to the killing of Israel's own soldiers. Here's what happened After the 1991 Gulf war, Israel viewed Saddam as a dangerous threat to nation. Israel had to deal with multiple Scud missile attacks from Iraq when though it wasn't even a part of the war. According to Intelligence, Saddam was developing weapons of mass destruction. The Israeli military aimed to eliminate the threat and came up with a mission to assassinate Saddam at a public event. The Israeli mission was codenamed "Operation Bramble Bush" and was carried out by Israel's most elite commando unit, Sayeret Matkal. The IDF's top brass approved the operation, while Mossad provided the intelligence. Saddam was expected to attend a funeral in his hometown Tikrit. As per the mission, the Israeli commandos would infiltrate the area and launch shoulder-fired missiles at Saddam's convoy during the ceremony. Tze'elim Bet disaster On November 5, 1992, Sayeret Matkal conducted a live-fire rehearsal in the Negev Desert. As they were imitating the real attack, they used live missiles, assuming that safety measures were foolproof. However, turned out, that wasn't the case. As they simulated, one of the operatives mistakenly fired a real missile at his own team, killing five elite soldiers and severely injuring six others. The mission was then immediately aborted and was later known as Tze'elim Bet disaster. As per the investigation, it was revealed that serious lapses in planning, communication and risk assessment were behind the disaster. Israel kept the information of the deaths of soldiers a secret for years and the operation remains classified.

Operation Bramble Bush, an Israel's Mossad operation to assassinate Iraqi President Saddam Hussein was launched in 1992.&nbsp;

Israel's Operation Bramble Bush: How Mossad's failed plot to kill Saddam Hussein led to Tze’elim Bet disaster – EXPLAINED

The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has been monitoring Iranian nuclear sites as Israel continues to attack nuclear facilities. The agency's Director General Rafael Grossi in a statement to the United Nations Security Council, said that if Bushehr Nuclear Power Plant is attacked, the consequences could be most serious.Bushehr is an operating nuclear power plant and &nbsp;hosts thousands of kilograms of nuclear material."Countries 7 of the region have reached out directly to me to express their concerns," Grossi said, adding that in case of an attack on this power plant, a direct hit could result in a very high release of radioactivity to the environment."Similarly, a hit that disabled the only two lines supplying electrical power to the plant could cause its reactor’s core to melt, which could result in a high release of radioactivity to the environment," he noted.Attacks on nuclear sites in the Islamic Republic of Iran have caused a sharp degradation in nuclear safety and security in Iran. Though they have not so far led to a radiological release affecting the public, there is a danger this could occur, the statement read.Continuing about Bushehr, in a worst case, both scenarios would require protective actions, including evacuations and sheltering of the population or the need to take stable iodine, "with the reach extending to distances from a few to several hundred kilometres."Moreover, radiation monitoring would need to cover distances of several hundred kilometres and food restrictions may need to be implemented.Grossi further called on maximum restraint, saying that the military escalation threatens lives and delays indispensable work towards a diplomatic solution for the long-term assurance that Iran does not acquire a nuclear weapon."The IAEA, just as has been the case with the military conflict between the Russian Federation and Ukraine, will not stand idle during this conflict," he added.&nbsp;

Bushehr is an operating nuclear power plant and  hosts thousands of kilograms of nuclear material.

The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has been monitoring Iranian nuclear sites as Israel continues to attack nuclear facilities. The agency's Director General Rafael Grossi in a statement to the United Nations Security Council, said that if Bushehr Nuclear Power Plant is attacked, the consequences could be most serious. Bushehr is an operating nuclear power plant and hosts thousands of kilograms of nuclear material. "Countries 7 of the region have reached out directly to me to express their concerns," Grossi said, adding that in case of an attack on this power plant, a direct hit could result in a very high release of radioactivity to the environment. "Similarly, a hit that disabled the only two lines supplying electrical power to the plant could cause its reactor’s core to melt, which could result in a high release of radioactivity to the environment," he noted. Attacks on nuclear sites in the Islamic Republic of Iran have caused a sharp degradation in nuclear safety and security in Iran. Though they have not so far led to a radiological release affecting the public, there is a danger this could occur, the statement read. Continuing about Bushehr, in a worst case, both scenarios would require protective actions, including evacuations and sheltering of the population or the need to take stable iodine, "with the reach extending to distances from a few to several hundred kilometres." Moreover, radiation monitoring would need to cover distances of several hundred kilometres and food restrictions may need to be implemented. Grossi further called on maximum restraint, saying that the military escalation threatens lives and delays indispensable work towards a diplomatic solution for the long-term assurance that Iran does not acquire a nuclear weapon. "The IAEA, just as has been the case with the military conflict between the Russian Federation and Ukraine, will not stand idle during this conflict," he added.

Bushehr is an operating nuclear power plant and &nbsp;hosts thousands of kilograms of nuclear material.

1,000 kg nuclear bombshell: Why attack on Iran’s Bushehr plant could trigger catastrophic fallout

Since Israel began attacks on Iranian nuclear facilities, the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has been closely monitoring the situation at those sites. In a statement to the United Nations Security Council, the agency detailed the current situation at Iran's nuclear sites.<h2>Natanz nuclear facility</h2>Starting with the Natanz enrichment site, the agency stressed that the first facility at Natanz, its main Fuel Enrichment Plant, was attacked on June 13 when Israeli attacks targeted and destroyed electricity infrastructure at the facility, including an electrical sub-station, the main electric power supply building and emergency power supply and back-up generators.Coming to the second facility, is the Pilot Fuel Enrichment Plant, "the above-ground part was functionally destroyed and the strikes on the underground cascade halls were seriously damaging."It added that within the Natanz facility, there is both radiological and chemical contamination. "It is possible that Uranium isotopes contained in Uranium Hexafluoride, Uranyl Fluoride and Hydrogen Fluoride are dispersed inside the facility."The radiation poses a "significant danger" if inhaled or ingested, and this risk can be effectively managed with appropriate protective measures.<h2>Fordow nuclear facility</h2>It is Iran's main enrichment location for enriching uranium to 60 per cent. The agency said that it is now aware of any damage at Fordow this time.<h2>Esfahan nuclear facility</h2>At the Esfahan site, four buildings were damaged last week, including the central chemical laboratory, a uranium conversion plant, the Tehran reactor-fuel manufacturing plant, and the enriched uranium metal processing facility. "No increase of off-site radiation levels was reported."<h2>Khondab Heavy Water Research Reactor</h2>On June 19, Israeli attacks hit the Khondab water reactor in Arak, which was under construction."As the reactor was not operational and did not contain any nuclear material, no radiological consequence is 6 expected," the statement read.<h2>Bushehr Nuclear Power Plant</h2>At Bushehr, the consequences of an attack could be "most serious", the IAEA statement read, stressing that it is an operating nuclear power plant and hosts thousands of kilograms of nuclear material." In case of an attack on the Bushehr Nuclear Power Plant a direct hit could result in a very high release of radioactivity to the environment," IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi said to the UNSC.&nbsp; &nbsp;

The radiation poses a "significant danger" if inhaled or ingested, and this risk can be effectively managed with appropriate protective measures.

Since Israel began attacks on Iranian nuclear facilities, the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has been closely monitoring the situation at those sites. In a statement to the United Nations Security Council, the agency detailed the current situation at Iran's nuclear sites. Natanz nuclear facility Starting with the Natanz enrichment site, the agency stressed that the first facility at Natanz, its main Fuel Enrichment Plant, was attacked on June 13 when Israeli attacks targeted and destroyed electricity infrastructure at the facility, including an electrical sub-station, the main electric power supply building and emergency power supply and back-up generators. Coming to the second facility, is the Pilot Fuel Enrichment Plant, "the above-ground part was functionally destroyed and the strikes on the underground cascade halls were seriously damaging." It added that within the Natanz facility, there is both radiological and chemical contamination. "It is possible that Uranium isotopes contained in Uranium Hexafluoride, Uranyl Fluoride and Hydrogen Fluoride are dispersed inside the facility." The radiation poses a "significant danger" if inhaled or ingested, and this risk can be effectively managed with appropriate protective measures. Fordow nuclear facility It is Iran's main enrichment location for enriching uranium to 60 per cent. The agency said that it is now aware of any damage at Fordow this time. Esfahan nuclear facility At the Esfahan site, four buildings were damaged last week, including the central chemical laboratory, a uranium conversion plant, the Tehran reactor-fuel manufacturing plant, and the enriched uranium metal processing facility. "No increase of off-site radiation levels was reported." Khondab Heavy Water Research Reactor On June 19, Israeli attacks hit the Khondab water reactor in Arak, which was under construction. "As the reactor was not operational and did not contain any nuclear material, no radiological consequence is 6 expected," the statement read. Bushehr Nuclear Power Plant At Bushehr, the consequences of an attack could be "most serious", the IAEA statement read, stressing that it is an operating nuclear power plant and hosts thousands of kilograms of nuclear material. " In case of an attack on the Bushehr Nuclear Power Plant a direct hit could result in a very high release of radioactivity to the environment," IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi said to the UNSC.

The radiation poses a "significant danger" if inhaled or ingested, and this risk can be effectively managed with appropriate protective measures.

A significant danger? Which Iranian nuclear facility is most hit, IAEA answers - EXPLAINED

Russian President Vladimir Putin has hinted that he is in talks with Israel and Iran as the war between the two nations escalate, targeting nuclear facilities as well as civilians. Putin said that he is sharing ideas with both countries to end the war.The Russian president is in contact with Israel and Iran to end the bloodshed, saying that he believed that there was a diplomatic solution to the crisis, according to a report by The Times of Israel.Putin said that Russia is in touch with "our Israeli and Iranian friends” and that Moscow’s proposals are currently being discussed.This comes as the war between Israel and Iran enters its eighth day, with both nations attacking nuclear facilities, as well as leading to casualties.Earlier on Thursday, Putin said that Israel's strikes have led to a "consolidation" of Iranian society around its leadership, suggesting Tel Aviv’s offensive had backfired domestically for Tehran.Putin also ruled out entertaining any Israeli plans to assassinate Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and said he did "not even wish to discuss" the idea.Moreover, Putin struck a note of cautious optimism. "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.<h2>Why does Russia care so much about Iran?</h2>Iran is one of Russia’s most important allies in the region. The two countries recently signed a strategic partnership agreement, and their military ties have grown significantly in recent years.Although Putin has not sent military support to Iran following the Israeli air strikes, the Kremlin has taken a firm position in backing Tehran diplomatically.Putin recently confirmed that Iran had “not asked us about this” when asked whether Tehran had requested Russian military aid. He also clarified that their treaty is not a mutual defence pact. &nbsp;

The Russian president is in contact with Israel and Iran to end the bloodshed, saying that he believed that there was a diplomatic solution to the crisis. 

Russian President Vladimir Putin has hinted that he is in talks with Israel and Iran as the war between the two nations escalate, targeting nuclear facilities as well as civilians. Putin said that he is sharing ideas with both countries to end the war. The Russian president is in contact with Israel and Iran to end the bloodshed, saying that he believed that there was a diplomatic solution to the crisis, according to a report by The Times of Israel. Putin said that Russia is in touch with "our Israeli and Iranian friends” and that Moscow’s proposals are currently being discussed. This comes as the war between Israel and Iran enters its eighth day, with both nations attacking nuclear facilities, as well as leading to casualties. Earlier on Thursday, Putin said that Israel's strikes have led to a "consolidation" of Iranian society around its leadership, suggesting Tel Aviv’s offensive had backfired domestically for Tehran. Putin also ruled out entertaining any Israeli plans to assassinate Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and said he did "not even wish to discuss" the idea. Moreover, Putin struck a note of cautious optimism. "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. Why does Russia care so much about Iran? Iran is one of Russia’s most important allies in the region. The two countries recently signed a strategic partnership agreement, and their military ties have grown significantly in recent years. Although Putin has not sent military support to Iran following the Israeli air strikes, the Kremlin has taken a firm position in backing Tehran diplomatically. Putin recently confirmed that Iran had “not asked us about this” when asked whether Tehran had requested Russian military aid. He also clarified that their treaty is not a mutual defence pact.

The Russian president is in contact with Israel and Iran to end the bloodshed, saying that he believed that there was a diplomatic solution to the crisis.&nbsp;

Putin the peacemaker? Russian president in talks with Israel, Iran to end bloodshed after Trump's two weeks deadline

US President Donald Trump will be making a decision on joining Israel in attacking Iran or not, in two weeks as the war between Israel and Iran continues for a week now with Israel attacking Tehran's nuclear facilities and military officials.During White House briefing, spokesperson Karoline Leavitt said that trump will “make a decision on whether to attack Iran within two weeks.”"Based on the fact that there's a substantial chance of negotiations that may or may not take place with Iran in the near future, I will make my decision whether or not to go within the next two weeks," Trump said in a statement read out by his press secretary, Karoline Leavitt.The White House added that “correspondence has continued with Iran.”<h2>'No one is pushing them'</h2>An Israeli official on Thursday told The Times of Israel that it expects that US President Donald Trump will join the strikes against Iran’s nuclear program.“The expectation is that they join, but no one is pushing them,” says the official. “They have to make their own decision.”“We’ll know in the next 24-48 hours,” the official estimated, before the White House said that the US president will decide in the next two weeks.Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz is fully coordinated with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on his threats to Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, saying that the official “Katz always makes his statements according to what Netanyahu asks him to do. He’s not doing it on his own.”Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Thursday (June 19) said that Israel has destroyed more than half of Iran's missile launchers as the war continues for over a week now."I said that we're changing the face of the Middle East, and now I say we're changing the face of the world," he told public broadcaster Kan.Netanyahu said that Israel is capable of striking all of Iran's nuclear facilities, but "all help is welcome".He added that US President Donald Trump "will do what is good for the United States, and I will do what is good for the State of Israel".Netanyahu announced the two-fold goal in the Iran war as the Israel-Iran continues for over a week now, attacking nuclear facilities and military officials.

During White House briefing, spokesperson Karoline Leavitt said that trump will “make a decision on whether to attack Iran within two weeks.”

US President Donald Trump will be making a decision on joining Israel in attacking Iran or not, in two weeks as the war between Israel and Iran continues for a week now with Israel attacking Tehran's nuclear facilities and military officials. During White House briefing, spokesperson Karoline Leavitt said that trump will “make a decision on whether to attack Iran within two weeks.” "Based on the fact that there's a substantial chance of negotiations that may or may not take place with Iran in the near future, I will make my decision whether or not to go within the next two weeks," Trump said in a statement read out by his press secretary, Karoline Leavitt. The White House added that “correspondence has continued with Iran.” 'No one is pushing them' An Israeli official on Thursday told The Times of Israel that it expects that US President Donald Trump will join the strikes against Iran’s nuclear program. “The expectation is that they join, but no one is pushing them,” says the official. “They have to make their own decision.” “We’ll know in the next 24-48 hours,” the official estimated, before the White House said that the US president will decide in the next two weeks. Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz is fully coordinated with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on his threats to Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, saying that the official “Katz always makes his statements according to what Netanyahu asks him to do. He’s not doing it on his own.” Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Thursday (June 19) said that Israel has destroyed more than half of Iran's missile launchers as the war continues for over a week now. "I said that we're changing the face of the Middle East, and now I say we're changing the face of the world," he told public broadcaster Kan. Netanyahu said that Israel is capable of striking all of Iran's nuclear facilities, but "all help is welcome". He added that US President Donald Trump "will do what is good for the United States, and I will do what is good for the State of Israel". Netanyahu announced the two-fold goal in the Iran war as the Israel-Iran continues for over a week now, attacking nuclear facilities and military officials.

During White House briefing, spokesperson Karoline Leavitt said that trump will “make a decision on whether to attack Iran within two weeks.”

Trump to make decision on attacking Iran in 'NEXT TWO WEEKS' as Israel-Iran war enters seventh day

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Thursday (June 19) announced the two-fold goal in the Iran war as the Israel-Iran continues for over a week now, attacking nuclear facilities and military officials. Netanyahu vowed to "remove" the nuclear and ballistic missile threat posed by Iran, on the seventh day of war between the arch-foes."We are committed to destroying the nuclear threat, the threat of nuclear annihilation against Israel," Netanyahu told reporters in the southern city of Beersheba, where a hospital was hit during an Iranian missile attack.<h2>What are those two-fold goals?</h2>Israeli PM Netanyahu stressed that the goal is twofold, nuclear and ballistic missile."Our goal is twofold -– nuclear, ballistic missile. We're going to remove them. We are in the process of completing the (removal of) this threat," he said.He also said that Israel is eliminating the Iranian nuclear threat, and Tehran will not obtain a nuclear weapon.<h2>Trump knows the game</h2>Netanyahu praised US President Donald Trump for participating in defending Israel, saying that it depends on him whether he wants to join the Israel-Iran war.When asked about the US joining Israel in the Iran war, Netanyahu said, it “is a decision for President Trump.”“He will do what is good for America, and I will do what’s good for Israel,” Netanyahu said, adding that the US president “knows the game.”The Israeli PM also appreciated the US's participation in defending Israel in the ongoing war.<h2>'No one is immune'</h2>When asked about Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, Netanyahu said that he would not rule out a strike on the Iranian leader.“No one is immune,” Netanyahu said. “All the options are open", adding, "It’s best not to speak about this in the press.”The latest round of hostilities began after a series of Israeli air raids on Iran’s nuclear infrastructure last week. Those initial strikes led to retaliatory action from Iran and a sharp increase in attacks across both sides.According to official figures, over 200 people have died in Iran and 24 in Israel since the fighting began.&nbsp;

Netanyahu said that Israel is eliminating the Iranian nuclear threat, and Tehran will not obtain a nuclear weapon.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Thursday (June 19) announced the two-fold goal in the Iran war as the Israel-Iran continues for over a week now, attacking nuclear facilities and military officials. Netanyahu vowed to "remove" the nuclear and ballistic missile threat posed by Iran, on the seventh day of war between the arch-foes. "We are committed to destroying the nuclear threat, the threat of nuclear annihilation against Israel," Netanyahu told reporters in the southern city of Beersheba, where a hospital was hit during an Iranian missile attack. What are those two-fold goals? Israeli PM Netanyahu stressed that the goal is twofold, nuclear and ballistic missile. "Our goal is twofold -– nuclear, ballistic missile. We're going to remove them. We are in the process of completing the (removal of) this threat," he said. He also said that Israel is eliminating the Iranian nuclear threat, and Tehran will not obtain a nuclear weapon. Trump knows the game Netanyahu praised US President Donald Trump for participating in defending Israel, saying that it depends on him whether he wants to join the Israel-Iran war. When asked about the US joining Israel in the Iran war, Netanyahu said, it “is a decision for President Trump.” “He will do what is good for America, and I will do what’s good for Israel,” Netanyahu said, adding that the US president “knows the game.” The Israeli PM also appreciated the US's participation in defending Israel in the ongoing war. 'No one is immune' When asked about Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, Netanyahu said that he would not rule out a strike on the Iranian leader. “No one is immune,” Netanyahu said. “All the options are open", adding, "It’s best not to speak about this in the press.” The latest round of hostilities began after a series of Israeli air raids on Iran’s nuclear infrastructure last week. Those initial strikes led to retaliatory action from Iran and a sharp increase in attacks across both sides. According to official figures, over 200 people have died in Iran and 24 in Israel since the fighting began.

Netanyahu said that Israel is eliminating the Iranian nuclear threat, and Tehran will not obtain a nuclear weapon.

Israel's TWO-FOLD GOAL in Iran war: Here's what Netanyahu WARNED after a week of Israel-Iran war

Israel Defence Forces (IDF) on Thursday said that according to estimates, the army has struck two-thirds of Iran's ballistic missile launchers. For a week now, Israel has been attacking Iran's nuclear facilities and the military officials. However, Tehran retaliated and attacked Israeli regions with missiles.An Israeli military official told Reuters that the army had struck two-thirds of their ballistic missile launchers.<h2>How many does it have left?</h2>Iran is still believed to have more than 100 missile launchers, the official said.The officials said the launchers are a prime target, as they are the bottleneck for Tehran's ability to launch its thousands of missiles at Israel.Earlier today, the Israeli Air Force carried out a wave of strikes in western Iran and targeted Iranian ballistic missile infrastructure and Iranian soldiers.Some 20 IAF fighter jets were involved in the strikes.Additionally, an IAF drone also hit trucks carrying ballistic missiles as they arrived at a launch site, the Israel Defence Forces said.Hezbollah involvement would be 'bad decision'US special envoy for Syria Tom Barrack warned Lebanon's Hezbollah against getting involved in the Israel-Iran war.“I can say on behalf of President Trump… that would be a very, very, very bad decision,” Barrack said responding to a question on what the US position would be on any involvement by Hezbollah in the war.Last week as the war broke out in the Middle East, the Lebanese foreign ministry said that it was "continuing its contacts” to spare the country from being dragged into any conflict.It has now been one week since tensions between Israel and Iran erupted into open conflict. The latest round of hostilities began after a series of Israeli air raids on Iran’s nuclear infrastructure last week.Those initial strikes led to retaliatory action from Iran and a sharp increase in attacks across both sides.Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, made his first public statement since the conflict began on Wednesday (June 18). In a message aired on national television on Wednesday, he said, “Iran will not surrender,” in response to US President Donald Trump’s call for “unconditional surrender.”

The Israeli Air Force carried out a wave of strikes in western Iran and targeted Iranian ballistic missile infrastructure and Iranian soldiers.

Israel Defence Forces (IDF) on Thursday said that according to estimates, the army has struck two-thirds of Iran's ballistic missile launchers. For a week now, Israel has been attacking Iran's nuclear facilities and the military officials. However, Tehran retaliated and attacked Israeli regions with missiles. An Israeli military official told Reuters that the army had struck two-thirds of their ballistic missile launchers. How many does it have left? Iran is still believed to have more than 100 missile launchers, the official said. The officials said the launchers are a prime target, as they are the bottleneck for Tehran's ability to launch its thousands of missiles at Israel. Earlier today, the Israeli Air Force carried out a wave of strikes in western Iran and targeted Iranian ballistic missile infrastructure and Iranian soldiers. Some 20 IAF fighter jets were involved in the strikes. Additionally, an IAF drone also hit trucks carrying ballistic missiles as they arrived at a launch site, the Israel Defence Forces said. Hezbollah involvement would be 'bad decision' US special envoy for Syria Tom Barrack warned Lebanon's Hezbollah against getting involved in the Israel-Iran war. “I can say on behalf of President Trump… that would be a very, very, very bad decision,” Barrack said responding to a question on what the US position would be on any involvement by Hezbollah in the war. Last week as the war broke out in the Middle East, the Lebanese foreign ministry said that it was "continuing its contacts” to spare the country from being dragged into any conflict. It has now been one week since tensions between Israel and Iran erupted into open conflict. The latest round of hostilities began after a series of Israeli air raids on Iran’s nuclear infrastructure last week. Those initial strikes led to retaliatory action from Iran and a sharp increase in attacks across both sides. Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, made his first public statement since the conflict began on Wednesday (June 18). In a message aired on national television on Wednesday, he said, “Iran will not surrender,” in response to US President Donald Trump’s call for “unconditional surrender.”

The Israeli Air Force carried out a wave of strikes in western Iran and targeted Iranian ballistic missile infrastructure and Iranian soldiers.

Israel has hit two-thirds of Iran’s missile launchers - How many are left now?

US President Donald Trump on Wednesday (June 18) hinted that he might join Israel in striking Iran, or might not do it, adding that nobody knows what he's going to do.When asked about joining Israeli strikes on Iran in the air, the US president said, "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.He further said that Iran has reached out to the White House and wants to negotiate, stressing that the country has "a lot of trouble".“I can tell you this, Iran’s got a lot of trouble and they want to negotiate. And I said, why didn’t you negotiate with me before all this death and destruction.”<h2>Trump encouraged Netanyahu to attack Iran</h2>Trump said that he encouraged Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to continue his campaign in Iran.“I said: Keep going,” Trump told CNN when questioned about his message to the Israeli leader. "I speak to him every day,” Trump continued. “He’s a good man, doing a lot.”“No. So far, he’s done a good job. He has been treated very unfairly,” Trump said. “He’s a wartime president, and he’s going through this nonsense, it’s ridiculous.”While talking about the war situation, he further said there's a big difference between now and a week ago.“Nothing’s finished until it’s finished. You know, war is very complex. A lot of bad things can happen. A lot of turns are made. So I don’t know. I wouldn’t say that we won anything yet. I would say that we sure as hell made a lot of progress,” he said.He added, “The next week is going to be very big. Maybe less.”

When asked about joining Israeli strikes on Iran in the air, the US president said, "I may do it, I may not do it."

US President Donald Trump on Wednesday (June 18) hinted that he might join Israel in striking Iran, or might not do it, adding that nobody knows what he's going to do. When asked about joining Israeli strikes on Iran in the air, the US president said, "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. He further said that Iran has reached out to the White House and wants to negotiate, stressing that the country has "a lot of trouble". “I can tell you this, Iran’s got a lot of trouble and they want to negotiate. And I said, why didn’t you negotiate with me before all this death and destruction.” Trump encouraged Netanyahu to attack Iran Trump said that he encouraged Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to continue his campaign in Iran. “I said: Keep going,” Trump told CNN when questioned about his message to the Israeli leader. "I speak to him every day,” Trump continued. “He’s a good man, doing a lot.” “No. So far, he’s done a good job. He has been treated very unfairly,” Trump said. “He’s a wartime president, and he’s going through this nonsense, it’s ridiculous.” While talking about the war situation, he further said there's a big difference between now and a week ago. “Nothing’s finished until it’s finished. You know, war is very complex. A lot of bad things can happen. A lot of turns are made. So I don’t know. I wouldn’t say that we won anything yet. I would say that we sure as hell made a lot of progress,” he said. He added, “The next week is going to be very big. Maybe less.”

When asked about joining Israeli strikes on Iran in the air, the US president said, "I may do it, I may not do it."

'Patience running out, I may do it or...': Trump hints at joining Israel in attacking Iran amid escalating war

The Israel Defence Forces (IDF) on Sunday (June 15) confirmed that the Air Force bombed an Iranian refuelling plane at Mashhad Airport in northeast Iran, calling it the “most distant strike” since the beginning of the operation.&nbsp;&nbsp;The Israeli Air Force attacked the refuelling plane at the airport, located some 2,300 kilometres from Israel.&nbsp;&nbsp;“The Air Force is working to achieve air superiority throughout Iran,” the military said.&nbsp;According to the visuals being shared on social media, a large fire could be seen at Mashhad Airport after the Israeli strike.&nbsp;<h2>Watch video HERE&nbsp;</h2>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">The runway of Mashhad Airport is being targeted by Israel. Important to note that Mashhad is a pilgrims city with no relevant military infrastructure. <a href="https://t.co/dAGTgxcgZY">pic.twitter.com/dAGTgxcgZY</a>&mdash; MedManOG (@MedManOG) <a href="https://twitter.com/MedManOG/status/1934268188188938695?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 15, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

The Israeli strike on the airport marks its first-ever farthest strike. Notably, the IAF struck the headquarters of the Palestine Liberation Organisation in Tunisia, in 1985, which was over 2,000 kilometres from Israel.&nbsp;&nbsp;Earlier today, IDF Chief of Staff Lt Gen Eyal Zamir said that the Israeli Air Force is attacking Iran’s “infrastructure and nuclear program in a precise and extensive manner, beyond what the enemy anticipated.”&nbsp;“The offensive operations we are conducting in Iran are transforming Israel’s strategic reality. We are removing an existential threat and reinforcing our security,” Zamir said.&nbsp;&nbsp;The IDF has completed paving the way to Iran and is now striking the regime’s infrastructure and nuclear program in a precise and extensive manner, he said.&nbsp;&nbsp;On Sunday, Defence Ministry Director Amir Baram held a high-level security assessment with heads of Israel’s leading defence industries.&nbsp;&nbsp;He further called for an accelerated pace of weapons production in the wake of the Iranian missile threat.&nbsp;&nbsp;He lauded the role of Israeli technology in recent strikes and in foiling Iranian ballistic missile barrages, saying that such operations “would not have been possible without groundbreaking technology developed over the years.”&nbsp;Baram also stressed the need to boost industrial capacity and fast-track the development of next-generation defense systems.

The Israeli Air Force attacked the refuelling plane at the airport, located some 2,300 kilometres from Israel. 

The Israel Defence Forces (IDF) on Sunday (June 15) confirmed that the Air Force bombed an Iranian refuelling plane at Mashhad Airport in northeast Iran, calling it the “most distant strike” since the beginning of the operation. The Israeli Air Force attacked the refuelling plane at the airport, located some 2,300 kilometres from Israel. “The Air Force is working to achieve air superiority throughout Iran,” the military said. According to the visuals being shared on social media, a large fire could be seen at Mashhad Airport after the Israeli strike. Watch video HERE

The Israeli Air Force attacked the refuelling plane at the airport, located some 2,300 kilometres from Israel.&nbsp;

'Most distant strike': Israeli Air Force bombs Iranian plane at Mashhad Airport in Iran - WATCH

Israel-Iran war: As the war between the two nations escalates, people are rushing to save their lives. However, Iran’s capital Tehran does not have bomb shelters, the Chairman of Tehran’s City Council said.&nbsp;Chairman Mehdi Chamran said that Iran should start working on having shelters now as Israel continues to attack Iranian nuclear facilities and other targets.&nbsp;“Unfortunately, we in Tehran and in our other cities do not have shelters,” Chamran said Sunday. “We must work on having shelters now; we can use the plans we had before.”He further said that the casualty figures in Israel are lower as they have many bomb shelters and regular drills for potential incoming attacks.&nbsp;Meanwhile, in Iran, there are no shelters and people go into basements for safety.&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/solid-evidence-against-us-iran-s-foreign-minister-accuses-america-of-supporting-israeli-attacks-here-s-what-he-said-1749992152278">Also read: 'Iran has SOLID EVIDENCE against US': Foreign minister accuses America of supporting Israeli attacks - Here's what he said</a>&nbsp;“In Tehran, there weren’t any shelters, people went into basements,” he said, adding that the metro can be used as a shelter “in extreme crisis” but that “we would need to shut the system down.”“We could prepare underground parking lots as well, similar to when Saddam bombed us,” Chamran said, referring to the war of the 1980s.Moreover, government spokesperson Fatemah Mohajerani said that the Iranians can seek shelter in mosques, schools and subway systems during Israeli attacks.&nbsp;&nbsp;Earlier, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu warned that Israel would strike every site and every target of the Ayatollah’s regime.&nbsp;Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said that Tehran does not want conflict with Israel to expand to a wider regional war “unless it’s imposed on us.”“It is absolutely clear that the Israeli regime does not want any agreement on the nuclear issue; it does not want negotiations, and it does not want diplomacy,” Araghchi said in a meeting with foreign ambassadors broadcast on state-run media.&nbsp;

Iran should start working on having shelters now as Israel continues to attack Iranian nuclear facilities and other targets. 

Israel-Iran war: As the war between the two nations escalates, people are rushing to save their lives. However, Iran’s capital Tehran does not have bomb shelters, the Chairman of Tehran’s City Council said. Chairman Mehdi Chamran said that Iran should start working on having shelters now as Israel continues to attack Iranian nuclear facilities and other targets. “Unfortunately, we in Tehran and in our other cities do not have shelters,” Chamran said Sunday. “We must work on having shelters now; we can use the plans we had before.” He further said that the casualty figures in Israel are lower as they have many bomb shelters and regular drills for potential incoming attacks. Meanwhile, in Iran, there are no shelters and people go into basements for safety. Also read: 'Iran has SOLID EVIDENCE against US': Foreign minister accuses America of supporting Israeli attacks - Here's what he said “In Tehran, there weren’t any shelters, people went into basements,” he said, adding that the metro can be used as a shelter “in extreme crisis” but that “we would need to shut the system down.” “We could prepare underground parking lots as well, similar to when Saddam bombed us,” Chamran said, referring to the war of the 1980s. Moreover, government spokesperson Fatemah Mohajerani said that the Iranians can seek shelter in mosques, schools and subway systems during Israeli attacks. Earlier, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu warned that Israel would strike every site and every target of the Ayatollah’s regime. Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said that Tehran does not want conflict with Israel to expand to a wider regional war “unless it’s imposed on us.” “It is absolutely clear that the Israeli regime does not want any agreement on the nuclear issue; it does not want negotiations, and it does not want diplomacy,” Araghchi said in a meeting with foreign ambassadors broadcast on state-run media.

Iran should start working on having shelters now as Israel continues to attack Iranian nuclear facilities and other targets.&nbsp;

Iran doesn't have bomb shelters - Here's how it is planning to protect civilians against Israel's attack

Amid the escalating tensions in the Middle East between Iran and Israel, Israel Defence Force (IDF) Spokesperson Brigadier General Effie Defrin confirmed on Sunday (June 15) that the Israeli Air Force conducted an airstrike in Yemen overnight.&nbsp;&nbsp;The strike’s target in Yemen was Muhammad Al-Ghamari, the military chief of staff of the Houthi forces, the Israeli officials said. However, the results of the attack have not yet been disclosed, according to a report by Times of Israel.&nbsp;&nbsp;While addressing a press briefing, Defrin said, “Last night, while the strikes in Iran were ongoing, air force fighter jets flew over 2,000 kilometers from Israel and struck Sanaa in Yemen. We will update later on the results of the strike.”<h2>US and UN action against Al-Ghamari in 2021</h2>Earlier in May 2021, the US Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) took action against Muhammad Abd Al-Karim al-Ghamari, responsible for orchestrating attacks by Houthi forces impacting Yemeni civilians.&nbsp;&nbsp;In a press release, the OFAC at the time had said, “He has most recently taken charge of the large-scale Houthi offensive against Yemeni government-held territory in Marib province. Humanitarians have warned that the Marib offensive is contributing to a tipping point in Yemen’s humanitarian crisis, as it puts approximately one million already vulnerable internally displaced people (IDP) at risk, threatens to overwhelm an already stretched humanitarian response, and is triggering broader escalation.”&nbsp;In November 2021, the United Nations listed him for his involvement in and leadership of Houthi military campaigns that threatened Yemen's peace, security, and stability.&nbsp;&nbsp;“Al-Ghamari, as Houthi Military Chief of General Staff, plays the leading role in orchestrating the Houthis’ military efforts that are directly threatening the peace, security and stability of Yemen, as well as cross-border attacks against Saudi Arabia. He most recently took charge of the large-scale Houthi offensive against Yemeni government-held territory in Marib governorate. The Marib offensive is exacerbating Yemen’s humanitarian crisis, as it puts approximately one million vulnerable internally displaced people at risk of being displaced yet again, lead to the deaths of civilians, and is triggering broader escalation of the conflict,” the UN had said in the statement.&nbsp;Backed by Iran, the Houthis are also known as Ansar Allah. They are a Zaydi Shia rebel group from Yemen. They gained power during Yemen’s civil war and captured the capital, Sanaa, in 2014.&nbsp;

Amid the escalating tensions in the Middle East between Iran and Israel, Israel Defence Force (IDF) Spokesperson Brigadier General Effie Defrin confirmed on Sunday (June 15) that the Israeli Air Force conducted an airstrike in Yemen overnight.

Amid the escalating tensions in the Middle East between Iran and Israel, Israel Defence Force (IDF) Spokesperson Brigadier General Effie Defrin confirmed on Sunday (June 15) that the Israeli Air Force conducted an airstrike in Yemen overnight. The strike’s target in Yemen was Muhammad Al-Ghamari, the military chief of staff of the Houthi forces, the Israeli officials said. However, the results of the attack have not yet been disclosed, according to a report by Times of Israel. While addressing a press briefing, Defrin said, “Last night, while the strikes in Iran were ongoing, air force fighter jets flew over 2,000 kilometers from Israel and struck Sanaa in Yemen. We will update later on the results of the strike.” US and UN action against Al-Ghamari in 2021 Earlier in May 2021, the US Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) took action against Muhammad Abd Al-Karim al-Ghamari, responsible for orchestrating attacks by Houthi forces impacting Yemeni civilians. In a press release, the OFAC at the time had said, “He has most recently taken charge of the large-scale Houthi offensive against Yemeni government-held territory in Marib province. Humanitarians have warned that the Marib offensive is contributing to a tipping point in Yemen’s humanitarian crisis, as it puts approximately one million already vulnerable internally displaced people (IDP) at risk, threatens to overwhelm an already stretched humanitarian response, and is triggering broader escalation.” In November 2021, the United Nations listed him for his involvement in and leadership of Houthi military campaigns that threatened Yemen's peace, security, and stability. “Al-Ghamari, as Houthi Military Chief of General Staff, plays the leading role in orchestrating the Houthis’ military efforts that are directly threatening the peace, security and stability of Yemen, as well as cross-border attacks against Saudi Arabia. He most recently took charge of the large-scale Houthi offensive against Yemeni government-held territory in Marib governorate. The Marib offensive is exacerbating Yemen’s humanitarian crisis, as it puts approximately one million vulnerable internally displaced people at risk of being displaced yet again, lead to the deaths of civilians, and is triggering broader escalation of the conflict,” the UN had said in the statement. Backed by Iran, the Houthis are also known as Ansar Allah. They are a Zaydi Shia rebel group from Yemen. They gained power during Yemen’s civil war and captured the capital, Sanaa, in 2014.

Amid the escalating tensions in the Middle East between Iran and Israel, Israel Defence Force (IDF) Spokesperson Brigadier General Effie Defrin confirmed on Sunday (June 15) that the Israeli Air Force conducted an airstrike in Yemen overnight.

Israel confirms airstrike in Yemen targeting Houthi military chief

Founded in 1882 by Russian-Jewish immigrants, Rishon Lezion is one of the largest cities in Israel and lies on the Judaean Plain southeast of Tel Aviv–Yafo.

Founded in 1882 by Russian-Jewish immigrants, Rishon Lezion is one of the largest cities in Israel and lies on the Judaean Plain southeast of Tel Aviv–Yafo.

Israel's Rishon Lezion reels after Iran's retaliatory strikes; drone images reveal widespread destruction

Devastating scenes unfolded in Tel Aviv as residents grappled with the aftermath of Iran's retaliatory strikes, which pummeled the city on Friday (June 14). Residents described the scene as ‘horrific — shattered glass, and darkness everywhere’.&nbsp;Two residents of a Tel Aviv apartment building hit by Iran's strikes shared their firsthand accounts of the devastating aftermath.&nbsp;A resident said, “We came home. We saw glass everywhere. We saw the apartment completely fried. The whole building is starting to fall apart. There’s no electricity in the building. There’s still people stuck in their apartments, he was quoted saying to American media outlet CNN.&nbsp;The resident further said that he remains uncertain about the building's situation, while another resident, his cousin, said he will look for a family to stay with for the night along with their dog.<h2>‘Life will become bitter’: Iranian supreme leader's warning&nbsp;</h2>Following retaliatory strikes against Israel, Iran's supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, vowed severe consequences for Israel, saying that, “The Zionist regime will not escape safely from the heinous crime they’ve committed. Life will definitely become bitter for the Zionists. The Zionist regime has made a big mistake, a grave error, and committed a reckless act. By God’s grace, the consequences of this will bring that regime to ruin.”&nbsp;<h2>Israelis running to shelter</h2>Notably, loud explosions rocked Tel Aviv on Saturday morning (June 14) as Israel confirmed that multiple missiles had been launched from Iran towards its territory. Huge plumes of smoke were seen rising above the city skyline, but it remains unclear whether the smoke was caused by direct hits or from Israeli interceptions.&nbsp;“All of Israel is under fire,” said the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) in a statement. The military added that its air defence systems were active and working to intercept incoming threats.&nbsp;People across Israel were urged to seek shelter. “Enter a protected space and remain there until further notice,” the IDF warned, citing ongoing risks.&nbsp;In another statement posted on X, IDF said, “We would rather not be tweeting the same thing many times in a day, but millions of Israelis keep running to shelter as Iran keeps shooting more ballistic missiles at Israel.”&nbsp;The Israeli Air Force (IAF) also confirmed the missile threat on X, “A short time ago, alerts were activated in several areas across the country following the detection of missiles launched from Iran toward Israeli territory. At this time, the Air Force is operating to intercept and strike wherever necessary to neutralise the threat.”&nbsp;The statement added that the defence system “is not hermetic,” and stressed the importance of following safety instructions issued by the Home Front Command.&nbsp;The escalation comes after Israel launched a major military operation in Iran. On Friday, Israeli jets carried out widespread airstrikes targeting Iran’s nuclear and military infrastructure. The strikes were part of what Israel called a “preemptive” campaign.&nbsp;According to Israeli officials, the strikes resulted in the deaths of top Iranian figures, including Armed Forces Chief of Staff Mohammad Bagheri, Revolutionary Guards head Hossein Salami, and Supreme Leader adviser Ali Shamkhani.&nbsp;Iran confirmed the deaths and called the strikes a “declaration of war.” The Iranian government has urged the United Nations Security Council to take immediate action in response.

Speaking to CNN, one resident said, “We came home. We saw glass everywhere. We saw the apartment completely fried. The whole building is starting to fall apart. There’s no electricity in the building. There’s still people stuck in their apartments.”



Devastating scenes unfolded in Tel Aviv as residents grappled with the aftermath of Iran's retaliatory strikes, which pummeled the city on Friday (June 14). Residents described the scene as ‘horrific — shattered glass, and darkness everywhere’. Two residents of a Tel Aviv apartment building hit by Iran's strikes shared their firsthand accounts of the devastating aftermath. A resident said, “We came home. We saw glass everywhere. We saw the apartment completely fried. The whole building is starting to fall apart. There’s no electricity in the building. There’s still people stuck in their apartments, he was quoted saying to American media outlet CNN. The resident further said that he remains uncertain about the building's situation, while another resident, his cousin, said he will look for a family to stay with for the night along with their dog. ‘Life will become bitter’: Iranian supreme leader's warning Following retaliatory strikes against Israel, Iran's supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, vowed severe consequences for Israel, saying that, “The Zionist regime will not escape safely from the heinous crime they’ve committed. Life will definitely become bitter for the Zionists. The Zionist regime has made a big mistake, a grave error, and committed a reckless act. By God’s grace, the consequences of this will bring that regime to ruin.” Israelis running to shelter Notably, loud explosions rocked Tel Aviv on Saturday morning (June 14) as Israel confirmed that multiple missiles had been launched from Iran towards its territory. Huge plumes of smoke were seen rising above the city skyline, but it remains unclear whether the smoke was caused by direct hits or from Israeli interceptions. “All of Israel is under fire,” said the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) in a statement. The military added that its air defence systems were active and working to intercept incoming threats. People across Israel were urged to seek shelter. “Enter a protected space and remain there until further notice,” the IDF warned, citing ongoing risks. In another statement posted on X, IDF said, “We would rather not be tweeting the same thing many times in a day, but millions of Israelis keep running to shelter as Iran keeps shooting more ballistic missiles at Israel.” The Israeli Air Force (IAF) also confirmed the missile threat on X, “A short time ago, alerts were activated in several areas across the country following the detection of missiles launched from Iran toward Israeli territory. At this time, the Air Force is operating to intercept and strike wherever necessary to neutralise the threat.” The statement added that the defence system “is not hermetic,” and stressed the importance of following safety instructions issued by the Home Front Command. The escalation comes after Israel launched a major military operation in Iran. On Friday, Israeli jets carried out widespread airstrikes targeting Iran’s nuclear and military infrastructure. The strikes were part of what Israel called a “preemptive” campaign. According to Israeli officials, the strikes resulted in the deaths of top Iranian figures, including Armed Forces Chief of Staff Mohammad Bagheri, Revolutionary Guards head Hossein Salami, and Supreme Leader adviser Ali Shamkhani. Iran confirmed the deaths and called the strikes a “declaration of war.” The Iranian government has urged the United Nations Security Council to take immediate action in response.

A resident said, “At home, we saw glass everywhere. The apartment was completely fried. The whole building started to fall apart. There are still people stuck in their apartments.”

‘Glass everywhere, whole building started to fall apart’: Tel Aviv residents recall devastating aftermath of Iran's retaliatory strikes

After Iran began retaliatory attacks in Iran following Operation Rising Lion, two Israelis have been dead in Iran's ballistic missile attack, including one woman who died in the Israeli city of Ramat Gan.The woman died after a weapon fragment fell to the ground in the Ramat Gan after Iran's ballistic missile attack. She was critically injured and later succumbed to her injuries, according to The Times of Israel.After the report of first fatality, another person was declared dead after Iranian missile directly impacted residential buildings in Rishon Lezion, in central Israel.&nbsp;According to Sheba Medical Centre, 43 injured people from the overnight barrages are being treated, while 23 people have been released.&nbsp;Iranian forces launched two dozens of missiles toward Israel overnight as the conflict between the two nations escalated.While, Israeli strikes on Iran under Operation Rising Lion killed at least 78 people, including senior military officials. More than 320 people were injured, most of them civilians, according to Iran’s UN envoy Amir Saeid Iravani.The operation targeted Iranian nuclear and military infrastructure, killing several high-ranking officers, including Major General Mohammad Bagheri and Major General Hossein Salami.As the war intensified, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu took shelter, along with Defence Minister Israel Katz, and are inside a bunker, assessing the situation.Meanwhile, a senior Iranian official has warned that Iran will escalate its attacks on Israel and may target the regional bases of any country that attempts to defend the Israeli government. Speaking to CNN on Friday, the official said, “Iran reserves the right – under international law, to respond decisively to this regime.”He further warned, “Any country that attempts to defend the regime against Iran’s operations will, in turn, see its regional bases and positions become new targets.”This warning came after reports that the United States and some other regional powers helped Israel intercept Iranian missiles.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-any-country-that-defends-israel-iran-s-stern-warning-to-nations-after-reports-of-us-helping-tel-aviv-intercept-missiles-1749860196485">Also read: ‘Any country that defends Israel…’: Iran’s stern warning to nations after reports of US helping Tel Aviv intercept missiles</a>

The woman died after a weapon fragment fell to the ground in the Ramat Gan after Iran's ballistic missile attack.

After Iran began retaliatory attacks in Iran following Operation Rising Lion, two Israelis have been dead in Iran's ballistic missile attack, including one woman who died in the Israeli city of Ramat Gan. The woman died after a weapon fragment fell to the ground in the Ramat Gan after Iran's ballistic missile attack. She was critically injured and later succumbed to her injuries, according to The Times of Israel. After the report of first fatality, another person was declared dead after Iranian missile directly impacted residential buildings in Rishon Lezion, in central Israel. According to Sheba Medical Centre, 43 injured people from the overnight barrages are being treated, while 23 people have been released. Iranian forces launched two dozens of missiles toward Israel overnight as the conflict between the two nations escalated. While, Israeli strikes on Iran under Operation Rising Lion killed at least 78 people, including senior military officials. More than 320 people were injured, most of them civilians, according to Iran’s UN envoy Amir Saeid Iravani. The operation targeted Iranian nuclear and military infrastructure, killing several high-ranking officers, including Major General Mohammad Bagheri and Major General Hossein Salami. As the war intensified, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu took shelter, along with Defence Minister Israel Katz, and are inside a bunker, assessing the situation. Meanwhile, a senior Iranian official has warned that Iran will escalate its attacks on Israel and may target the regional bases of any country that attempts to defend the Israeli government. Speaking to CNN on Friday, the official said, “Iran reserves the right – under international law, to respond decisively to this regime.” He further warned, “Any country that attempts to defend the regime against Iran’s operations will, in turn, see its regional bases and positions become new targets.” This warning came after reports that the United States and some other regional powers helped Israel intercept Iranian missiles. Also read: ‘Any country that defends Israel…’: Iran’s stern warning to nations after reports of US helping Tel Aviv intercept missiles

The woman died after a weapon fragment fell to the ground in the Ramat Gan after Iran's ballistic missile attack.

Israel-Iran war: Two dead in Iranian missile barrage in Israeli city, several wounded as Tehran continues to attack

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

Hours after Israel launched strikes on Iran's nuclear facilities under "Operation Rising Lion", the US senator stressed that the attack was intended to scuttle the Trump Administration negotiations with Iran.US Senator Chris Murphy said that the attacks risk a regional war that will likely be catastrophic for America."Israel's attack on Iran, clearly intended to scuttle the Trump Administration's negotiations with Iran, risks a regional war that will likely be catastrophic for America and is further evidence of how little respect world powers - including our own allies - have for President Trump," Murphy said in a post on X.He then said that Iran would not be this close to possessing a nuclear weapon if Trump and Prime Minister Netanyahu had not forced America out of the nuclear agreement with Iran, stressing that it had brought Europe, Russia, and China together behind the US to successfully contain Iran’s nuclear ambitions."This is a disaster of Trump and Netanyahu's own making, and now the region risks spiraling toward a new, deadly conflict," the US senator said. &nbsp;He stressed that the war would likely be disastrous for the security of Israel and the US."A war between Israel and Iran may be good for Netanyahu’s domestic politics, but it will likely be disastrous for both the security of Israel, the United States, and the rest of the region," he added.Noting what US State Secretary Marco Rubio said on the attack, Murphy said that the US has no obligation to follow Israel into a war, which America did not even ask for.After decades of warnings against the nuclear program, Israel attacked Iran on Friday morning, launching Operation Rising Lion as it struck Tehran's nuclear sites, military facilities, missile bases, as well as senior leadership.As it launched strikes, Israel announced a domestic state of emergency as the country braces for possible retaliation from Iran.&nbsp;

US Senator Chris Murphy said that the attacks risk a regional war that will likely be catastrophic for America.

Hours after Israel launched strikes on Iran's nuclear facilities under "Operation Rising Lion", the US senator stressed that the attack was intended to scuttle the Trump Administration negotiations with Iran. US Senator Chris Murphy said that the attacks risk a regional war that will likely be catastrophic for America. "Israel's attack on Iran, clearly intended to scuttle the Trump Administration's negotiations with Iran, risks a regional war that will likely be catastrophic for America and is further evidence of how little respect world powers - including our own allies - have for President Trump," Murphy said in a post on X. He then said that Iran would not be this close to possessing a nuclear weapon if Trump and Prime Minister Netanyahu had not forced America out of the nuclear agreement with Iran, stressing that it had brought Europe, Russia, and China together behind the US to successfully contain Iran’s nuclear ambitions. "This is a disaster of Trump and Netanyahu's own making, and now the region risks spiraling toward a new, deadly conflict," the US senator said. He stressed that the war would likely be disastrous for the security of Israel and the US. "A war between Israel and Iran may be good for Netanyahu’s domestic politics, but it will likely be disastrous for both the security of Israel, the United States, and the rest of the region," he added. Noting what US State Secretary Marco Rubio said on the attack, Murphy said that the US has no obligation to follow Israel into a war, which America did not even ask for. After decades of warnings against the nuclear program, Israel attacked Iran on Friday morning, launching Operation Rising Lion as it struck Tehran's nuclear sites, military facilities, missile bases, as well as senior leadership. As it launched strikes, Israel announced a domestic state of emergency as the country braces for possible retaliation from Iran.

US Senator Chris Murphy said that the attacks risk a regional war that will likely be catastrophic for America.

A CATASTROPHE for America? US senator claims Israel's attack on Iran intended to scuttle Trump admin's talks with Tehran

Senior advisor to Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei and former Secretary of the Supreme National Security Council, Ali Shamkhani, was killed in Israeli attack on Iran, Iran's local media reported.As Israel attacked Iran's nuclear facilities on Friday (June 13), it also targeted senior military officials, including the chief of Iran's revolutionary guards.Israel launched "Operation Rising Lion", during which Hossein Salami, Iran’s Revolutionary Guards Chief, Chief of Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces Mohammad Bagheri and the Commander of Iran’s Emergency Command were eliminated.The Israeli Defence Forces confirmed that the military eliminated the "ruthless mass murderers", saying that the "world is a better place without them".Moreover, nuclear scientists were also killed who were working on the Iranian bomb, including Fereydoun Abbasi-Davani and Mohammad Mehdi Tehranchi, according to state media.Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu also confirmed that the Israeli attack targeted Iran's leading nuclear scientists who were working on the Iranian bomb.Civilians have also died in several neighbourhoods in Tehran after residential buildings were hit by Israeli strikes, Iran's IRNA news agency reported.Following the attack, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said that Israel is at a decisive point in its history, adding that the operation will continue as long as is needed until the mission is completed.The Israeli PM stressed that the goal of the operation was to strike Iran's nuclear infrastructure, ballistic missile factories, and military capabilities.Netanyahu added that Iran has enriched enough uranium for nine nuclear bombs, saying that in recent months it took unprecedented steps toward weaponization.“We can’t leave these threats for the next generation,” he continued. “Because if we don’t act now, there will not be another generation. If we don’t act now, we simply won’t be here.”Iranian supreme leader Khamenei has vowed ‘harsh punishment’ for Israel after Friday's attack. "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 centers," Khamenei said in a statement to the Iranian people.&nbsp;

Nuclear scientists were also killed who were working on the Iranian bomb, including Fereydoun Abbasi-Davani and Mohammad Mehdi Tehranchi

Senior advisor to Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei and former Secretary of the Supreme National Security Council, Ali Shamkhani, was killed in Israeli attack on Iran, Iran's local media reported. As Israel attacked Iran's nuclear facilities on Friday (June 13), it also targeted senior military officials, including the chief of Iran's revolutionary guards. Israel launched "Operation Rising Lion", during which Hossein Salami, Iran’s Revolutionary Guards Chief, Chief of Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces Mohammad Bagheri and the Commander of Iran’s Emergency Command were eliminated. The Israeli Defence Forces confirmed that the military eliminated the "ruthless mass murderers", saying that the "world is a better place without them". Moreover, nuclear scientists were also killed who were working on the Iranian bomb, including Fereydoun Abbasi-Davani and Mohammad Mehdi Tehranchi, according to state media. Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu also confirmed that the Israeli attack targeted Iran's leading nuclear scientists who were working on the Iranian bomb. Civilians have also died in several neighbourhoods in Tehran after residential buildings were hit by Israeli strikes, Iran's IRNA news agency reported. Following the attack, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said that Israel is at a decisive point in its history, adding that the operation will continue as long as is needed until the mission is completed. The Israeli PM stressed that the goal of the operation was to strike Iran's nuclear infrastructure, ballistic missile factories, and military capabilities. Netanyahu added that Iran has enriched enough uranium for nine nuclear bombs, saying that in recent months it took unprecedented steps toward weaponization. “We can’t leave these threats for the next generation,” he continued. “Because if we don’t act now, there will not be another generation. If we don’t act now, we simply won’t be here.” Iranian supreme leader Khamenei has vowed ‘harsh punishment’ for Israel after Friday's attack. "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 centers," Khamenei said in a statement to the Iranian people.

Nuclear scientists were also killed who were working on the Iranian bomb, including Fereydoun Abbasi-Davani and Mohammad Mehdi Tehranchi

Israel strikes Iran: Senior advisor to Iran's Supreme Leader Khamenei killed in Operation Rising Lion

After decades of warnings against the nuclear program, Israel attacked Iran on Friday morning, launching Operation Rising Lion as it strike Tehran's nuclear sites, military facilities, missile bases, as well as senior leadership.As it launched strikes, Israel announced a domestic state of emergency as the country braces for possible retaliation from Iran.Israel attacked several sites while eliminating top military officials, including the chief of Iran's revolutionary guards.<h2>Which nuclear sites were attacked?</h2>One of the sites, that was attacked by Israel was the "Natanz enrichment site", Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Iranian state TV confirmed.Natanz enrichment site is one of the two underground nuclear sites in Iran, while the other is Fordo.It is located about 225 km (140 miles) south of the capital, according to Iranian state media.“The IAEA is closely monitoring the deeply concerning situation in Iran. The agency can confirm Natanz site among targets,” Rafael Grossi, chief of the UN nuclear watchdog, said in a post on the agency’s X account.Israeli military hit the Natanz enrichment site "several times", state TV reported following the attack. It further showed footage of heavy smoke billowing from the site.Moreover, Israel’s Mossad spy agency carried out a series of covert sabotage operations "deep" inside Iran against their air defences and missile facilities, Axios reporter told CNN, citing an unnamed senior Israeli official.According to Nuclear Threat Initiative, International Atomic Energy Agency, Iran has several nuclear facilities, including three research facilities in Bonab, Fordow and Tehran, one Uranium enrichment plant in Natanz, two Uranium conversion plant in Arak and Isfahan, and two Uranium mines in Saghdad and Bandar Abbas and a nuclear power plant in Bushehr.<h2>List of officials eliminated</h2>Hossein Salami, Iran’s Revolutionary Guards Chief, was killed in Israel's ‘preemptive strike’ on Iran on early Friday, according to Iranian state media.Chief of Iran’s military, Mohammad Bagheri was also eliminated, according to Iran's semi-official Fars news agency.“We can now confirm that the Chief of staff of the Iranian Armed Forces, Commander of the IRGC and the Commander of Iran’s Emergency Command were all eliminated in the Israeli strikes across Iran by more than 200 fighter jets. These are three ruthless mass murderers with international blood on their hands. The world is a better place without them,” the Israeli Defence Forces said in a post on X.Moreover, top advisor to Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Shamkhani was also injured in an Israeli strike on his residence in Tehran, Iran said.Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu also confirmed that the Israeli attack targeted Iran's leading nuclear scientists who were working on the Iranian bomb.Nuclear scientists Fereydoun Abbasi-Davani and Mohammad Mehdi Tehranchi were killed, state TV reported.Civilians have also died in several neighbourhoods in Tehran after residential buildings were hit by Israeli strikes, Iran's IRNA news agency reported.However, Israel said that only nuclear sites have been attacked.&nbsp;

Israel attacked several sites while eliminating top military officials, including the chief of Iran's revolutionary guards.

After decades of warnings against the nuclear program, Israel attacked Iran on Friday morning, launching Operation Rising Lion as it strike Tehran's nuclear sites, military facilities, missile bases, as well as senior leadership. As it launched strikes, Israel announced a domestic state of emergency as the country braces for possible retaliation from Iran. Israel attacked several sites while eliminating top military officials, including the chief of Iran's revolutionary guards. Which nuclear sites were attacked? One of the sites, that was attacked by Israel was the "Natanz enrichment site", Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Iranian state TV confirmed. Natanz enrichment site is one of the two underground nuclear sites in Iran, while the other is Fordo. It is located about 225 km (140 miles) south of the capital, according to Iranian state media. “The IAEA is closely monitoring the deeply concerning situation in Iran. The agency can confirm Natanz site among targets,” Rafael Grossi, chief of the UN nuclear watchdog, said in a post on the agency’s X account. Israeli military hit the Natanz enrichment site "several times", state TV reported following the attack. It further showed footage of heavy smoke billowing from the site. Moreover, Israel’s Mossad spy agency carried out a series of covert sabotage operations "deep" inside Iran against their air defences and missile facilities, Axios reporter told CNN, citing an unnamed senior Israeli official. According to Nuclear Threat Initiative, International Atomic Energy Agency, Iran has several nuclear facilities, including three research facilities in Bonab, Fordow and Tehran, one Uranium enrichment plant in Natanz, two Uranium conversion plant in Arak and Isfahan, and two Uranium mines in Saghdad and Bandar Abbas and a nuclear power plant in Bushehr. List of officials eliminated Hossein Salami, Iran’s Revolutionary Guards Chief, was killed in Israel's ‘preemptive strike’ on Iran on early Friday, according to Iranian state media. Chief of Iran’s military, Mohammad Bagheri was also eliminated, according to Iran's semi-official Fars news agency. “We can now confirm that the Chief of staff of the Iranian Armed Forces, Commander of the IRGC and the Commander of Iran’s Emergency Command were all eliminated in the Israeli strikes across Iran by more than 200 fighter jets. These are three ruthless mass murderers with international blood on their hands. The world is a better place without them,” the Israeli Defence Forces said in a post on X. Moreover, top advisor to Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Shamkhani was also injured in an Israeli strike on his residence in Tehran, Iran said. Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu also confirmed that the Israeli attack targeted Iran's leading nuclear scientists who were working on the Iranian bomb. Nuclear scientists Fereydoun Abbasi-Davani and Mohammad Mehdi Tehranchi were killed, state TV reported. Civilians have also died in several neighbourhoods in Tehran after residential buildings were hit by Israeli strikes, Iran's IRNA news agency reported. However, Israel said that only nuclear sites have been attacked.

Israel attacked several sites while eliminating top military officials, including the chief of Iran's revolutionary guards.

Israel strikes Iran: What we know about Iran's nuclear facility hit in Operation Rising Lion; List of top military officials killed

Israel launched Operation Rising Lion, a ‘preemptive strike’ on Iran's nuclear facilities on Friday (June 13). Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei warned that Israel would suffer severe consequences after launching deadly attacks. &nbsp;Meanwhile, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived at Ahmedabad Civil Hospital in Gujarat, to meet those injured in the deadly plane crash, that killed 241 people on Thursday.Click on the headlines to read more&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-until-the-mission-is-completed-netanyahu-warns-israeli-operation-will-continue-in-iran-after-it-hits-nuclear-facilities-1749782174379">'Until MISSION is completed': Netanyahu warns Israeli operation will continue in Iran after it hits nuclear facilities</a><figure class="image"><img src="https://cdn1.wionews.com/prod/wion/images/2025/20250613/image-1749782342688.jpg?rect=(0,306,4638,3478)&amp;w=752&amp;h=564&amp;format=webp&amp;quality=medium" alt="'Until MISSION is completed': Netanyahu warns Israeli operation will continue in Iran after it hits nuclear facilities"></figure>Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Friday (June 13) said that Israel is at a decisive point in its history, adding that the operation will continue as long as is needed until the mission is completed. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/live-updates/india-news/live-ahmedabad-plane-crash-pm-modi-arrives-in-gujarat-to-visit-crash-site-1749785090156">Ahmedabad plane crash: PM Modi visits crash site and hospital to meet injured</a><figure class="image"><img src="https://cdn1.wionews.com/prod/wion/images/2025/20250613/image-1749786129428.png?rect=(0,0,1200,900)&amp;w=752&amp;h=564&amp;format=webp&amp;quality=medium" alt="LIVE | Ahmedabad plane crash: PM Modi visits crash site and hospital to meet injured"></figure>PM Modi arrived at Ahmedabad Civil Hospital to meet those injured in the deadly plane crash. The Air India Flight AI 171 from Ahmedabad to London had 242 people on board. Air India confirmed that there are 241 fatalities and only one survivor. The cause of the incident is yet to be officially ascertained.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iranian-leader-khamenei-vows-harsh-punishment-after-israel-strikes-nuclear-facilities-in-tehran-1749784652582">Iranian leader Khamenei vows 'harsh punishment' after Israel strikes nuclear facilities in Tehran</a><img src="https://cdn1.wionews.com/prod/wion/images/2025/20250613/image-1749785146287.png?rect=(0,160,960,720)&amp;w=752&amp;h=564&amp;format=webp&amp;quality=medium" alt="Iranian leader Khamenei vows 'harsh punishment' after Israel strikes nuclear facilities in Tehran">After Israel launched a ‘preemptive strike’ on Iran, Iranian supreme leader Khamenei has vowed ‘harsh punishment’ for Israel after Friday's attack killed several Iranian top commanders and scientists. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/what-is-operation-rising-lion-netanyahu-announces-after-israel-hits-iran-s-heart-of-ballistic-missile-program-1749786153532">What is Operation Rising Lion? Netanyahu announces after Israel hits Iran's 'heart of ballistic missile program'</a> <img src="https://cdn1.wionews.com/prod/wion/images/2025/20250613/image-1749786484067.png?rect=(0,0,1200,900)&amp;w=752&amp;h=564&amp;format=webp&amp;quality=medium" alt="What is Operation Rising Lion? Netanyahu announces after Israel hits Iran's 'heart of ballistic missile program'">Israel launched a targeted military operation in Iran on Friday, targeting its nuclear facilities and striking "at the heart" of Tehran's ballistic missile programme, calling it "Operation Rising Lion". The goal of the operation was to strike Iran's nuclear infrastructure, ballistic missile factories, and military capabilities. New blast heard at key uranium enrichment site in Iran centre: state TV

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Israel launched Operation Rising Lion, a ‘preemptive strike’ on Iran's nuclear facilities on Friday (June 13). Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei warned that Israel would suffer severe consequences after launching deadly attacks. Meanwhile, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived at Ahmedabad Civil Hospital in Gujarat, to meet those injured in the deadly plane crash, that killed 241 people on Thursday. Click on the headlines to read more 'Until MISSION is completed': Netanyahu warns Israeli operation will continue in Iran after it hits nuclear facilities Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Friday (June 13) said that Israel is at a decisive point in its history, adding that the operation will continue as long as is needed until the mission is completed. Ahmedabad plane crash: PM Modi visits crash site and hospital to meet injured PM Modi arrived at Ahmedabad Civil Hospital to meet those injured in the deadly plane crash. The Air India Flight AI 171 from Ahmedabad to London had 242 people on board. Air India confirmed that there are 241 fatalities and only one survivor. The cause of the incident is yet to be officially ascertained. Iranian leader Khamenei vows 'harsh punishment' after Israel strikes nuclear facilities in Tehran After Israel launched a ‘preemptive strike’ on Iran, Iranian supreme leader Khamenei has vowed ‘harsh punishment’ for Israel after Friday's attack killed several Iranian top commanders and scientists. What is Operation Rising Lion? Netanyahu announces after Israel hits Iran's 'heart of ballistic missile program' Israel launched a targeted military operation in Iran on Friday, targeting its nuclear facilities and striking "at the heart" of Tehran's ballistic missile programme, calling it "Operation Rising Lion". The goal of the operation was to strike Iran's nuclear infrastructure, ballistic missile factories, and military capabilities. New blast heard at key uranium enrichment site in Iran centre: state TV

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Morning news brief: Israel targets Iran's nuclear facilities; PM Modi visits plane crash site, and more

Israel launched a targeted military operation in Iran on Friday, targeting its nuclear facilities and striking "at the heart" of Tehran's ballistic missile programme, calling it "Operation Rising Lion".Following the attack, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in an address said that the "Operation Rising Lion" will continue for as many days as needed to remove the threat.Netanyahu said that Israel targeted Iran's main enrichment facility at Natanz, adding that Israel had also hit Iranian nuclear scientists "working on the Iranian bomb."<h2>What is Operation Rising Lion?</h2>The Operation announced by the Israeli PM on Friday was aimed to roll back the Iranian threat to Israel's very survival.Netanyahu said that the goal of the operation was to strike Iran's nuclear infrastructure, ballistic missile factories, and military capabilities.“We can’t leave these threats for the next generation,” Netanyahu said, adding, “Because if we don’t act now, there will not be another generation. If we don’t act now, we simply won’t be here.”As Iran planned to produce 20,000 such missiles within six years, Israel is operating to remove them as well, Netanyahu said as he announced "Operation Rising Lion".This was just the first stage of strikes, according to the Israeli military. The initial strikes included attacks on dozens of military targets, including nuclear targets in different areas of Iran.The IDF has been conducting a lengthy process of assessments and preparations for the campaign at the front and in the rear.Meanwhile, Israel’s ambassador to the United Nations, Danny Danon said, Israel launched Operation “Rising Lion” against Iran’s nuclear and missile infrastructure with the aim of eliminating an existential and immediate threat to the citizens of Israel and the entire world.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-until-the-mission-is-completed-netanyahu-warns-israeli-operation-will-continue-in-iran-after-it-hits-nuclear-facilities-1749782174379">Also read: 'Until MISSION is completed': Netanyahu warns Israeli operation will continue in Iran after it hits nuclear facilities</a>

 Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in an address said that the "Operation Rising Lion" will continue for as many days as needed to remove the threat.

Israel launched a targeted military operation in Iran on Friday, targeting its nuclear facilities and striking "at the heart" of Tehran's ballistic missile programme, calling it "Operation Rising Lion". Following the attack, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in an address said that the "Operation Rising Lion" will continue for as many days as needed to remove the threat. Netanyahu said that Israel targeted Iran's main enrichment facility at Natanz, adding that Israel had also hit Iranian nuclear scientists "working on the Iranian bomb." What is Operation Rising Lion? The Operation announced by the Israeli PM on Friday was aimed to roll back the Iranian threat to Israel's very survival. Netanyahu said that the goal of the operation was to strike Iran's nuclear infrastructure, ballistic missile factories, and military capabilities. “We can’t leave these threats for the next generation,” Netanyahu said, adding, “Because if we don’t act now, there will not be another generation. If we don’t act now, we simply won’t be here.” As Iran planned to produce 20,000 such missiles within six years, Israel is operating to remove them as well, Netanyahu said as he announced "Operation Rising Lion". This was just the first stage of strikes, according to the Israeli military. The initial strikes included attacks on dozens of military targets, including nuclear targets in different areas of Iran. The IDF has been conducting a lengthy process of assessments and preparations for the campaign at the front and in the rear. Meanwhile, Israel’s ambassador to the United Nations, Danny Danon said, Israel launched Operation “Rising Lion” against Iran’s nuclear and missile infrastructure with the aim of eliminating an existential and immediate threat to the citizens of Israel and the entire world. Also read: 'Until MISSION is completed': Netanyahu warns Israeli operation will continue in Iran after it hits nuclear facilities

&nbsp;Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in an address said that the "Operation Rising Lion" will continue for as many days as needed to remove the threat.

What is Operation Rising Lion? Netanyahu announces after Israel hits Iran's 'heart of ballistic missile program'

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Friday (June 13) said that Israel is at a decisive point in its history, adding that the operation will continue as long as is needed until the mission is completed.Netanyahu commended the pilots, saying “Our brave pilots are attacking a large number of targets across Iran."<h2>Goal of operation</h2>The Israeli PM stressed that the goal of the operation is to strike Iran's nuclear infrastructure, ballistic missile factories, and military capabilities.The goal of the operation is "to strike Iran’s nuclear infrastructure, Iran’s ballistic missile factories, and Iran’s military capabilities.”He warned that Iran “has significant capabilities to harm us. We prepared for that as well."Netanyahu added that Iran has enriched enough uranium for nine nuclear bombs, saying that in recent months it took unprecedented steps toward weaponization.Iran has also built “a massive store” of ballistic missiles, he said, adding, “These missiles reach Israel from Iran within minutes. Each one carries a ton of explosives.”Iran planned to produce 20,000 such missiles within six years, Netanyahu stressed. “Therefore we are operating to remove [them] as well."“We can’t leave these threats for the next generation,” he continued. “Because if we don’t act now, there will not be another generation. If we don’t act now, we simply won’t be here.”Netanyahu said that we have internalised the lessons of history, adding, “When an enemy says he intends to destroy you — believe him. When the enemy develops the capabilities to destroy you — stop him.”<h2>Netanyahu thanks Trump</h2>The Israeli PM thanked US President Donald Trump for "his steadfast stance". “Time and again, he made it clear: Iran must never be allowed to obtain nuclear weapons,” Netanyahu said in his video statement.“I thank him for his consistent support of our country throughout all the years of his presidency.”While addressing the Iranian people, he said, "We do not hate you. You are not our enemies. We have a common enemy: a tyrannical regime that tramples you.”He stressed that the regime has "robbed you of the chance for a good life," further arguing that Israel is defending the Middle East and Israel's regional partners.“We are defending the free world from the terrorism and barbarism that Iran fosters and exports across the globe,” he said.&nbsp; &nbsp;

The Israeli PM stressed that the goal of the operation is to strike Iran's nuclear infrastructure, ballistic missile factories, and military capabilities.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Friday (June 13) said that Israel is at a decisive point in its history, adding that the operation will continue as long as is needed until the mission is completed. Netanyahu commended the pilots, saying “Our brave pilots are attacking a large number of targets across Iran." Goal of operation The Israeli PM stressed that the goal of the operation is to strike Iran's nuclear infrastructure, ballistic missile factories, and military capabilities. The goal of the operation is "to strike Iran’s nuclear infrastructure, Iran’s ballistic missile factories, and Iran’s military capabilities.” He warned that Iran “has significant capabilities to harm us. We prepared for that as well." Netanyahu added that Iran has enriched enough uranium for nine nuclear bombs, saying that in recent months it took unprecedented steps toward weaponization. Iran has also built “a massive store” of ballistic missiles, he said, adding, “These missiles reach Israel from Iran within minutes. Each one carries a ton of explosives.” Iran planned to produce 20,000 such missiles within six years, Netanyahu stressed. “Therefore we are operating to remove [them] as well." “We can’t leave these threats for the next generation,” he continued. “Because if we don’t act now, there will not be another generation. If we don’t act now, we simply won’t be here.” Netanyahu said that we have internalised the lessons of history, adding, “When an enemy says he intends to destroy you — believe him. When the enemy develops the capabilities to destroy you — stop him.” Netanyahu thanks Trump The Israeli PM thanked US President Donald Trump for "his steadfast stance". “Time and again, he made it clear: Iran must never be allowed to obtain nuclear weapons,” Netanyahu said in his video statement. “I thank him for his consistent support of our country throughout all the years of his presidency.” While addressing the Iranian people, he said, "We do not hate you. You are not our enemies. We have a common enemy: a tyrannical regime that tramples you.” He stressed that the regime has "robbed you of the chance for a good life," further arguing that Israel is defending the Middle East and Israel's regional partners. “We are defending the free world from the terrorism and barbarism that Iran fosters and exports across the globe,” he said.

The Israeli PM stressed that the goal of the operation is to strike Iran's nuclear infrastructure, ballistic missile factories, and military capabilities.

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