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In an exclusive interview amid his country’s military operation against Iran, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu told Fox News anchor Bret Baier on Sunday, that Israel successfully eliminated Iran’s chief intelligence officer and his deputy in Tehran “just moments ago,” marking a major escalation in Israel’s war with the Islamic Republic.&nbsp;“I can inform you, Bret, that moments ago we also got the chief intelligence officer and his deputy in Tehran,” Netanyahu said, delivering the news live during the exclusive interview, part of Fox News’ ‘Special Report’.&nbsp;Netanyahu did not share more details, but his statement confirmed reports of fresh Israeli strikes deep within Iranian territory following Iran’s continued missile attacks on Israeli cities.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">&quot;I can inform you Bret, that moments ago we also got the chief intelligence officer and his deputy in Tehran...&quot; <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/SpecialReport?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#SpecialReport</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/FoxNews?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#FoxNews</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Israel?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Israel</a> <a href="https://t.co/QkEuvgIQRT">pic.twitter.com/QkEuvgIQRT</a>&mdash; Bret Baier (@BretBaier) <a href="https://twitter.com/BretBaier/status/1934288940732706972?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 15, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

The interview is Netanyahu’s first since Israel launched preemptive strikes on Iran’s nuclear sites on Friday that led to retaliatory attacks by Iran and its proxies.Israel launched airstrikes on Iran’s nuclear facilities, military infrastructure, and senior military and civilian leaders on Friday. Iran has been retaliating with a large-scale ballistic missile attack on Israeli cities, but most of the projectiles were thwarted.&nbsp;Baier also asked Netanyahu about reports that Iran had attempted to assassinate former President Donald Trump. Netanyahu confirmed that “Trump is enemy number one” in the eyes of the Iranian regime.&nbsp;He also said that Israel shared intelligence with him directly ahead of the strikes. “I let President Trump know our plans before the operation began,” he said.&nbsp;The Israeli PM told Fox News that the international community must realize that peace in the region is impossible so long as Tehran continues its march toward nuclear weapons.Replying to a question on Gaza and the fate of the remaining hostages still held there by Hamas, Netanyahu said, “We have a moral obligation to bring everyone home. The return of the hostages is our top priority.”&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Israeli Prime Minister <a href="https://twitter.com/netanyahu?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@netanyahu</a> on the situation in <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Gaza?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Gaza</a>, the remaining hostages, and the future of Gaza and the Palestinians <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/FoxNews?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#FoxNews</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/SpecialReport?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#SpecialReport</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Israel?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Israel</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Gaza?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Gaza</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Palestine?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Palestine</a> <a href="https://t.co/7tPKVe5Wib">pic.twitter.com/7tPKVe5Wib</a>&mdash; Bret Baier (@BretBaier) <a href="https://twitter.com/BretBaier/status/1934290720468386169?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 15, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Speaking about the future of Gaza and the Palestinian people, Netanyahu said that Israel is committed to defeating Hamas but not to permanent occupation.&nbsp;&nbsp;“We seek security control to prevent terror—not civil governance,” Netanyahu stressed.“Ultimately, we want a different future for the Palestinians, one free from Hamas tyranny.”&nbsp;Netanyahu also pushed back on mounting criticism of Israel’s tactics, saying, “We are not fighting the Palestinian people—we are fighting a genocidal terrorist organisation that started this war on October 7.” “The world should know,” Netanyahu told Baier, “this war was not our choice—but it is our responsibility. And we will win.”

Speaking about the future of Gaza and the Palestinian people, Netanyahu said that Israel is committed to defeating Hamas but not to permanent occupation. “We seek security control to prevent terror—not civil governance,” Netanyahu stressed. 

In an exclusive interview amid his country’s military operation against Iran, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu told Fox News anchor Bret Baier on Sunday, that Israel successfully eliminated Iran’s chief intelligence officer and his deputy in Tehran “just moments ago,” marking a major escalation in Israel’s war with the Islamic Republic. “I can inform you, Bret, that moments ago we also got the chief intelligence officer and his deputy in Tehran,” Netanyahu said, delivering the news live during the exclusive interview, part of Fox News’ ‘Special Report’. Netanyahu did not share more details, but his statement confirmed reports of fresh Israeli strikes deep within Iranian territory following Iran’s continued missile attacks on Israeli cities.

Speaking about the future of Gaza and the Palestinian people, Netanyahu said that Israel is committed to defeating Hamas but not to permanent occupation. “We seek security control to prevent terror—not civil governance,” Netanyahu stressed.&nbsp;

Netanyahu confirms elimination of top Iranian intelligence chief, his deputy during live interview

US President Donald Trump blocked an Israeli plan to kill Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in the last two days, Reuters reported citing two US officials.&nbsp;&nbsp;The officials, on the condition of anonymity, said that the Israeli forces were planning to kill the Iranian leader, but Trump vetoed it.&nbsp;&nbsp;“Have the Iranians killed an American yet? No. Until they do we’re not even talking about going after the political leadership," a senior US administration official said.&nbsp;&nbsp;Since the war began between Israel and Iran, Trump has been in constant contact with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.&nbsp;&nbsp;On Sunday, during an interview, Fox News host asked Israeli PM Netanyahu about the report, to which, he responded that he’s not going to get into that.&nbsp;&nbsp;He also said that Israel does what it needs to do, adding that the US knows what is good for them.&nbsp;&nbsp;There are so many false reports of conversations that never happened, and I'm not going to get into that. But I can tell you, I think that we do what we need to do, we'll do what we need to do. And I think the United States knows what is good for the United States,” the Israeli PM said.&nbsp;&nbsp;Netanyahu also said that the change of regime in Iran could be a result of Israel’s military strikes on Tehran.&nbsp;&nbsp;He also suggested that Israel has killed Iran's intelligence chief Mohammad Kazemi in an aerial attack, as the arch-foes ramp up their conflict.&nbsp;"Moments ago, we also got the chief intelligence officer and his deputy in Tehran," Netanyahu told Fox News, adding, "Our brave pilots are over the skies of Tehran, and we're targeting military sites, nuclear sites."&nbsp;During the interview, Netanyahu also claimed that Iran tried to assassinate US President Donald Trump twice, adding that he is their “number one enemy”.&nbsp;"Do you want these people to have nuclear weapons and the means to deliver them to your cities?" the Israeli PM said. "Of course not. "So we're defending ourselves, but we're also defending the world."&nbsp;Further, he also said that Iran tried to kill him too, calling himself Trump’s junior partner.

The officials, on the condition of anonymity, said that the Israeli forces were planning to kill the Iranian leader, but Trump vetoed it.

US President Donald Trump blocked an Israeli plan to kill Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in the last two days, Reuters reported citing two US officials. The officials, on the condition of anonymity, said that the Israeli forces were planning to kill the Iranian leader, but Trump vetoed it. “Have the Iranians killed an American yet? No. Until they do we’re not even talking about going after the political leadership," a senior US administration official said. Since the war began between Israel and Iran, Trump has been in constant contact with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. On Sunday, during an interview, Fox News host asked Israeli PM Netanyahu about the report, to which, he responded that he’s not going to get into that. He also said that Israel does what it needs to do, adding that the US knows what is good for them. There are so many false reports of conversations that never happened, and I'm not going to get into that. But I can tell you, I think that we do what we need to do, we'll do what we need to do. And I think the United States knows what is good for the United States,” the Israeli PM said. Netanyahu also said that the change of regime in Iran could be a result of Israel’s military strikes on Tehran. He also suggested that Israel has killed Iran's intelligence chief Mohammad Kazemi in an aerial attack, as the arch-foes ramp up their conflict. "Moments ago, we also got the chief intelligence officer and his deputy in Tehran," Netanyahu told Fox News, adding, "Our brave pilots are over the skies of Tehran, and we're targeting military sites, nuclear sites." During the interview, Netanyahu also claimed that Iran tried to assassinate US President Donald Trump twice, adding that he is their “number one enemy”. "Do you want these people to have nuclear weapons and the means to deliver them to your cities?" the Israeli PM said. "Of course not. "So we're defending ourselves, but we're also defending the world." Further, he also said that Iran tried to kill him too, calling himself Trump’s junior partner.

The officials, on the condition of anonymity, said that the Israeli forces were planning to kill the Iranian leader, but Trump vetoed it.

Israel tried to kill Iranian leader, but Trump intervened - Here's what Netanyahu said about it

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Sunday (June 15) said that Iran tried to assassinate US President Donald Trump twice, adding that he is their “number one enemy”.&nbsp;&nbsp;During an interview with Fox News host Bret Baier, Netanyahu said that we are defending ourselves, but also defending the world.&nbsp;&nbsp;"These people who chant death to America tried to assassinate President Trump twice, killed 241 of your Marines in Beirut, killed and injured thousands of American soldiers in Afghanistan and Iraq, tried to bomb a restaurant in Washington, D.C., chant death to America, burn the American flag," Netanyahu told the Fox News host on Sunday.&nbsp;"Do you want these people to have nuclear weapons and the means to deliver them to your cities?" the Israeli PM said. "Of course not. "So we're defending ourselves, but we're also defending the world."&nbsp;The Fox News host then asked Netanyahu whether he had some intel that the assassination attempts on Trump were directly from Iran.&nbsp;&nbsp;To this, the Israeli PM replied, “Through proxies, yes," Netanyahu insisted. "Through their intel, yes, they want to kill him. Look, he's enemy number one. He's a decisive leader."&nbsp;Further, he also said that Iran tried to kill him too, calling himself Trump’s junior partner.&nbsp;&nbsp;"He's been very forceful," he said about Trump. "Look, they also tried to kill me, but I'm his junior partner."&nbsp;Prime Minister Netanyahu said that the intelligence was “absolutely clear” that Iran was on the verge of obtaining a nuclear weapon.&nbsp;&nbsp;“The intel we got and we shared with the United States was absolutely clear — was absolutely clear, that they were working in a secret plan to weaponize the uranium,” Netanyahu added.&nbsp;“They were marching very quickly. They would achieve a test device and possibly an initial device within months, and certainly less than a year,” he said.&nbsp;

Prime Minister Netanyahu said that the intelligence was “absolutely clear” that Iran was on the verge of obtaining a nuclear weapon. 

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Sunday (June 15) said that Iran tried to assassinate US President Donald Trump twice, adding that he is their “number one enemy”. During an interview with Fox News host Bret Baier, Netanyahu said that we are defending ourselves, but also defending the world. "These people who chant death to America tried to assassinate President Trump twice, killed 241 of your Marines in Beirut, killed and injured thousands of American soldiers in Afghanistan and Iraq, tried to bomb a restaurant in Washington, D.C., chant death to America, burn the American flag," Netanyahu told the Fox News host on Sunday. "Do you want these people to have nuclear weapons and the means to deliver them to your cities?" the Israeli PM said. "Of course not. "So we're defending ourselves, but we're also defending the world." The Fox News host then asked Netanyahu whether he had some intel that the assassination attempts on Trump were directly from Iran. To this, the Israeli PM replied, “Through proxies, yes," Netanyahu insisted. "Through their intel, yes, they want to kill him. Look, he's enemy number one. He's a decisive leader." Further, he also said that Iran tried to kill him too, calling himself Trump’s junior partner. "He's been very forceful," he said about Trump. "Look, they also tried to kill me, but I'm his junior partner." Prime Minister Netanyahu said that the intelligence was “absolutely clear” that Iran was on the verge of obtaining a nuclear weapon. “The intel we got and we shared with the United States was absolutely clear — was absolutely clear, that they were working in a secret plan to weaponize the uranium,” Netanyahu added. “They were marching very quickly. They would achieve a test device and possibly an initial device within months, and certainly less than a year,” he said.

Prime Minister Netanyahu said that the intelligence was “absolutely clear” that Iran was on the verge of obtaining a nuclear weapon.

'Trump is their ENEMY number 1': Netanyahu claims Iran tried to assassinate US president twice

Iranian lawmakers on Sunday pushed forward a bill to withdraw from the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT).MP Meysam Zahourian revealed an expedited bill mandating Iran’s exit from the NPT under Article 10, which permits withdrawal in the face of extraordinary threats to national interests, awaiting formal endorsement and legal review.&nbsp;Zahourian described the action as a legal countermeasure to recent developments undermining Iranian sovereignty and is expected to proceed rapidly through the Islamic Consultative Assembly (Iran’s Parliament).&nbsp;“The minimal necessary measure is withdrawal from the NPT. We are currently considering this issue in parliament, and even withdrawal from the IAEA,” Iranian SNN television channel quoted Rouhollah Izadkhah as saying.&nbsp;Earlier, Ebrahim Rezai, a member of the Committee on National Security and Foreign Policy of the Mejlis, called on the government of the Islamic Republic to withdraw from the NPT. He said that the NPT was supposed to ensure Iran’s security, “and not become the reason for its absence.”&nbsp;Israel launched Operation Rising Lion on the night of June 13, targeting Iran’s nuclear programme. Iran retaliated less than a day later. Israel and Iran again exchanged strikes on June 14 and June 15. Both sides reported deaths and injuries in attacks and accepted hits within their territories.&nbsp;Iran started developing its nuclear programme in the 1950s during the reign of Shah Mohammad Reza Pahlavi, with the support of the United States. In 1958, the country became a member of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), and in 1968, Tehran signed the NPT, which was ratified in 1970.&nbsp;&nbsp;After the shah was ousted in 1979 and the Islamic Republic proclaimed, the nuclear programme was halted until the authorities resumed the development of nuclear technology in the late 1980s.&nbsp;Meanwhile, amid intensifying Israeli strikes, government spokesperson Fatemeh Mohajerani announced via local media that metro stations would remain open 24/7, with mosques and schools designated as safe zones.&nbsp;“This is a war imposed on us. We tried to prevent it through dialogue but were denied that chance,” she stated.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Iran started its nuclear programme in the 1950s during the reign of Shah Mohammad Reza Pahlavi, with the support of the United States. In 1958, the country became a member of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), and in 1968, Tehran signed the NPT, which was ratified in 1970. 

Iranian lawmakers on Sunday pushed forward a bill to withdraw from the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT). MP Meysam Zahourian revealed an expedited bill mandating Iran’s exit from the NPT under Article 10, which permits withdrawal in the face of extraordinary threats to national interests, awaiting formal endorsement and legal review. Zahourian described the action as a legal countermeasure to recent developments undermining Iranian sovereignty and is expected to proceed rapidly through the Islamic Consultative Assembly (Iran’s Parliament). “The minimal necessary measure is withdrawal from the NPT. We are currently considering this issue in parliament, and even withdrawal from the IAEA,” Iranian SNN television channel quoted Rouhollah Izadkhah as saying. Earlier, Ebrahim Rezai, a member of the Committee on National Security and Foreign Policy of the Mejlis, called on the government of the Islamic Republic to withdraw from the NPT. He said that the NPT was supposed to ensure Iran’s security, “and not become the reason for its absence.” Israel launched Operation Rising Lion on the night of June 13, targeting Iran’s nuclear programme. Iran retaliated less than a day later. Israel and Iran again exchanged strikes on June 14 and June 15. Both sides reported deaths and injuries in attacks and accepted hits within their territories. Iran started developing its nuclear programme in the 1950s during the reign of Shah Mohammad Reza Pahlavi, with the support of the United States. In 1958, the country became a member of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), and in 1968, Tehran signed the NPT, which was ratified in 1970. After the shah was ousted in 1979 and the Islamic Republic proclaimed, the nuclear programme was halted until the authorities resumed the development of nuclear technology in the late 1980s. Meanwhile, amid intensifying Israeli strikes, government spokesperson Fatemeh Mohajerani announced via local media that metro stations would remain open 24/7, with mosques and schools designated as safe zones. “This is a war imposed on us. We tried to prevent it through dialogue but were denied that chance,” she stated.

Iran started its nuclear programme in the 1950s during the reign of Shah Mohammad Reza Pahlavi, with the support of the United States. In 1958, the country became a member of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), and in 1968, Tehran signed the NPT, which was ratified in 1970.&nbsp;

Iran’s parliament mulling withdrawal from nuclear proliferation treaty after Israeli strikes

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In India Pune bridge collapse death toll rises to 4. Maharashtra Minister Girish Mahajan said that the rescue operation is going on a war footing. It was a narrow bridge only meant for the movement of farmers, but 250-300 tourists were on it, so it collapsed due to excessive load, he added. US President Donald Trump on Sunday (June 15) stressed that Iran and Israel should make a deal, while also expressing confidence that they will make a deal and there will be peace soon. Click on the headlines for more Pune bridge collapse toll rises to 4, rescue ops underway; PM Modi speaks to CM Fadnavis The death toll in the collapse of the iron bridge on the Indrayani River in Pune district has risen to four, and two bodies have been recovered in the ongoing rescue operations, with divers and emergency personnel deployed on the site, said officials. 'Israel and Iran will MAKE A DEAL': Trump shows confidence in bringing peace in Middle East amid ongoing war

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US President Donald Trump is considering expanding the travel restrictions, as he mulls to impose travel ban on 36 more countries, according to a classified State Department cable.&nbsp;&nbsp;If it gets implemented, this would more than double the number of countries whose citizens will face full or partial travel ban to the US.&nbsp;&nbsp;Some of the countries also include close US partners, like Egypt and Djibouti.&nbsp;&nbsp;The memo was signed by State Secretary Marco Rubio and was sent to US diplomats on Saturday. The internal memo was reviewed by the Washington Post.&nbsp;&nbsp;According to that, the listed countries have 60 days to follow new rules set by the State Department.&nbsp;&nbsp;The concerns raised by the US include the government’s failure to issue reliable identity documents, lack of cooperation in accepting deported nationals, visa overstays and past involvement of some citizens in terrorist or anti-American activities.&nbsp;<h2>Here’s the full list of additional countries &nbsp;</h2><ul><li>Angola&nbsp;</li><li>Antigua and Barbuda&nbsp;</li><li>Benin</li><li>Bhutan&nbsp;</li><li>Burkina Faso&nbsp;</li><li>Cabo Verde&nbsp;</li><li>Cambodia&nbsp;</li><li>Cameroon</li><li>Cote D'Ivoire</li><li>Democratic Republic of Congo</li><li>Djibouti</li><li>Dominica&nbsp;</li><li>Ethiopia&nbsp;</li><li>Egypt</li><li>Gabon</li><li>The Gambia&nbsp;</li><li>Ghana&nbsp;</li><li>Kyrgyzstan&nbsp;</li><li>Liberia&nbsp;</li><li>Malawi&nbsp;</li><li>Mauritania</li><li>Niger</li><li>Nigeria&nbsp;</li><li>Saint Kitts and Nevis&nbsp;</li><li>Saint Lucia</li><li>Sao Tome and Principe&nbsp;</li><li>Senegal</li><li>South Sudan</li><li>Syria&nbsp;</li><li>Tanzania</li><li>Tonga</li><li>Tuvalu&nbsp;</li><li>Uganda</li><li>Vanuatu</li><li>Zambia&nbsp;</li><li>Zimbabwe</li></ul>&nbsp;Moreover, earlier this month, Trump’s travel ban came into effect post-midnight on June 9, majorly affecting citizens of 12 countries, including, Afghanistan, Myanmar, Chad, the Republic of Congo, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Haiti, Iran, Libya, Somalia, Sudan and Yemen.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-travel-ban-to-go-into-effect-monday-19-countries-face-the-brunt-1749374293340">Also read: Trump travel ban to go into effect Monday, 19 countries face the brunt</a>&nbsp;The citizens of these 12 countries will be completely banned from entering the US.&nbsp;Meanwhile, the Trump travel ban will affect seven more countries, whose citizens will face further scrutiny before entering.&nbsp;These countries are Burundi, Cuba, Laos, Sierra Leone, Togo, Turkmenistan and Venezuela.

If it gets implemented, this would more than double the number of countries whose citizens will face full or partial travel ban to the US..

US President Donald Trump is considering expanding the travel restrictions, as he mulls to impose travel ban on 36 more countries, according to a classified State Department cable. If it gets implemented, this would more than double the number of countries whose citizens will face full or partial travel ban to the US. Some of the countries also include close US partners, like Egypt and Djibouti. The memo was signed by State Secretary Marco Rubio and was sent to US diplomats on Saturday. The internal memo was reviewed by the Washington Post. According to that, the listed countries have 60 days to follow new rules set by the State Department. The concerns raised by the US include the government’s failure to issue reliable identity documents, lack of cooperation in accepting deported nationals, visa overstays and past involvement of some citizens in terrorist or anti-American activities. Here’s the full list of additional countries Angola Antigua and Barbuda Benin Bhutan Burkina Faso Cabo Verde Cambodia Cameroon Cote D'Ivoire Democratic Republic of Congo Djibouti Dominica Ethiopia Egypt Gabon The Gambia Ghana Kyrgyzstan Liberia Malawi Mauritania Niger Nigeria Saint Kitts and Nevis Saint Lucia Sao Tome and Principe Senegal South Sudan Syria Tanzania Tonga Tuvalu Uganda Vanuatu Zambia Zimbabwe Moreover, earlier this month, Trump’s travel ban came into effect post-midnight on June 9, majorly affecting citizens of 12 countries, including, Afghanistan, Myanmar, Chad, the Republic of Congo, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Haiti, Iran, Libya, Somalia, Sudan and Yemen. Also read: Trump travel ban to go into effect Monday, 19 countries face the brunt The citizens of these 12 countries will be completely banned from entering the US. Meanwhile, the Trump travel ban will affect seven more countries, whose citizens will face further scrutiny before entering. These countries are Burundi, Cuba, Laos, Sierra Leone, Togo, Turkmenistan and Venezuela.

If it gets implemented, this would more than double the number of countries whose citizens will face full or partial travel ban to the US..

US travel ban on 36 more countries? Trump considering new travel restrictions - Here's the FULL LIST of nations

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

In a significant diplomatic outreach, Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Cyprus on Sunday afternoon (local time), marking the first-ever visit by an Indian PM to the island nation. The visit is seen as an important stopover ahead of the G7 Summit in Canada and a reflection of India's renewed focus on strengthening ties with European partners. PM Modi was received with a ceremonial welcome at Larnaca International Airport by the President of Cyprus, Nikos Christodoulides. His arrival is being described as a historic moment by both Indian and Cyprus diplomatic sources. During the visit, Prime Minister Modi is scheduled to hold delegation-level talks with the President of Cyprus. Key issues on the agenda include expanding cooperation in trade and investment, IT and innovation, defence, shipping, renewable energy, and people-to-people ties. Both leaders are also expected to exchange views on global and regional developments, including maritime security and the situation in West Asia. PM Modi is visiting Cyprus at the invitation of President Nicos Christodoulides and will be accompanied by a large delegation of around 100 officials.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">I thank the Indian community for the affection. India will keep working to deepen ties with Cyprus in the times to come. <a href="https://t.co/crtVH7ScOo">pic.twitter.com/crtVH7ScOo</a>&mdash; Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) <a href="https://twitter.com/narendramodi/status/1934266080849265045?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 15, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Ahead of his arrival, the Indian diaspora in Cyprus was brimming with excitement at PM Modi's much-anticipated visit. India and Cyprus have traditionally enjoyed strong diplomatic relations since the establishment of ties in 1962. Cyprus has consistently supported India's position on Kashmir and other key issues at international platforms, including the United Nations. Apart from official meetings, Prime Minister Modi is also expected to address and interact with members of the Indian diaspora in Cyprus. Although small in number, the Indian community plays a vital role in local education, healthcare, and business sectors. The Cyprus visit is seen as a strategic component of India's evolving foreign policy posture -- one that seeks to build stronger partnerships with smaller but geopolitically significant nations across Europe and the Mediterranean.

In a landmark diplomatic outreach, PM Modi arrives in Cyprus—the first-ever visit by an Indian Prime Minister—aiming to deepen ties in trade, defence, IT, and maritime security ahead of the G7 Summit.

In a significant diplomatic outreach, Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Cyprus on Sunday afternoon (local time), marking the first-ever visit by an Indian PM to the island nation. The visit is seen as an important stopover ahead of the G7 Summit in Canada and a reflection of India's renewed focus on strengthening ties with European partners. PM Modi was received with a ceremonial welcome at Larnaca International Airport by the President of Cyprus, Nikos Christodoulides. His arrival is being described as a historic moment by both Indian and Cyprus diplomatic sources. During the visit, Prime Minister Modi is scheduled to hold delegation-level talks with the President of Cyprus. Key issues on the agenda include expanding cooperation in trade and investment, IT and innovation, defence, shipping, renewable energy, and people-to-people ties. Both leaders are also expected to exchange views on global and regional developments, including maritime security and the situation in West Asia. PM Modi is visiting Cyprus at the invitation of President Nicos Christodoulides and will be accompanied by a large delegation of around 100 officials.

In a landmark diplomatic outreach, PM Modi arrives in Cyprus—the first-ever visit by an Indian Prime Minister—aiming to deepen ties in trade, defence, IT, and maritime security ahead of the G7 Summit.

PM Modi makes historic first visit to Cyprus ahead of G7, strengthens strategic Mediterranean ties

Israel’s missile defence is built on a three-tiered triad system designed to intercept threats ranging from short-range rockets to long-range ballistic missiles. Each layer plays a distinct role, forming a seamless defensive shield over the country.

Israel’s missile defence is built on a three-tiered triad system designed to intercept threats ranging from short-range rockets to long-range ballistic missiles. Each layer plays a distinct role, forming a seamless defensive shield over the country.

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

US President Donald Trump on Sunday (June 15) stressed that Iran and Israel should make a deal, while also expressing confidence that they will make a deal and there will be peace soon.&nbsp;The US president further said that many calls and meetings are now taking place, without clearly mentioning which parties he’s referring to.&nbsp;Once again lamenting for not getting the credit, Trump in his Truth Social post, mentioned several conflicts which took place recently as well as in the past, crediting himself for intervening and bringing peace to those regions.He did not forget to claim credit for the ceasefire between India and Pakistan, which the two nations have repeatedly denied, saying that the ceasefire was announced based on bilateral talks only and no third party was involved.&nbsp;“Iran and Israel should make a deal, and will make a deal, just like I got India and Pakistan to make, in that case by using TRADE with the United States to bring reason, cohesion, and sanity into the talks with two excellent leaders who were able to quickly make a decision and STOP!,” he wrote in the post. &nbsp;He then noted that during his first term, Serbia and Kosovo were going at it “hot and heavy”, and the long-time conflict was ready to break out into a war.&nbsp;“I stopped it (Biden has hurt the longer-term prospects with some very stupid decisions, but I will fix it, again!). Another case is Egypt and Ethiopia, and their fight over a massive dam that is having an effect on the magnificent Nile River. There is peace, at least for now, because of my intervention, and it will stay that way!,” Trump said.&nbsp;Trump then stressed that there will be peace soon between Israel and Iran, adding, “Many calls and meetings now taking place.”“I do a lot, and never get credit for anything, but that’s OK, the PEOPLE understand. MAKE THE MIDDLE EAST GREAT AGAIN!,” the US president lamented.&nbsp;Iran on Sunday stressed that Iran had evidence to show that the US forces supported Israel in its operation against Tehran."We have solid proof of the support of the American forces and American bases in the region for the attacks of the Zionist regime military forces,"Araghchi told foreign diplomats, AFP reported.This comes after Trump said that the US had nothing to do with Israel’s attack on Iran.

The US president further said that many calls and meetings are now taking place, without clearly mentioning which parties he’s referring to. 

US President Donald Trump on Sunday (June 15) stressed that Iran and Israel should make a deal, while also expressing confidence that they will make a deal and there will be peace soon. The US president further said that many calls and meetings are now taking place, without clearly mentioning which parties he’s referring to. Once again lamenting for not getting the credit, Trump in his Truth Social post, mentioned several conflicts which took place recently as well as in the past, crediting himself for intervening and bringing peace to those regions. He did not forget to claim credit for the ceasefire between India and Pakistan, which the two nations have repeatedly denied, saying that the ceasefire was announced based on bilateral talks only and no third party was involved. “Iran and Israel should make a deal, and will make a deal, just like I got India and Pakistan to make, in that case by using TRADE with the United States to bring reason, cohesion, and sanity into the talks with two excellent leaders who were able to quickly make a decision and STOP!,” he wrote in the post. He then noted that during his first term, Serbia and Kosovo were going at it “hot and heavy”, and the long-time conflict was ready to break out into a war. “I stopped it (Biden has hurt the longer-term prospects with some very stupid decisions, but I will fix it, again!). Another case is Egypt and Ethiopia, and their fight over a massive dam that is having an effect on the magnificent Nile River. There is peace, at least for now, because of my intervention, and it will stay that way!,” Trump said. Trump then stressed that there will be peace soon between Israel and Iran, adding, “Many calls and meetings now taking place.” “I do a lot, and never get credit for anything, but that’s OK, the PEOPLE understand. MAKE THE MIDDLE EAST GREAT AGAIN!,” the US president lamented. Iran on Sunday stressed that Iran had evidence to show that the US forces supported Israel in its operation against Tehran. "We have solid proof of the support of the American forces and American bases in the region for the attacks of the Zionist regime military forces,"Araghchi told foreign diplomats, AFP reported. This comes after Trump said that the US had nothing to do with Israel’s attack on Iran.

The US president further said that many calls and meetings are now taking place, without clearly mentioning which parties he’s referring to.&nbsp;

'Israel and Iran will MAKE A DEAL': Trump shows confidence in bringing peace in Middle East amid ongoing war

Iran has acknowledged the death of the head of the Revolutionary Guard’s missile program along with seven other top leaders in an Israeli attack on Friday. The slain list contained the head of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps' (IRGC) Aerospace Division, Gen. Amir Ali Hajizadeh, Gen. Mahmoud Bagheri, Gen. Davoud Sheikhian, Gen. Mohammad Bagher Taherpour, Gen. Mansour Safarpour, Gen. Masoud Tayyeb, Gen. Khosro Hasani, and Gen. Javad Jarsara.This is said to have deeply disrupted the IRGC's top missile command and aerospace division. Apart from them, six other scientists were killed. Two of them were reported by Iranian media as nuclear scientists. Fereidoun Abbasi, a former head of Iran's Atomic Energy Organisation and Mohammad Mehdi Tehranchi, a theoretical physicist, president of the Islamic Azad University of Iran, were among the six. &nbsp;Notably, Abbasi had survived twin blasts in 2010 that killed his fellow nuclear scientists, Majid Shahriari. Iran accused Israel of the attack, which Israel didn't acknowledge.&nbsp;Israel is selectively targeting the top command of Iran's military and nuclear project to reduce its potency and increase functional difficulty. Earlier, Iran's Revolutionary Guards chief Hossein Salami and armed forces chief of staff Mohammad Bagheri were killed in the Israeli operation.&nbsp;

Israeli strike killed IRGC missile chief Gen. Amir Ali Hajizadeh, seven top commanders, and six scientists, including ex-nuclear chief Fereidoun Abbasi, marking a major blow to Iran’s military and nuclear leadership.

Iran has acknowledged the death of the head of the Revolutionary Guard’s missile program along with seven other top leaders in an Israeli attack on Friday. The slain list contained the head of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps' (IRGC) Aerospace Division, Gen. Amir Ali Hajizadeh, Gen. Mahmoud Bagheri, Gen. Davoud Sheikhian, Gen. Mohammad Bagher Taherpour, Gen. Mansour Safarpour, Gen. Masoud Tayyeb, Gen. Khosro Hasani, and Gen. Javad Jarsara. This is said to have deeply disrupted the IRGC's top missile command and aerospace division. Apart from them, six other scientists were killed. Two of them were reported by Iranian media as nuclear scientists. Fereidoun Abbasi, a former head of Iran's Atomic Energy Organisation and Mohammad Mehdi Tehranchi, a theoretical physicist, president of the Islamic Azad University of Iran, were among the six. Notably, Abbasi had survived twin blasts in 2010 that killed his fellow nuclear scientists, Majid Shahriari. Iran accused Israel of the attack, which Israel didn't acknowledge. Israel is selectively targeting the top command of Iran's military and nuclear project to reduce its potency and increase functional difficulty. Earlier, Iran's Revolutionary Guards chief Hossein Salami and armed forces chief of staff Mohammad Bagheri were killed in the Israeli operation.

Israeli strike killed IRGC missile chief Gen. Amir Ali Hajizadeh, seven top commanders, and six scientists, including ex-nuclear chief Fereidoun Abbasi, marking a major blow to Iran’s military and nuclear leadership.

Israeli strike kills top Iranian missile commander and senior guards officials

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

Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi on Sunday (June 15) stressed that Iran had evidence to show that the US forces supported Israel in its operation against Tehran.&nbsp;This comes after Iran and Israel were engulfed in a full-blown war after Israel launched Operation Rising Lion, attacking Tehran’s nuclear facilities and killing military officials.&nbsp;"We have solid proof of the support of the American forces and American bases in the region for the attacks of the Zionist regime military forces,"&nbsp;Araghchi told foreign diplomats, AFP reported.&nbsp;Iran’s foreign minister’s statement comes after US President Donald Trump said that the US had nothing to do with Israel’s attack on Iran.&nbsp;“The U.S. had nothing to do with the attack on Iran, tonight. If we are attacked in any way, shape or form by Iran, the full strength and might of the U.S. Armed Forces will come down on you at levels never seen before. However, we can easily get a deal done between Iran and Israel, and end this bloody conflict!!!,” the US president said.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-will-pay-very-heavy-price-for-israeli-civilian-deaths-warns-netanyahu-1749990232587">Also read: Iran will pay ‘very heavy price’ for Israeli civilian deaths, warns Netanyahu</a> “If we are attacked in any way, shape or form by Iran, the full strength and might of the US Armed Forces will come down on you at levels never seen before,” Trump warned Iran in a post on Truth Social.&nbsp;Earlier, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian accused America of “dishonesty” for continuing to support Israel while also engaging in talks with Tehran.&nbsp;The US and Iran were scheduled to hold negotiations on Sunday (today), however, the talks were cancelled amid the ongoing war.&nbsp;Omani Foreign Minister Badr Albusaidi announced the decision on Saturday, saying, “The Iran-US talks scheduled to be held in Muscat this Sunday will not now take place.” He added that “diplomacy and dialogue remain the only pathway to lasting peace.”

Earlier, US President Donald Trump said that the US had nothing to do with Israel’s attack on Iran, adding that the US can easily get a deal done between Iran and Israel. 

Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi on Sunday (June 15) stressed that Iran had evidence to show that the US forces supported Israel in its operation against Tehran. This comes after Iran and Israel were engulfed in a full-blown war after Israel launched Operation Rising Lion, attacking Tehran’s nuclear facilities and killing military officials. "We have solid proof of the support of the American forces and American bases in the region for the attacks of the Zionist regime military forces," Araghchi told foreign diplomats, AFP reported. Iran’s foreign minister’s statement comes after US President Donald Trump said that the US had nothing to do with Israel’s attack on Iran. “The U.S. had nothing to do with the attack on Iran, tonight. If we are attacked in any way, shape or form by Iran, the full strength and might of the U.S. Armed Forces will come down on you at levels never seen before. However, we can easily get a deal done between Iran and Israel, and end this bloody conflict!!!,” the US president said. Also read: Iran will pay ‘very heavy price’ for Israeli civilian deaths, warns Netanyahu “If we are attacked in any way, shape or form by Iran, the full strength and might of the US Armed Forces will come down on you at levels never seen before,” Trump warned Iran in a post on Truth Social. Earlier, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian accused America of “dishonesty” for continuing to support Israel while also engaging in talks with Tehran. The US and Iran were scheduled to hold negotiations on Sunday (today), however, the talks were cancelled amid the ongoing war. Omani Foreign Minister Badr Albusaidi announced the decision on Saturday, saying, “The Iran-US talks scheduled to be held in Muscat this Sunday will not now take place.” He added that “diplomacy and dialogue remain the only pathway to lasting peace.”

Earlier, US President Donald Trump said that the US had nothing to do with Israel’s attack on Iran, adding that the US can easily get a deal done between Iran and Israel.&nbsp;

'Iran has SOLID EVIDENCE against US': Foreign minister accuses America of supporting Israeli attacks - Here's what he said

Iran’s foreign minister, Abbas Araghchi, slammed the United Nations Security Council on Sunday, accusing it of “indifference” over Israel’s attacks on Iran.During a meeting with foreign diplomats that was aired on state TV, Araghchi said the Israeli attack “is being met with indifference at the Security Council”, adding that Western governments have “condemned Iran instead of Israel despite it being the side that was violated”.Araghchi then said that Iran’s attacks on Israel will end when its “aggression stops”.He also claimed that Tehran had evidence to show US forces supported the intense bombardment that Israel launched against the Islamic republic this week.“We have solid proof of the support of the American forces and American bases in the region for the attacks of the Zionist regime military forces,” Araghchi said.&nbsp;<h2>Iran slams IAEA for being ‘silent’ on Israeli strikes, says ‘will limit cooperation’</h2>&nbsp;Earlier, Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi had criticised the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) for its silence over Israeli strikes on Iranian nuclear sites and said that Iran will limit its cooperation with the UN’s nuclear watchdog.&nbsp;“It makes no sense that these peaceful sites come under attack and that the agency remains silent,” said Gharibabadi.&nbsp;“Iran will no longer cooperate with the agency… as it once did,” he added.&nbsp;<h2>Iran’s above-ground enrichment plant at Natanz destroyed: IAEA chief</h2>&nbsp;Meanwhile, UN nuclear watchdog chief Rafael Grossi told the UN Security Council on Friday that the above-ground pilot enrichment plant at Iran’s Natanz nuclear site has been destroyed.&nbsp;“At present, the Iranian authorities are informing us of attacks on two other facilities, namely the Fordow fuel enrichment plant and at Isfahan,” Grossi told the 15-member council.“At this moment, we do not have enough information beyond indicating that military activity has taken place around these facilities as well.”&nbsp;IAEA also confirmed that Israel struck Iran’s uranium-conversion facility at Isfahan, near Tehran, and caused grave damage to the site.&nbsp;Iran converts uranium into feedstock essential for centrifuges at Isfahan.&nbsp;However, the attack did not take out the primary underground halls, the site for uranium enrichment.

Iran’s foreign minister, Abbas Araghchi, also claimed that Tehran had evidence to show that the US forces supported the intense bombardment that Israel launched against the Islamic republic this week.

Iran’s foreign minister, Abbas Araghchi, slammed the United Nations Security Council on Sunday, accusing it of “indifference” over Israel’s attacks on Iran. During a meeting with foreign diplomats that was aired on state TV, Araghchi said the Israeli attack “is being met with indifference at the Security Council”, adding that Western governments have “condemned Iran instead of Israel despite it being the side that was violated”. Araghchi then said that Iran’s attacks on Israel will end when its “aggression stops”. He also claimed that Tehran had evidence to show US forces supported the intense bombardment that Israel launched against the Islamic republic this week. “We have solid proof of the support of the American forces and American bases in the region for the attacks of the Zionist regime military forces,” Araghchi said. Iran slams IAEA for being ‘silent’ on Israeli strikes, says ‘will limit cooperation’ Earlier, Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi had criticised the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) for its silence over Israeli strikes on Iranian nuclear sites and said that Iran will limit its cooperation with the UN’s nuclear watchdog. “It makes no sense that these peaceful sites come under attack and that the agency remains silent,” said Gharibabadi. “Iran will no longer cooperate with the agency… as it once did,” he added. Iran’s above-ground enrichment plant at Natanz destroyed: IAEA chief Meanwhile, UN nuclear watchdog chief Rafael Grossi told the UN Security Council on Friday that the above-ground pilot enrichment plant at Iran’s Natanz nuclear site has been destroyed. “At present, the Iranian authorities are informing us of attacks on two other facilities, namely the Fordow fuel enrichment plant and at Isfahan,” Grossi told the 15-member council. “At this moment, we do not have enough information beyond indicating that military activity has taken place around these facilities as well.” IAEA also confirmed that Israel struck Iran’s uranium-conversion facility at Isfahan, near Tehran, and caused grave damage to the site. Iran converts uranium into feedstock essential for centrifuges at Isfahan. However, the attack did not take out the primary underground halls, the site for uranium enrichment.

Iran’s foreign minister, Abbas Araghchi, also claimed that Tehran had evidence to show that the US forces supported the intense bombardment that Israel launched against the Islamic republic this week.

After slamming IAEA, Iran accuses UN Security Council of ‘indifference’ over Israel attacks

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Sunday that Iran would pay “a very heavy price” for killing Israeli civilians, as the two foes kept up intense fighting.&nbsp;“Iran will pay a very heavy price for the premeditated murder of civilians, women and children,” Netanyahu said during a visit to the site of a missile strike on a residential building in the coastal city of Bat Yam, near Tel Aviv, where six Israelis were killed and dozens more wounded.&nbsp;“Iran will pay a very heavy price for the murder of civilians—women and children—that it carried out deliberately. We will achieve our objectives, and we will strike them with overwhelming force,” says Netanyahu, according to a readout from the Prime Minister’s Office.&nbsp;Four other people were killed in the northern Arab town of Tamra.&nbsp;“We are here because we are in an existential battle—one that is now clear to every citizen of Israel. Think about what would happen if Iran had a nuclear weapon to drop on Israel’s cities,” Netanyahu said.&nbsp;“Think about what would happen if Iran had 20,000 missiles like this one—not one, but 20,000. That is an existential threat to Israel. That is why we launched a war of rescue… and we are doing so with strength. Our soldiers, our pilots, are above the skies of Iran,” he added.&nbsp;“On behalf of the entire people of Israel, I express sorrow over the loss of life that occurred here,” said Netanyahu while urging Israeli citizens to follow the instructions of the Home Front Command during missile attacks.&nbsp;“Protect your souls, protect your bodies, protect your lives—and together, with God’s help, we will win. We are on the path to victory,” he said, addressing the Israeli public.&nbsp;After overnight attacks, Israeli authorities have raised the confirmed death toll from Iran’s missile strikes on Israel to 10.

“Iran will pay a very heavy price for the murder of civilians—women and children—that it carried out deliberately. We will achieve our objectives, and we will strike them with overwhelming force,” says Netanyahu, according to a readout from the Prime Minister’s Office.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Sunday that Iran would pay “a very heavy price” for killing Israeli civilians, as the two foes kept up intense fighting. “Iran will pay a very heavy price for the premeditated murder of civilians, women and children,” Netanyahu said during a visit to the site of a missile strike on a residential building in the coastal city of Bat Yam, near Tel Aviv, where six Israelis were killed and dozens more wounded. “Iran will pay a very heavy price for the murder of civilians—women and children—that it carried out deliberately. We will achieve our objectives, and we will strike them with overwhelming force,” says Netanyahu, according to a readout from the Prime Minister’s Office. Four other people were killed in the northern Arab town of Tamra. “We are here because we are in an existential battle—one that is now clear to every citizen of Israel. Think about what would happen if Iran had a nuclear weapon to drop on Israel’s cities,” Netanyahu said. “Think about what would happen if Iran had 20,000 missiles like this one—not one, but 20,000. That is an existential threat to Israel. That is why we launched a war of rescue… and we are doing so with strength. Our soldiers, our pilots, are above the skies of Iran,” he added. “On behalf of the entire people of Israel, I express sorrow over the loss of life that occurred here,” said Netanyahu while urging Israeli citizens to follow the instructions of the Home Front Command during missile attacks. “Protect your souls, protect your bodies, protect your lives—and together, with God’s help, we will win. We are on the path to victory,” he said, addressing the Israeli public. After overnight attacks, Israeli authorities have raised the confirmed death toll from Iran’s missile strikes on Israel to 10.

“Iran will pay a very heavy price for the murder of civilians—women and children—that it carried out deliberately. We will achieve our objectives, and we will strike them with overwhelming force,” says Netanyahu, according to a readout from the Prime Minister’s Office.

Iran will pay ‘very heavy price’ for Israeli civilian deaths, warns Netanyahu

The Israeli military on Sunday (June 15) said that it struck a nuclear facility in Iran’s Isfahan, Reuters reported.&nbsp;&nbsp;A military spokesperson shared this in a post on X, according to Reuters. According to the report, it did not provide a framework for the attack.&nbsp;&nbsp;An Israeli military official said that Israel still has a large list of targets it plans to hit in Iran.&nbsp;&nbsp;According to a Reuters report, the official declined to say how long strikes against Iran would continue, adding the military had attacked around 80 targets in Tehran on Saturday evening.&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/how-israel-prepared-and-attacked-170-targets-over-720-military-infrastructure-in-iran-in-less-than-three-days-watch-video-1749986372247">Also read: How Israel prepared and attacked 170 targets, over 720 military infrastructure in Iran in less than three days - WATCH video</a>&nbsp;Moreover, the targets included two “dual-use” Iranian fuel sites that supported military and nuclear operations, he said.&nbsp;&nbsp;Earlier today, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vowed that Iran will pay a “very heavy price” for targeting Israel’s civilians, as he visited the site of the early-morning Iranian missile strike on a Bat Yam apartment building.&nbsp;&nbsp;“Iran will pay a very heavy price for the murder of civilians — women, children — that it carried out deliberately. We will achieve our objectives, and we will strike them with overwhelming force,” says Netanyahu according to a readout from the Prime Minister’s Office.&nbsp;He said that we are in an “existential battle, one that is now clear to every citizen of Israel. Think about what would happen if Iran had a nuclear weapon to drop on Israel’s cities.”&nbsp;Meanwhile, as the war escalates, Iran has asked Cyprus to convey “some messages” to Israelis, President Christodoulides said on Sunday.&nbsp;&nbsp;He added that he expected to speak to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu later in the day.&nbsp;Christodoulides also said he was not happy with what he said was a slow reaction by the European Union to the unfolding crisis in the Middle East.Cyprus, the closest EU member state in the region, had asked for an extraordinary meeting of the EU Foreign Affairs Council, he said.

The official declined to say how long strikes against Iran would continue, adding the military had attacked around 80 targets in Tehran on Saturday evening. 

The Israeli military on Sunday (June 15) said that it struck a nuclear facility in Iran’s Isfahan, Reuters reported. A military spokesperson shared this in a post on X, according to Reuters. According to the report, it did not provide a framework for the attack. An Israeli military official said that Israel still has a large list of targets it plans to hit in Iran. According to a Reuters report, the official declined to say how long strikes against Iran would continue, adding the military had attacked around 80 targets in Tehran on Saturday evening. Also read: How Israel prepared and attacked 170 targets, over 720 military infrastructure in Iran in less than three days - WATCH video Moreover, the targets included two “dual-use” Iranian fuel sites that supported military and nuclear operations, he said. Earlier today, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vowed that Iran will pay a “very heavy price” for targeting Israel’s civilians, as he visited the site of the early-morning Iranian missile strike on a Bat Yam apartment building. “Iran will pay a very heavy price for the murder of civilians — women, children — that it carried out deliberately. We will achieve our objectives, and we will strike them with overwhelming force,” says Netanyahu according to a readout from the Prime Minister’s Office. He said that we are in an “existential battle, one that is now clear to every citizen of Israel. Think about what would happen if Iran had a nuclear weapon to drop on Israel’s cities.” Meanwhile, as the war escalates, Iran has asked Cyprus to convey “some messages” to Israelis, President Christodoulides said on Sunday. He added that he expected to speak to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu later in the day. Christodoulides also said he was not happy with what he said was a slow reaction by the European Union to the unfolding crisis in the Middle East. Cyprus, the closest EU member state in the region, had asked for an extraordinary meeting of the EU Foreign Affairs Council, he said.

The official declined to say how long strikes against Iran would continue, adding the military had attacked around 80 targets in Tehran on Saturday evening.&nbsp;

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

India was among the 19 nations that abstained from the United Nations General Assembly vote calling for an 'immediate, unconditional and permanent ceasefire' in Gaza. This abstention has drawn significant criticism both internationally and diplomatically.Amnesty International and Human Rights Watch criticised all abstaining nations, including India, for “prioritising geopolitics over the protection of civilian lives”. Jan Egeland, Secretary of the Norwegian Refugee Council, said, “This is not a time to hedge bets. It's a moment for nations to stand unequivocally for human dignity." India's leading opposition party Congress called this move a "staggering moral cowardice", and accused the ruling BJP of abandoning the late former prime minister and stalwart of BJP, &nbsp;Atal Bihari Vajpayee’s principled stand on the Middles east conflict.India's UN envoy, Ambassador P. Harish, said that this abstention was consistent with India's past voting records, "the belief that there is no other way to resolve conflicts but through dialogue and diplomacy. A joint effort should be directed towards bringing the two sides closer.”<h2>Two state solution is bleak</h2>There can be no meaningful dialogue while one party is pointing arms at another. As the humanitarian crisis worsens, civilian institutions collapse, and future governance structures become less viable. The President of the United States, Donald Trump, has said the US should “take ownership” of the Gaza Strip. The Jewish settlement in the West Bank is expanding at a rapid pace. There had been instances of selling land on the West Bank to Jews in the US. The settlements are pushing Palestinians into zones where they lack basic human rights. The same land is governed by two laws: Jewish people by civil laws and Palestinians by military code.&nbsp;“A system in which one group of people is granted rights and privileges, while another group is systematically denied them, meets the definition of apartheid,” said Human Rights Watch.&nbsp;Human Rights Watch, B’Tselem, and the United Nations all agree that Israel is not looking to end the crisis but just wants to manage it. For almost the last 70 years since the Nakba, Israel has managed to normalise occupation and colonial subjugation, not just because of the support from leaders of the West, but also because of the disinterest from Arab leaders to pressurise and negotiate a viable solution.<h2>Ideological affinity and shared bigotry</h2>In the past decade, there has been a Hindutva resurgence in India that has ideological alignment with Zionism in Israel, with shared narratives, often also carrying undertones of majoritarian bigotry. Both of them centre around the idea of religious or ethnonationalism revolving around Hinduism and Judaism. Both India and Israel see themselves as historically wronged. They perceive themselves as a demographic threat, being surrounded by hostile nations, and have a fetish for a strong, assertive state to survive. They have a shared narrative for Islamophobia: for Israel, it is Hamas in Gaza, and for India, it is the terror outfits in Kashmir. This leads to mutual validation of exclusionary policy and state-sponsored bigotry.&nbsp;However, critics argue that this abstention is more strategic and diplomatic, even though there is an ideological undertone to it.<h2>Diplomatic Pragmatism of India</h2>“India's abstention is neither accidental nor purely procedural. It’s a calibrated move to preserve its strategic relationship with Israel while managing its traditional support for the Palestinian cause,” said Dr. Happymon Jacob, Associate Professor at JNU and foreign policy analyst.India's decision mirrors its past abstentions in UN resolutions concerning the Israel-Gaza conflict since October 2023. On the outside, it supports the sovereignty and statehood of Palestine. In 1974, India was one of the first non-Arab states to recognise the Palestinian Liberation Organisation, and in 1988, it recognised Palestinian statehood. India strongly supported Palestine during the Cold War era, voting in favour of most pro-Palestine UN resolutions.&nbsp;But now, from recent patterns of abstention in 2022 and 2023, it appears India is consistent about its stand on security and terrorism, and resonates with Israel on those measures. Moreover, with time, India is getting more pragmatic about the possibility of a Palestinian statehood and avoiding taking sides in a conflict it doesn't control. Even though it expresses concern about the humanitarian crisis, but avoids direct condemnation to maintain diplomatic capital with both states. The Israel-Palestine conflict has colonial roots, and India itself has colonial scars all over itself.India has close strategic ties with Israel in defence, cyber, and intelligence sharing, and there is a growing closeness between Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.In 2017, PM Modi became the first Indian PM to visit Israel; however, in 2018, he visited the mausoleum of former Palestinian leader Yasser Arafat, when Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas hosted Modi in Ramallah.&nbsp;India is trying to navigate this diplomatic situation more with mechanical solidarity than organic solidarity.&nbsp;&nbsp;

India abstained from voting for a resolution in the General Assembly which argues for an unconditional and permanent ceasefire, drawing criticism domestically and globally. We try to analyse what could be drawn from the pattern of abstentions. 

India was among the 19 nations that abstained from the United Nations General Assembly vote calling for an 'immediate, unconditional and permanent ceasefire' in Gaza. This abstention has drawn significant criticism both internationally and diplomatically. Amnesty International and Human Rights Watch criticised all abstaining nations, including India, for “prioritising geopolitics over the protection of civilian lives”. Jan Egeland, Secretary of the Norwegian Refugee Council, said, “This is not a time to hedge bets. It's a moment for nations to stand unequivocally for human dignity." India's leading opposition party Congress called this move a "staggering moral cowardice", and accused the ruling BJP of abandoning the late former prime minister and stalwart of BJP, Atal Bihari Vajpayee’s principled stand on the Middles east conflict. India's UN envoy, Ambassador P. Harish, said that this abstention was consistent with India's past voting records, "the belief that there is no other way to resolve conflicts but through dialogue and diplomacy. A joint effort should be directed towards bringing the two sides closer.” Two state solution is bleak There can be no meaningful dialogue while one party is pointing arms at another. As the humanitarian crisis worsens, civilian institutions collapse, and future governance structures become less viable. The President of the United States, Donald Trump, has said the US should “take ownership” of the Gaza Strip. The Jewish settlement in the West Bank is expanding at a rapid pace. There had been instances of selling land on the West Bank to Jews in the US. The settlements are pushing Palestinians into zones where they lack basic human rights. The same land is governed by two laws: Jewish people by civil laws and Palestinians by military code. “A system in which one group of people is granted rights and privileges, while another group is systematically denied them, meets the definition of apartheid,” said Human Rights Watch. Human Rights Watch, B’Tselem, and the United Nations all agree that Israel is not looking to end the crisis but just wants to manage it. For almost the last 70 years since the Nakba, Israel has managed to normalise occupation and colonial subjugation, not just because of the support from leaders of the West, but also because of the disinterest from Arab leaders to pressurise and negotiate a viable solution. Ideological affinity and shared bigotry In the past decade, there has been a Hindutva resurgence in India that has ideological alignment with Zionism in Israel, with shared narratives, often also carrying undertones of majoritarian bigotry. Both of them centre around the idea of religious or ethnonationalism revolving around Hinduism and Judaism. Both India and Israel see themselves as historically wronged. They perceive themselves as a demographic threat, being surrounded by hostile nations, and have a fetish for a strong, assertive state to survive. They have a shared narrative for Islamophobia: for Israel, it is Hamas in Gaza, and for India, it is the terror outfits in Kashmir. This leads to mutual validation of exclusionary policy and state-sponsored bigotry. However, critics argue that this abstention is more strategic and diplomatic, even though there is an ideological undertone to it. Diplomatic Pragmatism of India “India's abstention is neither accidental nor purely procedural. It’s a calibrated move to preserve its strategic relationship with Israel while managing its traditional support for the Palestinian cause,” said Dr. Happymon Jacob, Associate Professor at JNU and foreign policy analyst. India's decision mirrors its past abstentions in UN resolutions concerning the Israel-Gaza conflict since October 2023. On the outside, it supports the sovereignty and statehood of Palestine. In 1974, India was one of the first non-Arab states to recognise the Palestinian Liberation Organisation, and in 1988, it recognised Palestinian statehood. India strongly supported Palestine during the Cold War era, voting in favour of most pro-Palestine UN resolutions. But now, from recent patterns of abstention in 2022 and 2023, it appears India is consistent about its stand on security and terrorism, and resonates with Israel on those measures. Moreover, with time, India is getting more pragmatic about the possibility of a Palestinian statehood and avoiding taking sides in a conflict it doesn't control. Even though it expresses concern about the humanitarian crisis, but avoids direct condemnation to maintain diplomatic capital with both states. The Israel-Palestine conflict has colonial roots, and India itself has colonial scars all over itself. India has close strategic ties with Israel in defence, cyber, and intelligence sharing, and there is a growing closeness between Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. In 2017, PM Modi became the first Indian PM to visit Israel; however, in 2018, he visited the mausoleum of former Palestinian leader Yasser Arafat, when Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas hosted Modi in Ramallah. India is trying to navigate this diplomatic situation more with mechanical solidarity than organic solidarity.

India abstained from voting for a resolution in the General Assembly which argues for an unconditional and permanent ceasefire, drawing criticism domestically and globally. We try to analyse what could be drawn from the pattern of abstentions.&nbsp;

Diplomatic pragmatism or ideological affinity: Why India abstained from voting in UN resolution for ceasefire in Gaza

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

As Iran and Israel continued to launch missiles and attack military sites, the Israeli Defence Forces shared striking visuals of how Israeli fighter jets attacked infrastructure and targets linked to Iranian nuclear programs.&nbsp;Under Operation Rising Lion, the Air Force fighter jets flew over Iran and raided infrastructure throughout the last night, and attacked targets linked to the Iranian nuclear program.&nbsp;More than 80 targets were attacked, including several ministry headquarters.&nbsp;“About 50 fighter jets attacked infrastructure and targets linked to the Iranian nuclear program in Tehran,” IDF Spokesperson Avichay Adraee said in a post shared on X.&nbsp;<h2>Watch video HERE&nbsp;</h2>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/%D8%B9%D8%A7%D8%AC%D9%84?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#عاجل</a> حوالي 50 طائرة مقاتلة هاجمت بنى تحتية وأهداف مرتبطة بالبرنامج النووي الإيراني في طهران ⭕️في إطار عملية <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%A3%D8%B3%D8%AF_%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%B5%D8%A7%D8%B9%D8%AF?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#الأسد_الصاعد</a> هاجم جيش الدفاع أكثر من 170 هدفًا وأكثر من 720 بنية تحتية عسكرية خلال أقل من ثلاثة أيام. ⭕️طوال الليلة الأخيرة حلقت مقاتلات سلاح الجو في سماء طهران وأغارت… <a href="https://t.co/ANzYt4iFEz">pic.twitter.com/ANzYt4iFEz</a>&mdash; افيخاي ادرعي (@AvichayAdraee) <a href="https://twitter.com/AvichayAdraee/status/1934199971001082128?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 15, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Moreover, in less than three days, it attacked more than 170 targets and over 720 military infrastructure.&nbsp;“As part of these raids, more than 80 targets were attacked, including the headquarters of the Iranian Ministry of Defense, the headquarters of the SPND nuclear project, and more targets where the Iranian regime hid its nuclear archives,” Adraee added.&nbsp;The IDF “continues to intensify its attacks on the Iranian nuclear threat” and to strike at the heart of the nuclear program, the IDF spokesperson stressed.&nbsp;After overnight attacks, Israeli authorities have raised the confirmed death toll from Iran’s missile strikes on Israel to 10. Israel raised the toll in the missile attack at Bat Yam to six while saying that about 180 were injured after two bodies were recovered from the rubble.Earlier today, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was touring the site of the Bat Yam apartment, where six Israelis were killed and dozens were injured.&nbsp;President Isaac Herzog also visited the site. “Dozens of homes in this area were completely damaged by a single missile launched from Iran in a cruel and terrible missile attack that was launched across the entire country,” Herzog said, according to a statement from his office.“This is a very significant moment in the history of Israel. We must show the emotional and mental resilience that we always have,” Herzog added.

Under Operation Rising Lion, the Air Force fighter jets flew over Iran and raided infrastructure throughout the last night, and attacked targets linked to the Iranian nuclear program. 

As Iran and Israel continued to launch missiles and attack military sites, the Israeli Defence Forces shared striking visuals of how Israeli fighter jets attacked infrastructure and targets linked to Iranian nuclear programs. Under Operation Rising Lion, the Air Force fighter jets flew over Iran and raided infrastructure throughout the last night, and attacked targets linked to the Iranian nuclear program. More than 80 targets were attacked, including several ministry headquarters. “About 50 fighter jets attacked infrastructure and targets linked to the Iranian nuclear program in Tehran,” IDF Spokesperson Avichay Adraee said in a post shared on X. Watch video HERE

Under Operation Rising Lion, the Air Force fighter jets flew over Iran and raided infrastructure throughout the last night, and attacked targets linked to the Iranian nuclear program.&nbsp;

How Israel prepared and attacked 170 targets, over 720 military infrastructure in Iran in less than three days - WATCH video

After overnight attacks, Israeli authorities have raised the confirmed death toll from Iran’s missile strikes on Israel to 10.Israel raised the toll in the missile attack at Bat Yam to six, while saying that about 180 were injured, after two bodies were recovered from the rubble.&nbsp;The number of people missing at the site has also been reduced to seven people, who are still unaccounted for in the rubble of buildings hit by Iranian missiles overnight.One projectile struck a home in the town of Tamra, killing four civilians, bringing the number of fatalities from Iran’s missile strikes on Israel to 10. Another strike in Rehovot wounded another 40 people.&nbsp;Regional police commander Daniel Hadad told reporters it “could take days” to complete the search in Bat Yam.“There is great destruction here, lots of rubble and debris that has to be lifted to find the missing,” he was quoted as saying in a report by the Times of Israel.&nbsp;<h2>Iran fired 70 ballistic missiles, dozens of drones: IDF</h2>&nbsp;In the overnight attacks on Israel, Iran fired a total of 70 ballistic missiles and dozens of drones, said IDF, citing its estimates.The missiles were fired in three waves at 11 pm, 2 am. and 2.55 am, coinciding with the dozens of drones.&nbsp;Iran’s attacks so far are below the “reference scenario,” or what the IDF had anticipated in a war with Iran, said the Israeli military.Iran is still believed to possess thousands of ballistic missiles.&nbsp;The IDF shared that the Israeli Air Force bombed several Iranian ballistic missile launchers, along with air defence systems and radars. It also shared footage of the strikes.The IDF said it will continue to “hunt down” Iran’s ballistic missile launchers in western Iran to prevent attacks on Israel.The air defences and radars were struck “as part of the IDF’s aerial superiority in Iranian airspace,” the military says.&nbsp;<h2>‘80 targets in Tehran were hit overnight, total 720 assets since Friday’</h2>&nbsp;Besides, 80 targets in Tehran were hit overnight, the IDF said.The targets in the Iranian capital included fuel depots, the Iranian Defence Ministry headquarters, the “headquarters of the SPND nuclear project” and other targets related to Iran’s nuclear programme.IAF fighter jets also struck gas infrastructure near Bandar Abbas as the fuel and gas sites are used by Iran for military purposes and its nuclear project.The IDF claims to have hit 720 assets in about 170 strikes in Iran since early Friday.

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Iran fired a total of 70 ballistic missiles and dozens of drones, said IDF, citing its estimates. Iran’s attacks so far are below the “reference scenario,” or what the IDF had anticipated in a war with Iran, said the Israeli military.

After overnight attacks, Israeli authorities have raised the confirmed death toll from Iran’s missile strikes on Israel to 10. Israel raised the toll in the missile attack at Bat Yam to six, while saying that about 180 were injured, after two bodies were recovered from the rubble. The number of people missing at the site has also been reduced to seven people, who are still unaccounted for in the rubble of buildings hit by Iranian missiles overnight. One projectile struck a home in the town of Tamra, killing four civilians, bringing the number of fatalities from Iran’s missile strikes on Israel to 10. Another strike in Rehovot wounded another 40 people. Regional police commander Daniel Hadad told reporters it “could take days” to complete the search in Bat Yam. “There is great destruction here, lots of rubble and debris that has to be lifted to find the missing,” he was quoted as saying in a report by the Times of Israel. Iran fired 70 ballistic missiles, dozens of drones: IDF In the overnight attacks on Israel, Iran fired a total of 70 ballistic missiles and dozens of drones, said IDF, citing its estimates. The missiles were fired in three waves at 11 pm, 2 am. and 2.55 am, coinciding with the dozens of drones. Iran’s attacks so far are below the “reference scenario,” or what the IDF had anticipated in a war with Iran, said the Israeli military. Iran is still believed to possess thousands of ballistic missiles. The IDF shared that the Israeli Air Force bombed several Iranian ballistic missile launchers, along with air defence systems and radars. It also shared footage of the strikes. The IDF said it will continue to “hunt down” Iran’s ballistic missile launchers in western Iran to prevent attacks on Israel. The air defences and radars were struck “as part of the IDF’s aerial superiority in Iranian airspace,” the military says. ‘80 targets in Tehran were hit overnight, total 720 assets since Friday’ Besides, 80 targets in Tehran were hit overnight, the IDF said. The targets in the Iranian capital included fuel depots, the Iranian Defence Ministry headquarters, the “headquarters of the SPND nuclear project” and other targets related to Iran’s nuclear programme. IAF fighter jets also struck gas infrastructure near Bandar Abbas as the fuel and gas sites are used by Iran for military purposes and its nuclear project. The IDF claims to have hit 720 assets in about 170 strikes in Iran since early Friday.

Iran fired a total of 70 ballistic missiles and dozens of drones, said IDF, citing its estimates. Iran’s attacks so far are below the “reference scenario,” or what the IDF had anticipated in a war with Iran, said the Israeli military.

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

After news of Israeli government sending commandos of its intelligence agency - Mossad deep into Iran to destroy the weapon system of the Islamic nation during Operation Rising Lion, Iran on Sunday (June 15) said they arrested two suspects over alleged links to Israel's Mossad spy agency.&nbsp;"Two members of the Mossad terrorist team who were making bombs, explosives, booby traps and electronic equipment were arrested" in Alborz province, west of Tehran, reported AFP, &nbsp;citing Tasnim news agency.&nbsp;Earlier reports had emerge of the Israeli intelligence agency, Mossad entering Iran to destroy the weapon system of the Islamic nation during Operation Rising Lion.&nbsp;The spy agency also released a footage of its covert operations conducted deep inside Iran. The move was aimed at clearing the path for Israel’s airstrikes on Iranian targets on Friday.&nbsp;Israel, Iran trade fresh attacks&nbsp;Meanwhile, Iran has launched a fresh wave of missile attacks against Israel as Tel Aviv said it was striking Tehran while intercepting missiles from Iran. The Iranian strikes also targeted the northern Israeli port city of Haifa, following which fire was seen erupting from an oil refinery in the area.&nbsp;While, Israel Israeli targeted Iran's defence ministry headquarters in Tehran, Iranian news agency Tasnim reported early Sunday (Jun 15). The attack resulted in damage to one of its buildings.&nbsp;In “an attack on Tehran this evening by the air force of the Zionist regime, the headquarters of the defence ministry was targeted. One of the headquarters' buildings was lightly damaged,” the agency said.&nbsp;Shortly after, the Israel Defense Forces confirmed an “extensive series of strikes on targets in Tehran related to the Iranian regime’s nuclear weapons project.”&nbsp;The Israel Defense Forces on Sunday also targeted the SPND nuclear project headquarters.“The targets included the Iranian Ministry of Defense headquarters, the headquarters of the SPND nuclear project, and additional targets, which advanced the Iranian regime’s efforts to obtain a nuclear weapon and where the Iranian regime hid its nuclear archive," it said in a statement on X. &nbsp;

Reports had emerge of the Israeli intelligence agency, Mossad entering Iran to destroy the weapon systems of the Islamic nation during Operation Rising Lion.

After news of Israeli government sending commandos of its intelligence agency - Mossad deep into Iran to destroy the weapon system of the Islamic nation during Operation Rising Lion, Iran on Sunday (June 15) said they arrested two suspects over alleged links to Israel's Mossad spy agency. "Two members of the Mossad terrorist team who were making bombs, explosives, booby traps and electronic equipment were arrested" in Alborz province, west of Tehran, reported AFP, citing Tasnim news agency. Earlier reports had emerge of the Israeli intelligence agency, Mossad entering Iran to destroy the weapon system of the Islamic nation during Operation Rising Lion. The spy agency also released a footage of its covert operations conducted deep inside Iran. The move was aimed at clearing the path for Israel’s airstrikes on Iranian targets on Friday. Israel, Iran trade fresh attacks Meanwhile, Iran has launched a fresh wave of missile attacks against Israel as Tel Aviv said it was striking Tehran while intercepting missiles from Iran. The Iranian strikes also targeted the northern Israeli port city of Haifa, following which fire was seen erupting from an oil refinery in the area. While, Israel Israeli targeted Iran's defence ministry headquarters in Tehran, Iranian news agency Tasnim reported early Sunday (Jun 15). The attack resulted in damage to one of its buildings. In “an attack on Tehran this evening by the air force of the Zionist regime, the headquarters of the defence ministry was targeted. One of the headquarters' buildings was lightly damaged,” the agency said. Shortly after, the Israel Defense Forces confirmed an “extensive series of strikes on targets in Tehran related to the Iranian regime’s nuclear weapons project.” The Israel Defense Forces on Sunday also targeted the SPND nuclear project headquarters. “The targets included the Iranian Ministry of Defense headquarters, the headquarters of the SPND nuclear project, and additional targets, which advanced the Iranian regime’s efforts to obtain a nuclear weapon and where the Iranian regime hid its nuclear archive," it said in a statement on X.

Reports had emerge of the Israeli intelligence agency, Mossad entering Iran to destroy the weapon systems of the Islamic nation during Operation Rising Lion.

Two suspects linked to Israel's spy agency Mossad arrested, says Iran state media

Father’s Day is a special occasion celebrated across the globe to honour fathers and father figures for their love, and support. On Sunday (June 15), families around the world are marking the day with heartfelt gestures, from handmade cards and flowers to planned outings and quality time spent together.&nbsp;The holiday traces its roots to the United States and is largely credited to Sonora Smart Dodd, who wanted to recognise the sacrifices of her father, a Civil War veteran who raised six children after their mother passed away.<h2>First celebration</h2>The first Father’s Day took place on June 19, 1910, in Spokane, Washington. The day was chosen because it was the birth month of Dodd’s father. However, it wasn’t until 1972 that the holiday was officially recognised as a US national holiday, when President Richard Nixon signed it into law, designating the third Sunday in June for the celebration.<h2>Earlier recognition in West Virginia</h2>An earlier tribute to fathers occurred in 1908 in Fairmont, West Virginia. Grace Golden Clayton urged for a special church service to be held for men who had died in the Monongah mining disaster, including her own father. Although this event is sometimes referred to as the first Father’s Day, it did not receive wide recognition or become an annual observance.<h2>Concerns surrounding celebration</h2>When the concept of Father’s Day was first introduced, it was met with some resistance, especially from men who felt it was too similar to the already-established Mother’s Day.&nbsp;Despite this, the idea gradually gained national support, especially after endorsements from Presidents Calvin Coolidge in 1924 and Lyndon B. Johnson in 1966. Finally, in 1972, Father’s Day became a national holiday in the US.<h2>Global observance</h2>Although many countries follow the U.S. and celebrate Father’s Day on the third Sunday of June, others observe it on different dates. For example, several Catholic nations recognize it on March 19 to coincide with the feast day of Saint Joseph, the earthly father of Jesus.<h2>Here’s a look at nations that celebrate Father’s Day on dates other than June 15:</h2><ul><li>March 19 - Italy, Honduras, Portugal, Spain (Celebrated on St. Joseph's Day)</li><li>May 11 - Romania (2nd Sunday in May)</li><li>June 1 - Lithuania, Switzerland (1st Sunday in June)</li><li>June 5 - Denmark (Celebrated on Constitution Day)</li><li>June 8 - Austria, Belgium (2nd Sunday in June)</li><li>June 17 - El Salvador</li><li>June 23 - Poland</li><li>July 27 - Dominican Republic (Last Sunday in July)</li><li>August 8 - Taiwan</li><li>August 10 - Brazil</li><li>September 7 - Australia, New Zealand (1st Sunday in September)</li><li>September 14 - Latvia (2nd Sunday in September)</li><li>October 5 - Luxembourg (1st Sunday in October)</li><li>November 9 - Estonia, Finland, Iceland, Norway, Sweden (2nd Sunday in November)</li><li>December 5 - Thailand</li></ul><h2>From Shakespeare to Sexton: What famous words say about fatherhood</h2><ul><li>"When a father gives to his son, both laugh; when a son gives to his father, both cry." &nbsp; -William Shakespeare (English playwright and poet)</li></ul>&nbsp;<ul><li>"No man stands taller than when he stoops to help a child." -Abraham Lincoln (16th US President)</li></ul>&nbsp;<ul><li>"My father gave me the greatest gift anyone could give another person, he believed in me." -Jim Valvano (American basketball player and coach)</li></ul>&nbsp;<ul><li>"Becoming a father is easy enough but being one can be very rough." -Wilhem Busch (German poet and illustrator)</li></ul>&nbsp;<ul><li>"To me, having kids is the ultimate job in life. I want to be most successful at being a good father." -Nick Lachey (American actor and singer-songwriter)</li></ul>&nbsp;<ul><li>"It doesn't matter who my father was; it matters who I remember he was." -Anne Sexton (American poet)</li></ul>

Happy Father’s Day: Know date, history and significance

Father’s Day is a special occasion celebrated across the globe to honour fathers and father figures for their love, and support. On Sunday (June 15), families around the world are marking the day with heartfelt gestures, from handmade cards and flowers to planned outings and quality time spent together. The holiday traces its roots to the United States and is largely credited to Sonora Smart Dodd, who wanted to recognise the sacrifices of her father, a Civil War veteran who raised six children after their mother passed away. First celebration The first Father’s Day took place on June 19, 1910, in Spokane, Washington. The day was chosen because it was the birth month of Dodd’s father. However, it wasn’t until 1972 that the holiday was officially recognised as a US national holiday, when President Richard Nixon signed it into law, designating the third Sunday in June for the celebration. Earlier recognition in West Virginia An earlier tribute to fathers occurred in 1908 in Fairmont, West Virginia. Grace Golden Clayton urged for a special church service to be held for men who had died in the Monongah mining disaster, including her own father. Although this event is sometimes referred to as the first Father’s Day, it did not receive wide recognition or become an annual observance. Concerns surrounding celebration When the concept of Father’s Day was first introduced, it was met with some resistance, especially from men who felt it was too similar to the already-established Mother’s Day. Despite this, the idea gradually gained national support, especially after endorsements from Presidents Calvin Coolidge in 1924 and Lyndon B. Johnson in 1966. Finally, in 1972, Father’s Day became a national holiday in the US. Global observance Although many countries follow the U.S. and celebrate Father’s Day on the third Sunday of June, others observe it on different dates. For example, several Catholic nations recognize it on March 19 to coincide with the feast day of Saint Joseph, the earthly father of Jesus. Here’s a look at nations that celebrate Father’s Day on dates other than June 15: March 19 - Italy, Honduras, Portugal, Spain (Celebrated on St. Joseph's Day) May 11 - Romania (2nd Sunday in May) June 1 - Lithuania, Switzerland (1st Sunday in June) June 5 - Denmark (Celebrated on Constitution Day) June 8 - Austria, Belgium (2nd Sunday in June) June 17 - El Salvador June 23 - Poland July 27 - Dominican Republic (Last Sunday in July) August 8 - Taiwan August 10 - Brazil September 7 - Australia, New Zealand (1st Sunday in September) September 14 - Latvia (2nd Sunday in September) October 5 - Luxembourg (1st Sunday in October) November 9 - Estonia, Finland, Iceland, Norway, Sweden (2nd Sunday in November) December 5 - Thailand From Shakespeare to Sexton: What famous words say about fatherhood "When a father gives to his son, both laugh; when a son gives to his father, both cry." -William Shakespeare (English playwright and poet) "No man stands taller than when he stoops to help a child." -Abraham Lincoln (16th US President) "My father gave me the greatest gift anyone could give another person, he believed in me." -Jim Valvano (American basketball player and coach) "Becoming a father is easy enough but being one can be very rough." -Wilhem Busch (German poet and illustrator) "To me, having kids is the ultimate job in life. I want to be most successful at being a good father." -Nick Lachey (American actor and singer-songwriter) "It doesn't matter who my father was; it matters who I remember he was." -Anne Sexton (American poet)

Father's Day traces its roots to the United States and is largely credited to Sonora Smart Dodd, who wanted to recognise the sacrifices of her father, a Civil War veteran who raised six children after their mother passed away.

Israel-Iran war: Iran’s foreign minister, Abbas Araghchi, said on Sunday (June 15) that Iran does not want its conflict with Israel to expand to neighbouring countries unless the situation is forced.&nbsp;“Dragging the conflict to the Persian Gulf is a strategic mistake, and its [Israel's] aim is to drag the war beyond Iranian territory,” Araghchi said during a meeting with foreign diplomats broadcast on state TV.The Iranian minister also accused America of supporting Israel in the ongoing conflict.&nbsp;“Israel’s attack would never have happened without the US green light and support,” Araghchi said.He added that &nbsp;Tehran does not believe American statements that Washington had taken no part in recent attacks.&nbsp;“It is necessary for the United States to condemn Israeli strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities if they want to prove their goodwill," Araghchi said.&nbsp;Attacks on Israel will end when its 'aggression stops'&nbsp;Araghchi also said that the attacks on Israel will end once Israel halts its military campaign against the Islamic republic.&nbsp;"We are defending ourselves; our defence is entirely legitimate," said Araghchi.&nbsp;"This defence is our response to aggression. If the aggression stops, naturally our responses will also stop," he added.&nbsp;Israel 'crossed a new red line'&nbsp;Moreover, Araghchi also said that Israel had "crossed a new red line" by targeting Iran's nuclear sites in strikes."The Zionist regime crossed a new red line in international law, and it was attacking nuclear facilities," the Iranian foreign minister said.&nbsp;Araghchi also said the Israeli attack "is being met with indifference at the Security Council," adding that Western governments have "condemned Iran instead of Israel despite it being the side that was violated".&nbsp;

Dragging conflict to Persian Gulf is strategic mistake: Iran Abbas Araghchi says Tehran does not want conflict expansion with Israel unless... 

Israel-Iran war: Iran’s foreign minister, Abbas Araghchi, said on Sunday (June 15) that Iran does not want its conflict with Israel to expand to neighbouring countries unless the situation is forced. “Dragging the conflict to the Persian Gulf is a strategic mistake, and its [Israel's] aim is to drag the war beyond Iranian territory,” Araghchi said during a meeting with foreign diplomats broadcast on state TV. The Iranian minister also accused America of supporting Israel in the ongoing conflict. “Israel’s attack would never have happened without the US green light and support,” Araghchi said. He added that Tehran does not believe American statements that Washington had taken no part in recent attacks. “It is necessary for the United States to condemn Israeli strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities if they want to prove their goodwill," Araghchi said. Attacks on Israel will end when its 'aggression stops' Araghchi also said that the attacks on Israel will end once Israel halts its military campaign against the Islamic republic. "We are defending ourselves; our defence is entirely legitimate," said Araghchi. "This defence is our response to aggression. If the aggression stops, naturally our responses will also stop," he added. Israel 'crossed a new red line' Moreover, Araghchi also said that Israel had "crossed a new red line" by targeting Iran's nuclear sites in strikes. "The Zionist regime crossed a new red line in international law, and it was attacking nuclear facilities," the Iranian foreign minister said. Araghchi also said the Israeli attack "is being met with indifference at the Security Council," adding that Western governments have "condemned Iran instead of Israel despite it being the side that was violated".

Iran’s foreign minister, Abbas Araghchi, said on Sunday (June 15) that Iran does not want its conflict with Israel to expand to neighbouring countries unless the situation is forced.&nbsp;

'Dragging conflict to Persian Gulf is strategic mistake': Iran's Abbas Araghchi says Tehran doesn't want conflict expansion with Israel unless...

Israel-Iran war: Amid the ongoing tensions, Iran’s civil aviation authorities have announced the country’s airspace will remain closed until 3 PM Sunday (June 5). It urged passengers to monitor the website for updates rather than go to airports in person.&nbsp;Earlier, the Iranian authorities had said that "no flights will be operated at any airports in the country in order to protect the safety of passengers… until further notice."&nbsp;This came after Israel launched a fresh attack on Saturday (June 14) on multiple key energy facilities in and around Tehran. The aerial attack on these cities ignited fires and massive panic among residents in the city. The Israeli attack targeted the Shahran fuel and gasoline depot in the north of the capital and the Shahr Rey oil refinery in the south, according to Iran’s oil ministry and state media reports.&nbsp;Visuals of the attack circulated on social media showed giant buildings engulfed by fire, back smoke rising.Later on, several Iranian news agencies reported that operations at the Tehran refinery are continuing, without disruption to fuel production or distribution.&nbsp;Moreover, Israel issued an evacuation warning on Sunday (June 15) for the residents near reactors in Iran, an Israeli military spokesperson said in a post on X, Reuters reports.&nbsp;Meanwhile, during a meeting with foreign diplomats broadcast on state TV, the Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said that Israel had "crossed a new red line" by targeting Iran's nuclear sites in strikes.&nbsp;"The Zionist regime crossed a new red line in international law, and it was attacking nuclear facilities," Araghchi said.&nbsp;Araghchi also said the Israeli attack "is being met with indifference at the Security Council," adding that Western governments have "condemned Iran instead of Israel despite it being the side that was violated".&nbsp;

Israel-Iran war: Iran airspace will remain closed until 3 PM Sunday 


Israel-Iran war: Amid the ongoing tensions, Iran’s civil aviation authorities have announced the country’s airspace will remain closed until 3 PM Sunday (June 5). It urged passengers to monitor the website for updates rather than go to airports in person. Earlier, the Iranian authorities had said that "no flights will be operated at any airports in the country in order to protect the safety of passengers… until further notice." This came after Israel launched a fresh attack on Saturday (June 14) on multiple key energy facilities in and around Tehran. The aerial attack on these cities ignited fires and massive panic among residents in the city. The Israeli attack targeted the Shahran fuel and gasoline depot in the north of the capital and the Shahr Rey oil refinery in the south, according to Iran’s oil ministry and state media reports. Visuals of the attack circulated on social media showed giant buildings engulfed by fire, back smoke rising. Later on, several Iranian news agencies reported that operations at the Tehran refinery are continuing, without disruption to fuel production or distribution. Moreover, Israel issued an evacuation warning on Sunday (June 15) for the residents near reactors in Iran, an Israeli military spokesperson said in a post on X, Reuters reports. Meanwhile, during a meeting with foreign diplomats broadcast on state TV, the Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said that Israel had "crossed a new red line" by targeting Iran's nuclear sites in strikes. "The Zionist regime crossed a new red line in international law, and it was attacking nuclear facilities," Araghchi said. Araghchi also said the Israeli attack "is being met with indifference at the Security Council," adding that Western governments have "condemned Iran instead of Israel despite it being the side that was violated".

Amid the ongoing tensions, Iran’s civil aviation authorities have announced the country’s airspace will remain closed until 3 PM Sunday (June 5).

Israel-Iran war: Iran's airspace will remain closed until 3 PM Sunday

Yemen's Huthi rebels, supported by Iran, on Sunday (June 15) said that they had fired a number of missiles at Israel as it was under Iranian fire, after a major Israeli bombardment campaign against the Islamic republic.&nbsp;The Huthis in a statement reported that they had "conducted a military operation against sensitive targets of the Israeli enemy" in central Israel.&nbsp;The group, which controls huge tracts of land in Yemen including the capital Sanaa, claimed to have pounded the region "at different times throughout the last 24 hours" with "a number of Palestine 2 hypersonic ballistic missiles".&nbsp;The Huthis claimed that their attacks were "coordinated with the operations carried out by the Iranian military". The group has been launching attacks against Israel, most of which have been intercepted, in what they say is support for Palestinians in Gaza during the Israel-Hamas war there.&nbsp;Yemen rebels have started firing missiles and drones at Israel and Israeli-associated targets since the outbreak of the Gaza war in October 2023.&nbsp;Israel has conducted multiple attacks against Huthi-controlled Yemen, including against ports and the Sanaa airport.&nbsp;Iran has launched a fresh wave of missile attacks against Israel as Tel Aviv said it was striking Tehran while intercepting missiles from Iran. The Iranian strikes also targeted the northern Israeli port city of Haifa, following which fire was seen erupting from an oil refinery in the area. Israel's firefighting service said that residential buildings were hit in Iranian strikes. It added that a fire started in the country's coastal and northern districts after Tehran launched a new barrage of missiles.&nbsp;“Several incidents have been reported to the Israel Fire and Rescue Services command centres in the Coastal and Northern Districts, with hits on residential buildings and a fire in an open area,” Israel Fire and Rescue Services spokesman Tal Volbovitz said in a statement.

Iran Israel war Targeted Israel with ballistic missiles in coordination with Iran say Yemens Houthis

Yemen's Huthi rebels, supported by Iran, on Sunday (June 15) said that they had fired a number of missiles at Israel as it was under Iranian fire, after a major Israeli bombardment campaign against the Islamic republic. The Huthis in a statement reported that they had "conducted a military operation against sensitive targets of the Israeli enemy" in central Israel. The group, which controls huge tracts of land in Yemen including the capital Sanaa, claimed to have pounded the region "at different times throughout the last 24 hours" with "a number of Palestine 2 hypersonic ballistic missiles". The Huthis claimed that their attacks were "coordinated with the operations carried out by the Iranian military". The group has been launching attacks against Israel, most of which have been intercepted, in what they say is support for Palestinians in Gaza during the Israel-Hamas war there. Yemen rebels have started firing missiles and drones at Israel and Israeli-associated targets since the outbreak of the Gaza war in October 2023. Israel has conducted multiple attacks against Huthi-controlled Yemen, including against ports and the Sanaa airport. Iran has launched a fresh wave of missile attacks against Israel as Tel Aviv said it was striking Tehran while intercepting missiles from Iran. The Iranian strikes also targeted the northern Israeli port city of Haifa, following which fire was seen erupting from an oil refinery in the area. Israel's firefighting service said that residential buildings were hit in Iranian strikes. It added that a fire started in the country's coastal and northern districts after Tehran launched a new barrage of missiles. “Several incidents have been reported to the Israel Fire and Rescue Services command centres in the Coastal and Northern Districts, with hits on residential buildings and a fire in an open area,” Israel Fire and Rescue Services spokesman Tal Volbovitz said in a statement.

The group has been launching attacks against Israel, most of which have been intercepted

Iran-Israel war: 'Targeted Israel with ballistic missiles in coordination with Iran', say Yemen's Houthis

Israel-Iran war: Amid the ongoing tensions with Iran, Israel launched a fresh attack on Saturday (June 14) on multiple key energy facilities in and around Tehran. The aerial attack on these cities ignited fires and massive panic among residents in the city. The Israeli attack targeted the Shahran fuel and gasoline depot in the north of the capital and the Shahr Rey oil refinery in the south, according to Iran’s oil ministry and state media reports.Visuals of the attack circulated on social media showed giant buildings engulfed by fire, back smoke rising.Later on, several Iranian news agencies reported that operations at the Tehran refinery are continuing, without disruption to fuel production or distribution.&nbsp;Moreover, Israel issued an evacuation warning on Sunday (June 15) for the residents near reactors in Iran, an Israeli military spokesperson said in a post on X, Reuters reports.&nbsp;Meanwhile, during a meeting with foreign diplomats broadcast on state TV, the Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said that Israel had "crossed a new red line" by targeting Iran's nuclear sites in strikes.&nbsp;"The Zionist regime crossed a new red line in international law, and it was attacking nuclear facilities," Araghchi said.&nbsp;Araghchi also said the Israeli attack "is being met with indifference at the Security Council," adding that Western governments have "condemned Iran instead of Israel despite it being the side that was violated".

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Israel strikes at Mehrabad International Airport in Iran’s capital, Tehran. Reportedly, the attack blew up the fuel depot and destroyed all military aircraft housed at the airport. <a href="https://t.co/zdrheVxdnu">pic.twitter.com/zdrheVxdnu</a>&mdash; Ozor Ndi Ozor (@eemmanuels4) <a href="https://twitter.com/eemmanuels4/status/1933869457052753921?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 14, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Trump's warning to Iran&nbsp;Meanwhile, among all this chaos, the US President Donald Trump warned Iran that it will witness attacks "to levels never seen before" if it attacks the US.&nbsp;Taking to his social media platform Truth Social, Trump wrote, "The US had nothing to do with the attack on Iran tonight. If we are attacked in any way, shape, or form by Iran, the full strength and might of the US Armed Forces will come down on you at levels never seen before. However, we can easily get a deal done between Iran and Israel, and end this bloody conflict!!!"&nbsp; &nbsp;

WATCH | Israel targets key oil facilities of Tehran, ignites fire and panic 

Israel-Iran war: Amid the ongoing tensions with Iran, Israel launched a fresh attack on Saturday (June 14) on multiple key energy facilities in and around Tehran. The aerial attack on these cities ignited fires and massive panic among residents in the city. The Israeli attack targeted the Shahran fuel and gasoline depot in the north of the capital and the Shahr Rey oil refinery in the south, according to Iran’s oil ministry and state media reports. Visuals of the attack circulated on social media showed giant buildings engulfed by fire, back smoke rising. Later on, several Iranian news agencies reported that operations at the Tehran refinery are continuing, without disruption to fuel production or distribution. Moreover, Israel issued an evacuation warning on Sunday (June 15) for the residents near reactors in Iran, an Israeli military spokesperson said in a post on X, Reuters reports. Meanwhile, during a meeting with foreign diplomats broadcast on state TV, the Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said that Israel had "crossed a new red line" by targeting Iran's nuclear sites in strikes. "The Zionist regime crossed a new red line in international law, and it was attacking nuclear facilities," Araghchi said. Araghchi also said the Israeli attack "is being met with indifference at the Security Council," adding that Western governments have "condemned Iran instead of Israel despite it being the side that was violated".

Israel launched a fresh attack on Saturday (June 14) on multiple key energy facilities in and around Tehran. The aerial attack on these cities ignited fires and massive panic among residents in the city.&nbsp;

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