The long-standing Israel-Iran rivalry has escalated into direct military conflict in June 2025. After an Israeli airstrike in April 2024 on Iran's Damascus consulate, followed by retaliatory Iranian missile and drone attacks on Israel, tensions have continuously mounted.
On June 13, 2025, Israel launched "Operation Rising Lion," conducting widespread airstrikes on Iranian nuclear and military facilities, reportedly killing top IRGC commanders. Israel stated the aim was to cripple Iran's nuclear program and remove its threat. In response, Iran launched "Operation True Promise III," firing over 150 ballistic missiles and 100 drones at Israeli targets, causing casualties and damage in cities including Tel Aviv. Iran has threatened further "harsh responses" and warned of attacks on Israeli and US forces in the region.
The conflict is ongoing and highly volatile, with both sides continuing to exchange fire. International bodies, including the UN and IAEA, have urged de-escalation and restraint, expressing grave concerns about the regional and global consequences, including potential impacts on oil prices and the global economy. The US has denied direct involvement in the Israeli strikes but has defended Israel's right to self-defense, while warning Iran against targeting US assets. The situation is seen as a major escalation from their previous proxy warfare.
#IsraelIranConflict
On June 13, 2025, Israel launched "Operation Rising Lion," conducting widespread airstrikes on Iranian nuclear and military facilities, reportedly killing top IRGC commanders. Israel stated the aim was to cripple Iran's nuclear program and remove its threat. In response, Iran launched "Operation True Promise III," firing over 150 ballistic missiles and 100 drones at Israeli targets, causing casualties and damage in cities including Tel Aviv. Iran has threatened further "harsh responses" and warned of attacks on Israeli and US forces in the region.
The conflict is ongoing and highly volatile, with both sides continuing to exchange fire. International bodies, including the UN and IAEA, have urged de-escalation and restraint, expressing grave concerns about the regional and global consequences, including potential impacts on oil prices and the global economy. The US has denied direct involvement in the Israeli strikes but has defended Israel's right to self-defense, while warning Iran against targeting US assets. The situation is seen as a major escalation from their previous proxy warfare.
#IsraelIranConflict
