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On the night of June 13, 2025, tensions in the Middle East exploded as Iran launched a large-scale missile and drone strike on Israel. The move was a direct retaliation to Israel’s previous attack on Iranian nuclear facilities and military commanders.
📍 Operation Name: True Promise III
Under the codename “True Promise III,” Iran fired:
- Over 150 ballistic missiles
- More than 100 kamikaze drones
The attacks targeted Tel Aviv, Jerusalem, and several strategic military locations. Although Israel’s missile defense systems (Iron Dome, David’s Sling) intercepted most of them, a number still landed—causing fatalities and infrastructure damage.
🎯 Confirmed Hits & Casualties
- The IDF’s central headquarters in Tel Aviv’s Kiryat district was hit.
- At least 3 civilians were killed and 40+ injured, including soldiers and first responders.
- Air raid sirens triggered across the country; thousands took shelter.
🛑 The Retaliation: Why Did Iran Strike?
Iran’s strike was in response to Israel’s Operation Rising Lion, which targeted:
- Iran’s Natanz and Isfahan nuclear sites,
- And several top IRGC commanders.
The Iranian government confirmed:
- 78 killed,
- Over 320 wounded,
as a result of that Israeli strike.
🗣️ Political Statements
- Ayatollah Khamenei: “We will drag Israel to ruin.”
- PM Netanyahu: “A much stronger retaliation will follow.”
- President Biden: “We stand with Israel's defense—but don’t want full-scale war.”
🌍 International Reactions
- The UN, EU, Pope Francis, and French President Macron all urged for de-escalation.
- The US offered missile defense support to Israel.
- Iran hinted that US bases in the region may also be targeted.
⏳ Current Situation & Outlook
- Iran promises more strikes.
- Israel is preparing for a large-scale counterattack.
- Analysts warn: This might be the beginning of a prolonged regional conflict, not just a one-time escalation.
