On June 13, 2025, Israel launched a major military operation against Iran targeting nuclear and military sites. Read full details, reactions, and implications of this historic strike.
📰 Overview of the Israel-Iran Conflict (June 2025)
In a bold and unprecedented move, Israel launched a large-scale aerial attack on Iran on June 13, 2025, striking key military, nuclear, and intelligence assets. The operation marks a significant escalation in tensions between the two regional powers, with potential for broader conflict across the Middle East.
Operation Details
Name: Operation Rising Lion
Date: June 13, 2025
Carried Out By: Israeli Air Force, Mossad, Cyber Units
Main Targets:
- Nuclear research sites (Natanz, Arak, Isfahan)
- Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) bases
- Military airfields in Tabriz and Shiraz
- Communication and intelligence hubs
According to early reports, over 200 Israeli fighter jets participated in the operation, entering Iranian airspace through neutral zones with support from covert units and drones already placed inside.
Iranian Casualties
The Iranian government confirmed the deaths of several high-ranking officials:
- Maj. Gen. Hossein Salami, Commander of the IRGC
- Gen. Mohammad Bagheri, Chief of Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces
- Several nuclear scientists and missile program engineers
The exact number of casualties remains unclear, but unofficial estimates suggest over 100 military personnel killed in the first wave.
Iran’s Immediate Response
Iran has launched a counter-operation involving:
- Over 100 drones launched toward Israel, most intercepted by Israeli defense systems.
- Military drills along the Iraq and Syria borders.
- Warnings of a “severe and lasting retaliation” from Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
🌍 Global Reactions
🇺🇸 United States:
Urged restraint from both sides. President’s office clarified the U.S. was not involved but reaffirmed support for Israel’s right to defend itself.
🇷🇺 Russia:
Condemned the attack, called for an emergency UN Security Council session.
🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia, UAE, Jordan:
Closed parts of their airspace, fearing missile misfires or spillover attacks.
🇺🇳 UN Secretary-General:
Called the strike “a dangerous step that could ignite a regional war.”
Impact on Global Markets
- Oil prices surged by 8%, crossing $100 per barrel due to fears of supply chain disruptions.
- Middle East airline routes and cargo shipping schedules are being altered or suspended temporarily.
- Financial markets in Asia and Europe responded with caution.
What Happens Next?
Analysts believe this could lead to:
- A full proxy war in Lebanon, Syria, and Iraq via Hezbollah and other Iran-backed groups.
- Increased cyberattacks and covert operations between Iran and Israel.
- A renewed nuclear arms race in the region.
Conclusion
This attack marks a turning point in Middle Eastern history. For Pakistan and the broader Muslim world, the coming days will be crucial in understanding the new regional balance of power.
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