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Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2025-06-13 at 06:05
HEADLINES
Israel Launches Decisive Strike on Iran Nuclear Sites
Iran Responds with 100 Drones Amid Escalating Tensions
Regional Chaos Deepens as Lebanon, Syria, Yemen Threaten
The time is now 02:00 AM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.
Israel remains deeply engaged in a multi-front conflict that continues to shape the security landscape of the Middle East. Over the past hours, significant developments have unfolded across Iran, Gaza, the West Bank, Lebanon, Syria, Iraq, and Yemen, reflecting a coordinated Israeli response to escalating threats and ongoing regional tensions.
In Iran, Israel launched Operation Rising Lion, striking over a hundred targets, including key nuclear sites, missile launch facilities, and military command centers. Reports indicate the elimination of Iran’s top military leaders, such as Chief of Staff Mohammad Bagheri and Revolutionary Guards Commander Hussein Salami. The operation also targeted nuclear infrastructure, with initial assessments suggesting precise hits on nuclear enrichment and missile sites. Iran’s leadership has responded with strong rhetoric, warning of harsh retaliation and asserting that the Israeli attack has brought Iran closer to developing a nuclear weapon. Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ali Khamenei, declared that Israel should expect severe punishment, while reports emerge of damage to Iranian military headquarters in Tehran and explosions near nuclear facilities.
Meanwhile, Iran’s response appears to be underway, with Iran reportedly launching over 100 drones at Israel. The Israeli Defense Forces confirmed active efforts to intercept these UAVs, amid rising tensions and fears of missile exchanges. The Israeli military has activated its air defenses, and public safety measures have been reinforced, including closing the skies to commercial flights and urging civilians to stay near protected areas.
On the diplomatic front, the United States has publicly stated that it was not involved in Israel’s preemptive strikes, emphasizing that Israel considered the operation a necessary act of self-defense. President Donald Trump confirmed that Israel informed Washington of the strike in advance, but the US did not participate militarily, highlighting the operation’s independent strategic decision. The White House warned Iran against attacking American interests, underscoring ongoing concerns about regional stability.
In the Gaza Strip, Israeli military sources report ongoing strikes targeting Hamas and other militant infrastructure, aiming to diminish the threat posed by terrorist groups. The Israeli government has also closed the crossing points and reinforced domestic alerts, preparing for possible retaliatory actions from Palestinian factions.
Lebanon’s Hezbollah has issued statements warning of possible escalation, while the Lebanese military has reported the closure of its airspace. In Syria, Israel’s strikes have targeted Iranian-backed militias and weapons depots, with reports of explosions and increased military activity near the border.
In Iraq, reports indicate that Israel’s operations have disrupted Iranian-backed militia activities, with some sources suggesting a series of retaliatory exchanges. Yemen’s Houthis have also announced their support for Iran’s response, preparing to launch missile attacks against Israeli and regional targets.
Domestically, Israel’s leadership remains resolute. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu affirmed the operation as a decisive moment in Israel’s history, emphasizing that the strikes aim to prevent Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons and to eliminate threats to Israeli survival. The Israeli Home Front Command issued emergency instructions, with civilians advised to remain near protected spaces and avoid open areas.
International reactions are mixed; while some Arab states like Saudi Ar
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