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Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2025-06-13 at 17:04
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Israel intercepts Iranian drone over Syria sparks regional alert
Iran claims successful shootdown of Israeli drone at nuclear site
Yemen missile hits Hebron amid escalating Middle East tensions
The time is now 01:00 PM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.
At 1:00 PM, tensions across the Middle East remain high amid ongoing military confrontations and international developments. Reports confirm that Israel successfully intercepted an Iranian drone over the southwest province of Quneitra in Syria. This incident follows a series of alerts and military preparedness measures by Israeli defenses. Meanwhile, Iran’s state media claims its air defenses managed to shoot down an Israeli drone flying over the Fordo nuclear facility, which Iran describes as a successful interception.
In the broader regional landscape, Israel’s military has reported a missile launched from Yemen that fell in the Hebron area. No interception was needed, and authorities are currently investigating the event. Israeli Defense Forces have also identified a missile launch from Yemen, triggering alerts across parts of the country. The Israeli Home Front Command has warned that sirens and alerts are expected to be widespread, with most of the nation likely to experience emergency notifications or alarms.
On the diplomatic front, the United Nations Security Council has convened an emergency session at Iran’s request following Israeli strikes on what Israel describes as military and nuclear targets. Israel’s ambassador defended the operations as necessary measures to prevent Iran from advancing its nuclear capabilities, emphasizing the country’s security concerns.
In Iran, the military and defense systems are reportedly working continuously, though with limited success. Iranian media reports that its air defenses successfully intercepted an Israeli drone over the Fordo nuclear site, which Iran describes as a significant achievement. However, there are reports of a missile launched from Iran that was shot down shortly after liftoff, possibly due to a human error in the alert system, which has caused some false alarms.
Additionally, there have been multiple explosions at Iranian military facilities, including a recent attack in Karaj—home to key military infrastructure—and reports of fires at the Revolutionary Guard’s space and missile command centers in Karg, suggesting ongoing covert operations or retaliatory strikes. Iran also reports a recent attack on the Humayda base, which further escalates regional tensions.
Meanwhile, Israel confirms that it targeted the Fordo nuclear site in Iran, describing it as a major operation similar to previous strikes on nuclear infrastructure. The operation, called Rising Lion, was reportedly ordered six months ago following the assassination of Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah, with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu revealing the timing of the plan.
In the United States, officials express concern that Israeli military actions could serve as a pretext for Iran to alter its government, amid reports of increased activity and sabotage at Iranian military and nuclear sites. The US also reports multiple explosions at Iran’s missile and space command centers, with some attributing these to covert Israeli or allied operations.
Iran’s military has issued a stern warning, with Iranian authorities instructing citizens not to photograph or share images of missile movements, considering such actions as crimes that could compromise operational security. Iranian channels also report smoke rising from the Imam Khomeini airbase in western Iran, which is strategically positioned for potential attacks against Israel.
In the political arena, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has disclosed that the planned attack on Iran’s nuclear facilities was scheduled for late Ap
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