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Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2025-06-13 at 22:04
HEADLINES
1. Iran’s regime teeters amid internal explosions and air defense activation
2. Israel intercepts Iranian drones as regional tensions ignite
3. Iran’s future at stake as protests and military unrest escalate
The time is now 06:00 PM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.
At six o'clock in the evening, Israel remains under significant pressure from multiple fronts amid ongoing hostilities. The Israel Defense Forces successfully intercepted two Iranian-made unmanned aerial vehicles launched toward Israeli territory. Additionally, there are reports of suspected hostile aerial incursions in the regions of Eilat and the Arava Valley, prompting heightened alertness and defensive measures.
On the geopolitical front, Reza Pahlavi, son of Iran’s late shah, issued a stirring call to Iran’s security forces, urging them to abandon the current regime. He expressed hope that the Islamic republic could be toppled, blaming Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei for dragging Iran into a war with Israel. Pahlavi emphasized that the government in Tehran is fragile and divided, encouraging military, police, and security personnel to break away from the regime and join the people’s cause. The international community is advised to refrain from supporting Iran’s current regime, which he characterizes as terrorist and weak.
Meanwhile, Iran reports ongoing explosions in Tehran and the activation of air defense systems, suggesting heightened tensions within the country. In Iran’s strategic military sites south and southeast of Tehran, including the Khojir missile manufacturing complex and the Parchin nuclear facility, high concentrations of air defense batteries and radar systems remain operational despite limited damage from recent Israeli airstrikes.
In the region surrounding Iran, several countries express support for Israel’s defensive measures. According to a source from the United States, regional nations have reaffirmed their backing for Israel’s air defense systems, echoing previous instances of international solidarity.
In Gaza, reports indicate that Israeli forces are carefully monitoring escalating conflict between Israel and Iranian-backed militias. Israeli military sources suggest limited but targeted responses, with ongoing efforts to prevent broader escalation.
In Lebanon, celebrations and marches are underway in the southern suburbs of Beirut, a response to recent Iranian-backed attacks on Israel. Tensions remain high, with Hezbollah and other groups demonstrating their support for Iran’s regional stance.
In Syria, Israeli jets continue to target Iranian logistical and military assets, with reports of explosions at various sites. The Israeli government maintains that its operations aim to prevent Iran from establishing a military foothold in Syria.
Iraq reports a series of missile and drone attacks targeting Iranian-backed militias, with Israeli air force jets reportedly targeting Iranian nuclear assets in Iran's Natanz plant. An American intelligence source confirmed that Israel’s recent strikes on Natanz’s facilities were highly effective.
In Yemen, no significant new developments have been reported at this time, though the conflict’s overall regional impact continues to influence the broader security environment.
Within Israel, the situation remains tense. The government’s military and emergency services are actively engaged, with hospitals in Tel Aviv, Beilinson, and Sheba reporting a combined total of forty-one injured victims from recent missile attacks—ranging from critical to minor injuries. The military has also intercepted a missile earlier today over the Red Sea, and the air force continues targeting Iranian military and nuclear sites.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu held a high-level security briefing with senior ministers and
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