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Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2025-06-14 at 12:04
HEADLINES
1. Israel Strikes Iran’s Nuclear Sites Amid Escalating Tensions
2. Iran Retaliates with Explosions and Targeted Killings
3. Middle East on Edge as Regional Conflicts Intensify
The time is now 08:00 AM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.
At 8:00 AM, Israel remains deeply engaged in its multifaceted conflict with Iran and its proxies across multiple fronts. Over the past day, Israeli military forces have conducted targeted strikes on Iranian military and nuclear infrastructure, including underground uranium enrichment facilities in Natanz and Isfahan, as part of Operation Rising Lion. These strikes aim to impede Iran’s nuclear advancements while avoiding the heavily fortified Fordo site, reportedly due to fears of radiological hazards.
In Iran, reports indicate that the country’s leadership has taken significant precautions, with Iranian authorities withdrawing some aircraft amid fears of further Israeli attacks. Iranian state media has also reported multiple explosions at military bases, including the Imam Hassan base in Kermanshah, with some sources suggesting these may be retaliatory strikes by Israel. Additionally, Iranian officials have announced the killing of several high-ranking military officers, including the deputy head of intelligence and the deputy head of operations, along with the death of multiple nuclear scientists, raising concerns about internal instability and targeted assassinations.
Israel has also responded to threats from Iran with a series of precision airstrikes targeting missile launchers and air defense sites in Iran, including in the Tehran area and in regions like Kermanshah and Abadan. These actions are part of Israel’s broader effort to degrade Iran’s military capabilities and prevent missile proliferation.
Meanwhile, in Jordan, a Jordanian jet reportedly intercepted and destroyed an Iranian-made drone over Jordanian skies, signaling escalated regional tensions. In the West Bank, authorities arrested a resident of Kafr Kanna after he posted support for Iran on social media, illustrating ongoing domestic security concerns.
On the diplomatic front, Iran has issued stern warnings to France, the United Kingdom, and the United States, cautioning against their involvement in efforts to intercept missile fire or assist Israel. Iran’s military leadership has emphasized that the removal of Iranian air defenses by Israel allows Israeli fighter jets closer access to targets but has also claimed that no further Iranian attacks are imminent in the coming hours.
International markets experienced modest declines over the weekend, reflecting global economic uncertainty amid ongoing geopolitical upheavals. Stock indices in New York and Europe declined slightly, with investors cautious about the potential for broader regional conflict impacting global stability.
Domestically within Israel, security remains tight. Seven Israeli soldiers were lightly injured yesterday when a missile launched from Iran fell in the center of the country, underscoring the continued threat to civilian populations. The Israeli Home Front Command reported an initial technical malfunction in the early warning system during a recent missile alert, which has since been addressed.
In other regional developments, Egypt announced the detention and forced deportation of thousands of activists attempting to break the Gaza blockade, highlighting the ongoing humanitarian and political crisis in the region. Additionally, reports from Syria indicate Iranian drones have been spotted over the Kusayr area in Homs, suggesting that Iran’s military footprint remains active in neighboring countries.
Finally, in Israel, a tragic incident occurred last night in Rishon LeZion, where a missile from Iran struck a residential area, resulting in the death of 73-year-old Israel Aloni. Th
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