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Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2025-06-21 at 15:04
HEADLINES
Israel Targets Iran Military Bases in Escalating Attacks
Hezbollah Hit Hard as Israel Strikes Lebanon Border
US Moves B-2 Stealth Bombers Amid Regional Tensions
The time is now 11:00 AM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.
At 11:00 AM, tensions and ongoing hostilities in the Middle East remain at the forefront of international attention. Reports confirm that Israel has launched multiple strikes targeting Iranian military and infrastructure sites across the region, including in Ahvaz in southwestern Iran, where several Revolutionary Guard bases were reportedly hit within minutes. Iranian sources describe these as precise, coordinated attacks aimed at military facilities, missile storage, and electronic detection systems, raising concerns of expanded conflict.
In Iran, the aftermath of Israeli airstrikes is evident, with the Iranian cyber police headquarters in Tehran reportedly destroyed in recent strikes. Additionally, thick smoke now surrounds the mausoleum of Ayatollah Khomeini, the founder of the Islamic Republic, after Israeli military operations targeted strategic sites in the capital. Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has visited the damaged offices of the Iranian Broadcasting Corporation, signaling the severity of the strikes and Iran's response.
Further south, Iranian reports indicate Israeli attacks near the port of Mahshahr in the Khuzestan Province, with some sources claiming the targeting of a naval base linked to Iran’s maritime forces. These actions suggest a concerted effort by Israel to weaken Iran’s military capabilities amid escalating hostilities.
Meanwhile, Israeli military operations extend beyond Iran. Israeli aircraft are reported to have bombed multiple Revolutionary Guard locations in Ahvaz, with some sources claiming simultaneous strikes on all bases in the area, indicating a significant escalation. Israeli officials have yet to officially comment, but sources suggest that these actions are part of broader efforts to degrade Iran’s military infrastructure.
In Gaza, the situation remains dire as Hamas continues to suffer setbacks. The group’s military wing has appointed a new Chief of Staff—replacing Muhammad Sinwar—amid ongoing conflict and internal shifts. The hostage crisis persists, with civilians and fighters caught in the crossfire, and Hamas’s military communications indicate ongoing planning and coordination with allied groups.
Lebanese Hezbollah has sustained heavy damage from recent Israeli strikes, particularly in southern Lebanon, where the IDF claims to have decimated Hezbollah’s operational capabilities. Reports from Lebanese sources suggest an effort to push Hezbollah fighters out of border regions, attempting to weaken their influence and prevent cross-border attacks.
Yemen’s Houthis continue their missile and drone assaults from the south, launching attacks on Saudi Arabia and neighboring states, complicating regional stability. The Houthi leadership remains committed to confronting coalition forces, with no signs of de-escalation.
Internationally, diplomatic tensions are mounting. The European Union is debating a confidential report suggesting possible violations of international law by Israel in Gaza and the West Bank, though opposition from key allies such as Germany and the Czech Republic is expected to delay any immediate sanctions.
In the United States, President Donald Trump has publicly disavowed the claims made by the Director of National Intelligence, suggesting that Iran is not pursuing nuclear weapons—a statement that has reignited debate over US intelligence assessments. Former Congresswoman Tulsi Gabbard, once linked to intelligence circles, has since retracted her comments, blaming media misrepresentations.
Meanwhile, amidst the chaos, a tragic incident occurred in Brazil, where a
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