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Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2025-06-21 at 19:04
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Israeli Strikes Destroy Iranian Jets Amid Escalation
Iran Rejects Diplomacy as Conflict Intensifies
Yemen Threatens Red Sea Amid Regional Tensions
The time is now 03:00 PM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.
Here is the comprehensive hourly news update based on the latest information available:
Today, the situation in the Middle East remains highly tense and complex. Israeli military forces have launched a series of targeted strikes against Iranian military assets, including the destruction of three Iranian F-14 fighter jets in central Iran. Additionally, the Israeli Air Force has conducted numerous operations, focusing on missile systems and key Iranian military commanders. These actions come amidst an ongoing conflict with Iran that has seen the firing of approximately 480 missiles and 1,110 attack drones toward Israeli territory since June 13th, resulting in at least 25 fatalities, including children, and over 2,500 injuries. The attacks have caused extensive damage, with damages estimated at over two billion shekels, and prompted mass evacuations and continued restrictions on educational and public gatherings.
In response, Israel has intensified its military operations, including launching over a thousand strikes on Iranian missile facilities and high-ranking officials. The Israel Defense Forces have also targeted Iranian naval assets, attacking the navy base and Iranian ships at the strategic port of Bandar Abbas. The Israeli military reports that their defenses successfully intercepted multiple missile and drone attacks, and the Chief of Staff has praised the global attention and admiration for Israel's defensive capabilities, emphasizing that the entire world is watching with awe.
Meanwhile, Iran continues to deny diplomatic avenues, with Tehran signaling rejection of negotiations as it faces mounting Israeli strikes. Iranian officials have claimed that the nuclear site in Dimona could become a legitimate target if the conflict escalates further. Iran also reports the death of several Revolutionary Guard members in recent Israeli bombings, including airstrikes on Iranian military aircraft, with three F-14 jets destroyed in central Iran.
In Iraq, a downed Israeli military fuel tank was reported in Baghdad, and Iran announced the killing of a senior Iraqi militia leader, Khidr al-Moussawi, in Iran, further signaling regional instability. The situation has prompted Israel’s Home Front Command to maintain strict security measures, with ongoing restrictions on civilian activities and continued deployment of missile defense systems. These measures are expected to remain in place until at least Monday evening.
On the international front, the United States has not yet engaged in direct military action against Iran, despite increased tensions. However, the Pentagon has deployed B-2 stealth bombers to the Pacific in a show of force. American politicians continue to express support for Israel, with some officials emphasizing the importance of protecting Jewish communities worldwide, though there has been controversy over comments made by certain US senators regarding the value of different lives.
In the broader regional picture, Houthi militants in Yemen have threatened to resume attacks on the Red Sea if the US joins Israeli operations against Iran. Meanwhile, diplomatic efforts face criticism, as some Arab states and opposition groups accuse Washington of attempting to coerce normalization between Syria and Israel through proposed peace pacts, which have met resistance from Damascus and its allies.
Finally, a tragic incident was reported in Brazil, where at least eight people died and thirteen survived after a hot air balloon crash in Praia Grande. This unrelated event underscores the ongoing nature of crises worldwide.
As the conflict persists, Isra
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