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Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2025-06-22 at 06:04
HEADLINES
1. Iran Fires 30 Missiles at Israel Amid Escalation
2. US Strikes Iran Nuclear Sites as Middle East War Expands
3. Israel Faces Severe Damage and Injuries in Missile Attacks
The time is now 02:00 AM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.
At two a.m., a tumult of events continues to unfold across Israel and the broader Middle East, marking an intensification of the ongoing conflict. Earlier today, Israel responded to a series of aggressive actions from Iran and its proxies with a wave of military strikes. The Israeli Air Force targeted military installations in western Iran, including missile launchers preparing to fire on Israeli territory, as well as Iranian military personnel involved in hostilities. These operations follow a series of Iranian missile volleys aimed at Israel, with approximately thirty projectiles launched from Iran, resulting in multiple impact sites across central and northern regions. Israeli emergency responders report at least eleven injuries, with one individual sustaining moderate wounds from shrapnel. In response, the Israeli military has conducted further strikes in Lebanon's Beqaa Valley, targeting Hezbollah-affiliated positions, following recent reports of increased hostilities there.
Meanwhile, the United States has engaged directly in the conflict. Early this morning, American forces carried out strikes against Iran’s nuclear facilities, including the underground sites at Fordow, Natanz, and Esfahan. These actions have been characterized as a significant violation of international law by Iran, with Tehran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi condemning the strikes as a gross breach of the UN Charter, international law, and the Non-Proliferation Treaty. Iran has vowed to defend its sovereignty and indicated that all options remain on the table. The attack from the United States represents a notable escalation, with President Trump warning that any subsequent attacks on American interests would be met with overwhelming force.
In the wake of the American strikes, Iran responded with a barrage of missile attacks on Israel, firing over thirty projectiles from north to south, with ten impacting various sites, including residential areas and critical infrastructure. Emergency services report that at least ten civilians have been wounded, among them a man in his thirties with moderate injuries and several with lighter wounds. The missile assaults also caused extensive property damage, including a direct hit on a residential building in central Israel and destruction at several impact zones across the country. Israel’s defense systems successfully intercepted most incoming missiles, but some did reach their targets, causing injuries and damage.
Adding to the chaos, reports indicate that Iran’s Houthi allies in Yemen have threatened to attack US ships in the Red Sea, while pro-Iranian militias in Iraq and Syria have pledged retaliatory actions against American forces. The international community remains on edge, with global leaders calling for restraint. The United Nations has urged for diplomacy to prevent further escalation, even as Israeli officials emphasize the importance of defending national security.
Domestically, Israel faces a complex and perilous situation, with residents in affected areas urged to remain in shelters, though some regions have been cleared for civilians to return. Rescue teams are working tirelessly, treating numerous casualties and searching for survivors amid widespread destruction. A notable incident occurred in central Israel, where a missile strike caused significant damage near a retirement home, leading to multiple injuries.
As this volatile episode unfolds, the question remains whether further escalation will occur or if regional and international actors can steer toward de-escalation. The conflict’s trajectory is uncertain, but it
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