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Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2025-06-23 at 03:03

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HEADLINES
Israel Strikes Iran Nuclear Sites in Devastating Attack
Iran Threatens Retaliation as Regional Tensions Surge
US Warns Iran of Extended Conflict Risks

The time is now 11:00 PM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.

At eleven p.m., the situation in the region remains tense and complex. Reports indicate that Iran has suffered significant damage to its nuclear facilities following recent Israeli strikes, with satellite images showing extensive destruction deep underground within the nuclear sites. Former US President Donald Trump publicly confirmed the precision of these attacks, describing the damage as "a massive blow" to Iran’s nuclear program.

Meanwhile, tensions escalated further as Israel intercepted an unmanned aerial vehicle near Eilat, with no alerts issued to the public, suggesting a preemptive military response. In addition, sirens sounded in several central regions of Israel, triggered by the interception of an Iranian missile, intensifying fears of a broader regional conflict. Reports also emerged of Israeli military strikes targeting Iranian positions in Tehran, underscoring the reach of the ongoing hostilities.

Across the border in Iran, the situation is equally volatile. The Iranian regime announced that the 21st phase of a missile warning system had not yet commenced, amid widespread civilian movement and heightened alert levels. Iran’s Revolutionary Guard Corps detained the family of a UK-based Iranian television anchor, raising concerns about increased internal repression and hostage tactics. Iran’s leadership continues to threaten retaliation, with Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei vowing to respond to Israeli and US actions, while some reports suggest that Iran is mobilizing its military assets in anticipation of further strikes.

The United States has issued a warning to Iran, asserting that any offensive could trigger the activation of terror cells within the US, heightening the risk of an extended conflict. The US government remains on high alert, closely monitoring developments and reaffirming its commitment to Israel’s security.

Australia’s foreign minister expressed support for US actions against Iran but called for de-escalation and a return to diplomatic negotiations, emphasizing the importance of preventing Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons.

The broader regional landscape features ongoing missile and drone attacks from Houthi forces in Yemen, contributing to the instability. The Lebanese Hezbollah, severely weakened by recent Israeli military operations, is under pressure to withdraw from Lebanese territory, while the Syrian government’s new leadership is reported to have distanced itself from Iran’s influence following Bashar al-Assad’s ouster, potentially shifting alliances in the region.

As the night progresses, the international community watches with concern. The combination of military strikes, diplomatic warnings, and internal crackdowns signals a period of heightened tension that could have lasting repercussions for regional and global security.

Thank you for tuning in to this Israel Today: Ongoing War Report update.
I'm Noa Levi. Stay safe and informed.
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SOURCES
https://www.maariv.co.il/breaking-news/article-1208007
https://www.maariv.co.il/breaking-news/article-1208006
https://www.ynetnews.com/article/r1oevlivlx
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