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Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2025-06-23 at 08:07
HEADLINES
1. Iran Launches Devastating Missiles Targeting Israel
2. Israel Strikes Iran Bases in Historic Military Blitz
3. US Deploys Largest-Ever Force Amid Iran Tensions
The time is now 04:00 AM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.
At 4 a.m., the latest developments in the ongoing conflict in the Middle East reveal a significant escalation of hostilities, with Israel responding to Iranian-backed aggression and Iran signaling its defiance and readiness for retaliation.
Over the past hours, Iran has intensified its missile tactics, launching multiple salvoes of individual projectiles aimed at increasing their survivability and reducing the effectiveness of Israeli missile defenses. So far, four separate launches have been reported, with no casualties or injuries documented at this time. Notably, attacks targeted areas including the Negev, the Golan Heights, and northern Israel, with alerts activated across multiple regions. In some instances, missile fragments, likely remnants of interceptors, have been found, indicating ongoing engagement and interception efforts. The Israeli Defense Forces have stated that these are part of Iran’s strategy to prolong civilians’ exposure to danger by spreading out their missile attacks.
Simultaneously, Israel’s military has responded with precision strikes against Iranian military assets. In a significant operation, the Israeli Air Force targeted six Iranian airbases across western, eastern, and central Iran, destroying approximately fifteen fighter jets, helicopters, and related aircraft—including American-made F-14s, F-5s, and attack helicopters. These strikes sought to dismantle Iran’s ability to project air power and to prevent missile launches towards Israel. The attack also damaged runways and underground hangars, impeding Iran’s military operations.
In the broader regional context, Israel reports that Iranian missile fire has not only targeted northern and central regions but has expanded into the south, with a red alert issued for the Negev region. In the northern territories, including the Golan Heights, Israeli defenses have intercepted multiple projectiles, but some missile fragments have landed in open areas, causing no injuries but raising concerns about the precision and escalation of Iran’s missile campaign.
Adding to the tension, Israeli military sources have disclosed that Iran’s armed forces have issued stern threats, with Iran’s Chief of Staff, Abd al-Rahim Mousavi, warning the US that any American military action will be met with powerful and unpredictable responses. Iran’s leadership has accused the United States of violating its sovereignty through recent strikes on Iranian military targets, threatening further escalation that could engulf the region in broader conflict. Iranian officials have also issued veiled threats to Israel, claiming that Iran’s fighters will respond with operations that will make their enemies regret their aggression.
Meanwhile, international reactions remain tense. The United States has conducted a historic and large-scale operation, deploying over 125 aircraft, including seven B-2 stealth bombers and a submarine, in what is described as the largest airstrike in history targeting Iranian nuclear sites. These strikes aimed to prevent Iran’s nuclear advancements and to weaken its military infrastructure. President Trump, in a social media post, hinted at the possibility of regime change in Iran, suggesting that toppling Khamenei could be an outcome if the current regime fails to “Make Iran Great Again.” This provocative statement underscores the high stakes and potential for further escalation.
On the diplomatic front, Israel has received strong backing from its ally, the United States, which has expressed support for recent Israeli military actions, including the US strike on Iran’s Fordow nuclear f
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