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Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2025-06-23 at 19:05
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Iran launches missile attack on Qatar base amid regional chaos
Israel strikes Iran’s key military sites in escalating conflict
Iran’s regime faces mounting pressure as opposition calls for regime change
The time is now 03:00 PM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.
At three in the afternoon, this is your comprehensive update on the latest developments in the Middle East and beyond.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is receiving a warm welcome on the streets of Israel, where crowds sing his praises and express strong support. One enthusiastic supporter called out, "Bibi come drink coffee, you're number one," reflecting widespread public backing amid ongoing regional tensions.
In regional security news, Iran has launched a missile attack targeting the Al Udeid military base in Qatar, which hosts US forces. The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps announced it fired a "devastating and powerful missile attack," but Qatar's authorities intercepted the missiles successfully, with no injuries reported. Iran stated that the strike was aimed solely at US military personnel and was conducted far from civilian areas. This attack follows Iran's recent missile strikes and comes amidst heightened tensions following the US damaging airstrikes on Iranian nuclear sites over the weekend. The United States responded with evacuations and increased alertness, but initial reports indicate no casualties among American forces.
Meanwhile, in Iran, celebrations erupted in the streets of Tehran as regime supporters expressed pride over the missile attack on Qatar. A senior Iranian official indicated that Tehran is prepared to resume negotiations with the United States once Iran has responded to recent sanctions and military actions. Iran's leadership has also signaled that it is not seeking escalation, though it continues to carry out missile tests and military operations, including recent strikes in western Iran targeting Iranian military infrastructure, missile storage, and UAV facilities.
Israeli military forces have conducted extensive strikes across Iran today, targeting underground command centers, missile storage sites, and UAV depots. The Israel Defense Forces released infographics showing the sites hit in Tehran, emphasizing their precision and strategic importance. Israeli officials underscored their commitment to eliminating threats from Iran and its proxies, with the Southern Command stating that they will not cease operations until Hamas and other hostile groups are neutralized, and all hostages are safely returned.
In the broader context, Iran attempted to launch over 80 missiles today but managed to fire only about 20, due to technical difficulties. The United States has confirmed that none of these missiles impacted American bases, though sirens sounded in Bahrain and Kuwait. The Pentagon reports that the partially evacuated Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar remains undamaged.
On the diplomatic front, regional leaders across the Middle East, including Lebanon, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Turkey, Bahrain, the United Arab Emirates, and Kuwait, have condemned Iran's attack on Qatar as unprovoked and unjustified, reaffirming their solidarity with Qatar. The Lebanese Prime Minister issued a strong statement condemning the assault and expressing full support for Qatar.
In a significant political development, Reza Pahlavi, the exiled crown prince of Iran and son of the last Shah, declared from Paris that the Ayatollah regime is nearing collapse. He called for regime change and urged Iranian security forces to defect, warning that concessions to the current government could prolong its rule. His statement adds a new voice to the mounting pressure on Tehran from opposition figures.
Meanwhile, in the United States, President Donald Trump has not indicated any intention to respond militar
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