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Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2025-06-24 at 22:03
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Israel Claims Iran Nuclear Setback Amid Rising Tensions
Iran Responds to Israeli Strikes with Deadly Missile Attacks
Iran Suspends International Nuclear Cooperation, Escalating Crisis
The time is now 06:00 PM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.
At 6:00 PM, we continue to monitor a complex and tense situation across the Middle East and beyond. Israel remains engaged in a delicate balance of military operations and diplomatic efforts, as it seeks to neutralize threats from Iran and its proxies. Recently, Israeli forces conducted targeted strikes against Iranian military sites, claiming significant damage to Iran’s nuclear infrastructure. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu declared that these actions have set Iran’s nuclear program back by years, emphasizing that Israel has eliminated critical threats, including senior command and scientists involved in Iran’s nuclear efforts. Netanyahu also praised the support from the United States, with President Donald Trump describing the operation as a military success.
However, the situation remains volatile. Iran has responded with missile attacks, including a strike that killed five Israelis in Beersheba, and launched multiple missiles into northern Israel, despite the ongoing ceasefire. Iran's missile and drone attacks have resulted in casualties and injuries, and the Iranian government has announced it will resume uranium enrichment and suspend cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agency, signaling a hardening stance in its nuclear policy.
Meanwhile, Iran’s political landscape is shifting. The Iranian parliament has approved a decision to suspend cooperation with the international nuclear watchdog, a move that raises concerns about transparency and escalation. Iran’s foreign ministry spokesperson has emphasized their right to assert nuclear capabilities peacefully, despite recent strikes. Additionally, the Iranian opposition leader Maryam Rajavi has called for the overthrow of Ayatollah Khamenei, urging Iranians to challenge the regime amidst signs of internal division and external pressure.
On the diplomatic front, the United States has cast doubt on Iran’s claims of setbacks to its nuclear program, with intelligence assessments indicating that Iran still retains secret facilities and stocks of enriched uranium. US officials also confirmed that recent strikes did not fully dismantle Iran’s nuclear capabilities as claimed by some, highlighting the ongoing uncertainties.
In Israel, recent developments include a symbolic military action ordered by the IDF following President Trump’s demand to avoid escalation. Israeli fighters targeted a radar in Tehran, but the operation was limited to meet diplomatic sensitivities. Prime Minister Netanyahu has asserted that Israel’s military efforts have effectively destroyed Iran’s nuclear project, asserting that the country has eliminated two major existential threats. Netanyahu’s government also confirmed that Israeli air forces intercepted uncrewed aerial vehicles approaching from Iran, with some reports of Iranian drones engaging with Iranian air defenses.
The broader regional picture remains tense. Iran continues to fire missiles from Yemen, and reports indicate ongoing clashes involving Iranian-backed militias. The international community, including Saudi Arabia and the European Union, has reacted cautiously to the recent ceasefire, hoping it will hold, while Russia and other powers call for stability.
Domestically within Israel, the government is managing a multi-front crisis, including the aftermath of missile strikes and efforts to maintain civil order. The families of victims, including those killed in recent Iranian missile attacks, continue to mourn, as efforts persist to recover remains and provide aid to the injured.
In summary, while a fragile ceasef
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