Amid ongoing hostilities, Israel launched a new wave of airstrikes in Tehran, aiming at critical infrastructure, while Iran retaliated with ballistic missiles, escalating tensions and casualties on both sides.
Israel Intensifies Airstrikes on Tehran as Iran Responds with Missiles
Israel Intensifies Airstrikes on Tehran as Iran Responds with Missiles
Israel escalates its military operations in Iran's capital, targeting strategic locations, leading to intensified conflict as both nations exchange aggressive strikes.
June 14, 2025, 10:34 a.m.
In a dramatic escalation of military conflict, Israel targeted Tehran's Mehrabad International Airport, marking the second consecutive day of strikes aimed at crippling Iran’s air defenses. Iranian state media reported that the airport, serving both civilian and military purposes, was hit overnight, particularly its military hangar.
Witnessed by residents, smoke was seen billowing from the airport area where military assets were located. The Israeli military executed dozens of airstrikes on multiple Tehran sites, including surface-to-air missile installations. Brig. Gen. Effie Defrin confirmed that Israeli operations have penetrated deeper into Iranian territory than ever before, stating, “Tehran is no longer immune.”
The ongoing assault began with a surprise aerial attack on Iran on Friday, targeting facilities associated with its nuclear program. In retaliation, Iran responded with a barrage of ballistic missiles, striking Israeli cities including Rishon LeZion, where two civilians were killed, including a senior citizen identified as Yisrael Aloni.
A staggering total of approximately 150 strikes have been reported by Israel against Iranian targets, while Iran’s military has countered with around 200 missile launches towards Israeli cities. Reports indicate at least four senior Iranian military officials and nine nuclear scientists have been killed in the Israeli strikes.
The Iranian Health Ministry reported a devastating toll from the strikes, noting 78 casualties and over 300 injuries, though updated numbers remain pending. As residents in both nations seek safety, the international community watches closely as this conflict escalates, raising fears of a full-blown war in the region.
In a dramatic escalation of military conflict, Israel targeted Tehran's Mehrabad International Airport, marking the second consecutive day of strikes aimed at crippling Iran’s air defenses. Iranian state media reported that the airport, serving both civilian and military purposes, was hit overnight, particularly its military hangar.
Witnessed by residents, smoke was seen billowing from the airport area where military assets were located. The Israeli military executed dozens of airstrikes on multiple Tehran sites, including surface-to-air missile installations. Brig. Gen. Effie Defrin confirmed that Israeli operations have penetrated deeper into Iranian territory than ever before, stating, “Tehran is no longer immune.”
The ongoing assault began with a surprise aerial attack on Iran on Friday, targeting facilities associated with its nuclear program. In retaliation, Iran responded with a barrage of ballistic missiles, striking Israeli cities including Rishon LeZion, where two civilians were killed, including a senior citizen identified as Yisrael Aloni.
A staggering total of approximately 150 strikes have been reported by Israel against Iranian targets, while Iran’s military has countered with around 200 missile launches towards Israeli cities. Reports indicate at least four senior Iranian military officials and nine nuclear scientists have been killed in the Israeli strikes.
The Iranian Health Ministry reported a devastating toll from the strikes, noting 78 casualties and over 300 injuries, though updated numbers remain pending. As residents in both nations seek safety, the international community watches closely as this conflict escalates, raising fears of a full-blown war in the region.
