#IsraelIranConflict

🛡️ Israel–Iran Conflict – Major Escalation and New Military Momentum

On June 12 and 13, 2025, Israel launched a massive operation named Operation Rising Lion, targeting Iranian nuclear reactors (such as Natanz and Fordow), military sites, and senior leaders in the Iranian Revolutionary Guard.

🔺 Key Outcomes:

Several senior military scientists and Revolutionary Guard commanders were killed, including General Hossein Salami and Chief of Staff Mohammad Bagheri.

Iran launched a counterattack using over 100 drones, but Israeli defenses intercepted most of them.

🌐 **International Reactions:**

The United States, led by Trump, distanced itself from the attack but warns Iran against targeting American forces.

The United Nations held an emergency Security Council meeting following the airstrikes, amid fears of a potential escalation of the crisis into a wide regional conflict.

📉 **Impact on Markets and Energy:**

Oil prices rose significantly due to fears of impending regional disruptions.

Global financial markets appeared hesitant as tensions began to rise, with fluctuations in stock indices and the yellow metal (gold).