#IsraelIranConflict Here’s an updated overview of the rapidly escalating Israel–Iran conflict as of June 13, 2025:

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🔴 What’s happening now (Breaking News)

Israel launched a major offensive (Operation Rising Lion) in the early hours of June 13, striking Iranian nuclear sites, ballistic-missile factories, military installations, and residences of senior commanders in Tehran, Natanz, Khondab, and Khorramabad .

Key Iranian figures—including IRGC commander Hossein Salami, military chief Mohammad Bagheri, and nuclear scientists—reportedly killed in the raids .

In retaliation, Iran launched about 100 drones toward Israel, prompting widespread alerts and active air-defense interceptions .

Several regional airspaces (Jordan, Iraq) were temporarily closed; airlines rerouted flights; global oil prices surged over 10% amid supply concerns .

Iran has vowed a “heavy & painful” response targeted at both Israel and potentially U.S. interests .

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🔍 Context & background

This direct action marks the largest Israeli strike on Iran since the Iran–Iraq war, escalating a conflict that had largely been fought through proxies and covert operations .

Tensions have been steadily rising through:

Israeli covert cyberattacks and assassinations of Iranian nuclear scientists,

Iranian proxy strikes via Hezbollah, drones, and missiles (notably in April and October 2024) ,

Ongoing nuclear stalemate following U.S. withdrawal from the JCPOA and Iran’s intensifying uranium enrichment to near-weapons levels .

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🌐 Regional & global implications

U.S. stance: Publicly distancing from Israel’s strike but warning that Washington could be targeted if Iran chooses to retaliate .

Oil markets: Brent and WTI prices jumped 10–14% amid fears of broader supply disruption, particularly via disruption around the Strait of Hormuz .

Risk of regional spillover: Analysts and diplomats warn the situation could prompt:

Missile/drone attacks aimed at U.S. bases in Iraq or Gulf states,

Escalation through Iranian proxies (Hezbollah, Houthis),