In mid‑June 2025, Israel launched Operation Rising Lion, deploying some 200 aircraft in coordinated strikes across over 100 Iranian sites—including nuclear facilities, missile production centers, and senior military residences. Among the casualties were top IRGC commanders and nuclear scientists. Iran responded within hours with Operation True Promise III, firing more than 150 ballistic missiles and over 100 drones into Israel, killing at least three civilians and wounding dozens.

The mutual strikes triggered widespread sirens in Tehran, Tel Aviv, and Jerusalem, along with airspace closures and global alarm over potential escalation. Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu vowed more action, denouncing Iran for crossing “red lines,” while Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Khamenei, vowed vengeance . The U.S. publicly denied involvement, though former President Trump praised Israel’s offensive and urged Iran to negotiate before more devastation occurs. Regional actors and the U.N. are calling for immediate de-escalation to avert a wider Middle East conflict. #IsraelIranConflict