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Israel-Iran Crisis News Live: Emergency services have been mobilized, and the Iranian military has reportedly been placed on high alert.
Tensions between Iran and Israel have escalated into open threats and missile strikes, bringing the Middle East to the brink of war. (Pics: AFP)
Israel-Iran Crisis News Live: The Middle East is teetering on the brink of a broader conflict after Israel launched what it described as “pre-emptive strikes” on key Iranian military and nuclear sites. The Israel Defence Forces (IDF) confirmed the completion of the “first stage” of its operation, with dozens of Israeli Air Force jets targeting multiple locations across Iran. High-profile figures, including Iran’s army chief and senior nuclear scientists, were among the reported casualties. Iranian state media also reported civilian deaths, including women and children, in strikes on residential areas of Tehran.
Later in the day, Iran declared that Israel’s attack amounted to a declaration of war and called for an emergency meeting of the United Nations Security Council in response to the airstrikes.
One of the major targets was the Natanz nuclear facility, where fresh explosions were reported Friday, compounding earlier damage that left the site engulfed in smoke. In the wake of the strikes, Iran declared a nationwide state of emergency, with explosions reported in provinces such as Kermanshah, Lorestan, and various parts of Tehran. Emergency services have been mobilised, and the Iranian military remains on high alert amid growing fears of further escalation.
In response, Iran has formally requested an emergency meeting of the United Nations Security Council to condemn the Israeli strikes on its nuclear facilities and the killing of senior officials. Tehran has called on the international community to take urgent action.
As tensions rise, India has issued an advisory for its nationals in Iran, urging caution, limiting non-essential movement, and following Embassy updates. Meanwhile, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio reiterated that the United States had no involvement in the Israeli strikes, distancing Washington from the unfolding military operation.
Israel-Iran Conflict LIVE: Israel Attack 'Declaration Of War', Says Iran
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi sent a letter to the United Nations, describing Israeli aggression as a “declaration of war.” In a separate letter addressed to the Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), Araghchi urged Director General Rafael Grossi to condemn Israel’s attacks on Iranian nuclear facilities. “This step by Israel is an aggressive declaration of war against Iran,” stated Araghchi.
Israel-Iran Conflict LIVE: Israel Likely To Declare State Of Emergency In Natural Gas Sector
According to Reuters, Israel’s Energy Minister Cohen has stated that the country is likely to declare a state of emergency in the natural gas sector.
Israel-Iran Conflict LIVE: 'Just Do It Before It's Too Late', Trump Urges Iran To Make A Deal
US President Donald Trump called on Iran to negotiate a deal regarding its nuclear program, stating that there was still an opportunity to avoid further conflict with Israel.
“There has already been great death and destruction, but there is still time to make this slaughter, with the next already planned attacks being even more brutal, come to an end,” Trump said in a post on Truth Social. “Just do it before it’s too late,” he added.
Israel-Iran Conflict Live: Khamenei Appoints Mohammad Pakpour As New IRGC Chief
Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has named Mohammad Pakpour as the new commander of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), following the death of former chief Hossein Salami in Israeli airstrikes. The appointment marks a swift leadership transition amid heightened tensions and ongoing conflict with Israel.
Israel-Iran Conflict News: Israeli Officials Feared Trump’s Comments May Have Tipped Off Iran Ahead of Strikes
Israeli officials expressed concern that US President Donald Trump’s remarks on Thursday evening—hinting that Israel “might attack”—could have inadvertently alerted Iran ahead of the operation. The comments, made just hours before the strikes, sparked internal discussions in Israel about whether they compromised the element of surprise.
Israel-Iran Conflict Live: Iran Confirms Damage to Natanz Nuclear Facility from Israeli Airstrike
Iran’s Atomic Energy Organization has confirmed that the Natanz nuclear facility was damaged in the recent Israeli airstrike but stated there are no signs of radioactive contamination outside the site. The facility, a key hub for Iran’s uranium enrichment programme, was among the major targets struck during Israel’s ongoing military operation.
Israel-Iran Crisis Live: Yemen’s Huthis Back Iran’s Right to Self-Defence
Yemen’s Iran-aligned Huthi rebels on Friday condemned Israel’s wave of airstrikes on Iranian targets, expressing strong support for Tehran’s right to respond and to advance its nuclear ambitions.
“We support Iran’s full and legitimate right to defend itself and to develop its nuclear programme,” the Huthis’ political bureau said in a statement posted on Telegram. They called the Israeli attacks “brutal aggression” and affirmed Iran’s right to respond “by all possible means.”
Israel-Iran War News Live Updates: Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif Condemns Israeli Attack on Iran, Calls For UN Action
Iran Israel War News Live Updates: Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has strongly condemned Israel’s airstrikes on Iran, calling the attack “unprovoked” and “deeply alarming.” In a post on X, he extended condolences to the Iranian people over the loss of lives and warned that such actions could further destabilise an already volatile region.
“This grave and highly irresponsible act risks further de-stabilising an already volatile region,” Sharif said. He urged the international community and the United Nations to act swiftly to prevent further escalation that could threaten regional and global peace.
Israel-Iran War News Live: Iran Says Israeli Strikes Justify Its Push for Enrichment, Missile Power
Iran Israel War News Live: Iran said on Friday that Israel’s deadly attacks highlighted the necessity of advancing its uranium enrichment and missile programmes.
“In dealing with a predatory regime like this, only the language of power is effective,” the Iranian government said in a statement. “The world now more clearly understands Iran’s insistence on its right to nuclear technology, enrichment, and missile capabilities.”
Iran-Israel Conflict News Live: How Israel Caught Iran Off Guard With Operation Rising Lion: Deception Tactic Decoded
Israel-Iran War News Live Updates: Israel’s latest airstrike on Iran once again showed how the Benjamin Netanyahu-led country uses clever planning and deception to protect itself and catch its enemies off guard. Israel launched a major operation — dubbed Operation Rising Lion — striking Iranian military and nuclear infrastructure in Tehran, Natanz, and other strategic sites.
Israel-Iran War News Live: Jordan Vows to Protect Airspace, Says It Won’t Be Battleground in Regional Conflict
Iran Israel War News Live Updates: Jordan has declared it will not permit any violation of its airspace and firmly rejected being drawn into regional hostilities, following Israel’s airstrikes on Iran on Friday.
“Jordan has not and will not allow any violation of its airspace, reaffirming that the Kingdom will not be a battleground for any conflict,” government spokesperson Mohammad Momani told AFP. The statement comes amid heightened tensions, recalling Jordan’s interception of multiple drones and missiles fired by Iran at Israel in October 2024.
Israel-Iran War News Live: UK PM Starmer Urges Return to Diplomacy Following Israeli Strikes on Iran
Iran Israel War News Live: British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has called for a “return to diplomacy” in response to the escalating conflict, following Israel’s airstrikes on Iran. He urged all parties to prioritise dialogue and de-escalation to prevent further regional instability.
Israel Iran War News Live updates: IDF Strikes On Iran Likely To Continue For Several Days: Reports
Iran Israel War News Live Updates: Israeli strikes on Iran are expected to persist over the coming days, defence sources told The Jerusalem Post on Friday morning.
According to the report, the Israel Defence Forces (IDF) have launched an extended campaign, with dozens of aircraft participating in a sweeping initial wave that targeted multiple military installations and nuclear sites across Iran.
Sources confirmed that the offensive had not ceased following the first strikes.
Israel-Iran War News Live: Netanyahu Places Note On Western Wall Amid Iran Offensive
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu placed a note in the Western Wall yesterday with the verse: ‘A people that rises up as a lioness, and as a lion lifts himself up’.
Photos: Ziv Koren pic.twitter.com/iRUIKEVKBg
— Prime Minister of Israel (@IsraeliPM) June 13, 2025
Israel-Iran War News Live: Netanyahu Says Strikes On Iran 'Very Successful'
Iran Israel War News Live Updates: Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Friday hailed the Israeli strikes on Iran as “very successful,” describing them as the initial phase of a wider military campaign against the Islamic Republic.
“We carried out a very successful opening strike, and with God’s help, we will achieve much more,” Netanyahu said in a video message. He earlier indicated that the offensive would continue for “many days.”
Israel-Iran War News Live: Iran says US 'Responsible For Consequences' Of Israel Attack
Iran Israel War News Live Updates: Iran has declared that the United States will be held “responsible for the consequences” of Israel’s deadly strikes on multiple cities and nuclear sites across the country on Friday.
“The Zionist regime’s aggressive actions against Iran could not have occurred without the coordination and approval of the United States,” the Iranian foreign ministry stated, warning that the US bears responsibility for the “dangerous impact and consequences” of what it called Israel’s reckless adventurism.
Israel Iran War News Live: US Wants To Engage In Talks With Iran On Sunday, Says US Official
Iran Israel War News Live Updates: The United States still plans to hold talks with Iran on Sunday, despite Israel’s large-scale assault on the Islamic Republic, a US official said.
“We still intend to have talks Sunday,” the official told AFP, speaking on condition of anonymity.
Israel-Iran War News Live Updates: UN Chief Condemns Escalation, Urges Restraint After Israeli Strikes On Iranian Nuclear Sites
Iran-Israel War News Live Updates: The UN Secretary-General has condemned the military escalation in the Middle East, expressing deep concern over Israel’s strikes on nuclear installations in Iran. He called on both sides to exercise maximum restraint and avoid actions that could further destabilise the region.
Israel-Iran War News Live Updates: IAEA Confirms Natanz Hit in Strikes, Monitoring Radiation Levels in Iran
Iran-Israel War News Live Updates: The IAEA is closely monitoring the deeply concerning situation unfolding in Iran, informed the agency’s Director General.
“We can confirm that the Natanz nuclear facility was among the targets. The Agency is in contact with Iranian authorities to assess radiation levels and remains in touch with our inspectors on the ground.”
Israel-Iran War News Live Updates: Ayatollah Khamenei Vows Harsh Retaliation, Says Israel Has Sealed Its Painful Fate
Iran-Israel War News Live Updates: Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has issued a fiery response to Israel’s recent airstrikes, condemning the attacks on residential areas as a revelation of Israel’s “evil nature.”
Warning of consequences, Khamenei declared that the regime must expect “severe punishment” and vowed that the powerful hand of Iran’s armed forces “will not abandon Israel.” He concluded with a grim warning: “Israel has prepared for itself a bitter, painful fate—and it will certainly receive it.”
Israel-Iran War News Live Updates: Oil Spike, Risk of Middle East Flare Up May Drag Rupee Past 86/USD
Iran-Israel War News Live Updates: The Indian rupee is likely to open below the 86 mark against the US dollar on Friday, pressured by a sharp rise in oil prices and a global sell-off in risk assets following Israel’s strikes on Iran. The 1-month non-deliverable forward suggests an opening range between 86.02 and 86.10, compared to 85.60 in the previous session.
Brent crude surged 11%, US equity futures dropped 1.8%, and rising safe-haven demand strengthened the US dollar. “The real concern isn’t just today’s oil spike, but the possibility of a sustained rally if Middle East tensions escalate,” said a currency trader at a Mumbai-based bank. He added that while the 86.00–86.10 zone is a key support for the rupee, holding that level “will be challenging.”
Israel-Iran War News Live Updates: Israel Army Chief Warns Of Iranian Response
Iran-Israel War News Live Updates: Israel’s army chief, Lieutenant General Eyal Zamir, acknowledged on Friday that the military’s strikes on Iran may not result in “absolute success,” cautioning that retaliation from the Islamic Republic is likely. “The Iranian regime will attempt to attack us in response, and the toll may be unlike anything we’ve experienced before,” he said, describing the ongoing operation as a “historic campaign unlike any other.”
Israel-Iran War News Live: A Timeline Of Escalation
Iran-Israel War News Live Updates:
October 7, 2023: Hamas, backed by Iran, launched a deadly attack in southern Israel, killing over 1,100 people. Israel began a major military campaign in Gaza.
October 17, 2023: Iran’s Supreme Leader warned of broader regional conflict if Israel continued its campaign. Hezbollah opened a second front in northern Israel.
Dec 2023 – Mar 2024: Israel escalated strikes on IRGC operatives in Syria, killing several senior commanders.
April 1, 2024: Israel bombed Iran’s consulate annex in Damascus, killing Brigadier General Mohammad Reza Zahedi. Iran vowed revenge.
April 13–14, 2024: Iran launched its first-ever direct attack on Israel, firing 300+ drones and missiles. Nearly all were intercepted.
April 19, 2024: Israel responded by bombing a radar site near Isfahan.
July 31, 2024: Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh was assassinated in Tehran.
Sept 2024: Israel killed senior Hezbollah leaders, including Hassan Nasrallah, and IRGC deputy commander Abbas Nilforoushan in Beirut.
Oct 1, 2024: Iran fired 200 ballistic missiles at Israel.
Oct 26, 2024: Israel launched ‘Days of Repentance,’ striking 20+ Iranian-linked sites.
Jan–Mar 2025: Fighting intensified across multiple proxy fronts—Hezbollah in Lebanon, Houthis in Yemen, and militias in Syria/Iraq.
Apr–Jun 2025: Israel accused Iran of crossing the nuclear threshold. The IAEA reported declining transparency.
June 13, 2025: Israel launched Operation Rising Lion. Key nuclear and military targets hit. Iran may have lost top officials. The world watches to see what comes next.
Israel Iran War News Live Updates: New Explosions Rock Iran's Natanz Nuclear Facility
Iran-Israel War News Live Updates: Fresh explosions have been reported at Iran’s Natanz nuclear facility, intensifying the already volatile situation following Israeli airstrikes. The blasts, which follow earlier strikes on key military and nuclear sites, have raised serious concerns over regional stability and the safety of Iran’s nuclear infrastructure. Tehran remains under a state of emergency.
Israel Iran War News Live: Trump To Convene Security Chiefs On Friday After Israel Strikes Iran
Iran-Israel War News Live Updates: US President Donald Trump is set to attend a Security Council meeting on Friday morning, the White House announced, following Israel’s large-scale strikes on Iran that have intensified fears of a wider regional conflict.
According to his schedule, the high-level meeting—bringing together top security officials from across the US government—will take place at 11:00 am (1500 GMT) in the White House Situation Room. Trump has not yet issued any public statement on the escalating situation.
Israel Iran War News Live: Oil Prices Surge Over 7% as Israel Strikes Iran, Fuelling Supply Fears, Says Report
Iran-Israel War News Live Updates: Oil prices soared by more than 7% on Friday, reaching their highest levels in months after Israel confirmed it had struck Iran. The sharp escalation in Middle East tensions has sparked global concerns over potential disruptions to oil supply.
Israel Iran War News Live: Key Uranium Enrichment Facility In Central Iran 'Hit Several Times,' Says State Media
Iran-Israel War News Live Updates: Israel’s strike on Friday targeted a major uranium enrichment facility in central Iran, hitting it multiple times, according to state television. The report stated that the Natanz enrichment site “has been hit several times,” with footage showing thick smoke rising from the area.
Israel Iran War News Live: Explosions Rock Tehran As Dozens Of Israeli Jets Hit Iran's Nuclear, Military Sites
Iran-Israel War News Live Updates: Israel on Friday said it had struck Iranian nuclear targets to block Tehran from developing atomic weapons. According to Iran’s state TV, several explosions were heard in Tehran and the country’s air defence system was on full alert.
Israel Iran War News Live: India Advises Citizens In Iran To Stay Vigilant, Avoid Unnecessary Travel
Iran-Israel War News Live Updates: Amid the escalating situation in Iran, the Indian government has issued an advisory urging all Indian nationals and persons of Indian origin residing in the country to remain alert and avoid non-essential movement. The advisory also recommends closely following the Indian Embassy’s social media updates and adhering to safety protocols issued by local authorities.
Israel Iran War News Live: US Embassy In Israel Orders Staff To Take Shelter Amid Escalating Tensions
Iran-Israel War News Live Updates: In light of the escalating security situation, the US Embassy in Israel has issued a directive for all American government employees and their family members to shelter in place until further notice, according to a State Department security alert.
Israel Iran Crisis Live: US Distances Itself from Israeli Strikes on Iran, Says No Involvement
As Israel carried out what it described as “pre-emptive strikes” on Iran, targeting nuclear facilities and reportedly eliminating a top Iranian general along with senior nuclear scientists, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio moved to distance Washington from the operation. In an official statement, Rubio clarified that the United States “was not involved” in the Israeli strikes inside Iranian territory.
Israel Iran Crisis Live: Second Round Of Israeli Airstrikes Against Iran Starts, Reports State Media
The Israel-Iran crisis deepened as a second wave of Israeli airstrikes was launched against targets in Iran, according to reports from Iranian state media. The renewed strikes come shortly after the initial phase of the offensive, which may have killed Iran’s Army Chief, multiple nuclear scientists.
Israel Iran Crisis Live: Fire, Smoke Seen At Iran Revolutionary Guards Command Site In Tehran, Reports State TV
Fire and smoke were reported at a key facility belonging to Iran’s Revolutionary Guards in Tehran, following Israeli airstrikes, according to state television. “Flames and smoke are visible at the IRGC General Command Headquarters on Pirouzi Street in eastern Tehran,” state TV announced.
Israel Iran War News Live: Iran State Media Says Civilians Killed In Israel Strikes On Tehran
Iran-Israel War News Live Updates: Israeli airstrikes on residential areas in Tehran on Thursday resulted in civilian casualties, including women and children, according to Iranian state media. The official IRNA news agency reported that “a number of people, including women and children, were martyred in a residential complex in the capital.”
Israel Iran War News Live Updates: Israel Claims Top Iranian Military Chief, Nuclear Scientists Killed In Airstrikes
Iran Israel War News Live Updates: Israel believes that its initial wave of airstrikes on Iran successfully eliminated several high-ranking figures, including Iran’s military chief, Mohammad Bagheri, key members of the military leadership, and senior nuclear scientists. According to a defence official, the targeted operation aimed to dismantle the core of Iran’s military and nuclear command structure in the very first phase of the offensive.
Israel Attack Iran Live: Launched Pre-Emptive, Precise Strike On Nuclear Programmes, Says IDF
Israel Strikes Iran Live: Dozens of Israeli Air Force (IAF) jets have completed the first phase of a coordinated operation, carrying out strikes on multiple military installations, including nuclear-related targets across various regions of Iran.
In a post on X, IDF said: “Today, Iran stands closer than ever to acquiring a nuclear weapon. The prospect of weapons of mass destruction under the control of the Iranian regime poses a grave existential threat not only to the State of Israel but also to global security.”
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Dozens of IAF jets completed the first stage that included strikes on dozens of military targets, including… pic.twitter.com/vtx98P9564
— Israel Defense Forces (@IDF) June 13, 2025
Israel Iran War News Live Updates: Iraq Closes Airspace, Suspends Flights At All Airports
Iran Israel War News Live Updates: Iraq closed its airspace and suspended air traffic across the country on Friday, state media said, after Israel said it carried out strikes against Iranian nuclear and military sites.
Israel Iran War News Live Updates: Netanyahu Says Israel Struck At 'Heart Of Iran's Nuclear Enrichment Programme'
Iran Israel War News Live Updates: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu declared that the recent airstrikes targeted the “heart of Iran’s nuclear enrichment programme,” marking a significant escalation in the ongoing confrontation between the two nations.
Speaking after the Israeli military confirmed the first phase of its operation, Netanyahu emphasized that the strikes were aimed at crippling Iran’s nuclear capabilities and preventing what he described as a growing threat to regional and global security.
Israel Iran War News Live Updates: Israel Military Says 'Completed First Stage' Of Strikes Against Iranian Military, Nuclear Targets
Iran Israel War News Live Updates: The Israeli military announced on Friday that it had concluded the “first stage” of a large-scale operation targeting Iranian military and nuclear facilities.
“Moments ago, dozens of Israeli Air Force (IAF) jets completed the initial phase of the mission, carrying out strikes on numerous military objectives, including nuclear-related sites across various regions in Iran,” the statement from the military read.
