Israel launched major airstrikes the previous day, targeting Iranian military and nuclear facilities, killing over 70 people.
Tensions between Israel and Iran escalated dramatically on June 14, with both countries exchanging heavy missile fire.
Israel launched major airstrikes the previous day, targeting Iranian military and nuclear facilities, killing over 70 people. In retaliation, Iran fired approximately 200 ballistic missiles, some of which struck Israeli cities, killing at least three. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vowed further retaliation, stating, “We will strike every site, every target of the ayatollahs’ regime.” Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz warned that “Tehran will burn” if Iran continues attacks.
The U.S. canceled nuclear talks scheduled for June 15, and Britain deployed forces to the region. Iran’s nuclear facilities at Esfahan and Natanz sustained major damage.
Amid rising fears of a regional war, Iran warned that allies of Israel could be targeted. Pope Leo urged global restraint, and oil prices spiked. Both sides face growing international pressure to de-escalate the conflict.