Iran-Israel ConIflict Escalates: Airstrikes, Missile Attacks, and Rising Global Tensions in 2025
Military Escalation: What Happened?
On June 22, the United States launched “Operation Midnight Hammer,” targeting Iran’s nuclear infrastructure at Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan. According to U.S. officials, the strikes caused “extremely severe damage,” although Iranian sources claimed the impact was limited due to advance evacuations.
Israel, for its part, has been conducting its own military operations—dubbed “Operation Rising Lion”—since mid-June, hitting over 100 Iranian military and nuclear sites. These strikes have resulted in over 220 deaths and 1,000 injuries, many of them civilians.
Iran’s Response: Missiles and Retaliation
Iran quickly retaliated, firing hundreds of ballistic missiles at Israeli targets. One of the most severe incidents occurred on June 19, when a missile hit Soroka Medical Center in Beersheba, wounding at least 50 people and causing a dangerous chemical leak.
Other attacks across Israeli cities have caused additional casualties and widespread fear among civilians. Iran’s leadership has vowed that “all options are on the table,” and the country’s parliament has even voted to potentially close the Strait of Hormuz—a key route for global oil shipments.
Global Fallout and Reactions
The international community has responded with alarm. The UN Security Council held an emergency meeting, while leaders from the U.K., France, Germany, and Russia urged all sides to de-escalate. Russia condemned the U.S. strikes as a violation of international law, and Pakistan expressed support for Iran.
Why This Matters
This is not just a regional skirmish—it’s a conflict with global implications. The closure of the Strait of Hormuz could trigger an energy crisis, while the use of ballistic missiles and possible proxy group involvement threaten to draw neighboring countries into the war.
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