Firefighters work at an impact site following missile attack from Iran on Israel, in Tel Aviv, June 14, 2025. REUTERS/Itai Ron ISRAEL OUT. NO COMMERCIAL OR EDITORIAL SALES IN ISRAEL.
Tensions between Israel and Iran have reached a critical point as Iran launched missile strikes on central Israel, injuring at least 10 people. The attack comes in retaliation for Israeli airstrikes on Iranian military and nuclear sites, marking a dangerous escalation in the ongoing conflict between the two nations.
Early Saturday morning, air raid sirens blared across Israel as multiple Iranian missiles struck residential areas in Tel Aviv and surrounding regions. Emergency services responded swiftly, treating the wounded and assessing the damage. Reports indicate that several buildings sustained significant structural damage, with fires breaking out in multiple locations.
The Israeli military confirmed that its air defense systems intercepted a large number of incoming missiles, preventing further casualties. However, some projectiles managed to breach the defense shield, leading to injuries and destruction in civilian areas.
Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei declared that the missile strikes were a direct response to Israel’s recent airstrikes on Iranian military installations and nuclear facilities. Iranian officials stated that the attack was aimed at military targets but acknowledged that some missiles had impacted civilian areas.
Iran’s Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) issued a statement warning Israel of further retaliation if hostilities continue. The IRGC claimed that its forces had successfully targeted Israeli military bases and infrastructure, asserting that the operation was a necessary defensive measure.
World leaders have expressed deep concern over the escalating violence. The United Nations has called for an emergency meeting to discuss the crisis, urging both nations to de-escalate and seek diplomatic solutions. U.S. President Donald Trump stated that Iran must reconsider its actions and negotiate a nuclear deal to prevent further destruction.
French President Emmanuel Macron placed his country’s military forces in West Asia on high alert, emphasizing the need for stability in the region. Meanwhile, Jordan has closed its airspace to civilian traffic, monitoring the situation closely.
The missile strikes have left residents in central Israel shaken, with many seeking shelter as sirens continue to sound. Hospitals are treating the injured, and emergency services remain on high alert for potential further attacks. Israeli authorities have urged citizens to remain indoors and follow safety protocols.
The latest exchange of attacks between Israel and Iran marks a significant escalation in their long-standing conflict. With both nations vowing further retaliation, the situation remains volatile. International efforts to mediate and prevent a full-scale war are underway, but the path to peace remains uncertain.
