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India.com
4 days ago
- Politics
- India.com
After Devastating Iran with Preemptive Strikes, Israel Now Cites Damage From Missile Barrage
Iran-Israel Conflict: As a fragile ceasefire between Israel and Iran settled into place on Tuesday, Israeli authorities released casualty figures from a sustained barrage of Iranian missile and drone strikes that followed Israel's attacks on Iranian nuclear sites. Magen David Adom, Israel's national emergency service, reported 28 deaths over the course of 12 days. The country's Health Ministry confirmed that more than 3,200 individuals had been hospitalised, most with light to moderate injuries. Iran reportedly launched close to 550 ballistic missiles and over 1,000 drones toward Israeli territory. While Israel claims majority of the projectiles were intercepted by their air defense systems, at least 31 missiles landed in populated areas, causing property damage and casualties. One Iranian drone directly struck a residential building. Authorities said more than 9,000 people across Israel were displaced from their homes due to destruction caused by the attacks. The full extent of damage is still being assessed. The barrage from Tehran came days after Tel Aviv launched an unprecedented preemptive strike on Iranian soil. On June 13, Israeli warplanes reportedly struck facilities connected to Iran's nuclear programme, an operation Israeli officials described as a direct response to intelligence claiming that Tehran had reached a 'point of no return' in its nuclear ambitions. According to those officials, Iran had allegedly acquired sufficient fissile material to produce up to 15 nuclear weapons and had completed the development of a covert program to assemble operational nuclear devices. The Israeli strikes, which hit deep inside Iran's nuclear and military infrastructure, marked one of the most aggressive acts in recent memory. The operation expanded what defense officials in Tel Aviv have called a multi-front security threat, citing Iran's parallel efforts in missile development, drone proliferation and support to proxy groups around Israel's borders. The Israeli government has since claimed that its objectives were met. However, the escalation triggered a large-scale response from Iran, which allegedly continued to fire missiles and drones at Israel even as negotiations were underway for a ceasefire. Despite the agreement to halt hostilities taking effect early Tuesday, Israeli authorities reported that missile launches from Iran continued for several hours beyond the official ceasefire deadline. The situation has left both nations reeling from economic and human tolls, even as global powers call for de-escalation and diplomatic engagement to prevent the conflict from reigniting.
Eyewitness News
4 days ago
- Politics
- Eyewitness News
Trump says Iran-Israel ceasefire in force
JERUSALEM - US President Donald Trump said a ceasefire between Iran and Israel was in force on Tuesday, urging both sides to "not violate it" on the 12th day of the war between the two arch-foes. "THE CEASEFIRE IS NOW IN EFFECT. PLEASE DO NOT VIOLATE IT!" he wrote on his Truth Social platform. The US leader had earlier said the truce would be a phased 24-hour process beginning at around 0400 GMT Tuesday, with Iran unilaterally halting all operations first. He said Israel would follow suit 12 hours later. Israeli rescuers said four people were killed in an Iranian strike, after state media in the Islamic republic reported waves of missiles were headed toward Israel. Neither Iran nor Israel have confirmed the agreement touted by Trump on ending the conflict that has killed hundreds in Iran and two dozen in Israel. Only hours before Trump's latest announcement, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi had said that "as of now, there is NO 'agreement' on ceasefire or cessation of military operations". "However, provided that the Israeli regime stops its illegal aggression against the Iranian people no later than 4 am Tehran time, we have no intention to continue our response afterwards," he said on social media. But Israel's army said sirens were activated in northern Israel - where moments before Iran's state broadcaster IRIB reported a wave of missiles were headed. At least four people were killed in the multi-wave Iranian missile attack shortly before the staggered ceasefire announced by Trump was meant to enter into force, emergency services and the military said. The Magen David Adom rescue service said three people were pronounced dead at the scene of a strike in the southern city of Beersheba while a fourth was added in an update to its figures. Explosions also continued to rock Tehran overnight, with blasts in the north and centre of the Iranian capital described by AFP journalists as some of the strongest since the conflict broke out. Any cessation in hostilities would come as a huge relief to world leaders frantic about an escalation in violence igniting a wider conflagration. The adversaries had been swapping missile fire since Israel carried out surprise "preemptive" strikes against Iran on June 13, targeting nuclear and military sites, and prompting Trump to warn of a possible "massive" regional conflict. STRIKES ON US BASE The US leader's truce announcement came hours after Iran launched missiles at the largest US military facility in the Middle East - Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar - in a move Trump shrugged off as "very weak." Calling for a de-escalation, Trump said Tehran had given advance notice of the barrage. Iran's National Security Council confirmed having targeted the base "in response to the US aggressive and insolent action against Iran's nuclear sites and facilities". But it added that the number of missiles launched "was the same as the number of bombs that the US had used" - a signal that it had calibrated its response to be directly proportional rather than escalatory. "This was calibrated and telegraphed in a way that would not result in any American casualties, so that there is an off ramp for both sides," Ali Vaez, a senior advisor at the International Crisis Group, told AFP. The offensive came after the United States joined its ally Israel's military campaign against Iran, attacking an underground uranium enrichment centre with massive bunker-busting bombs and hitting two other nuclear facilities overnight Saturday into Sunday. As international concern mounted that Israel's campaign and the US strikes could ignite a wider conflict, French President Emmanuel Macron insisted that "the spiral of chaos must end" while China warned of the potential economic fallout. 'BLATANT AGGRESSION' Iran said its assault in Qatar wasn't targeting the Middle Eastern neighbour, but the government in Doha accused Tehran of "blatant aggression" and claimed its right to a "proportional" response. Iran's state media quoted the Revolutionary Guard Corps announcing that six missiles had hit Al Udeid, which had been evacuated beforehand, according to the Qataris. The broadside was made up of "short-range and medium-range ballistic missiles," a US defence official said. AFP reporters heard blasts in central Doha and in Lusail, north of the capital, on Monday evening, and saw projectiles moving across the night sky. Iranians gathered in central Tehran to celebrate, images on state TV showed, with some waving the flag of the Islamic republic and chanting "Death to America". Qatar earlier announced the temporary closure of its airspace in light of "developments in the region", while the US embassy and other foreign missions warned their citizens to shelter in place. Israeli strikes on Iran have killed more than 400 people, Iran's health ministry has said. Twenty-four people have died in Iran's attacks on Israel, according to official figures.
The Journal
4 days ago
- Politics
- The Journal
Trump says ceasefire between Israel and Iran 'now in effect'
DONALD TRUMP HAS said that a ceasefire between Israel and Iran is 'now in effect' after twelve days of conflict. 'PLEASE DO NOT VIOLATE IT!' he wrote on his Truth Social platform. There had been some confusion on the timeline, after US president earlier said the truce would be a phased 24-hour process beginning at around 5am Irish time, with Iran unilaterally halting all operations first. He said Israel would follow suit 12 hours later. Israeli rescuers said four people were killed in an Iranian strike, after state media in the Islamic republic reported waves of missiles were headed toward Israel. In a statement this morning, the Israeli government confirmed that is has agreed to a ceasefire, stating that it has 'achieved all of its objectives' in the conflict against Iran and removed the 'dual existential threat' of Iran's nuclear programme and missiles. Israel also said it will 'react with force' to any violation of the ceasefire by Iran. Only hours before Trump's latest announcement, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi had said that 'as of now, there is NO 'agreement' on ceasefire or cessation of military operations'. 'However, provided that the Israeli regime stops its illegal aggression against the Iranian people no later than 4am Tehran time, we have no intention to continue our response afterwards,' he said on social media. But Israel's army said sirens were activated in northern Israel – where moments before Iran's state broadcaster IRIB reported a wave of missiles were headed. At least four people were killed in the multi-wave Iranian missile attack shortly before the staggered ceasefire announced by Trump was meant to enter into force, emergency services and the military said. Advertisement The Magen David Adom rescue service said three people were pronounced dead at the scene of a strike in the southern city of Beersheba while a fourth was added in an update to its figures. Explosions also continued to rock Tehran overnight, with blasts in the north and centre of the Iranian capital described by AFP journalists as some of the strongest since the conflict broke out. Iranian state television said an overnight Israeli strike killed a nuclear scientist in northern Iran. Citing sources, the broadcaster reported the killing of Mohammad Reza Seddighi Saber at his parents' residence in Astaneh-ye Ashrafiyeh in northern Iran. Mohammad Reza Seddighi Saber was under US sanctions. Several days ago, his 17-year-old son was reported killed in a strike on their home in Tehran, the broadcaster said. Any cessation in hostilities would come as a huge relief to world leaders frantic about an escalation in violence igniting a wider conflagration. The adversaries had been swapping missile fire since Israel carried out surprise 'preemptive' strikes against Iran on 13 June, targeting nuclear and military sites, and prompting Trump to warn of a possible 'massive' regional conflict. Strikes on US base Trump's truce announcement came hours after Iran launched missiles at the largest US military facility in the Middle East – Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar – in a move Trump shrugged off as 'very weak.' A smoke trail from the Israeli Iron Dome air defense system streaks across the sky as it intercepts missiles launched during an Iranian attack, as seen from Haifa. Alamy Stock Photo Alamy Stock Photo Calling for a de-escalation, Trump said Tehran had given advance notice of the barrage. Iran's National Security Council confirmed having targeted the base 'in response to the US aggressive and insolent action against Iran's nuclear sites and facilities'. But it added that the number of missiles launched 'was the same as the number of bombs that the US had used' – a signal that it had calibrated its response to be directly proportional rather than escalatory. 'This was calibrated and telegraphed in a way that would not result in any American casualties, so that there is an off ramp for both sides,' Ali Vaez, a senior advisor at the International Crisis Group, told AFP. Related Reads Donald Trump says a 'total ceasefire' has been agreed between Israel and Iran Timeline: When did Donald Trump really decide to bomb Iran? 'A big mistake': Iran vows to retaliate after US attack on nuclear sites The offensive came after the US joined its ally Israel's military campaign against Iran, attacking an underground uranium enrichment centre with massive bunker-busting bombs and hitting two other nuclear facilities overnight Saturday into Sunday. As international concern mounted that Israel's campaign and the US strikes could ignite a wider conflict, French President Emmanuel Macron insisted that 'the spiral of chaos must end' while China warned of the potential economic fallout. 'Blatant aggression' Iran said its assault in Qatar wasn't targeting the Middle Eastern neighbour, but the government in Doha accused Tehran of 'blatant aggression' and claimed its right to a 'proportional' response. Iran's state media quoted the Revolutionary Guard Corps announcing that six missiles had hit Al Udeid, which had been evacuated beforehand, according to the Qataris. The broadside was made up of 'short-range and medium-range ballistic missiles,' a US defence official said. AFP reporters heard blasts in central Doha and in Lusail, north of the capital, on Monday evening, and saw projectiles moving across the night sky. Iranians gathered in central Tehran to celebrate, images on state TV showed, with some waving the flag of the Islamic republic and chanting 'Death to America'. Qatar earlier announced the temporary closure of its airspace in light of 'developments in the region', while the US embassy and other foreign missions warned their citizens to shelter in place. Israeli strikes on Iran have killed more than 400 people, Iran's health ministry has said. Twenty-four people have died in Iran's attacks on Israel, according to official figures. With reporting from © AFP 2025 Need more clarity and context on what is happening in the Middle East? Check out our new FactCheck Knowledge Bank for essential reads and guides to finding good information online. Visit Knowledge Bank Readers like you are keeping these stories free for everyone... A mix of advertising and supporting contributions helps keep paywalls away from valuable information like this article. 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Time of India
4 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Ceasefire violation: Iran strikes kill 4; Israel vows to 'respond forcefully to violation'
Israeli defence minister Israel Katz (File photo) Israeli defence minister Israel Katz said on Tuesday that he had ordered the army "to respond forcefully to Iran's violation of the ceasefire" after Tehran fired multiple missiles, killing at least four people. "I instructed the Israeli army to respond forcefully to Iran's violation of the ceasefire by launching powerful strikes against regime targets in the heart of Tehran," Katz said in a statement. The Iranian barrages forced Israelis into bomb shelters at sunrise, killing at least three people and injuring eight others, according to Israel's Magen David Adom rescue services, which later said a fourth was added in an update to its figures. Another two people were "moderately injured" while 20 were treated for minor injuries and anxiety, it said, according to news agency AFP. Iran's military, however, denied that it fired missiles at Israel hours after a ceasefire was supposed to begin. The Iranian media report quoted the general staff of Iran's armed forces, which includes its regular military and its paramilitary Revolutionary Guard, as making the denial. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Buy Brass Idols - Handmade Brass Statues for Home & Gifting Luxeartisanship Buy Now Undo Meanwhile, Israel has not yet responded to Trump's proposal, effectively buying more time for a potential counterstrike, although Iran announced on its state television that an overall ceasefire began at 7.30 am local time. Iranian military launched the attack soon after US President Donald Trump announced a phased 24-hour ceasefire process beginning at around 0400 GMT Tuesday, which Israel said it had agreed to. Trump has named the conflict between Israel and Iran the '12 Day War,' a reference that echoes the 'Six Day War' of 1967, when Israel fought against a coalition of Arab nations including Egypt, Jordan, and Syria. Trump's reference carries significant emotional weight across the Arab world, particularly for Palestinians. During the 1967 war, Israel captured the West Bank and east Jerusalem from Jordan, the Gaza Strip and Sinai Peninsula from Egypt, and the Golan Heights from Syria. Although Israel later returned the Sinai to Egypt, it still retains control of the other territories. Trump communicated directly with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to secure the ceasefire, according to a senior White House official who spoke on condition of anonymity to discuss Monday's talks. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, special envoy Steve Witkoff, and Vance engaged with the Iranians through both direct and indirect channels. The White House has said that the Saturday bombing played a role in convincing Israel to agree to the ceasefire, and credited the Qatari government with helping to broker the deal.
BBC News
4 days ago
- Politics
- BBC News
BBC Verify Live: Assessing Iran and Israel attacks ahead of ceasefire
Update: Date: 10:11 BST Title: Verifying aftermath of Iran's attack on Israel before ceasefire agreed Content: Peter MwaiBBC Verify senior journalist Several pictures - including this one - of Israeli workers at the scene was shared on X by the Israeli ambulance service We have been using images and videos posted on social media to verify the aftermath of an Iranian missile attack on Israel early on Tuesday moments before the Israeli government announced it had agreed to a ceasefire. The Israeli ambulance service Magen David Adom says four people were killed and 22 were wounded in the attack on the southern town of Beersheba. One of the videos we've verified shows smoke rising into the sky from a location with several high-rise buildings. We have located the footage shared on social media with satellite imagery to an area of Beersheba. We've also been able to match a pet shop seen in another picture shared on X by Magen David Adom, external of rescuers at the scene which we found was very close to the apartment building that was hit. Update: Date: 09:52 BST Title: Tuesday on BBC Verify Live Content: Rob CorpBBC Verify Live editor Good morning. We're keeping a close eye on developments in the Middle East after Iran and Israel agreed to a US and Qatar-brokered ceasefire. The truce appears to be under strain after Israel accused Iran of launching missiles after they had agreed to stand down. Iran has denied the allegation. But in the hours before they agreed to stand down both sides continued carrying out attacks with Israeli air raids reported in northern Iran and an Iranian missile hitting southern Israel. The BBC News live page has the latest news and reaction. We're looking to verify footage from both countries to get an understanding of what was hit in those attacks. Elsewhere, journalists on the fact-check team are across today's Nato summit where 32 member states will pledge to spend 5% of GDP on national security - the UK among them. They'll be looking at how that spending breaks down in terms of where the money will come from and what it will be spent on. As ever - if there's something you think BBC Verify should be investigating then do fill in our contact form.
