Israel Intensifies Airstrikes on Iran Amid Rising Tensions

On June 15, 2025, explosions rocked Tehran, signaling a significant escalation in the ongoing tensions between Iran and Israel. The Israeli air force conducted a series of airstrikes targeting missile installations in the western region of Iran, according to an official statement from the Israeli military. These attacks aimed to eliminate numerous missile targets and followed what was described as the heaviest aerial assault on Iran, which took place a few days earlier. This prior attack focused on nuclear facilities in Tehran and resulted in substantial casualties, including dozens of scientists, high-ranking security officials, and civilians, while provoking retaliatory strikes that killed at least 14 individuals in Israel.

In light of the current situation, Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz communicated that airstrikes would persist, extending beyond nuclear facilities to include missile production sites, aerial defense systems, and other significant targets within the Iranian regime. Additionally, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu expressed a firm resolve to eradicate the dual threats posed by Iran, indicating an ongoing commitment to military operations in the region as tensions continue to escalate.