Israel’s Defense Minister Issues Stark Warning to Iran

Israel’s defense minister has issued a stark warning to Iran, stating that “Tehran will burn” if Iran continues retaliatory strikes on the Israeli “homefront.” The escalating tensions between the two nations have raised fears of a long and disruptive conflict in the region.

President Trump Considers Military Involvement

Israel and Iran exchanged strikes a week into their war, as President Donald Trump deliberated U.S. military involvement. New diplomatic efforts are also underway to address the growing crisis.

International Response

U.K. Prime Minister Boris Johnson spoke with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, expressing support for Israel’s right to self-defense. The U.K. also voiced grave concerns about Iran’s nuclear activities.

Explosions Reported in Tehran

Channels in Iran linked to the Revolutionary Guards reported explosions in Tehran. In response, Israel’s Defense Minister declared a state of emergency across the country.

Casualties and Damage

Israel’s military confirmed that the strikes resulted in the deaths of nine senior scientists and experts involved in Iran’s nuclear program. Meanwhile, Iran reported 78 fatalities and over 320 injuries. Israel’s attacks have claimed the lives of 224 individuals and injured over 1,800 people in Iran so far, according to the country’s health ministry.

State of Emergency Declared

Following the strikes, Israel’s defense minister declared a state of emergency. The country launched a series of attacks targeting dozens of military sites in Iran, including key installations related to its nuclear program.

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Explosions were heard northeast of Tehran as Israel launched preemptive strikes on Iran. Tehran retaliated with strikes on Israel, prompting the Israeli army to designate Iran as its primary war front.