US and Israel Intensify Attacks on Iran, Tehran Warns of Retaliation
The United States has struck over 3,000 targets in Iran during the first week of the war, as part of the ‘Epic Fury’ campaign, according to the US military Central Command (Centcom). The targets include command and control centers, air defense systems, missile sites, Iranian Navy ships, and submarines. In total, 43 ships were “damaged or destroyed”.
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Over 160 Italian soldiers on the missile frigate in defense of Cyprus
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Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Warns European Countries
Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Majid Takht-Ravanchi has warned European countries that if they “join America and Israel in aggression against Iran, it will become a legitimate target for Iranian retaliation”. In an interview with France 24, Takht-Ravanchi stated that Iranian officials had “negotiated in good faith” with the US before Washington decided to attack. He emphasized that “we don’t trust the Americans” and described Tehran’s latest moves as defensive, saying “this war was imposed on us” by the United States and Israel.
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Israel Launches Large-Scale Attacks on Tehran
Israel has launched “large-scale” attacks on targets in Tehran, while Iran’s state broadcaster reported an explosion in the western part of the city. The Israeli military stated that “the IDF has launched a wave of large-scale attacks” against government targets in the Iranian capital. This announcement came after the army detected another Iranian missile launch aimed at Israel.
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The sky of Tel Aviv as in Star Wars, journalists and foreigners filming the explosions
The Sky News Arabic correspondent positioned himself on a small terrace among the skyscrapers
Civilian Casualties and War Crimes
Iran’s UN ambassador, Amir Saeid Iravani, reported that at least 1,332 Iranian civilians have lost their lives in the war, and thousands more have been injured. The ambassador stated that the US and Israel “have demonstrated that they do not recognize any red lines in committing their crimes” and are attacking “densely populated” civilian areas and infrastructure, including schools, medical, recreational, and sports facilities. He called these acts “clear war crimes and crimes against humanity” and urged the Security Council to “act now, without delay”.
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Russia’s Involvement and US Response
The White House has downplayed reports that Russia is providing Iran with information on US forces’ targets in the Middle East to help them retaliate. US spokeswoman Karoline Leavitt stated that “it is clearly making no difference to military operations in Iran, because we are completely decimating them”. The Washington Post reported that Russia provided Iran with the location of American military assets, including ships and planes.
Trump’s Stance and the Future of Iran
US President Donald Trump has expressed his determination to change the course of Iran’s history, stating “I want an unconditional surrender” from the ayatollahs. Trump has already rejected Mojtaba Khamenei, the son of the Supreme Leader killed in the raids, but the extremist component of the regime is still prevalent. The president has also hinted at a possible new leader in Tehran, saying it could be “fair and just and treats the United States, Israel, and other Middle Eastern countries well”.
Video Protests in Tehran against attacks by Israel and the USA
Situation on the Ground
The first week of the war has ended with intense bombing of the Iranian capital and the outskirts of Beirut, a Hezbollah stronghold. In response, the Pasdaran has insisted on American targets in the Gulf, also threatening energy sites where Western companies operate. According to US media, the targets were identified thanks to Russian intelligence.
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International Response and Energy Crisis
With all fronts still open, the Washington Post reported that the US military has canceled an exercise for elite paratroopers, fueling speculation that soldiers could be sent to the Middle East. The energy crisis continues to escalate, with crude oil prices flying above 90 dollars and traffic in Hormuz at zero.