Israel's military conducted strikes on an Iranian nuclear research facility, resulting in the deaths of three senior Iranian commanders. The military is now preparing for a potential long-term conflict.
There are concerns about a wider war as Iranian-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen threaten to resume attacks on U.S. vessels in the Red Sea if the Trump administration joins Israel's military campaign against Iran.
Iran confirmed that the Israeli strikes damaged a facility in Isfahan but caused no casualties. The target was two centrifuge production sites, marking the second attack on Isfahan in the ongoing conflict.
Iran retaliated with a new wave of drones and missiles targeting Israel, with no significant damage reported. The Israeli official stated that their defenses have intercepted over 50% of Iran's launchers, making it difficult for Iran to fire towards Israel.
U.S. President Donald Trump is considering active military involvement in the conflict, a move that Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi described as 'dangerous.' Trump has delayed a decision on military intervention for up to two weeks.
The conflict began on June 13 with Israeli airstrikes targeting Iran's nuclear and military sites, resulting in casualties on both sides. Talks in Geneva failed to produce a breakthrough, with no date set for further negotiations.
Israel's military has targeted top Iranian military leaders and commanders, including those responsible for arming Hamas and Hezbollah. Iran has threatened the head of the U.N. nuclear watchdog in response to statements about its nuclear program.
Israel has focused its strikes on Iran's nuclear facilities, avoiding direct attacks on nuclear reactors. The conflict has escalated tensions between the two countries, with no immediate resolution in sight.
Source: Manila Bulletin