Israel–Iran conflict

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Here’s the latest on the escalating Israel–Iran conflict .

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⚠️ 1. U.S. becomes directly involved

• On June 22, 2025, the U.S. launched precision airstrikes targeting three key Iranian nuclear facilities — Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan — using B-2 stealth bombers. This marks a major escalation beyond prior Israeli-led strikes aljazeera.com+3barrons.com+3m.economictimes.com+3.

• President Trump hailed the strikes as a “historic moment” and “spectacular military success” cbsnews.com.

• Iran’s Foreign Minister condemned the attacks as “outrageous” and warned of “everlasting consequences,” reaffirming Iran’s “right to defend its sovereignty” aljazeera.com.

🛡️ US Military on Alert

• U.S. military bases and diplomatic missions in Iraq, as well as across the broader Gulf region, have bolstered security and intercepted Iranian drones entering Iraqi airspace nypost.com+7wsj.com+7facebook.com+7.

• Roughly 40,000 U.S. troops are deployed across the region, with families previously authorized to relocate voluntarily cbsnews.com+1nypost.com+1.

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🇮🇷 2. Iranian and Proxy Retaliation Threats

• Iran launched a large-scale missile-drones offensive on June 13, dubbed Operation True Promise 3, firing over 150 ballistic missiles and 100+ drones toward Israel; around 22 were reported injured washingtonpost.com+2en.wikipedia.org+2theguardian.com+2.

• Tehran’s proxies, including Kataib Hezbollah and Kataib Sayyid al-Shuhada, have threatened attacks on U.S. bases in Iraq, targeting staples like the Strait of Hormuz, Bab al‑Mandab, and Red Sea ports understandingwar.org+1understandingwar.org+1.

• The Houthis (Yemen) also backed Iran, warning of attacks on U.S. vessels in the Red Sea understandingwar.org.

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🕌 3. Iraqi stability under pressure

• Iraq shut its airspace following the June 13 Israeli strikes targeting Iran reuters.com+7en.wikipedia.org+7timesofindia.indiatimes.com+7.

• Iraqi forces have heightened security around U.S. sites and diplomatic missions amid fears of spillover wsj.com+1m.economictimes.com+1.

• The Iraqi government officially condemned Israel’s airstrikes as violations of international law and urged the UN Security Council to act en.wikipedia.org.

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🌍 4. Regional and global impact

• Air travel disruptions: Multiple Middle East countries (Iran, Iraq, Israel, Jordan, Syria) have closed airspace. Airlines like British Airways, Singapore Airlines, and El Al suspended or rerouted flights apnews.com+1reuters.com+1.

  • Reuters flagged rising risk warnings for U.S. airlines, resulting in further avoidance of Middle Eastern airspace .

• Energy markets: Oil spiked 7–14% after Israel’s initial strike; Iran’s parliamentary motion to close the Hormuz Strait threatens further spikes to $100–$150/barrel, risking global stagflation cbsnews.com+2en.wikipedia.org+2ft.com+2.

• Global security alerts: U.S. issued warnings to citizens in Iraq, Iran, Israel, and Jordan; NYC, Washington, and Los Angeles boosted patrols around diplomatic and cultural sites en.wikipedia.org+6reuters.com+6m.economictimes.com+6.

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🕊️ 5. Diplomatic efforts & international reaction

• Widespread condemnation: The U.N., EU, U.K., Japan, China, Russia, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the Vatican emphasized diplomacy over warfare apnews.com.

• France, Germany, Greece, Guatemala urge restraint and highlight Israel’s right to self-defense .

• Iran open to talks: Iranian officials engaged in Geneva talks (June 20) and flew envoys to Oman. However, they remain firm on retaining uranium enrichment capabilities .

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🔍 6. On-the-ground situation

• Israeli air superiority: Israeli strikes have degraded a centrifuge facility in Isfahan and nuclear buildings at Fordow—IAEA confirmed no radiological release aljazeera.com.

• Militia strikes and cross-border actions: Israeli strike along the Iran–Iraq border killed Kataib leaders and Hezbollah aides. Arab states like Egypt, UAE, and Turkey now call urgently for stabilization .

• Civilian impact: Israeli strikes killed at least 78 Iranians and injured 320+; missile salvos and drone barrages caused injuries in Israel and civilians displaced .

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🧭 The Big Picture

Conflict expansion: Initially between Israel and Iran, the conflict now includes U.S. military engagement, Iraqi border clashes, and Yemeni proxy action—raising alarms of a full-scale regional war.
Economic ripple effects: Global markets face volatility across oil, supply chains, travel, and geopolitics.
Diplomatic crossroad: With international consensus favoring negotiation, Iran's willingness to de-escalate yet retain nuclear ambitions makes any deal complex.
Fragile stability in Iraq: Increased militia activity and Iraqi military strain highlight potential for localized spillover.

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🔭 Looking Ahead

• Watch for Iranian responses (missile/drones) and potential U.S. defensive actions.

• Monitor diplomatic pathways: Is the U.S.–Iran channel via Oman and Geneva heading toward tangible ceasefire progress?

• Global energy and aviation markets will closely track developments at the Strait of Hormuz and broader Gulf tensions.

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📌 TL;DR

The Israel–Iran showdown has escalated dramatically with U.S. airstrikes, triggering fears of a broader Middle East war. Iraqi security forces are on guard, flight restrictions continue, and global markets are jittery. While most nations call for diplomacy, Iran has shown both openness to talks and resolve to maintain its nuclear program—doubling the complexity of reaching peace.

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