14-06-2025

Iran-Israel Missile Exchange Escalates Rapidly

Date: 14-06-2025
Sources: edition.cnn.com: 4 | foxnews.com: 2 | nytimes.com: 2
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Summary

Israel and Iran traded unprecedented missile and drone barrages over 24 hours, after Israeli strikes hit Iranian nuclear, military, and leadership targets. Iran responded with waves of ballistic missiles and drones that struck near key military facilities and residential areas in and around Tel Aviv, causing civilian casualties and widespread fear despite extensive Israeli and U.S.-assisted interceptions. Israel reported significant damage and vowed further action, while Iran threatened a crushing response and warned U.S. bases could be targeted if hostilities continue. The exchanges killed scores in Iran, left multiple dead and injured in Israel, and heightened the risk of a broader regional conflict amid uncertain prospects for U.S.-Iran nuclear talks and questions over Iran’s degraded missile capacity post-strike.

Key Points

  • Israel struck Iranian nuclear and military sites, killing senior leaders and degrading missile capabilities.
  • Iran launched hundreds of missiles and drones at Israel; most were intercepted but several caused casualties and damage near Tel Aviv.
  • Civilian areas and key military infrastructure were hit, intensifying public fear and disruption in both countries.
  • Iran warned U.S. bases could be targeted; the U.S. aided Israeli defenses and reduced regional personnel amid heightened risk.
  • Both sides vowed further action, raising fears of regional war and complicating planned nuclear talks.

Articles in this Cluster

Live updates: Explosions heard over Jerusalem as Israel and Iran trade deadly missile attacks | CNNClose icon

Iran and Israel exchanged major missile strikes over 24 hours, with explosions reported in Tel Aviv, Jerusalem, and Tehran. Israel’s initial attack targeted Iranian nuclear and military sites, killing senior leaders; Iran said at least 78 people were killed and 320 wounded. Iran responded with multiple waves of missiles and drones, hitting areas near Tel Aviv and killing at least three people in Israel and injuring dozens. Israel said it intercepted many projectiles but reported significant damage in some areas. Both sides vowed further action: Israel accused Iran of crossing red lines by targeting civilians, while Iran promised a “crushing response” and warned it would intensify attacks. The escalation raises fears of a broader regional conflict, even as planned US-Iran nuclear talks remain uncertain.
Entities: Israel, Iran, Jerusalem, Tel Aviv, TehranTone: urgentSentiment: negativeIntent: inform

Nic Robertson describes downed projectile in Israel | CNNClose icon

CNN’s Nic Robertson reports from a road to Tel Aviv where a smoldering projectile lies after a fresh wave of Iranian missile strikes on Israel, illustrating the escalating exchange of missiles between Iran and Israel and the impact on civilian areas.
Entities: Nic Robertson, CNN, Israel, Iran, Tel AvivTone: urgentSentiment: negativeIntent: inform

See moment projectile strikes near key military facility in Tel Aviv | CNNClose icon

CNN-verified video shows a missile striking near the Kirya, a central Tel Aviv area that houses Israel’s urban military base and Defense Forces headquarters, amid escalating Iran-Israel exchanges of missiles and drones. The clip highlights the intensifying regional conflict and impacts on populated areas around key military infrastructure.
Entities: Tel Aviv, the Kirya, Israel Defense Forces (IDF), Iran, CNNTone: urgentSentiment: negativeIntent: inform

Watch: Israel and Iran trade unprecedented blows overnight | CNNClose icon

Israel and Iran exchanged heavy missile strikes overnight, sharply escalating their long-running conflict. The barrage followed Israel’s unprecedented attacks on Iranian nuclear and military sites on Friday, which killed several senior Iranian leaders. The tit-for-tat strikes hit residential areas and military targets, fueling fears of a broader regional war.
Entities: Israel, Iran, missile strikes, Israeli attacks on Iranian nuclear and military sites, senior Iranian leadersTone: urgentSentiment: negativeIntent: inform

Iran fires 100 missiles at Israel in retaliation, few penetrate defense shield | Fox News

Iran launched around 100 ballistic missiles at Israel in retaliation for Israeli strikes, with Israel’s defenses intercepting most and an estimated 5–7 getting through. Authorities ordered civilians into shelters as explosions were reported in Tel Aviv; at least five people were hospitalized, including two with serious injuries, and others treated for anxiety. The U.S. assisted Israel in intercepting the missiles, citing protection of American citizens and assets. Iran termed the operation “True Promise 3.” Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Israel’s objective is to eliminate Iran’s nuclear and missile threats while expressing support for the Iranian people’s freedom.
Entities: Iran, Israel, United States, Benjamin Netanyahu, Tel AvivTone: urgentSentiment: negativeIntent: inform

Threat to US bases in Middle East remains heightened following strikes on Iran | Fox News

Iran warned it would target U.S. bases in the Middle East if Israel strikes Iran again, following Israeli attacks on Iranian nuclear and military sites that killed senior commanders and scientists. Tehran’s U.N. mission condemned Israel’s actions and blamed the U.S. as Israel’s backer. The U.S. partially evacuated personnel from Iraq and authorized dependents to leave regional posts amid heightened risk; about 40,000 U.S. troops are stationed across at least 19 sites near Iran. Analysts note Iran has previously hit U.S. bases with missiles (2020) and may be seeking to deter U.S. involvement and create distance between Washington and Jerusalem, even as questions remain about Tehran’s willingness and capacity to open a wider front.
Entities: Iran, United States, Israel, Tehran’s U.N. mission, U.S. bases in the Middle EastTone: urgentSentiment: negativeIntent: inform

‘I Was Afraid I’d Die’: Iran’s Missiles Rained Down on Tel Aviv - The New York Times

Iran launched hundreds of missiles and drones at Israel from Friday night into Saturday, leaving 17 impact sites nationwide. Three civilians were killed and over 170 people were wounded, including seven soldiers. Damage in central Tel Aviv included a high-rise near government and military headquarters, forcing residents into temporary hotel housing; it was unclear whether destruction came from missiles, interceptors, or debris. In Rishon LeZion, a projectile struck a home, killing two and shattering windows and roofs across the neighborhood. Residents described fear, chaos, and scenes of bloodied victims, noting that while accustomed to rocket fire since the 2023 Gaza war, this attack felt materially and emotionally different.
Entities: Iran, Israel, Tel Aviv, New York Times, Rishon LeZionTone: urgentSentiment: negativeIntent: inform

Live Updates: Iran Launches Missiles at Israel After Israeli Strikes on Nuclear Sites - The New York Times

Iran launched waves of missiles and drones at Israel after Israeli strikes hit multiple sites across Iran, including parts of the Natanz nuclear facility, air defenses, missile bases, and senior military leadership. Israel reported intercepting many drones but confirmed casualties and significant damage from missile barrages, with at least two people killed and over 20 wounded. Israeli forces continued striking targets in Iran more than a day after their initial attacks. Iranian officials, caught off guard before scheduled nuclear talks, acknowledged major intelligence and air-defense failures and the loss of top commanders, including the Revolutionary Guards’ aerospace chief. Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei vowed retaliation while weighing the risks of wider war, as internal debates highlighted Iran’s reduced missile capability after Israeli strikes. Tensions remain high with ongoing exchanges and uncertainty over further escalation.
Entities: Iran, Israel, Natanz nuclear facility, Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, Ayatollah Ali KhameneiTone: urgentSentiment: negativeIntent: inform