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14-06-2025
Israel’s “Operation Rising Lion” launched unprecedented, large-scale strikes across Iran targeting nuclear facilities, air defenses, ballistic missile bases, IRGC leadership, and scientists, reportedly aided by Mossad operatives inside Iran. Tehran says dozens were killed, including top military figures, and alleges civilian casualties. The attack aims to set back or halt Iran’s suspected push toward nuclear “breakout capability,” amid IAEA censure and stalled diplomacy since the US left the 2015 nuclear deal. Israel judged timing favorable given weakened Iranian proxies, compromised air defenses, and concerns equipment would move underground. Washington denies involvement but risks regional escalation if Iran retaliates against US assets. While Iran’s options are limited, the strikes could spur hardliners to pursue a bomb, raising fears of a regional nuclear arms race and further destabilization.
Entities: Israel, Iran, Operation Rising Lion, IRGC, Mossad • Tone: analytical • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
14-06-2025
Israel launched “Operation Rising Lion,” a major strike on Iranian nuclear sites, military leaders and scientists, prompting widespread airspace closures over Israel, Jordan, Iran and Iraq and the shutdown of Tel Aviv’s Ben Gurion airport. Flights regionwide were canceled, delayed or rerouted, with major carriers including Emirates, Etihad, Qatar Airways, Air India, Lufthansa, Delta and United suspending Tel Aviv routes or Iran/Iraq operations. Syria’s airline also halted flights to the UAE and Saudi Arabia amid regional airspace closures. Iran responded by launching over 100 drones at Israel; Israel said many were intercepted. Authorities gave no timeline for reopening airspace, stating airlines would receive six hours’ notice.
Entities: Israel, Iran, Operation Rising Lion, Ben Gurion Airport, Jordan • Tone: urgent • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
14-06-2025
Israel launched “Operation Rising Lion,” striking over 100 targets in Iran, including nuclear facilities in Isfahan, air defenses, and senior commanders, with the IDF claiming the deaths of top Iranian military leaders. Iran responded by firing two waves of more than 100 ballistic missiles and additional salvos at Israel; while most were intercepted with U.S. assistance, some hit Tel Aviv and other areas, causing building damage and at least 21 injuries, two serious. Israel says its strikes dismantled uranium-related infrastructure and will continue for days. Iran’s leaders vowed a fierce response, while the U.S. emphasized it was not involved in Israel’s offensive and urged diplomacy. Sirens and shelter orders continued amid ongoing exchanges.
Entities: Israel Defense Forces (IDF), Iran, Israel, Tel Aviv, Isfahan • Tone: urgent • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
14-06-2025
Israel launched Operation Rising Lion, a preemptive strike on June 13, 2025, targeting Iranian ballistic missile sites, air defenses, and military leaders it said posed an immediate threat to Israeli civilians. The IDF released footage of strikes on surface-to-surface missiles aimed at Israel, while a senior official said Mossad covertly established a drone base inside Iran and deployed precision systems to destroy air defenses. Israel claims it killed senior Iranian commanders, including IRGC Air Force chief Amir Ali Hajizadeh, and struck Iran’s largest uranium enrichment site. The U.S. emphasized it was not involved in the offensive.
Entities: Israel Defense Forces (IDF), Iran, Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), Amir Ali Hajizadeh, Mossad • Tone: urgent • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
14-06-2025
Israel’s “Operation Rising Lion” targeted Iran’s nuclear and missile infrastructure and reportedly killed at least 20 senior commanders, including four top generals. Among them were Gen. Hossein Salami, commander-in-chief of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), known for overseeing Iran’s missile arsenal and threatening the U.S. and Israel; and Gen. Mohammad Bagheri, Iran’s armed forces chief of staff and key architect of Iran’s military doctrine and regional coordination. Also killed were Brig. Gen. Amir Ali Hajizadeh, head of the IRGC Aerospace Force responsible for missiles, drones, and space programs, and Lt. Gen. Gholamali Rashid, commander of the IRGC’s joint operations headquarters. The strikes significantly disrupt Iran’s military leadership and its regional strike capabilities.
Entities: Operation Rising Lion, Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), Gen. Hossein Salami, Gen. Mohammad Bagheri, Brig. Gen. Amir Ali Hajizadeh • Tone: analytical • Sentiment: neutral • Intent: inform
14-06-2025
Israel launched a major pre-emptive operation, “Rising Lion,” striking Iran’s Natanz nuclear facility and other targets, killing senior Revolutionary Guard commanders and six nuclear scientists, according to Iranian state media. Explosions were reported across Tehran, with dozens killed and hundreds injured, and the Guard’s HQ reportedly set on fire. Israel declared a state of emergency, closed its airspace, and said the campaign would continue to neutralize the threat; all Israeli pilots returned safely. The IAEA reported no rise in radiation at Natanz. Citing fears over Iran’s advancing nuclear program, Benjamin Netanyahu warned Iran could rapidly produce a weapon and has enriched enough uranium for multiple bombs. Iran vowed “severe punishment” and launched multiple waves of more than 100 drones toward Israel. Regional air travel was disrupted. The U.S. said it was not involved but framed the strikes as Israeli self-defense, while the UK urged de-escalation. China called for restraint; Russia condemned the strikes as unprovoked; and several Middle Eastern states, including the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Qatar, condemned Israel’s action.
Entities: Israel, Iran, Natanz nuclear facility, Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), Benjamin Netanyahu • Tone: urgent • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
14-06-2025
China’s UN ambassador Fu Cong urged Israel to immediately halt its “risky” military actions against Iran, warning of serious consequences and calling for de-escalation at an emergency UN Security Council meeting. He condemned strikes violating Iran’s sovereignty amid Israel’s “Operation Rising Lion,” a pre-emptive attack on Iranian nuclear and military sites that reportedly killed senior Iranian officials. Israel cited a secret Iranian nuclear weapons program; Iran vowed severe retaliation and launched hundreds of ballistic missiles at Israel, raising fears of a broader war.
Entities: Fu Cong, China, United Nations Security Council, Israel, Iran • Tone: urgent • Sentiment: negative • Intent: warn
