**Breaking: Iran Launches Hundreds of Missiles Towards Israel**
In a dramatic escalation of the conflict, Iran launched “hundreds” of ballistic missiles towards Israel late on June 13. The attack comes as Tehran continues its retaliatory strikes in response to Israel’s air strikes on Iran’s nuclear program.
The attack has resulted in at least seven people being injured near the city of Tel Aviv. This is not the first time Iran has launched a drone or missile attack on Israel, but it is one of the most extensive and intense attacks in recent history.
**Background: The Escalation**
The current conflict between Israel and Iran began when Israel launched heavy air strikes against Iran’s nuclear program. The strikes reportedly killed Hossein Salami, the commander-in-chief of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), and other top officials.
Earlier on June 13, Iran had launched over 100 drones towards Israel, but all were intercepted outside of Israeli airspace. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vowed to respond to the attack, saying that “more is on the way” and that the Iranian regime does not know what hit them or what will hit them next.
**US Involvement**
US President Donald Trump has stated that the US military is on high alert and watching for any kind of retaliation from Iran. He emphasized that the US will respond to defend itself or Israel if Iran strikes back.
Before the attacks, Trump expressed his commitment to avoiding conflict and preferring a diplomatic solution to Iran’s nuclear aspirations. He noted that despite tensions, he wants to have an agreement with Iran, referring to ongoing Iran-US nuclear talks in Oman.
**Global Implications**
Beyond the Middle East, Iran has emerged as a key ally of Russia in its war against Ukraine. Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) confirmed on June 13 that its aerospace commander, Amir Ali Hajizadeh, who led Iran’s Shahed drone supply to Russia, was killed in the strike on June 13.
Just hours after Russia launched its own missile and drone assault on Ukraine, Russian President Vladimir Putin decried the “numerous civilian casualties” in Iran and condemned Israel’s actions as violations of the UN Charter and international law. The conflict has sparked concern globally, with Ukraine expressing concern over the security situation in the Middle East.
**What’s Next?**
The current situation is fluid, and it remains to be seen how the conflict will escalate or de-escalate. One thing is certain: the world is watching closely as tensions between Israel, Iran, Russia, and other countries continue to rise.
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