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Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2025-06-16 at 18:06

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1. Israel Launches Bold Strikes Against Iran’s Military
2. Iran Threatens US Targets Amid Escalating Conflict
3. Israel Destroys Iran’s Nuclear Archive in Covert Attack

The time is now 02:01 PM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.

At this hour, the situation across the Middle East remains highly volatile, with Israel engaged in a significant escalation of its conflict with Iran and its proxies. Israeli defense forces report ongoing missile alerts following a barrage of Iranian ballistic missile attacks targeting key cities, including Tel Aviv and Haifa. Reports indicate at least eight fatalities and nearly 300 injuries, with damage to homes, infrastructure, and even the US embassy in Tel Aviv. The Israeli military has responded with targeted airstrikes, destroying Iranian fighter jets at Tehran’s airports and conducting strikes on Iranian military positions and drone storage facilities. The Israeli Air Force has also reportedly intercepted and destroyed multiple Iranian drones and missiles launched towards Israeli territory, which is now under a heightened state of alert and in close proximity to reinforced shelters.

Meanwhile, Iran’s military has claimed that its missile strikes are acts of self-defense, warning that if assistance to Israel continues, the conflict could escalate further, threatening regional stability. Iranian officials have also threatened to target US military assets in the region, as the United States has deployed fighter jets, naval ships, and missile defenses to boost Israel’s security. The US military presence has increased, with aircraft carriers and destroyers repositioned in strategic locations, and Patriot missile batteries activated to intercept incoming threats.

On the diplomatic front, European foreign ministers from France, Germany, and the United Kingdom are reportedly in contact with Iran’s foreign minister amid ongoing hostilities, raising concerns over potential spillover effects. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has publicly stated that eliminating Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ali Khamenei, remains on the table, emphasizing that such a move could bring an end to Iran’s destabilizing efforts rather than escalate the conflict. Netanyahu also dismissed reports suggesting Iran seeks negotiations, asserting that Iran aims to continue its nuclear and missile programs while engaging in superficial talks.

Israeli intelligence and military sources warn that Iran’s ballistic missile arsenal, which has launched hundreds of projectiles over recent days, may be depleted and that Iran’s ability to sustain such attacks is diminishing, although the threat remains serious. Israeli officials also indicate that the recent attacks on Iran's nuclear facilities, including Natanz and Isfahan, have caused substantial damage, with some reports suggesting the destruction of thousands of advanced centrifuges and damage to nuclear scientists and infrastructure.

The ongoing hostilities have also affected civilian life in Israel, with widespread missile warnings prompting millions to seek shelter. The Israeli government has issued advisories for citizens to remain close to protected spaces, as additional missile waves are anticipated. The conflict has prompted international concern, with reports of heightened diplomatic contacts and warnings from Iran of broader regional escalation if Israel continues its offensive.

In a significant development, reports indicate that Israel conducted a covert operation to destroy the last remaining backup of Iran’s nuclear archive, which contained extensive organizational knowledge of Iran’s nuclear program, further crippling Tehran’s strategic capabilities. This move underscores Israel’s broader objective to prevent Iran from rebuilding its nuclear potential and to deter future aggression.

As the fighting continues, the United States has reaffirmed its support for Israel, with military assets operating in the region to intercept Iranian missiles and protect American personnel. The global community watches closely as the region braces for what could be a prolonged and intense confrontation, with the potential for wider regional destabilization if de-escalation efforts do not materialize soon.

This is a developing situation, and authorities urge the public to heed emergency instructions, remain vigilant, and stay close to secure shelters as the conflict persists. We will continue to monitor the situation and provide updates as they become available.

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I'm Noa Levi. Stay safe and informed.
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