On Monday, it marked 11 days since the direct confrontation between Iran and Israel began, with the day characterized by new attacks, threats of reprisals, and the consolidation of U.S. military involvement as an active part of the conflict.
Following U.S. airstrikes on Sunday against key Iranian nuclear centers— Isfahan, Natanz, and Fordow —the Iranian regime warned it would respond with direct military retaliation . Ali Akbar Velayati , advisor to the Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei , indicated that any base used by the U.S. , “in the region or elsewhere,” could become a target for attacks. The U.S. Department of State issued a global alert for all U.S. citizens and diplomatic personnel.
In the early hours of Monday, new attacks were recorded. Sirens sounded in northern and central Israel following the launch of ballistic missiles from Iran. The Israeli Air Force retaliated with bombings targeting military infrastructure in the Iranian city of Kermanshah.
Here’s the live coverage of the ongoing conflict between Israel and Iran:
Israel Attacked Six Military Airports in Iran, Destroying Part of Its Air Capacity
The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) reported that they bombed six Iranian military airports located in the west, center, and east of the country as part of their offensive against the Tehran regime.
According to the official statement, the attacks destroyed runways , underground hangars , refuelling aircraft , and several combat aircraft, including models such as F-14 , F-5 , and AH-1 .
The destroyed aircraft , as stated by the IDF, were meant to intercept the Israeli Air Force (IAF) planes. This operation is reported to have significantly affected both the takeoff capabilities from these bases and the ability of the Iranian military to operate its air force from these strategic points.
Electricity Service Restored in Southern Israel After Iranian Missile Impact
A ballistic missile launched by Iran struck near a power plant in southern Israel , causing temporary power outages in several localities in the area.
The Israel Electric Corporation (IEC) confirmed that supply was fully restored following the intervention of technical teams. “ The teams restored electricity to all consumers ,” the company stated in an announcement.
IDF Attacks Evin Prison and the Clock of Destruction of Israel, Key Symbols of the Iranian Regime in Tehran
Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz specified on Monday the targets of the current air offensive over Tehran , describing it as a large-scale operation aimed at the nerve centers of the Iranian regime.
“ The Israeli Defense Forces are currently attacking with unprecedented force regime targets and government repression bodies in the heart of Tehran ,” Katz stated in an official message. Among the targets mentioned are the Basij headquarters , Evin Prison , known for housing political prisoners and opponents, the “Destruction of Israel” clock located in Palestine Square , and the headquarters of the Revolutionary Guard’s internal security , among other state ideological centers.
According to the minister, the Evin prison was attacked in a manner that would avoid harm to the inmates, seemingly aimed at facilitating the escape of detainees .
One of the symbols attacked was the clock installed in 2017 in central Tehran, which counted down to the supposed disappearance of Israel in 2040 , a date proclaimed by the Iranian authorities.
European Union Warned Closing the Strait of Hormuz Would Be “Extremely Dangerous”
The European Union’s Foreign Policy Chief, Kaja Kallas , directly warned Iran on Monday: the potential closure of the Strait of Hormuz , as demanded by the Iranian parliament in response to the U.S. attack , “ would be extremely dangerous and would not be good for anyone .”
Upon her arrival for the Foreign Affairs Council meeting in Brussels, Kallas confirmed that ministers would discuss the impact of the recent U.S. attack and its regional implications. “ Especially the closing of the Strait of Hormuz, which would be extremely dangerous and not good for anyone ,” she reiterated.
Kallas emphasized that the European Union is committed to a diplomatic approach. “ The EU has always favored diplomacy . We spoke with the Iranian minister on Friday, and Iran was opening up to discussing nuclear issues and broader security concerns troubling Europe . We must keep this going because, in the end, there must be a diplomatic solution for a long-term perspective.”
The head of European diplomacy reminded that the international agreement on Iran’s nuclear program includes a clause that allows for the reimposition of sanctions if the country violates its commitments. “ If everyone agrees that Iran should not have a nuclear weapon, we must work towards that ,” she concluded.
Putin Condemned the Attacks on Tehran and Promised to Support the Iranian Regime
Russian President Vladimir Putin condemned on Monday the recent attacks against Tehran , describing them as an “unprovoked aggression” and assured that Russia is actively working to support the Iranian population. These comments came during a meeting in Moscow with Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi .
“This is absolutely unjustified aggression against Iran,” Putin told the Iranian diplomat, demonstrating political support amid escalating tensions in the region. The Russian leader added that his government “is making efforts to provide aid to the Iranian people.”
The meeting between the two officials strengthens cooperation between Moscow and Tehran at a time when relations with the West are undergoing a new phase of confrontation.
IAEA Demanded Urgent Access to Verify Its Enriched Uranium Reserves
The Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) demanded on Monday immediate access to Iran’s nuclear facilities to verify the holdings of highly enriched uranium , whose purity levels are approaching the threshold necessary to manufacture a nuclear weapon.
“We must allow inspectors back on the ground to assess the reserves, particularly the 400 kilograms enriched to 60% ,” said Rafael Grossi at the opening of an extraordinary agency meeting at its headquarters in Vienna .
Grossi also revealed that Tehran notified him on June 13 about the implementation of “special measures to protect nuclear equipment and materials,” according to a letter received by the agency.
Israel Strikes Fordow Nuclear Plant in the Mountains of Iran Again
Iranian Missile Damaged Electrical Facilities in Southern Israel Causing Power Outages in the Region
An Iranian ballistic missile struck near a power plant in southern Israel , causing interruptions in electricity supply in several localities in the area.
Air Raid Sirens Activated in Northern Israel After Missile Launches from Iran
Air raid sirens were activated on Monday in several communities in northern Israel , near the border with Lebanon , following the launch of ballistic missiles from Iranian territory, as confirmed by the Israeli army. Authorities ordered residents to seek immediate shelter and remain there until further notice.
Minutes later, the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) reported that they detected a new barrage of missiles from Iran . Authorities anticipate that sirens will also be activated in the coming hours in areas of central Israel, including the metropolitan area of Tel Aviv .
The launch is part of the military escalation that has been ongoing between Iran and Israel since June 13. The IDF continues to monitor the airspace and recommends that the population follow the instructions of emergency services. So far, there have been no reported casualties or damages.
Iran Threatened Trump After Attacks on Its Nuclear Facilities: “You Started the War, But We Will Finish It”
Iran’s Armed Forces spokesman, Ebrahim Zolfaghari, stated that the U.S. bombings marked the start of an open conflict with the Islamic Republic “and will open the way for war’s extension in the region.”
Iran warned on Monday to the United States about a possible military response following bombings aimed at its nuclear facilities . The spokesman for the Iranian Armed Forces , Lieutenant Colonel Ebrahim Zolfaghari , stated that U.S. attacks marked the beginning of an open conflict with the Islamic Republic, asserting that it would be Tehran that “would finish it.” These comments come after the U.S. attacks on the nuclear complexes of Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan , within the context of the escalating confrontation between Iran and Israel.