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    šŸ“° Iran–Israel Conflict: Full Story as of June 2025

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    šŸ“ Background

    Tensions between Iran and Israel have been rising for years over Iran’s nuclear program, Israel’s military strikes on Iranian proxies, and mutual threats. But in 2025, the situation has escalated dramatically into direct confrontation.

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    šŸ”„Key Events in June 2025

    šŸ‡ŗšŸ‡ø U.S. Airstrikes on Iran’s Nuclear Sites

    • Ā On June 21–22, the United States, in coordination with Israel, launched massive airstrikes on Iran’s nuclear facilitiesĀ atĀ Fordow, Isfahan, and Natanz.
    • Ā The U.S. deployed 30,000-lb bunker-buster bombsĀ to cripple Iran’s uranium enrichment programs hidden deep underground.
    • Ā According to U.S. and Israeli officials, the attacks caused ā€œsevere damageā€ to Iran’s nuclear infrastructure.
    • President Biden (or the acting U.S. administration) stated this was a preemptive strike to prevent Iran from achieving nuclear weapon capability.

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    šŸ‡®šŸ‡·Ā Iran’s Missile Retaliation

    • Ā Iran responded with multiple waves of ballistic missile attacksĀ on Israeli cities including Tel Aviv, Haifa, and Nes Tziona.
    • Ā Around 30 long-range missiles, some possibly theĀ Kheybar ShekanĀ type, were launched.
    • While Israel’sĀ Iron Dome and Arrow defense systems interceptedĀ many, some missiles landed, causing injuries and damage. At leastĀ 23 civilians were injured, though no deaths were reported.

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    šŸŒĀ International Reactions

    šŸ›‘ Global Condemnation and Diplomacy

    • TheĀ UN Security Council held an emergency meetingĀ to address the risk of a wider regional war.
    • Ā Russia and ChinaĀ condemned the U.S. and Israeli strikes as illegal aggression.
    • Ā France, Germany, and the UK calledĀ for immediate de-escalation and transparency from both sides.
    • TheĀ Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) announced the formation of aĀ special contact group to address the crisis and urge Israel to join theĀ Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT).

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    āš”ļøĀ Military Posture and Proxy Forces

    šŸ‡®šŸ‡±Ā Israel:

    • Placed its military onĀ high alert.
    • ActivatedĀ reserves andĀ reinforced northern borders, especially near Hezbollah-controlled Lebanon.
    • Warned Iran ofĀ unimaginable consequencesĀ if further attacks continue.

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    šŸ‡®šŸ‡· Iran:

    • Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Khamenei, faces pressure to eitherĀ strike back harder or seek restraint to avoid full-scale war.
    • Iran is threatening to close the Strait of Hormuz, a critical oil route—raisingĀ global oil pricesĀ and tensions.

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    šŸ¤ Proxy Forces:

    • So far, groups like Hezbollah, the Houthis, and various militias have not launched large-scale attacks, possibly due to Iran’s strategic calculations or international pressure.

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    šŸ“‰Ā Global Impact:

    • Oil prices have surged due to fears over shipping disruptions in the Persian Gulf.
    • Airlines and embassies have adjusted operations in the region.
    • Civilians in both Iran and Israel are preparing for prolonged conflict, stocking supplies and sheltering.

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    Summary:

    The Iran–Israel conflict in 2025 has transitioned from shadow warfare to direct confrontation. The U.S. entered the fray with massive strikes on Iran’s nuclear infrastructure, prompting missile retaliation. The world watches with alarm as the situation teeters between all-out war and urgent diplomatic intervention.

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