Israel had been planning their June 13, 2025 invasion. They directly, intentionally sought to destroy Iran’s nuclear plants, ballistic missile production sites, and military leaders. This preemptive strike undercuts Tehran’s desire to acquire an atomic bomb. To this end, regional tensions have increased dramatically, causing Israel to invoke a state of emergency.
The same day, the Israeli government took to Twitter to celebrate the operation. This was just days after explosions were reported at Iran’s primary uranium enrichment site in Natanz. Eyewitnesses in Tehran reported seeing large plumes of black smoke rise into the sky after the blasts. Prior to the Pentagon’s announcement, Iranian state media had already reported on the blasts. In a notable development, Iran’s chief of Revolutionary Guards was killed during the strike, marking a severe blow to Iran’s military leadership.
Israel’s actions on this day were characterized as a necessary measure to prevent further advancements in Iran’s nuclear capabilities. The Israeli government communicated that the operation would continue for the long haul. Their goal — to ensure our national safety against increasing risks of attack from Iran. As confirmed by reporting from Jerusalem, Dubai, and Washington, this was a signal shot in the global tug-of-war arena that is this conflict.
As Israeli officials prepared for Iranian retaliation, Israeli officials readied for missile and drone attacks from Iran. With all these developments, anxiety is growing over whether we could see a larger US-Iran conflict engulfing much of the Middle East. Experts say the regional dynamics could change drastically as Iran reacts to this unprecedented assault.