US EditionWhat to Know About Israel's Major Attack on Iran
- On June 13, 2025, Israel launched Operation Rising Lion, striking multiple Iranian nuclear, missile, and military targets including Tehran and Natanz.
- The operation followed escalating tensions over Iran's nuclear program after the U.S. withdrew from the 2015 nuclear deal and the IAEA officially declared Iran in breach of obligations.
- The strikes hit over 100 sites in less than 15 minutes, killing senior Iranian military commanders and nuclear scientists while causing explosions in Tehran and other cities.
- Prime Minister Netanyahu said the operation struck the head of Iran's nuclear weaponization program and ballistic missile arsenal, while Iran’s Supreme Leader Khamenei vowed "severe punishment."
- The U.S. denied involvement and warned Iran not to retaliate against American interests, while the attack risks further escalating the longstanding Israel-Iran conflict.
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