The Israel-Iran conflict entered its sixth day on Wednesday, with both nations escalating their attacks. Overnight, Tehran launched hypersonic Fattah-1 missiles at Israeli targets in a powerful show of force, just hours after U.S. President Donald Trump issued a stark warning demanding Iran’s “unconditional surrender”.
While Trump insisted that Washington is not directly involved in Israel’s bombing operations, he made it clear that his patience with Iran is wearing thin.
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Israeli Warplanes Strike Iran’s Capital Overnight
In a bold and high-risk escalation, Israeli fighter jets targeted Tehran just before dawn on Wednesday. The Israeli military had issued a civilian evacuation warning on social media for District 18, signaling an imminent airstrike. Reports from Iranian media indicate that a university affiliated with the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) in eastern Tehran was among the targets.
Explosions Heard Over Tel Aviv as Iran Launches Missile Barrages
As the clock struck midnight, the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) reported two successive barrages of Iranian missiles aimed at Israel. Explosions echoed over Tel Aviv, marking another night of growing intensity in the conflict. Israel’s Iron Dome defense system has been activated repeatedly over the past 72 hours, intercepting many—but not all—of the projectiles.
Iran Boasts Ballistic Missile Supremacy in the Middle East
According to the U.S. Office of the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI), Iran possesses the largest stockpile of ballistic missiles in the Middle East. Tehran views its missile arsenal as a key deterrent against Israel, the U.S., and other regional adversaries. Iranian military officials reiterated that their ballistic and hypersonic missile programs are designed for retaliation and national defense.
Conclusion: Middle East on Edge as Global Powers Watch Closely
The sixth day of conflict underscores the widening scope of hostilities between Iran and Israel, with direct strikes on capitals and the use of advanced weaponry raising fears of a broader regional war. With global powers including the United States closely monitoring developments, calls for de-escalation are growing—but both sides appear poised for prolonged confrontation.