Major Developments in the Israel-Iran Conflict
Explosions Heard in Doha, Qatar Closes Airspace
- Loud explosions were reported in central Doha and Lusail, with missiles visible in the sky, according to AFP.
- In response, Qatar has closed its airspace, citing the safety of citizens, residents, and visitors amid growing regional instability.
Iran Fires Khorramshahr-4 Missile at Israel After US Bombing of Nuclear Facilities
Global Reactions: Putin Calls US Strike ‘Unprovoked Aggression’
- Russian President Vladimir Putin condemned US airstrikes on Iran as “unjustified and dangerous”.
- In a meeting with Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi in Moscow, Putin reaffirmed Russia’s support and called for de-escalation.
- Iran called the strikes a “red line breach”, confirming high-level Moscow talks are underway.
Nuclear Fears Escalate: IAEA Warns of ‘Severe Damage’
- UN nuclear watchdog chief Rafael Grossi reported likely major damage to Iran’s Fordo nuclear facility, targeted by US bunker-buster bombs.
- Iran claimed sensitive nuclear materials were moved ahead of the strikes and warned the US of potential “serious consequences.”
🇺🇸 Trump and NATO Respond
- Former US President Donald Trump praised the strikes, highlighting the use of 30 Tomahawk missiles and advanced nuclear submarines.
- He warned nations like Russia against supplying nuclear weapons to Iran.
- NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte reiterated: “Iran must not develop a nuclear weapon,” and condemned Iran’s drone strikes in Ukraine.
Operation Sindhu: Indians, Sri Lankan Evacuated
- A special flight carrying 290 Indians and one Sri Lankan landed in Delhi as part of Operation Sindhu.
- Fatima Iman, the Sri Lankan national, thanked the Indian Embassy for a safe and smooth evacuation from Iran.
🇮🇱 Israel Strikes Back: Tehran Government Targets Hit
- Israel responded with precision strikes on Iranian government buildings, Revolutionary Guard HQ, and Evin Prison.
- Roads near Fordo nuclear site were also bombed to block access.
🇩🇪 Germany, Australia Support US
Casualty Update
- 400+ reported killed in Iran following Israeli and US attacks.
- 24 reported dead in Israel from Iranian missile retaliation.
What’s Next?
- Heightened global tension as the Israel-Iran conflict risks drawing in regional allies and global superpowers.
- Diplomatic efforts are underway, but military activity and rhetoric continue to intensify.