The conflict between Israel and Iran continues to intensify, with crossed attacks involving missile missiles, drones and military operations. Since 13 June 2025, Israel has affected strategic objectives in Iran, including the Natanz Uranium enrichment site. These attacks, aimed at blocking the Iranian nuclear program, also caused explosions to Isfahan. Israeli defense forces (IDF) said they had eliminated Ali shadmaninew head of staff Iranian and key figure in Tehran’s military planning during a night raid in Tehran.
Iran replied by launching over 370 missiles and hundreds of drones towards Israel, causing some damage and fueling concern for a possible expansion of the conflict. So far, at least 224 deaths have been recorded in Iran and 24 in Israel, with hundreds of injuries on both fronts.
Trump’s statements
American President Donald Trump made decisive statements on the current conflict. In his message published on Truth Social, Trump asked Iran a “unconditional yield“, Stressing that the United States know the hiding place of the Iranian supreme guide, Ali Khamenei. “It’s an easy target, but for now we will not eliminate it,” said Trump, adding that American patience “is about to run out”. Furthermore, he reiterated that the United States will not tolerate that Iranian missiles hit American civil or military.
According to what is learned, Donald Trump is brought together in the situation room with his national security team. The sources of the White House made it known, as reported by the CNN. The US president could think about direct involvement of the United States in the war on Iran.
Israel and military operations in Iran
Israel intensified the operations against Iran nuclear infrastructure. The Minister of Defense Israel Katz He confirmed his intention to destroy ten other nuclear objectives near Tehran. Katz said that the Fordow website, designed to resist bombing, will be targeted with American support if necessary. “Anyone who acts like Saddam Hussein will end like Saddam Hussein,” Katz warned, making a clear reference to the end of the Iraqi dictator in 2006.
Other areas of the country have also been affected. Attacks in Isfahan have caused numerous victims, including three deaths near a checkpoint. The tension remains high on the nuclear front, with Iran that continues to activate defense systems to protect its strategic systems.
The Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, according to Iran International, would have delegated a part of his powers to the supreme council of the body of the Guardians of the Revolution, a preventive measure to ensure that, in the event of his death, Iran is not forced to interrupt the war.
The G7: a reference to the de-Escalation
During the recent summit of the G7 In Canada, world leaders have adopted a common position on the crisis between Israel And Iran. The final declaration recognized the right of Israel to defend itself, but underlined the need to protect civilians and promote a de-Escalation. Friedrich MerzGerman Chancellor, said that “Israel is doing dirty work for all of us,” referring to attacks against Iranian infrastructures.
At the same time, the British premier Keir Stormer and the French president Emmanuel Macron They expressed concerns about direct involvement of the United States in the conflict. Trump, however, reiterated that the American goal is a “real end” of the conflict, rather than a simple ceased the fire.
Will there be a negotiation?
While tensions increase, the possibility of diplomatic encounters is discussed. Trump has hinted that special American envoys could meet Iranian officials to try to start negotiations, but he also described this option as a “unlikely” option. In the meantime, Iran has said he was willing to negotiate only if his “red lines” will be respected.
According to reports, the Russia and the China They are trying to mediate, but with poor results. The Kremlin highlighted Israel’s reluctance to accept international mediators, while China has accused Trump of “throwing petrol on the fire” with its statements.
The civilian population is undergoing the consequences of this crisis. Hundreds of thousands of people are on the run from Tehran, while the Israeli cities, such as Tel Aviv and Jerusalem, are under constant threat of bombings. Even the command centers, such as the headquarters of Iraqi television in Tehran, have been affected, causing significant victims and damage.
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