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Iran-Israel war Highlights | June 22: Israel carries out strikes on military targets in Iran

Iran Israel war news highlights: Israel is very close to completing its goal of removing the dual threats of Iran's ballistic missiles and nuclear programme, Netanyahu said.

Key Events
  • 10:58 PM IST, June 22Prepared to continue strikes as long as necessary, says Israel
  • 10:57 PM IST, June 22Still have targets to strike, says Israeli military
  • 10:10 PM IST, June 22E3 leaders urge Iran not to take any further action, says UK PM's office
  • 10:07 PM IST, June 22US must receive response to aggression, says Iran president
  • 9:56 PM IST, June 22Enriched materials intact, says Iran
  • 9:21 PM IST, June 22US willing to negotiate on Iran nuclear energy programme, says Rubio
  • 8:57 PM IST, June 22US B-2 bombers flew undetected for 18 hours to strike Iran
  • 7:56 PM IST, June 22Iran has everything it needs to make nuke weapon, says US
  • 7:46 PM IST, June 22Can't assess damage at Fordo's underground facility, says IAEA chief
  • 7:03 PM IST, June 22Strikes on Iran 'substantially delayed' development of nuke weapons, says US
  • 6:26 PM IST, June 22China slams US attack on Iranian nuclear sites, warns of escalation
  • 6:10 PM IST, June 22Israel had 'incredible military success', says Pentagon
  • 5:57 PM IST, June 22All 3 Iranian nuke sites 'extremely' damaged as per initial probe, says US
  • 5:56 PM IST, June 22Total 14 MOPs dropped on Iranian targets, says US
  • 5:01 PM IST, June 22US 'main driver' behind Israeli strikes, says Iran president
  • 4:59 PM IST, June 22Air defences activated in eastern Tehran, says state media
  • 4:36 PM IST, June 22Russia condemns US strikes on Iran's nuke sites
  • 3:56 PM IST, June 22Israel has 'other goals' in Iran, will continue attacks
  • 3:43 PM IST, June 22Iran will hold serious consultations with Putin on Monday
  • 3:20 PM IST, June 22PM Modi speaks to Iran president, calls for ‘immediate de-escalation’
  • 3:15 PM IST, June 22US crossed a 'very big red line', says Iran
  • 3:14 PM IST, June 22US showed they have no respect for international law, says Iran
  • 3:11 PM IST, June 22Iran says US 'betrayed diplomacy, negotiations'
  • 3:10 PM IST, June 22Irrelevant to ask Iran to return to diplomacy, says foreign minister
  • 3:05 PM IST, June 22Strike-hit Isfahan nuke site contained no or small nuclear material, says IAEA
  • 3:01 PM IST, June 22Trump has betrayed not just Iran, but his own nation, says Tehran
  • 2:59 PM IST, June 22Iran condemns US strikes as 'violation of international law'
  • 2:56 PM IST, June 22'Invaders' must now await responses, says Iran forces
  • 2:52 PM IST, June 22US neither has initiative nor ability to escape consequences, says Iran forces
  • 2:51 PM IST, June 22US placed itself at 'front line of aggression', says Iran
Placards are laid on the ground as demonstrators protest against the United States joining with Israel in attacks on Iran's nuclear facilities
Placards are laid on the ground as demonstrators protest against the United States joining with Israel in attacks on Iran's nuclear facilities

Iran Israel war news highlights: As the Israel-Iran conflict rages on, the United States has now joined in on strikes against Iran and targeted three nuclear sites in the region. Speaking at the White House, Trump called the strikes a "spectacular success" and warned of "greater force" if Iran chooses to retaliate. As per the US president, the nuclear sites of Natanz, Isfahan and Fordow were targeted.

Israel thanked Trump and the US for making the Middle East a "safer place" after its strikes against Iran. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu further stated that Israel was informed in advance of the US' strikes on Iran. In response to the US attack, Iran launched a barrage of missiles towards Israel, which have injured several people across the state.

Meanwhile, the death toll from the conflict has now crossed 400 in Iran, with the Iranian health ministry reporting 430 deaths. Health officials have further stated that over 3,500 people have been injured due to Israeli strikes and attacks in the region. In Israel, authorities have reported at least 24 deaths since the escalation of the conflict last week.

The conflict between Israel and Iran escalated after Israel's military strikes under 'Operation Rising Lion', which targeted Iranian nuclear and military sites. In response, Iran has launched several drone attacks against Israel and continues to do so as the conflict enters its second week.

Iran Israel war | Latest developments here -

  • The US has joined Israel's attack on Iran and struck three nuclear sites in Iran. US President Donald Trump confirmed these strikes on Truth Social.
  • Israeli PM Netanyahu thanked Trump for his actions against Iran and stated that Israel was in coordination with the US regarding the strikes on Iran.
  • Iran has condemned the attack and labelled it as a "grave violation of the UN charter and international law." Tehran has also called for an emergency UNSC meeting regarding the strikes.
  • Iranian officials have confirmed the attacks on the Isfahan, Natanz and Fordow nuclear sites. However, they have told state TV that the US strikes caused “little to no damage” as the materials had been evacuated from the sites in advance.

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Israel thanked Trump and the US for making the Middle East a "safer place" after its strikes against Iran. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu further stated that Israel was informed in advance of the US' strikes on Iran. In response to the US attack, Iran launched a barrage of missiles towards Israel, which have injured several people across the state.

Meanwhile, the death toll from the conflict has now crossed 400 in Iran, with the Iranian health ministry reporting 430 deaths. Health officials have further stated that over 3,500 people have been injured due to Israeli strikes and attacks in the region. In Israel, authorities have reported at least 24 deaths since the escalation of the conflict last week.

The conflict between Israel and Iran escalated after Israel's military strikes under 'Operation Rising Lion', which targeted Iranian nuclear and military sites. In response, Iran has launched several drone attacks against Israel and continues to do so as the conflict enters its second week.

Iran Israel war | Latest developments here -

  • The US has joined Israel's attack on Iran and struck three nuclear sites in Iran. US President Donald Trump confirmed these strikes on Truth Social.
  • Israeli PM Netanyahu thanked Trump for his actions against Iran and stated that Israel was in coordination with the US regarding the strikes on Iran.
  • Iran has condemned the attack and labelled it as a "grave violation of the UN charter and international law." Tehran has also called for an emergency UNSC meeting regarding the strikes.
  • Iranian officials have confirmed the attacks on the Isfahan, Natanz and Fordow nuclear sites. However, they have told state TV that the US strikes caused “little to no damage” as the materials had been evacuated from the sites in advance.

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Key developments - 

  • The UNSC held an emergency meeting regarding US' strikes against Iran on Sunday. The meeting was called after a request was filed by the Iranian government. 
  • The US has issued a worldwide caution alert for Americans across the world after tensions escalate due to Operation Midnight Hammer. 
  • Israel stated it struck fresh military targets in Iran as the conflict between these two nations continue.  
Jun 22, 2025, 15:31:20 IST

Iran Israel war news LIVE: NPT was not able to protect Iran, says Abbas Araghchi

Iranian foreign minister Abbas Araghchi said that the nuclear non-proliferation treaty (NPT) was not able to protect Iran.

Jun 22, 2025, 15:23:39 IST

Iran Israel war news LIVE: Iran says global community should condemn attacks

Iran's foreign minister Abbas Araghchi called on the international community to condemn the US and Israeli attacks on Iranian soil.

Jun 22, 2025, 15:20:28 IST

Iran Israel war news LIVE: PM Modi speaks to Iran president, calls for ‘immediate de-escalation’

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke to Iran president Masoud Pezeshkian over a phone call and expressed deep concern over the escalating tensions following the US strikes. 

“Spoke with President of Iran @drpezeshkian. We discussed in detail about the current situation. Expressed deep concern at the recent escalations. Reiterated our call for immediate de-escalation, dialogue and diplomacy as the way forward and for early restoration of regional peace, security and stability,” PM Modi posted on X. 

Jun 22, 2025, 15:18:26 IST

Iran Israel war news LIVE: Don't know why we were attacked on false claim, says Iran

Iran's foreign minister Abbas Araghchi said that Tehran has done nothing wrong, adding that "it is difficult why we were attacked on a false claim".

Jun 22, 2025, 15:15:53 IST

Iran Israel war news LIVE: Extent of damages on nuke sites being probed, says Iran

Iranian foreign minister Abbas Araghchi said that extent of damages on the nuclear sites after the US strikes are being investigated.

Jun 22, 2025, 15:15:00 IST

Iran Israel war news LIVE: US crossed a 'very big red line', says Iran

Iranian foreign minister Abbas Araghchi said that by attacking Iran's nuclear facilities, the US has crossed a "very big red line".

Jun 22, 2025, 15:14:11 IST

Iran Israel war news LIVE: US showed they have no respect for international law, says Iran

Iranian foreign minister Abbas Araghchi lambasted the US for the strikes on Iran and said that Washington showed it has "no respect for international law".

Jun 22, 2025, 15:11:58 IST

Iran Israel war news LIVE: Iran says US 'betrayed diplomacy, negotiations'

Iranian foreign minister Abbas Araghchi said that the US "betrayed diplomacy and negotiations" by striking three nuclear facilities in Iran.

Araghchi added that the US only understand the language of threat and force.

Jun 22, 2025, 15:10:11 IST

Iran Israel war news LIVE: Irrelevant to ask Iran to return to diplomacy, says foreign minister

Iranian foreign minister Abbas Araghchi said on Sunday that following the US strikes on the country's nuclear facilities and the escalation of the tensions, it is "irrelevant to ask Iran to return to diplomacy".

Jun 22, 2025, 15:08:39 IST

Iran Israel war news LIVE: Door of diplomacy should always be open, but no time for that now, says Iran

Iran's foreign minister Abbas Aragchi said that the door of diplomacy should always be open, but "now is not the time for that".

Jun 22, 2025, 15:07:32 IST

Iran Israel war news LIVE: Iran says it reserves option defend its security, people

Iranian foreign minister Abbas Araghchi said that the country reserves all its options to defend its security, interest, and people.

Jun 22, 2025, 15:06:21 IST

Iran Israel war news LIVE: Iran calls on IAEA to condemn attacks on nuclear sites

Iran's foreign minister Abbas Araghchi has called on the International Atomic Energy Agency to condemn the attacks on its nuclear facilities.

Jun 22, 2025, 15:05:23 IST

Iran Israel war news LIVE: Strike-hit Isfahan nuke site contained no or small nuclear material, says IAEA

The UN nuclear watchdog, the International Atomic Energy Agency, said that the Iranian facilities targeted at Isfahan on Sunday either contained no nuclear material or small quantities of natural or low enriched uranium.

Jun 22, 2025, 15:04:01 IST

Iran Israel war news LIVE: Iran blames IAEA, its chief for the latest aggression

As the aggression of attacks on Iran increased with the US strikes on Sunday, Iranian foreign minister Abbas Araghchi blamed the UN nuclear watchdog, the International Atomic Energy Agency, and its chief Rafael Grossi for "paving the way to this aggression".

Jun 22, 2025, 15:02:39 IST

Iran Israel war news LIVE: Iran calls for emergency UNSC meeting

Iranian foreign minister Abbas Araghchi said that Tehran calls for an emergency meeting of the UN Security Council.

Jun 22, 2025, 15:01:48 IST

Iran Israel war news LIVE: US attack violation of UN charter, says Iran

Iranian foreign minister Abbas Araghchi said that the US attacks on Iran's soil are a violation of the UN charter.

Jun 22, 2025, 15:01:04 IST

Iran Israel war news LIVE: Trump has betrayed not just Iran, but his own nation, says Tehran

Iranian foreign minister Abbas Araghchi said on Sunday that US President Donald Trump has not only betrayed Tehran but also deceived his own nation with the strikes on Iran's nuclear facilities.

Jun 22, 2025, 14:59:54 IST

Iran Israel war news LIVE: Iran condemns US strikes as 'violation of international law'

Iranian foreign minister Abbas Araghchi said that Iran strongly condemns the US attacks as a "violation of international law".

Araghchi added that Iran will continue to defend its sovereignty and people.

Jun 22, 2025, 14:56:54 IST

Iran Israel war news LIVE: 'Invaders' must now await responses, says Iran forces

Iran's Revolutionary Guard has said that "invaders", indicating at the US strikes, must now await responses that will bring regret.

Jun 22, 2025, 14:56:04 IST

Iran Israel war news LIVE: Iran's operation will continue with precision intent

Iran's Revolutionary Guard has said that its operation will continue with precision intent and force against the infrastructure, strategic centers and interests of the 'Zionist regime'.

Jun 22, 2025, 14:55:06 IST

Iran Israel war news LIVE: Won't be intimidated by noise made by Trump, say Iran Guards

Iran's Revolutionary Guards have said that Tehran will not be intimidated by the noise made by US President Donald Trump 'or criminal gangs ruling the White House and Tel Aviv'.

Jun 22, 2025, 14:53:55 IST

Iran Israel war news LIVE: Flight path of US strikes under surveillance, says Iran

Iran's elite Revolutionary Guards have said that the flight paths of aircraft involved in the latest aggression, including the US, have been identified and are under surveillance.

Jun 22, 2025, 14:52:56 IST

Iran Israel war news LIVE: US neither has initiative nor ability to escape consequences, says Iran forces

Iran's Revolutionary Guards affirmed that the US neither possesses the initiative nor the ability to escape the consequences of a severe response.

Jun 22, 2025, 14:51:40 IST

Iran Israel war news LIVE: US placed itself at 'front line of aggression', says Iran

Iran's Revolutionary Guards have said that the US has placed itself directly 'at the front line of aggression' by attacking peaceful facilities.

Jun 22, 2025, 14:50:28 IST

Iran Israel war news LIVE: Size of US army bases in region 'point of vulnerability', says Iran

Iran's Revolutionary Guards have said that the number and spread of the US military bases in the region are not a strength, rather a 'point of vulnerability'.

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