June 15, 2025 | SL Speaks Global Desk
In a dramatic escalation of hostilities, Israeli
airstrikes struck eastern Tehran early Monday morning, prompting Iran’s
military to activate its air defense systems across the capital and other
strategic locations. This follows a flurry of high-level statements from
Israeli officials indicating that the military operation is far from over,
with a "large list of targets in Iran still to hit."
⚡ The Situation Unfolds
According to a statement from the Israel Defense Forces
(IDF) released just moments after the attack, the airstrikes were aimed
at what they called “high-value strategic and military assets” within Iran’s
capital, including command centers, radar installations, and weapons depots
linked to Iran’s ballistic missile program.
Eyewitnesses in Tehran reported multiple explosions
and anti-aircraft fire lighting up the night sky, particularly in the
city’s eastern districts. Emergency services have been deployed, but Iran
has not yet confirmed casualty numbers or the extent of the damage.
🇮🇱 Israeli
Perspective: “Best Air Defense, But Offense Is the Priority”
In a press conference following the airstrike, an Israeli
military spokesperson emphasized that Israel possesses “the best air defense
system in the world,” referring to its multi-layered network including Iron
Dome, David’s Sling, and Arrow systems.
However, the spokesperson stressed that “air defense
alone is not sufficient in the face of existential threats. Offensive action is
essential.” The official also added, “We are operating with precision.
There are still a large number of critical targets in Iran that will be
neutralized in the coming days.”
🇺🇸 US Involvement
“Necessary”
In a parallel statement, a senior Israeli official
underscored the importance of US involvement in achieving long-term
strategic goals in the war against Iran. “This conflict has regional
implications, and to contain Iran’s military and nuclear ambitions, the US
must stand firmly by our side—not just diplomatically, but operationally.”
While the Biden administration has not officially
commented on the latest strikes, sources in Washington indicate that emergency
consultations are underway at the Pentagon and White House.
🇮🇷 Iran Responds:
“Prepared for Wider Confrontation”
Iranian military officials responded swiftly, saying that their
air defense systems were fully operational and that the nation was “prepared
for a wider confrontation” if Israeli attacks continue. Iran’s foreign
ministry condemned the strikes as “an act of war” and vowed retaliation
“at a time and place of our choosing.”
🌍 Global Reactions
International leaders are expressing growing concern:
- UN
Secretary-General António Guterres called for “an immediate
cessation of hostilities” and warned of “the catastrophic regional
consequences of a full-scale war.”
- Russia
and China have condemned the Israeli strikes, calling them
“provocative and destabilizing.”
- European
Union leaders are urging restraint on both sides and have called for
an emergency session of the UN Security Council.
⚠️ What Comes Next?
With both sides seemingly preparing for a prolonged and
potentially regional war, the risk of wider escalation—especially involving
US forces stationed in the Middle East—is now dangerously high.
This is a developing story. SL Speaks will provide
updates as more information becomes available.
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