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All-out war looms as Iran retaliates by striking Israel's Dimona nuclear facility
Published June 17th, 2025 - 05:34 GMT The escalation comes amid credible reports, cited by Axios and CNN, that the United States is preparing for direct military involvement. President Donald Trump is reportedly considering airstrikes on Iran's key nuclear facilities
ALBAWABA- Tensions between Iran, Israel, and the United States have exploded into open confrontation as Iran launched two ballistic missiles at Israel's Dimona nuclear facility, reportedly striking the Israeli Air Force's Nevatim base. Also Read Trump demands Iran's unconditional surrender as war spirals
The Iranian military declared this a direct response to Israeli aggression, warning civilians in Tel Aviv and Haifa to evacuate immediately 'to preserve their lives.'
Iran's Chief of Staff, General Mousavi, accused Israel of systematically violating international law, attacking Iranian civilians, scientists, and media institutions, including a strike on Iran's state television.
🚨 BREAKING Iran's Chief of Staff in a strong message warns Israel .
Residents of the "Tel Aviv" and Haifa, must leave these areas to preserve their lives. Something big is cooking .#IranIsraelConflict — Surbhi (@SurrbhiM) June 17, 2025
He described previous Iranian operations as deterrent but said a new phase of 'punitive operations' is beginning, aimed at exacting retribution for the blood of martyrs. 'We have dealt severe blows to the enemy's vital infrastructure,' he said, vowing that Iran's armed forces will not relent until justice is served.
The escalation comes amid credible reports, cited by Axios and CNN, that the United States is preparing for direct military involvement. President Donald Trump is reportedly considering airstrikes on Iran's key nuclear facilities, particularly the heavily fortified Fordow enrichment site.
Pentagon sources confirm that U.S. B-52 bombers are on standby in Diego Garcia, while American jets are ready to refuel Israeli aircraft mid-mission.
In a series of explosive social media posts, Trump called for the 'unconditional surrender' of Iran's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
He asserted that the U.S. intelligence community knows Khamenei's exact location, stating, 'He is an easy target, but we will not take him out—for now.' Trump warned that American patience is running out, declaring, 'We have full control of Iran's skies.'
Meanwhile, Vice President J.D. Vance defended the administration's stance, arguing that Iran's uranium enrichment has surpassed civilian thresholds and breached international agreements.
Vance emphasized that while Trump had pursued diplomacy, Iran's refusal to compromise leaves few options. 'This could end the easy way or the other way,' he warned.
European powers, including Britain, Germany, and France, have expressed open support for Israel's actions, with the British Defense Ministry announcing troop deployments to the region.
In the meantime, explosions were reported in central Tehran on Tuesday night, believed to be the result of Israeli strikes.
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