Sun Jun 15 05:47:09 UTC 2025: ## Israel and Iran Exchange Intense Attacks, Raising Regional Tensions
**Jerusalem/Tehran -** Tensions in the Middle East have escalated dramatically as Israel and Iran traded heavy blows for a third consecutive day, raising fears of a wider conflict. The Israeli Defence Forces (IDF) reported conducting a significant series of strikes targeting key Iranian assets, including the headquarters of the Iranian Defence Ministry, the SPND nuclear project, and a location allegedly used to conceal Iran’s nuclear archive.
Simultaneously, air raid sirens blared across Jerusalem and Tel Aviv as Iran launched a fresh wave of attacks. Iran’s Revolutionary Guards claimed responsibility, stating their forces targeted Israel’s energy infrastructure and facilities responsible for fighter jet fuel production.
The exchange of attacks follows Israel’s launch of “Operation Rising Lion” on Friday, which saw strikes on Iranian nuclear and military sites. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu asserted the operation’s aim is to neutralize the Iranian threat to Israel’s existence. “This operation will continue for as many days as it takes to remove this threat,” he stated.
The escalating conflict has drawn international attention, with former President Donald Trump urging Tehran to negotiate a nuclear deal with the US. “Iran must make a deal, before there is nothing left,” Trump warned. The situation remains highly volatile, and the potential for further escalation remains a significant concern.
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