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šŸ’£ Israel's Shocking Air Raid on Iran šŸ˜±šŸ”„ – 200 Jets, 100 Targets, World on Edge! šŸŒšŸšØ

šŸ”„ TL;DR:Ā Israel launched a massive pre‑emptive air assault named Operation Rising LionĀ on June 13, 2025, hitting over 100 #nuclear and #military targets across Iran—including Natanz, Fordow, and Tehran. šŸ‡®šŸ‡± Over 20 senior commanders and nuclear scientists, such as Hossein Salami and Mohammad Bagheri, were reportedly killed. In swift retaliation, Iran fired 150+ ballistic missiles and 100+ drones at Israel, targeting Tel Aviv and Jerusalem—causing civilian casualties and significant damage despite interceptions. šŸŒ Global concern is rising, with emergency states declared, flights diverted, and UN leaders calling for de-escalation.

šŸ‡®šŸ‡± Israel's Pre‑emptive Strike: "Operation Rising Lion"

  • Overnight on June 13, Israel unleashed its biggest-ever offensive against Iran, deploying over 200 fighter jetsĀ targeting ~100 sites—nuclear enrichment plants at Natanz, Fordow, and Tehran’s military hubs.

  • Sophisticated Mossad-coordinated sabotageĀ disabled Iran’s air defenses ahead of the aerial strike.Ā 

  • Casualties reported: at least 78–90 killedĀ and 320+ injured, including civilians.

  • High-ranking losses: IRGC commander Hossein Salami, Armed Forces chief Mohammad Bagheri, plus multiple nuclear scientists.5

šŸ‡®šŸ‡· Iran Strikes Back: Second Wave of Retaliation

  • Iran launched over 150 ballistic missilesĀ and 100 dronesĀ in a coordinated retaliation dubbed Operation True Promise III, aiming at strategic locations in Israel.Ā 

  • Defense systems shot down many threats, but one missile hit central Tel Aviv, killing at least 1 civilian, injuring dozens, and damaging military HQ.Ā 

  • Emergency sirens blared in Tel Aviv and Jerusalem, and search & rescue operations immediately activated.

🌐 Regional Fallout & Global Reactions

  • Both nations declared states of emergency—Israel activated reservists, closed airspace, and pulled planes; Iran halted flights and imposed an internet blackout.

  • Worldwide, leaders including UN Secretary‑General Guterres are urging maximum restraint, fearing the incident could spark a wider war.

šŸ’¼ Why Now? Netanyahu’s Strategic Move

  • Netanyahu framed the attack as essential to stop Iran from crossing the nuclear red line, recalling the Begin Doctrine’s policy of preemptive strikes.

  • Recent intelligence suggested Iran was days away from weapons‑grade enrichment—something Israel and its allies saw as an urgent existential threat.Ā 

  • Trump-era influence: ex-US President Trump reportedly endorsed the strike, though officials deny direct involvement.Ā 

šŸ›‘ What's Next? Watchpoints

  • Whether this situation spirals into a full-scale regional warĀ depends on Iran’s future escalation. Many fear allies like Hezbollah or external powers might soon enter.

  • The price of oil surged over 6% amid concerns about disrupting shipping lanes and global supply.

  • Diplomatic momentum hit a pause: a UN conference on Israel–Palestine peace has been postponed due to security risks.

šŸ“£ MediaFx View (Socialist Lens)

From a working-class, left‑liberal standpoint, this dramatic strike-and-counterstrike saga demonstrates the tragic futility of militaristic state strategies. While both sides claim existential threats, it is civilian lives that bear the immense cost, not generals or politicians. The immense resources allocated to war—fighter jets, ballistic missiles, surveillance—betray a global economic system that profits from conflict, not peace.

Instead, money should go toward public welfare, not weapon stockpiles. In solidarity with global working people, MediaFx calls for disarmament, nuclear de-escalation, and inclusive peace-building—not endless warfare justified by fear and aggression.

šŸ‘‰ Tell us in the comments: What should the working-class standpoint be—push for a ceasefire or deeper solidarity actions? We want your voice! ✊

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