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🔥 “Massive Blow to Tehran? Israeli Airstrikes Take Out Iran’s Military Brain! 💥” 🔥

TL;DR:Israel launched a massive strike dubbed “Operation Rising Lion” on June 13, 2025, targeting Iran’s nuclear facilities and military leadership, allegedly killing Major General Mohammad Bagheri (Chief of Staff of Iran’s Armed Forces) along with IRGC leader Hossein Salami and other top commanders and nuclear scientists. Iran has vowed “severe punishment”, drones were launched in retaliation, airspaces shut down, and global oil prices spiked. 🌍 #MiddleEastCrisis #IranIsraelTension

🇮🇷 Who was Mohammad Bagheri?

Major General Mohammad‑Hossein Afshordi, popularly known as Mohammad Bagheri, was Iran’s Chief of Staff since 2016 and a key figure in the IRGC’s strategic planning. He earned a PhD in political geography, fought in the 1980s Iran–Iraq War, and helped shape Iran’s ballistic-missile and intelligence programs .

Bagheri was part of the elite "Command Network" that oversaw Iran’s covert and military operations.

🎯 What happened during the strike?

  • Over 200 Israeli aircraft hit roughly 100 military and nuclear targets, including the Natanz facility.


  • High-profile casualties: Bagheri, IRGC commander Hossein Salami, Gen. Gholam Ali Rashid, and nuclear scientists Fereydoun Abbasi-Davani and Mohammad Mehdi Tehranchi were killed .

  • Drone counterattack: Iran launched over 100 drones toward Israel in retaliation.

  • Airspace closures: Iran, Israel, Iraq, and Jordan shut their airspaces amid fears of escalation.

  • Oil shock: Brent crude spiked nearly 8% after the strikes.

🗣 Reactions & Global Politics

Israel: PM Netanyahu called it a preemptive move to neutralize Iran’s “clear and present danger” .

Iran: Ayatollah Khamenei called the attack a crime and vowed “severe punishment” . Foreign ministry invoked UN Charter Article 51 to justify self-defense.

US: Denied involvement, stressed protection of US troops and urged restraint .

Global: Mixed responses—Australia and New Zealand expressed deep concern; markets jittery .

🌡 Why does this matter?

  • Escalation risk: With Iran's high command hit, chances of a full-blown conflict rise dramatically.

  • Energy markets: Oil price hikes impact working-class folks globally—higher fuel, cooking, and transport costs.

  • Nuclear negotiations derailed: US–Iran talks are now on hold, tightening geopolitical pressure.

✍️ MediaFx Opinion (from a working‑class, socialist POV)

Mate, this isn't just some “Head of Staff” gone—it’s a blow to a nation’s people. When bombs fall on nuclear labs and generals—but also civilians—it’s the common folks who end up struggling. Families lose loved ones. Prices climb. Governments arm themselves while the working class pays the price.

We stand for peace, equality, and solidarity—no to war profiteers, corporate weapons makers, or imperialist wars. We demand diplomacy, disarmament, and regional stability for all, including Palestinians, Iranians, Israelis—the people, not the politicians. ✊

💭 What’s next?

  • Iran’s retaliation—missiles, drones, proxy responses?

  • Global pressure—will other countries step in to de-escalate?

  • Working-class voices—amplify peace demands, not war drums.

Drop your thoughts below—should India push for ceasefire? 💬👇

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