Israel Launches Air Strike Campaign to Destroy Iran's Nuclear Program
JUST POSTED: June 13, 2025
In a dramatic and coordinated operation, the early morning of June 13, 2025, witnessed the Israeli Air Force executing meticulously planned preemptive strikes against Iran. These strikes, part of “Operation Rising Lion,” were aimed at curbing Iran's nuclear ambitions and diminishing its military capabilities. The operation's focus included key nuclear and missile sites and military personnel, with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stating that the offensive sought to cripple Iran's nuclear infrastructure and military prowess. The use of over 200 aircraft, including advanced models such as F-35s operating in stealth mode, underscores the strategic importance and complexity of these operations. The precision-guided munitions targeted over 100 locations across Iran, including the pivotal Natanz nuclear enrichment facility and a ballistic missile site in Isfahan.
The strike's aftermath saw a swift but largely ineffective retaliatory response from Iran, which launched over 100 Shahad UAVs at Israel, all reportedly neutralized by the Israeli Defense Forces. While Iran has vowed further retribution, military experts suggest Iran's conventional strike capability remains constrained. Future counteractions against Israel may involve continued drone sorties and increased cyber attacks, reflecting asymmetrical warfare strategies. The Israeli justification for these strikes rests on the International Atomic Energy Agency's recent report accusing Iran of breaching nuclear non-proliferation agreements by progressing toward weapons-grade plutonium development. This backdrop links to similar tensions in the previous year, when Iran's support of regional proxies led to Israeli military actions and subsequent ineffective Iranian drone strikes.
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