It has been more than three days since a significant conflict has emerged in the Middle East. The extensive rocket and drone attacks between Israel and Iran pose serious threats not only to military infrastructure and nuclear facilities but also to areas inhabited by civilians. By the third day, the number of casualties and the list of damaged facilities in both countries are increasing.
Large-scale retaliatory strikes from Israel
On the third day of the conflict, Israel carried out extensive rocket and precision strikes across its territory. On the evening of June 14, a strike targeting a major gas field located in Iran's South Pars region resulted in partial production stoppage at the site. On the night of June 15, the Shahron oil depot in Tehran, the Iranian Ministry of Defense headquarters, the Defense Innovations and Research Organization (SPND), and the uranium enrichment plant in Isfahan were all hit. According to the International Atomic Energy Agency, four significant buildings were damaged here, including the uranium conversion and fuel plate workshop. A residential building in northeastern Tehran was reported to have been destroyed in an explosion, resulting in the deaths of many children.
Residents of Tehran observe the fire at the Shahron oil depot, June 15, 2025
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According to reports from the Fars agency, it has been noted that 10 children have died under the rubble. According to the Israel Defense Forces, over 80 strategic and military targets were hit in nighttime attacks. In the three days of clashes, more than 170 locations were struck.
Anticipated firm response from Iran
On the night of June 15, Iran launched its most powerful retaliatory strike against Israel. Approximately 80 ballistic missiles were directed at Israel. The damage to civilians was significant: in the city of Tamra in northern Iran, four women were killed, and in the town of Bat-Yam near Tel Aviv, six people, including two children, lost their lives. As a result of the strike, a multi-story residential building was destroyed, and Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu personally visited the rescue efforts, vowing to take revenge.
Search for victims and the injured under the ruins of a destroyed building in Bat-Yam, Israel
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More than 200 people have been injured to varying degrees across Israel. The Weizmann Institute of Science in Rehovot and oil facilities in Haifa also suffered damage. The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps reported that Iranian military forces targeted fuel production facilities and energy centers for Israeli fighter jets. However, this information has not been officially confirmed by Israeli officials.
The number of casualties and damages is increasing
During the three days of the conflict, the number of casualties among civilians in both countries sharply increased. In Israel, at least 13 people have died over three days, and more than 200 have been injured, while in Iran, more than 120 people have died and 900 have been injured. Israel emphasizes that this statistic includes high-ranking military personnel and engineers involved in the nuclear program.
Israel's warning to the population and the possibility of new strikes
The Israeli army issued a special warning in Persian to the population of the Islamic Republic: all citizens living near weapons production and auxiliary infrastructure must evacuate to safe areas. Following the warning, several explosions were reported in Tehran, with shells falling in Valiasr Square and Talegani Street. Reports also circulated about five cars being detonated in various cities. Additionally, some sources indicate that nuclear scientists were eliminated in these explosions.
According to The Jerusalem Post, Mehrobod Airport may have also been attacked. Meanwhile, Israeli forces reportedly struck the intelligence building of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, resulting in the deaths of organization leader Muhammad Kazimi and his deputy. Netanyahu confirmed this information in an interview with Fox News. Some reports also mention that the "Tehran butcher" Ahmad Reza Radan has been eliminated.
Diplomatic compromise and international threats
Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi announced readiness to sign an agreement guaranteeing that there will be no nuclear weapons. At the same time, he expressed doubts about the involvement of the US administration in planning the Israeli attacks. Iran stated that it is ready to stop the conflict in the region, provided that Israel ceases its aggressive actions and stops the strikes.
US President Donald Trump issued a serious warning to Iran in a statement on Truth Social: if Iran attacks the US, a response strike of unprecedented strength will be delivered. At the same time, Trump denied US involvement in this bloody conflict and noted that the dispute could be resolved easily.
The three-day extensive conflict has further weakened peace and stability in the Middle East. The number of casualties among the civilian populations of both sides is increasing, and strategic and economic facilities are being destroyed. The international community still seems unprepared to take a clear and firm stance regarding this conflict.
