June 21, 05:33 AM • 15849 viewsJune 21, 08:08 AM • 13620 viewsJune 20, 02:15 PM • 50478 viewsJune 19, 02:04 PM • 71668 viewsJune 20, 02:32 PM • 32731 viewsJune 18, 07:46 AM • 66006 viewsJune 17, 12:22 PM • 74108 viewsPersian Gulf countries are increasing security measures following US airstrikes on Iranian nuclear facilities. Bahrain and Kuwait are taking extraordinary measures, while other regional states are calling for de-escalation and diplomatic resolution of the conflict.
Iran's parliament has recommended closing the Strait of Hormuz, through which 20% of the world's oil passes. The decision must now be made by Iran's Supreme National Security Council. This affects about 20% of global oil and gas demand.
US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth stated that strikes on Iran are purely defensive and not aimed at changing the political regime in the country. The operation is related to nuclear threats and the protection of allies.
US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth confirmed that the United States coordinated with Israel on the operation against Iran, which was led and spearheaded by the US. Israel successfully destroyed Iranian launchers.
U. S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth said U.S. airstrikes on Iran were an "incredible and overwhelming success," destroying the country's nuclear program. The operation, carried out on Trump's orders, targeted only Iran's nuclear facilities, not its troops or people.
Australia calls for de-escalation after US missile strikes on Iran's nuclear facilities. The Australian government emphasizes the risk of a large-scale conflict and the importance of a diplomatic resolution.
President Zelenskyy announced the completion of Ukraine's evacuation of 176 people from Israel to Egypt. The operation to remove Ukrainian citizens from Iran is currently underway.
Australia calls for restraint and dialogue after US missile strikes on Iran's nuclear facilities, despite some opposition politicians supporting Washington's actions. The Australian government emphasizes the risk of large-scale conflict and the threat of Iran's nuclear program to international peace.
European NATO allies are concerned about the rapid withdrawal of US troops from Europe amid escalating conflict in the Middle East. After the summit, allies will pledge to spend 5% of GDP on defense, then the US will present a military review.
Israeli-American strikes on Iran's nuclear facilities, including Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan, slowed the country's nuclear program by approximately six months. Iran confirmed the attacks and vowed to continue implementing the program.
The IAEA confirmed no increase in radiation outside Iran's nuclear facilities after the attacks. US President Donald Trump announced the success of the American attack on three Iranian nuclear facilities, while Iran had preemptively removed critical materials.
Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps said that war "starts right now" after US strikes on the country's nuclear facilities. Israel raised its alert level and security measures, and the US strikes were the culmination of weeks of Israeli attacks on Iran's military and nuclear capabilities.
Donald Trump stated that the US successfully carried out airstrikes on three Iranian nuclear facilities: Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan, with the aim of destroying Iran's uranium enrichment program. According to him, even more devastating attacks await Iran if the country does not "seek peace."
UN Secretary-General António Guterres has expressed serious concern about the US military actions against Iran, which he called a dangerous escalation. He warns of catastrophic consequences for the region and the world and calls for de-escalation and a diplomatic solution.
Iran stated that it had removed all critical materials from three nuclear facilities before the US strikes. Iran's Atomic Agency condemned the strikes, vowing not to halt its nuclear program and calling on the world to condemn the US actions.
US President Donald Trump commented on the attacks on Iran, stating that "Israel is now much safer. " His address to the nation is expected. Israel was warned in advance about the strikes, and Trump hopes that the attacks will push Iran to negotiations.
Donald Trump tried to arrange talks with Iran through the President of Turkey. However, the attempt failed because the supreme leader of Iran did not make contact.
The IAEA confirmed Israel's strike on a nuclear facility in Isfahan, hitting a centrifuge production workshop. This is the third such facility attacked by Israel in the past week.
Iran called the proposals of European countries at the Geneva talks on the nuclear program unrealistic, which could complicate reaching agreements. Tehran will analyze the proposals and provide answers in the next round, the date of which has not yet been determined.
Donald Trump said the US Director of National Intelligence is wrong about assessing Iran's proximity to building nuclear weapons. Trump claims Iran could have nuclear weapons within weeks or months, while the intelligence director believes Iran is not building nuclear weapons.
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, fearing assassination, has chosen replacements for his military command and three high-ranking clerics in case of his death. He communicates through a trusted aide to avoid tracking and has instructed the Assembly of Experts to choose a successor from the names he proposed.
Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi arrived in Istanbul to participate in the Organization of Islamic Cooperation meeting, which will discuss Tehran's conflict with Israel. Earlier, Araqchi stated that Iran would not resume nuclear negotiations until Israel's "aggression" ceases.
The US is deploying B-2 stealth bombers to the Indian Ocean region. These aircraft, capable of delivering nuclear weapons, could be used to strike Iran's underground nuclear facilities.
The Israel Defense Forces eliminated two high-ranking officials of the Iranian "Quds" forces, including one involved in organizing the Hamas attack on Israel on October 7, 2023. Among them are Said Izadi and Behnam Shahriari.
The Israeli Air Force struck dozens of targets in Iran, including a nuclear facility in Isfahan, four prepared missile launchers, and military facilities. Approximately 50 fighter jets were involved, dropping 150 munitions, causing significant damage to Iranian production capability.
The Israel Defense Forces eliminated Aminpur Judaki, commander of the second UAV brigade of the IRGC Aerospace Force. Judaki was responsible for hundreds of UAV attacks on Israeli territory.
Israel's Ambassador to the UN Danny Danon stated that Israel will not cease attacks against Iran until the nuclear threat is eliminated. Iran's Ambassador to the UN Amir Saeid Iravani expressed concern about possible US involvement in this conflict.
Donald Trump announced successful mediation in concluding a peace treaty between the Democratic Republic of Congo and the Republic of Rwanda, which had been at war for decades. Representatives of the countries will arrive in Washington for the final signing of the agreement.
The Donald Trump administration is laying off more than 600 Voice of America employees, reducing the staff to fewer than 200 people. This is part of a broader plan to cut funding for federal media organizations, which the White House justifies as combating "radical propaganda".
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi plans to visit Moscow on June 23 for talks with Vladimir Putin. This meeting will take place after Israel's attack on Iran's nuclear facilities.
