Escalation and Fragile Ceasefire: Israel and Iran Trade Blows in June Conflict

A dramatic tit-for-tat procession unfolded: Israel bombed Iranian nuclear and military sites starting mid-June, while Iran launched waves of missiles and drones into Israel—including strikes on Tel Aviv, Haifa, and a hospital in Beersheba. Casualties reached hundreds on both sides. A U.S.-brokered ceasefire came into effect around June 24 but remains highly fragile.

Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei hailed the conflict as a "total victory" and warned of future strikes—including at U.S. bases—while Israel insisted any breach of the ceasefire would be met with deadly response.

Author: Global Ripple

Posted on: June 26, 2025