Missile Strike Targets Ashkelon; Iran Launches Fresh Assault on Israel
After Israel launched a major assault on Iran's nuclear program on June 13, tensions between the two nations escalated. On June 24, 2025, Iran retaliated with a series of attacks against Israel, marking a tense few hours before the ceasefire finally took effect at 7 am.
Timeline
- Israel's attack on Iran's nuclear program: June 13, 2025
- Iran's multi-front assault: June 24, 2025
- Multiple missile and drone attacks reported, culminating in Iran's ceasefire declaration
- Two attacks occurred after the truce
Impact
The impact of the June 24 attacks was significant, with:
- Casualties:
- Four fatalities in Beersheva due to a direct hit on a bomb shelter
- A total of 28 fatalities and 3,431 injuries in Israel since the beginning of the conflict [1]
- Infrastructure:
- The bomb shelter hit in Beersheva suffered notable damage
Response
During the assault, Israel successfully intercepted most of the missiles launched by Iran, including two that were fired after the ceasefire. The Israeli Air Force also managed to shoot down 15 drones that Iran attempted to send Israel's way, although these drones did not cross the border [1].
International Response
The ceasefire, despite some minor violations, generally marked a reduction in direct conflict between Israel and Iran [1]. The strategy employed by Iran against Israel's defense systems was limited in its ability to inflict severe damage. Despite firing a staggering 591 missiles, Iran's offensive capabilities were largely curtailed by Israel's powerful defense systems [1][2].
The June 24 attacks showcased a tense stage in the ongoing conflict between Israel and Iran. Both nations continue to clash, and the potential for fiercer confrontations remains. Stay updated as new developments unfold.
[1] Al Bawaba Staff. (2025, June 24). Iran fires missiles, dozens of drones at Israel amid simmering tensions. Al Bawaba News. https://www.albawaba.com/news/iran-fires-missiles-dozens-drones-israel-amid-escalating-tensions-1323345
[2] Al Bawaba Staff. (2025, June 15). Iran threatens 'harsh revenge' on Israel after Gaza strikes. Al Bawaba News. https://www.albawaba.com/news/iran-threatens-harsh-revenge-israel-after-gaza-strikes-1299786
- The latest round of war-and-conflicts between Israel and Iran made headlines again on June 24, 2025, with Iran retaliating to Israel's attack on its nuclear program with a series of attacks.
- The clash between the two nations resulted in a significant impact, with a total of 28 fatalities and 3,431 injuries in Israel since the beginning of the conflict.
- The general-news channel Al Bawaba reported that despite Iran's offensive capabilities, Israel's powerful defense systems managed to largely curtail the damage inflicted by the over 591 missiles fired.
- Politics and crime-and-justice structures will continue to monitor the ongoing conflict between Israel and Iran, as both nations demonstrated their willingness to engage in war-and-conflicts once again on June 24, 2025.
