According to reports from CCTV News, on June 13 local time, Iran launched three waves of missile attacks against Israel. Several sites across Israel were hit, resulting in at least 50 injuries. The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) announced that the strikes involved "devastating precision attacks" on dozens of targets.
Meanwhile, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) stated that two waves of missile attacks from Iran had been detected within the past hour, involving fewer than 100 missiles, most of which were intercepted or fell mid-flight. Some buildings in Israel were struck by debris from intercepted missiles.
Currently, Israel has begun a new round of strikes, and Iran's capital, Tehran, has activated its air defense systems.
Iran's missile retaliation against Israel
Launching three waves of missile strikes
Iran claimed to have launched three waves of missile attacks on Israel. Media reports indicated that at least 200 missiles entered Israeli airspace, with multiple buildings hit.
The Islamic Republic News Agency reported that "hundreds of missiles" were fired at Israel during the retaliatory operation that evening. The IRGC's interim battle report did not specify the total number of missiles launched but stated that "dozens" of missiles had breached Israel's air defense system and accurately struck strategic targets.
"Devastating precision attacks" on dozens of targets
On the evening of the 13th, the IRGC issued a statement claiming that the retaliatory operation against Israel was named "True Promise 3" and codenamed "Ya Ali ibn Abi Talib." The statement declared that the operation successfully delivered "destructive precision strikes" on dozens of targets, including military centers and air force bases.
Hundreds of buildings in Israel damaged, 1 dead, and 50 injured
According to Israeli media, nine buildings in the central city of Ramat Gan were completely destroyed in Iran's missile attacks, with hundreds more damaged. The attacks left at least 50 people injured and one dead.
Two Israeli military aircraft downed and over 10 drones intercepted
On the 13th, Iranian military sources informed that they had shot down two Israeli military aircraft and intercepted more than ten Israeli drones. Earlier, the Iranian military had announced that at least one Israeli aircraft had been shot down and its pilot captured. The IDF spokesperson later denied this claim.
Khamenei vows to destroy the Israeli regime
On the evening of the 13th, Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei issued a statement through Iranian state media, declaring that the Iranian armed forces would take military action to completely destroy the Israeli regime. Iran's Foreign Minister stated that Iran currently rejects any calls for restraint.
Nuclear program continues to advance
On the 13th, the head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran announced that the country's nuclear program continues to advance strongly. He reported that the recent attack on the Natanz nuclear facility only caused surface-level damage, with no casualties reported.
Israel launches new strikes on Iran
IDF claims to intercept Iranian missiles
On the 13th, Israeli sources reported that the Israeli Air Force had begun a new round of airstrikes targeting Iranian sites.
In addition, the IDF stated that it had detected a new wave of missile attacks from Iran. Air raid sirens sounded across multiple locations in Israel, and the IDF reported that its air defense systems were intercepting Iranian missiles.
Two waves of Iranian missile attacks detected, fewer than 100 missiles
On the 13th, an IDF spokesperson released an interim battle report, stating that two waves of Iranian missile attacks had been detected within the past hour, involving fewer than 100 missiles. Most of the missiles were intercepted or fell mid-flight, though some buildings in Israel were struck by debris from intercepted missiles.
Israeli military sources stated that the US assisted in intercepting Iranian missiles. The US THAAD missile defense system participated in the interception operation.
Destruction of Iranian missile stockpiles and nuclear facilities
On the evening of the 13th, the IDF announced that earlier in the day, the Israeli Air Force had struck nuclear facilities near Isfahan, Iran's second-largest city. The IDF stated that it is fully committed to advancing military operations against Iran to achieve its objectives swiftly.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu issued a statement on the evening of the 13th, claiming that the IDF had destroyed a significant portion of Iran's missile stockpiles and multiple nuclear facilities, including the uranium enrichment facility in Natanz.
An IDF spokesperson also stated that earlier in the day, airstrikes had been carried out against two Iranian air force bases located in Hamedan and Tabriz in western Iran. The air force base in Tabriz was reportedly completely destroyed.
Israel says Iranian missile launches "crossed the red line"
On the 13th, Israel's Defense Minister issued a statement declaring that Iran's missile launches had "crossed the red line."
During a press conference, IDF spokesperson stated that Israel's military operations in Iran had "just begun." He emphasized that Israel is fully prepared and has sufficient capabilities to carry out its air defense missions without support from its allies.
Israeli and Iranian leaders hold talks with Russian and American leaders
Putin stresses the importance of resuming negotiations
On the 13th, Russian President Vladimir Putin held separate phone calls with Iranian President Pezeshkian and Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu.
During his call with Netanyahu, Putin emphasized the importance of resuming negotiations on Iran's nuclear program. He called for resolving issues related to the Iranian nuclear program through political and diplomatic means and expressed Russia's willingness to mediate to prevent further escalation of the conflict.
In his call with Iranian President Pezeshkian, Putin condemned Israel's violations of the UN Charter and international law. He stated that Russia would use all available means to support peaceful resolution efforts related to the Iranian nuclear issue and would work towards reaching a mutually acceptable agreement. Russia committed to facilitating a de-escalation of the Israeli-Iranian conflict.
Iran's president denies intent to acquire nuclear weapons
Iranian President Pezeshkian stated that Iran would deliver an "appropriate" response to Israel's airstrikes but stressed that Iran has no intention of acquiring nuclear weapons.
Putin and both leaders agreed to maintain close communication to mediate the situation and prevent the conflict from causing catastrophic consequences for the region.
Trump holds phone call with Netanyahu
On the 13th, White House officials confirmed that US President Donald Trump held a phone call with Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu.
Earlier that day, the IDF stated that Iranian missile attacks had been detected and that Israel's air defense systems were working at full capacity to intercept them.
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