Israeli airstrike hits army base in Iran’s Zanjan: Reports

Tel Aviv [Israel], June 14: The ongoing Israel-Iran conflict has intensified dramatically, with Israeli fighter jets reportedly launching airstrikes on an Iranian army base in Zanjan, approximately 320 kilometers from Tehran. The strike was first reported by Al Jazeera, citing UK-based Iran International.

The Israeli Air Force (IAF) shared footage of the attack on social media, stating:

“The Air Force continues to attack targets to eliminate threats in Iranian territory.”

Why Did Israel Attack Zanjan?

According to the Israel Defense Forces (IDF), the operation was a pre-emptive strike aimed at Iran’s military and nuclear facilities. Israeli officials claim that Iran is dangerously close to developing a nuclear weapon, posing an existential threat to Israel and global peace.

IDF Clarification on X:
“Iran is closer than ever to obtaining a nuclear weapon. Weapons of mass destruction in the hands of the Iranian regime are an existential threat to Israel and the wider world.”

🇮🇱 Israel’s Standpoint: Defense or Aggression?

Lieutenant Colonel Nadav Shoshani, IDF’s international spokesperson, defended Israel’s actions, stating:

“One side conducts brave operations and has its civilians stay safe–the other side hides like cowards and targets civilians. That’s all you need to know.”

He added that the global community cannot remain silent anymore as Iran indiscriminately fires missiles at Israeli civilian areas.

Iran Retaliates: Drone and Missile Strikes on Tel Aviv

In response to Israel’s attack, Iran retaliated by launching a barrage of missiles and drones targeting Tel Aviv. Although some were intercepted by Israel’s Iron Dome air defense system, several regions reported damage and civilian injuries.

Meanwhile, Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baqaei accused the US of complicity, claiming:

“This attack would not have happened without Washington’s permission.”

Diplomacy in Crisis

Iranian officials expressed anger over ongoing US-Iran diplomatic talks, alleging that the US supports Israel while pretending to engage in peaceful dialogue regarding Iran’s nuclear program.

Global Reaction: What’s Next for the Middle East?

The escalation between Israel and Iran threatens to ignite a larger regional conflict involving:

• Hezbollah in Lebanon
• Syria’s Iranian-backed militias
• Potential direct involvement of the United States or Russia

Experts fear that this could be the largest Middle East escalation since 1973.

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