A spokesperson for the Israeli police has accused the Islamic Republic of Iran of deliberately launching missile strikes on residential neighborhoods, targeting civilians in their homes during recent hostilities. The accusation comes amid a sharp escalation in the long-standing tensions between the two nations, following a series of high-impact attacks and retaliations that have gripped
Tehran, Iran – June 16, 2025 Iran’s air defense systems were activated overnight in the capital city, Tehran, in response to unidentified aerial threats, according to a report by Tasnim News Agency. The alert reportedly triggered the deployment of several anti-aircraft batteries across key locations in the city, as tensions continue to escalate in the
June 16, 2025 – Jerusalem The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) announced on Sunday night that it successfully intercepted eight drones launched from Iran, marking another escalation in the ongoing hostilities between the two nations. In a brief statement, the Israeli army confirmed that its advanced air defense systems, including the Barak Magen, were deployed to
June 16, 2025 | Ilam, Iran –Iran’s military has announced that its air defense systems successfully shot down a drone allegedly belonging to the Israeli military in Ilam Province, located in western Iran near the Iraqi border. According to state-affiliated media, the unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) was identified as an “Israeli occupation drone” conducting what
June 16, 2025 | Tehran, Iran –Iranian police authorities have reported significant traffic congestion at major exit points from Tehran as tensions escalate amid ongoing hostilities between Iran and Israel. In a statement released early Monday, the Tehran Traffic Police Command confirmed that unusual volumes of vehicles were seen moving toward the city’s outskirts, particularly
Lagos, Nigeria – June 16, 2025The Centre for the Promotion of Private Enterprise (CPPE) has raised alarm over the potential economic impact of the escalating conflict between Israel and Iran, warning that Nigeria’s already fragile economy could face further pressure. In a statement issued on Monday, the CPPE said the deepening Middle East crisis poses
June 16, 2025 – Gulf RegionAs the conflict between Israel and Iran intensifies, global attention is turning once again to the Strait of Hormuz—a critical maritime chokepoint for global oil shipments. While Iran has never fully closed the strait, it has repeatedly threatened to do so during periods of heightened geopolitical tension, including during past
June 16, 2025 – Tehran, IranThe Iranian Foreign Ministry has officially called on the United Nations Security Council to condemn Israel’s recent military strikes on Iranian territory, labeling the attacks as a “blatant violation of international law and Iranian sovereignty.” In a statement released on Monday, the ministry said: “We urge the UN Security Council
June 16, 2025 – Tehran, IranThe Iranian Foreign Ministry has accused the United States of failing to restrain Israel’s military actions, claiming that Washington is turning a blind eye to what it calls “aggression” against Iran. In a strongly worded statement on Monday, the ministry said: “The United States does not want to deter Israel.
Middle East In a dramatic escalation of hostilities, Iran’s Armed Forces on Sunday issued a stark warning to all residents within Israeli territory, urging them to evacuate immediately as military strikes intensify across the region. The message, reported by Iran’s state news agency IRNA, came from Colonel Reza Sayyad, spokesperson for Iran’s military, who declared
