Overview
- Israeli Defense Forces bombarded Iranian air defense sites and missile launchers near Tehran early June 14 in response to Iran’s missile strikes on Israeli territory.
- Iran launched roughly 150 ballistic missiles in three overnight waves, most of which were intercepted but still caused damage and civilian casualties around Tel Aviv.
- Iranian state media reported at least 78 dead and over 320 injured, while Israeli authorities confirmed three civilian fatalities and dozens of injuries.
- The United States helped Israel intercept incoming missiles and UN and EU officials have urged urgent de-escalation to avert a wider Middle East conflict.
- Scheduled indirect nuclear talks in Oman on Sunday now face uncertainty as Tehran’s participation remains unclear.