Israel Strikes Iranian Missile Facilities; Tehran Slams US for ‘Betrayal to Diplomacy’ — 10 Key Developments

The Israel-Iran conflict escalated sharply as the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) launched a fresh wave of precision airstrikes on Iranian missile infrastructure, prompting Tehran to accuse the United States of undermining diplomacy. The strikes come amid rising regional tensions and stalled nuclear negotiations.

🔟 Key Developments in the Israel-Iran Conflict

  1. Israel Targets Missile Infrastructure
    The IDF confirmed it struck missile storage and launch sites across Tehran, Rasht, and the Caspian coast, calling them “industrial centers of gravity” for Iran’s defense ministry.
  2. Spand Nuclear R&D Facility Hit
    Among the targets was the Spand headquarters, a key nuclear research site founded by Mohsen Fakhrizadeh, central to Iran’s alleged weapons program.
  3. Over 120 Targets Struck
    More than 60 Israeli fighter jets carried out coordinated strikes on 120+ military-industrial sites, including facilities producing raw materials for rocket engines.
  4. Tehran Accuses US of Diplomatic Betrayal
    Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi called the strikes a “betrayal to diplomacy,” accusing the US of using peace talks as a cover for Israeli aggression.
  5. Trump Sets Two-Week Deadline
    Former US President Donald Trump warned Iran to return to talks within two weeks, hinting at possible US military intervention if diplomacy fails.
  6. Civilian Casualties Mount
    The death toll in Iran has surpassed 650, with dozens killed in Israel. Fires broke out in Beersheba and Holon after intercepted missile fragments hit residential areas.
  7. Iran Retaliates with Missile Barrage
    Iran launched over 100 ballistic missiles and drones, targeting Israeli cities and energy infrastructure. A missile struck Soroka Medical Center in Beersheba, injuring at least 80 people.
  8. UN Security Council to Convene Again
    Backed by Russia, China, and Pakistan, Iran has requested a second emergency UN Security Council session to address the escalating crisis.
  9. Nuclear Talks in Jeopardy
    Scheduled nuclear negotiations in Geneva have stalled, with European leaders urging restraint. Iran refuses to resume talks unless Israeli strikes cease.
  10. Global Powers Urge De-escalation
    The G7, EU, and UN have called for immediate de-escalation. UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy warned of a “perilous moment,” while Putin called the conflict’s trajectory “disturbing”.

Stay tuned for real-time updates on this rapidly evolving crisis.

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