Iran launches missiles and drones at Israel, reports IRIB TV.

Iran launches missiles and drones at Israel, reports IRIB TV.

June 19, 2025 - In a significant escalation of the ongoing conflict between Israel and Iran, Iran has launched a massive missile and drone attack on Israel. According to reports, Iran fired approximately 400 ballistic missiles and 1,000 drones at Israel [1]. The attack comes as part of a series of missile exchanges between the two nations, with Israel responding with airstrikes on suspected military infrastructure in Iran [2].

The Iranian Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) claimed to have launched a Fattah-1 hypersonic missile at Israel, marking the first use of this missile in the ongoing conflict [2]. Explosions were reported over Tel Aviv following the early morning missile barrages from Iran, while Israeli airstrikes continued near Tehran, targeting suspected military infrastructure [2].

In a separate incident, Israel has attacked the Iranian state broadcaster IRIB, interrupting a live broadcast with an explosion [3]. The attack on IRIB, which is closely linked to the Iranian government, is seen as a highly symbolic move and is expected to have significant implications for the ongoing conflict [3]. The Israeli military has accused the broadcaster of using its facilities to promote military operations under civilian cover [3].

The conflict between Israel and Iran has significant implications for the global economy. Analysts warn that a full-blown war could disrupt oil supplies, impact global markets, and lead to a rise in commodity prices [4]. The conflict has also raised concerns about the potential for a broader regional conflict, which could further destabilize the Middle East and have global economic repercussions [4].

The international community has called for a diplomatic resolution to the conflict. U.S. President Donald Trump has been weighing the possibility of U.S. military involvement in the conflict, including a potential strike on Iran's Fordo uranium enrichment facility [4]. Meanwhile, diplomatic efforts are underway, with Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi reportedly en route to Geneva for talks with European diplomats [4].

References:
[1] https://www.facebook.com/groups/cppmasenouniversity/posts/june-19-2025-iran-struck-israel-with-a-massive-missile-and-drone-attack-with-rep/2692721204265619/
[2] https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/international/world-news/fattah-1-hits-israel-iran-fires-hypersonic-missile-at-tel-aviv-trump-watching-closely/videoshow/121932096.cms
[3] https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2025/6/16/israel-bombs-irans-state-tv-after-threatening-it-would
[4] https://www.pbs.org/newshour/world/israel-and-iran-launch-new-strikes-even-as-diplomatic-effort-gets-underway