Israeli Airstrikes Hit Tehran, 18 Dead, Pipeline Damaged

In a significant escalation of conflict, Israeli forces conducted a series of airstrikes deep inside Tehran, Iran, as part of Operation Rising Lion, targeting nuclear and military sites, including Quds Square in the Tajrish neighborhood. Multiple videos released by Iranian and international media show twin explosions that caused massive destruction, sending cars flying through the air and damaging critical infrastructure, such as major water pipelines, which flooded surrounding streets. These strikes, occurring between June 13 and 24, reportedly killed at least 18 people and injured dozens more, and were designed to degrade Iran's nuclear program by up to two years, according to Pentagon officials. The operation involved over 125 U.S. aircraft and missiles launched from a submarine, reflecting unprecedented aerial superiority by Israel and its allies. Israeli officials, including Mossad head David Barnea, emphasized the need for continued operations against Tehran to counter Iran’s advancing nuclear capabilities. The attacks represent a dramatic escalation in the broader conflict between Israel and Iran, amid concerns over Iran's progress toward developing nuclear weapons.