The Israel-Iran conflict, beginning on June 13, 2025, spanned 12 intense days, marking an unprecedented military engagement in the Middle East. Israel initiated Operation Rising Lion, targeting Iran's nuclear and military sites, prompting retaliatory missile and drone assaults from Iran on Israeli cities and military bases.
On June 22, the U.S. intervened with Operation Midnight Hammer, striking Iran's nuclear sites. This war wreaked havoc, claiming hundreds of lives, damaging cities, and crippling military infrastructures. Let's explore the extent of the damages incurred.
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The Outset of War
Decades of tension define Israel and Iran's relationship. Iran challenged Israel's legitimacy, while Israel viewed Iran's nuclear plan as an existential threat. On June 12, 2025, the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) accused Iran of failing to comply with nuclear obligations, leading to Israel launching Operation Rising Lion the next day.
Israel's air force deployed over 330 weapons via 200+ aircraft on Iran's Natanz, Fordow, and Isfahan nuclear sites, escalating the conflict to Iran launching over 450 missiles and 1000 drones targeting Israeli cities like Tel Aviv and Haifa. The U.S. joined in on June 22, using stealth B-2 bombers against Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan.
Casualties
The 12-day war led to significant human losses. According to credible sources such as Reuters, CNN, and Amnesty International...
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Iran's Losses
Total Deaths:
Reports indicate 657-800 fatalities in Iran. A Washington-based Iranian human rights group reported 263 civilian deaths, including 54 women and children. CNN cited Iran's health ministry reporting 224 deaths, over 90% being civilians.
Injuries:
Between 1,800 and 3,056, mostly civilians, were wounded.
Notable Fatalities
Military Commanders:
Israel targeted and killed many IRGC commanders, impacting Iran's military leadership.
Nuclear Scientists:
Six key scientists, including Isar Tabbatabai-Kamsheh and his wife, were killed in Israeli strikes.
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Israel's Losses
Total Deaths:
Israel suffered 24 to 30 civilian deaths. Reuters and CNN reported a heart attack-related death among these casualties.
Injuries:
300-600 injuries, primarily from missile attacks or during bunker evacuations. Nine fatalities and 200 injuries were reported in Bat Yam.
Prominent Deaths
Bat Yam: An Iranian missile strike on June 15 resulted in eight deaths, including three children.
Tamra: Four women from one family were killed by an Iranian missile.
Tel Aviv: A severe injury was reported in an attack in Ramat Aviv affecting 16 people, including one critical injury.
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Military Base Destruction
The conflict aimed to dismantle military and nuclear infrastructures on both sides.
Iran's Military and Nuclear Sites
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Nuclear Facilities
Natanz: Israeli strikes destroyed or damaged 15,000 centrifuges, severely delaying Iran's uranium enrichment capabilities, as per the IAEA.
Fordow: On June 22, B-2 bombers from the U.S. dropped six GBU-57 bunker-buster bombs causing severe damage, though the IAEA noted limited impact on Fordow.
Isfahan: The nuclear research center was targeted twice, though the damage was contained.
Centrifuge Production: Centrifuge production units at the Tehran Research Center and TESA Karaj workshop were devastated.
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Iranian Military Bases
Parchin:
This military complex, used for missile production and explosives research, was targeted on June 12, 15, and 22.
Missile Sites:
Israel destroyed missile launch and storage facilities in western and central Iran, reducing Iran's missile capabilities.
Air Defense:
Israeli strikes crippled Iran's air defense systems, granting Israel air superiority over Tehran.
Key Losses
Top Military Commanders Killed:
High-ranking commanders were eliminated, impacting leadership.
Missile Stocks:
Israeli attacks depleted Iran's missile arsenal and intensity.
Israel's Military Sites
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Military Facilities
Camp Moshe Dayan in Tel Aviv: Targeted by Iranian missiles on June 17, destroying a military intelligence school warehouse with no casualties.
Nevatim Airbase: Near Beersheba was targeted, but damage reports are pending.
The Kirya (Israel's Pentagon): Missiles landed 300 meters from the defense ministry headquarters, causing no significant damage.
Air Defense: Israel’s Iron Dome intercepted most missiles, though some penetrated the defense system.
Well-known Cities
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Missile and drone attacks plagued major cities in both nations, significantly damaging civilian infrastructure.
Iranian Cities
Tehran
Narmak District:
Substantial damage to residential areas.
Tajrish Square:
A June 15 attack killed 12 people.
Shahran Oil Depot:
A fire erupted after a June 14 attack, burning for days.
Iranian Radio-Television Building:
Damaged in the June 19 attack.
Economic Damage:
Estimated infrastructural damage of $6.5 billion in Tehran, as per @cryptotrenchy's reports on X.
Qom:
Attack on a residential building resulted in two deaths.
Khuzestan Province:
Ahvaz, Mahshahr, and Andimeshk experienced infrastructure damages.
Isfahan:
Damage to the nuclear research center and civilian infrastructure.
Iran faced industrial losses estimated at $2.4 billion, oil revenue losses of $3.8 billion, and a GDP impact of $9.6 billion.
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X reports by @MAshrafHaidari place Iran’s total economic damage between $150-$200 billion.
Tel Aviv
Ramat Aviv:
Buildings damaged by missile attacks, 16 injured.
Bat Yam:
Suffered the most destruction with nine deaths and 200 injuries.
Rishon Lezion:
Several homes destroyed.
Haifa:
The Bazan Oil Refinery was shut down after a June 16 missile attack.
Neve Shaanan:
Damage to residential buildings.
Beersheba:
Soroka Medical Center received severe damage.
The industrial losses totaled $1.9 billion, and total economic damage for Israel stood at $12 billion, according to @MAshrafHaidari on X.
Economic Effects
Oil Prices:
Concerns about the closure of the Strait of Hormuz spiked oil prices, impacting the global economy. China, reliant on Iranian oil imports, was notably impacted.
Iran's Economy:
Sanctions and attacks delivered a heavy blow to Iran's already fragile economy.
Israel:
The closure of the Haifa oil refinery affected energy supplies.
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Diplomatic Effects
G7 and U.S.:
G7 leaders backed Israel, although America's direct involvement in the war was controversial.
China:
Chinese leader Xi Jinping raised concerns about the conflict and proposed mediation.
UN and IAEA:
IAEA intensified its monitoring of Iran’s nuclear program, though inspections were halted due to the conflict.
Regional Instability
Houthis and Hezbollah:
Iran's allies intensified attacks on Israel and the U.S., escalating tensions in the Red Sea and Yemen.
Saudi Arabia and UAE:
These nations expressed concern over Iran’s missile capabilities.
India:
Through Operation Sindhu, India evacuated 1,200 nationals from Israel and Iran, showcasing its neutrality and humanitarian efforts.
