Iran Israel war live updates: Explosions, sirens heard in Tel Aviv and Jerusalem

1. Iran Israel war live updates: Explosions, sirens heard in Tel Aviv and Jerusalem

Iran Israel conflict live updates: Missiles launched from Iran are intercepted as seen from Ashkelon, Israel.

Iran Israel conflict live updates: Israel and Iran exchanged a fresh wave of missile attacks overnight into Sunday, escalating tensions and raising fears of a wider regional conflict. The escalation followed Israel’s expansion of its surprise offensive against its primary adversary, including a strike on the world’s largest gas field....Read More

Early Sunday, Israel’s military announced it had struck the Iranian defence ministry headquarters in Tehran. It also claimed to have hit several locations around the capital that it described as being “related to the Iranian regime’s nuclear weapons project.”

These sites, according to Israel’s military, were connected to Iran’s nuclear ambitions, though both US intelligence agencies and the International Atomic Energy Agency have consistently stated that Iran was not developing a nuclear weapon prior to Israel launching its wave of airstrikes on Friday.

Meanwhile, US President Donald Trump warned Tehran in a Truth Social post, stating, “If we are attacked in any way, shape or form by Iran, the full strength and might of the U.S. Armed Forces will come down on you at levels never seen before.” He added, “However, we can easily get a deal done between Iran and Israel, and end this bloody conflict.”

However, Trump gave no details of any possible deal.

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- Overnight Iranian strikes on Israel killed at least eight people, including children, and triggered widespread panic as air raid sirens forced millions to take shelter, AFP reported. In the central part of the country, a rocket strike claimed the lives of at least four individuals — among them a 10-year-old boy — and left around 100 others injured, according to a spokesperson from Magen David Adom (MDA)

- Iran fired a new wave of missiles at Israel early Sunday, as both countries engaged in intensified cross-border attacks for the third straight day. Iranian state television announced the development at around 03:10 am (2340 GMT Saturday), stating, "A new wave of Operation Honest Promise 3 began a few minutes ago," while broadcasting live footage from Israel. The strikes mark a continued escalation in hostilities that began with Israel’s surprise offensive.

- Iran’s elite Revolutionary Guards confirmed the strikes, stating that they hit facilities used by Israeli fighter jets for refuelling and energy infrastructure. The statement said, "Installations producing fuel for fighter planes and the (Israeli) regime's energy supply centres were targeted by a multitude of drones and missiles." The Guards also warned that Iran's military response would grow "more fiercely and more broadly if the depravity and attacks (against Iran) continue." The message underscored Tehran’s intent to sustain and intensify its offensive if Israel’s strikes persist.

- As the conflict deepened, Iran cancelled scheduled nuclear negotiations that were to be held in Oman. The US had hoped the talks would help de-escalate the situation and potentially lead to a scaling back of Israel’s bombing campaign. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi declared that discussions could not proceed under current conditions, describing Israel's airstrikes as "barbarous." Meanwhile, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu brushed off Iran’s attacks, warning that what Iran has seen so far is only a fraction of what could follow. He signalled a more severe Israeli retaliation in the coming days.

- Israel’s military reported that more Iranian missiles were launched late Saturday and said it was actively working to intercept them. At the same time, the IDF claimed it was targeting military infrastructure in and around Tehran. Residents reported seeing several projectiles in the night sky above Jerusalem, though air raid sirens were not triggered in the capital. However, sirens did sound in Haifa, a major city in northern Israel. Iran confirmed that the Shahran oil depot in Tehran was hit in an Israeli strike and that a fire broke out at an oil refinery near the capital. Tasnim news agency added that Israel’s strike on Iran's defence ministry caused only minor damage.

- Donald Trump weighed in on the escalating situation, warning Iran of harsher consequences if it continues its actions. However, he also left the door open for diplomacy, saying it wasn’t too late to halt Israel’s military campaign – provided Iran agreed to significantly curtail its nuclear programme. The cancellation of the nuclear talks in Oman, however, complicates prospects for immediate diplomatic engagement.

Iran Israel war LIVE updates: Air defence systems have been activated in northwest Iran after the country launched an attack on Israel.

Iran Israel war LIVE updates: Israel's military said several sites were hit by the latest Iranian missile barrage on Sunday, with firefighters reporting a residential building struck on the country's Mediterranean coast.

"Homefront Command Search and Rescue teams have been dispatched to several hit sites in Israel, following the latest barrage from Iran," the military said, as per Reuters.

Iran Israel war LIVE updates: Israeli authorities tell public it is safe to leave shelters as danger of attack subsides.

Iran Israel war LIVE updates: Explosions have been heard in Jerusalem and Tel Aviv, reported AFP, as Iran continues strikes against Israel.

Iran Israel war LIVE updates: Israel has activated its air defences as sirens sound in Jerusalem due to Iran's latest attack against the country.

Iran Israel war LIVE updates: Israeli military have sounded sirens and stated that Iran has launched another offensive against the country. 

Iran's state TV has called for Israeli citizens in “vital areas” to take shelter.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu told Fox News that Israel "destroyed" Iran's main Natanz nuclear facility.

Israeli military said that public safety guidelines, including closure of schools, have been extended until 8:00 pm (local time), June 17.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu told Fox News in an interview that Israel "got" Iran's intelligence chief.

The Israeli military said that it ahs begun a wave of fresh strikes against dozens of surface-to-surface missile targets in western Iran.

Iranian state TV has reported that at least five persons have been killed in an Israeli strike on a residential building in Tehran.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, when asked about Reuters' report that US President Donald Trump vetoed an Israeli plan to kill Iran Supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, said, "I'm not going to get into that".

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu told Fox News in an interview that the change of regime in Iran could be a result of Israel's military strikes on Tehran.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu told Fox News that American pilots are shooting down the drones that are headed towards Israel.

US President Donald Trump, in the last two days, vetoed an Israeli plan to kill Iran Supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, two US officials told news agency Reuters.

A Senior G7 official has said that the G7 leaders are planning to issue joint statement on Iran's conflict with Israel, calling for de-escalation of the war.

The Israeli police has said that two persons have been arrested for working for Iran intelligence, news agency AFP reported.

IndiGo flights to Tbilisi and Baku are now making a technical stop for refueling at Doha due to the closure of Iranian airspace, officials said on Sunday.

IndiGo operates narrow-body A321 planes on the two routes and these aircraft do not have the range to operate non-stop longer duration flights.

A Washington-based human rights group has said that Israeli strikes in Iran have killed at least 406 people and wounded another 654, The Associated Press reported.

The group, Human Rights Activists, said its figures covered the entirety of Iran.

Iran's government has not offered any overall casualty figures from Israeli attacks that have decimated its military leadership and targeted its nuclear sites. Individual officials have offered piecemeal figures.

Iran's state media reported that Mashhad Airport, situated in the country's eastern side, suffered no damage to its buildings or runway in the Israeli strike.

The Israeli military described its attack on an Iranian refueling plane in Eastern Iran's Mashhad Airport as the "furthest strike" since the start of its Operation Rising Lion.

The Israeli military has said that it attacked an Iranian refueling plane at Eastern Iran's Mashhad Airport.

An Israeli military spokesperson said on Sunday that the goal of their operation in Iran is not changing the regime, but "to remove the capabilities of this regime to annihilate the US".

US President Donald Trump told ABC that he is "open" to Russian President Vladimir Putin as mediator for the Israel-Iran conflict.

US President Donald Trump told ABC news that it is "possible" that Washington will get involved in the ongoing Iran-Israel conflict.

Etihad Airways has cancelled its flights between Abu Dhabi and Tel Aviv till June 22 amid the ongoing conflict between Iran and Israel.

Iran-aligned Iraqi outfit Kataib Hezbollah on Sunday warned that it would resume attacks on US troops in the region if Washington intervenes in the conflict between Israel and Iran.

“We are closely monitoring the movements of the American enemy's army in the region," Kataib Hezbollah Secretary-General Abu Hussein al-Hamidawi said in a statement. "If America intervenes in the war, we will act directly against its interests and bases spread across the region without hesitation.”

The Russian embassy in Tehran said that it is working towards evacuating its citizens from Iran by land, Russian news agency RIA reported.

Iranian media reported that Tehran police headquarters in the city centre was hit during an Israeli strike on Sunday.

"The Greater Tehran Police Command was hit by one of the enemy's drones," ISNA news agency reported, citing a police statement.

The attack reportedly caused "minor damage" and injured "a number" of police personnel.

US President Donald Trump said on Sunday that Israel and Iran "should make a deal" like many other countries in conflict have.

In a post on his Truth Social network, Trump said, "During my first term, Serbia and Kosovo were going at it hot and heavy, as they have for many decades, and this long time conflict was ready to break out into WAR. I stopped it (Biden has hurt the longer term prospects with some very stupid decisions, but I will fix it, again!). Another case is Egypt and Ethiopia, and their fight over a massive dam that is having an effect on the magnificent Nile River. There is peace, at least for now, because of my intervention, and it will stay that way!"

"Likewise, we will have PEACE, soon, between Israel and Iran! Many calls and meetings now taking place. I do a lot, and never get credit for anything, but that’s OK, the PEOPLE understand. MAKE THE MIDDLE EAST GREAT AGAIN!" the US President added.

The Indian embassy in Israel has issued a fresh advisory for its nationals in the country amid the ongoing Iran-Israel conflict.

"The embassy continues to monitor the situation closely and is in regular touch with the Israeli authorities," it said.

It advised Indians to stay vigilant and avoid unnecessary movement, adhering to the safety protocols advised by the Israeli government.

Following Iranian strikes, Israeli military said that it is now permitted to leave protected spaces in all areas across the country.

The Israeli government has extended the state of emergency till June 30, reports Reuters.

Explosions have been heard in Israel's Tel Aviv, reports Reuters, citing witness.

Local media has reported that Iran has launched a new wave of attacks on Israel.

Citizens have been ordered to head to shelters to remain protected amid the fresh attacks. 

As Iran launched missiles towards Israel, the IDF has ordered citizens to head to shelters for protection.

Air raid sirens are being sounded in Israel's Jerusalem and Tel Aviv, news agency Reuters reported, citing witnesses.

Iran has urged Iraq to block Israel's use of its airspace and territory in attacks against Tehran.

Germany will strengthen protection of Israeli and Jewish institutions against Iran, said chancellor Friedrich Merz.

Iran media has reported that at least 128 people have been killed in the Israeli strikes that took place on Friday and Saturday.

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has said that the ongoing conflict in the Middle East will be a key issue at the upcoming G7 Summit.

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer said that more jets are being sent to the Middle East. He said that further military assets are being deployed to provide "contingency support" across the region amid escalating hostilities between the two long-time foes.

German chancellor Friedrich Merz on Sunday said that Iran cannot develop nuclear weapons.

Iran denies reports of sending any message to Israel via a third country, according to a statement from Iran's foreign ministry spokesperson Baghaei.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said that Iran will pay "very heavy price" for the civilian deaths in Israel.

"Iran will pay a very heavy price for the premeditated murder of civilians, women and children," Netanyahu said during a visit to the site of a missile strike on a residential building in the coastal city of Bat Yam.

Iran has said that mosques, metro stations, and schools will serve as shelters from the Israeli strikes, news agency AFP reported.

Iran's Tasnim agency reported that two explosions were heard in central Tehran.

Iran Israel conflict news: German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and Oman's Sultan Haitham bin Tariq al-Said have called for an urgent de-escalation in the Middle East. This comes after the two leaders spoke on a phone call during escalating tensions between Iran and Israel. 

"The chancellor thanked (the sultan) for Oman's mediation efforts towards ending Iran's nuclear programme. He emphasised that Iran must never have nuclear weapons," the spokesperson said in a statement, as reported by Reuters. The spokesperson added that both nations must resolve conflict through diplomatic means. 

Iran Israel war news updates: As tensions with Israel continue, government spokesperson Fatemeh Mohajerani told state TV on Sunday. that mosques, schools and subway systems can be used to seek shelter during Israeli attacks. 

"There is no problem with the provision of food, medicine, fuel," she added further.

Iran Israel war news updates: The Indian embassy in Iran has issued a set of hotline numbers for Indian nationals in the region. These emergency numbers come in view of the rising tensions between iran and Israel.