Israel Strikes Iran Again After Nuclear Site Hits, Air Defences Active Near Khamenei's House

Last Updated:June 13, 2025, 22:46 IST

Air defence systems were activated across multiple regions in response to the latest attacks

A photo released by Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) official Sepah News Telegram channel on June 13 shows smoke billowing from a site reportedly targeted by an Israeli strike in Tehran early on Friday. (AFP)

Israel on Friday carried out a second round of airstrikes on Iran, further escalating tensions between the two nations. The overnight attacks reportedly targeted nuclear and military sites, along with residential buildings linked to Iranian officials.

According to Iranian state media, air defence systems were activated across multiple regions, including Tehran, in response to the latest attacks.

Here the latest developments from the second round of Israeli airstrikes on Iran as tensions continue to rise

An Iranian news outlet close to the government reported that two explosions were heard near the Fordo nuclear enrichment site, which is located deep underground, Associated Press reported.In Tehran, defence forces intercepted aerial “targets." Activity was reported near Pasteur Square, a high-security area home to Iran’s Supreme Leader and the presidential office, Iranian media reported.Following the strikes, Israel’s army chief, Lieutenant General Eyal Zamir, said the military was operating at “full force" to achieve its objectives. “We are continuing with full force, at a high pace, in order to meet the goals we have set for ourselves," he said in an official statement.Zamir urged Israeli citizens to stay prepared for further escalations: “There will be difficult moments, we need to be prepared for the range of scenarios we have planned for, very high readiness and discipline are required on the home front."At the same time as the strikes, air raid sirens sounded in Jerusalem. The Israeli military confirmed that a missile had been launched from Yemen.“The IDF (military) has identified the launch of a missile from Yemen toward Israeli territory," the army said in a statement. Residents reported hearing loud booms over Jerusalem, similar to past missile interceptions.

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