Iran and Israel isue evacuation warnings amid escalating strikes

The conflict between Iran and Israel has escalated significantly, with both nations exchanging deadly missile strikes.

On Monday, June 16, 2025, Iran’s Revolutionary Guards called for the immediate evacuation of Tel Aviv residents, according to Iranian state media.

This announcement came shortly after Israel issued an evacuation warning for a designated area in Tehran.

Iran’s Missile Attacks on Israel

Early on June 16, Iran launched a new wave of missile attacks on Israel, resulting in at least eight fatalities.

The Israeli Prime Minister’s office reported that several missiles struck residential areas, causing widespread damage and casualties.

In retaliation, Israel’s military claimed to have achieved air superiority over Tehran and conducted strikes on Iranian military infrastructure.

Israeli spokesperson Brig. Gen. Effie Defrin stated that the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) had destroyed more than 120 surface-to-surface missile launchers in central Iran, accounting for a third of Iran’s total.

Additionally, Israeli fighter jets targeted 10 command centers in Tehran belonging to Iran’s Quds Force, an elite unit responsible for military and intelligence operations outside Iran.

Iran’s Retaliatory Strikes

In response, Iran launched approximately 100 missiles at Israeli targets, including a missile that fell near the American consulate in Tel Aviv.

The blast caused minor damage, but no American personnel were reported injured.

Iran’s Health Ministry reported at least 224 fatalities on their side, while Israel reported 24 deaths and over 500 injuries.

Explosions in Tel Aviv and Petah Tikva

Powerful explosions rocked Tel Aviv and Petah Tikva as Israel’s defense systems intercepted Iranian missiles.

In Petah Tikva, Iranian missiles hit a residential building, causing significant damage and resulting in multiple casualties.

Israeli emergency services reported that two women and two men, all in their 70s, were killed in the attacks.

Additionally, a 4-day-old baby was rescued from the rubble by paramedics.

Evacuation Warnings Issued

On the fourth day of the conflict, Israel issued its first evacuation warning for residents of a designated area in Tehran, advising them to evacuate ahead of anticipated strikes.

The Israeli military claimed to have achieved air superiority over Tehran’s skies, allowing them to conduct operations with reduced risk.

In contrast, Iran’s Revolutionary Guards called for the evacuation of Tel Aviv residents, citing the need to protect civilians from potential Israeli attacks.

Civilian Impact and Humanitarian Concerns

The ongoing conflict has resulted in significant civilian casualties and displacement.

In Iran, health authorities reported that 1,277 individuals were wounded, with rights groups suggesting that the official death toll may be an undercount.

Human Rights Activists reported over 400 deaths, including 197 civilians.

In Israel, the Magen David Adom emergency service evacuated 87 wounded individuals to hospitals, and rescuers continued to search for residents trapped beneath the rubble.

Espionage and Executions

Amid the escalating conflict, Iran executed Dr. Esmail Fekri, a medical doctor convicted of supplying the Mossad with sensitive information.

Dr. Fekri had been imprisoned since 2023 and was reportedly hanged on Monday.

Additionally, Iran announced the arrest of several individuals suspected of espionage, further intensifying tensions between the two nations.

International Reactions

The international community has expressed concern over the escalating conflict.

U.S. President Donald Trump stated that he hoped for calm between Israel and Iran but added, “sometimes they have to fight it out.”

Meanwhile, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan and Russian President Vladimir Putin called for an immediate end to the fighting between Israel and Iran.

They urged both nations to settle their differences through political and diplomatic means.

Conclusion

The conflict between Iran and Israel continues to escalate, with both nations engaging in retaliatory strikes and issuing evacuation warnings.

The humanitarian impact is significant, with numerous casualties and widespread displacement.

The international community remains concerned and is calling for diplomatic efforts to de-escalate the situation and prevent further loss of life.

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