War Intensifies: Iran’s Nuclear Sites, Hospitals Hit in Escalating Israel Clash – 10 Big Developments

Hospital in Beersheba Hit by Iranian Missiles

Iran fired dozens of ballistic missiles early on June 19, 2025, one striking the Soroka Medical Centre. Dozens were injured; hospital operations impacted but no mass fatalities

Iranian Sejjil Missiles Deployed

This marks the first battlefield use of Iran’s long‑range, solid‑fuel Sejjil missiles—capable of striking deeply and rapidly in adversary airspace

Israel Strikes Iranian Nuclear Sites

Israeli jets hit heavy‑water reactors near Arak (Khondab) and Natanz, targeting research and weapons development infrastructure

Iran’s Missile Retaliation

Tehran responded with around 400 missiles and drones; some breached Israel’s defenses causing civilian injuries and property damage

Civilian Casualties and Damage

Casualties include over two dozen killed and dozens injured in Israel; Iran reports hundreds of deaths—including 263 civilians—from Israeli strikes

Netanyahu’s Defiant Vow

Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu promised to make Tehran’s “tyrants” pay the “full price”, signaling an escalation in attacks

Israel Katz Calls for Regime Destabilization

Defense Minister Katz said the military’s goal includes undermining the Iranian regime and striking symbols of state power

U.S. Considers Joining Campaign

Former U.S. President Trump has approved potential U.S. strike plans, though no final order yet—diplomatic talks may still be possible

Diplomatic & Energy Fallout

Oil prices spiked amid fears of supply disruption; European diplomats—including Germany, France, the UK—are arranging talks in Geneva to de-escalate

Regional Fears and International Watch

With evacuation of foreign nationals underway, civilian airspaces unsafe, and global powers urging restraint, fears of regional war or wider U.S. intervention loom