Iran–Israel War Escalation: Buildings Destroyed, Thousands Displaced
Tension has again flared in the Middle East as Iran and Israel exchange heavy missile and drone strikes. The 12‑day collapse of peace began on June 13, when Israel launched preemptive airstrikes targeting Iran’s nuclear facilities. In response, Iran fired hundreds of missiles into Israeli cities.
Massive Damage & Displacement
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In Iran, state media report at least 935 deaths, including significant civilian casualties—38 children and 132 women—following 12 days of conflict.
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In Israel, approximately 28–29 people were killed and over 3,200 injured, many of them in cities such as Tel Aviv, Haifa, and Bat Yam .
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2,300+ Israeli homes across 240 buildings were damaged, displacing over 13,000 people .
In Tel Aviv suburb Ramat Aviv, a missile strike on June 22 destroyed entire residential blocks and a nursing home, injuring about 20 people .
🚨 Hospitals & Civilian Zones Hit
The Soroka Medical Center in Beersheba was hit by an Iranian Sejjil missile on June 19, causing structural damage and a suspected chemical leak. Although most patients were evacuated, around 50 were injured, and local authorities condemned the strike as a potential war crime .
🔁 Retaliation & Scope
Israel’s air campaign targeted Iran’s nuclear sites—Natanz, Fordow, Isfahan—and eliminated senior commanders and scientists . In retaliation, Iran launched 550+ missiles and 1,100 drones, though Israeli air defenses intercepted ~90%
🔊 Leaders Speak Out
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Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei accused Israel of targeting civilians and labeled the airstrikes as “war crimes”
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Former U.S. President Trump boasted that Washington destroyed Iran’s nuclear sites, and urged Iran to negotiate, warning of “unconditional surrender”
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Israeli PM Netanyahu said the mission would proceed until the Iranian nuclear threat is eliminated .
🌍 Human Toll & Global Reactions
In Tehran, Iran’s updated figures show 935 deaths, but independent sources estimate up to 1,190 fatalities
In Israel, UN and NGOs warned of growing humanitarian needs as urban damage mounts and thousands seek refuge .
As diplomatic efforts resume, the region remains on a knife-edge. With both nations rebuilding infrastructure and investigating civilian damage, fears linger of renewed hostilities.
