Breathtaking the whole planet is watching the dramatic developments in the Middle East, where the conflict between Israel and Iran It enters the second week, with no signs of expansion, but with constant escalation in the midst of a diplomatic thriller, with threats and ultimatums.
While Israel continues its air attacks on Iran’s nuclear and military installations and Tehran responds with rockets and drones against Israeli territory, the United States leaves all possible open.
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On the battlefield, Israeli Armed Forces (IDF) declared alarm and activated the air defense sirens in various areas of the country early this morning, Friday (20.06.25) after a new missile launch from Iran.
A short time earlier they announced that anti -aircraft defense had repelled Iranian raid with unmanned aerial vehicles.
Three were intercepted in flight over the Dead Sea, clarified through a Telegram. Air defense sirens were activated after 03:00 (local time and time in Greece) in some areas.
Iranian rocket fell to Birmcausing damage. There are no immediate reports of injuries.
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The rocket hit just outside apartment buildings, causing fire to many cars. Damage to nearby houses.
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Israelis’ Effects in Iran’s Sefidrud Industrial Park
About an hour after IDF issued an evacuation alarm in the Kolesh Taleshan area, mass attacks shocked the Sefidroud industrial park in Iran.
Residents reported severe attacks on the band, along with a series of secondary eruptions (at least four) and a large fire visible from the city of Rast.
With Iran’s internet being cut off from the outside world, it is not clear how many people in Iran managed to see the message.
Massive Strikes Hit Iranian Industrial Park After IDF Evacuation Warning
About an hour after the IDF issued an evacuation order for the Sefidrood Industrial Park near Kolesh Taleshan in northern Iran, residents reported heavy airstrikes, multiple secondary explosions, and a… pic.twitter.com/9eAaAGNVHF
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Britain sees a “window” for a “diplomatic solution”
The British Foreign Minister David Lamia It was judged on Thursday after meeting with his American counterpart Mark Rubio In the White House, that there is now a “window” to find a “diplomatic solution” during negotiations with Iran.
“During our meeting with Foreign Minister Rubio and (American) Special Envoy for the Middle East Steve Whitkov (yesterday Thursday), we discussed the need for Iran to close agreement to avoid deterioration. There is now a window within the next two weeks to come up with a diplomatic solution, “said British diplomatic leader Lamia, according to a press release publicized by the British embassy in Washington.
«It’s time to put an end to the dramatic scenes in the Middle East And to avoid regional escalation that would not benefit anyone, “the British Foreign Minister continued.
“Tomorrow (today Friday) I will head to Geneva to meet with the Iranian Foreign Minister (Abas Aragsi) with my Frenchman and German counterpart and the European Union,” he continued, referring to Jean-Noel Baros, and Joyan Baro.
E3 ministers and head of European diplomacy will meet with the Iranian Foreign Minister and a key negotiator for the Iranian nuclear power program while European countries are calling for de -escalation.
Earlier yesterday, Donald Trump made it known through a White House spokesman that he would decide whether the US will be involved in the war that launched Israel against Iran with their ally “During the next two weeks“, Describing” essential “the possibility of a solution to be found through negotiations with Tehran.
US withdraw dozens of aircraft from base in Qatar
Dozens of US military aircraft have been withdrawn from the Tarmak of one of the largest US military bases in the Middle East, certify satellite images, apparently to protect themselves by possible Iranian blowsat a time when Washington weighs whether to get involved in the war between Israel and Iran.
Between 5th and 19th June, the US Base Al -Unded in Qatar emptied almost completely by distinct aircraftaccording to satellite photos of Planet Labs PBC in possession of the French agency.
Almost 40 military aircraft They were parked in places near the base deprivation corridor on June 5: Large transportable, capable of carrying material, HERCULES C-130 Special Enterprises. But in a photo taken yesterday Thursday, June 19th, They were only distinguished by three transfers.
In addition, the US, “preventively and in the light of hostilities in the region”, advised “staff) to show particular vigilance” and “they were temporarily restricted » Access to the facilities in Al Undeded, according to a press release yesterday and posted on their embassy website in Qatar.
Due to its “closeness to Iran” – less than 300 kilometers – the Al -Unded base, the aircraft, the military and the facilities are in a “extremely vulnerable” position, Mark Sorst, American General E.A. who served in the Middle East, now expert at the Rand Corporation Institute.
Even if it is not directly blowing, ‘scratches could mean that they would not be able to perform missions’, added. For this reason “The risks to US forces must be reduced”he explained.
Aircraft moved since early June may now be protected in reinforced sheds or other bases in the area. Asked about the AFP, the US Army has made no comment so far.
These movements are recorded in the context of rearrangement of US Armed Forces in the region after Israel’s attack on Iran on June 13th.
Another aircraft carrier is located at sea to the Middle East area, while many aerial means also moved to the region.
The French Agency analyzed ADS-B data (publicly available and open source) by filtering them to IX-sewing US aircraft flights with fuel-KC-46A Pegasus, KC-135 Stratotanker-which passed at least once from the 18th of Europe. They can carry up to even 96 tonnes of fuel.
At least 25 samples of these types flew from the US in Europe During this period and was still in Europe on the night of June 18th. More specifically, such routes made 27, two of which returned.
Diplomatic mobility in Geneva
At a critical juncture for the Middle East, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Arakzi will meet today in Geneva with his counterparts from France, Germany and Britain. The meeting was requested by the three European countries with the aim of directing the crisis in the region.
This initiative comes after Israel’s large -scale attack on June 13th on military and nuclear targets in Iran, which further escalated the tension. At the same time, the signs of possible US involvement in the conflict are increasing, with Donald Trump saying he does not exclude military intervention.
European ministers are seeking to restart negotiations with Iran, putting the termination of his military nuclear program as a key condition. According to French Foreign Minister Jean Noel Baros, France, Germany and Britain support the diplomatic route and call for a truce.
Tehran is said to have intensified the production of enriched uranium, exceeding the boundaries of the 2015 International Agreement (KOSD), which had been signed by European countries and the EU, but from which the US left under Trump.
Today’s meeting in Geneva is expected with great interest, as it can determine developments in the burning file of the Iranian nuclear program and wider stability in the Middle East.
Explosion at Norwegian Ambassador’s residence in Tel Aviv
The Norwegian Foreign Ministry announced tonight that there was an explosion at the Norwegian Ambassador’s residence in the suburbs of Tel Aviv, in the midst of the ongoing conflict between Israel and Iran.
“We are in touch with the embassy tonight. No member of the Embassy staff was injured, “the Norwegian Foreign Ministry said in the briefing.
Israeli media reports that the explosion was due to a grenade and caused damage.
“Trump will decide on the attack in the next two weeks”
The White House announced on Thursday (19/06/2025) that Donald Trump will decide the next two weeks on whether the US will fully join Israel and attack Iran.
“Based on the fact that there is a significant possibility of negotiations that may take place or not be held with Iran in the near future, I will make my decision on whether or not to move on within the next two weeks,” the White House announced.