Hundreds of Missiles at Israel: Iran Vows Retaliation
Iran has launched hundreds of missiles and drones at Israel in a historic show of force following Israeli strikes on Iranian nuclear sites. As air raid sirens blare and defense systems intercept incoming threats, global leaders call for restraint amid fears of a wider regional war. This article breaks down the timeline of attacks, defense responses, and global reactions—revealing how this conflict could reshape Middle Eastern geopolitics overnight.
Introduction
Within hours, Iran launched hundreds of ballistic missiles toward Israel in response to devastating Israeli strikes on its nuclear and military sites. By the end of this article, you’ll understand who retaliated, what has happened on the ground, and how this surge in missiles could reshape regional security.
Iran Delivers Massive Missile Strike on Israel
What happened?
In a retaliatory move on June 13, 2025, Iran launched between 100–150 ballistic missiles (some sources say “hundreds”) along with over 100 drones toward Israel, code-named Operation True Promise III.
Impact zone:
Explosions rang out over Tel Aviv, Jerusalem, and other Israeli cities as sirens blared and residents took cover in shelters .
Another residential building, next to the apartment block, also appeared to have suffered significant damage, with windows blown and pieces of twisted metal hanging from its exterior.
At least 21 people were injured in the missile attacks, the Israeli ambulance service said, adding that two seriously wounded people were trapped in a building in the greater Tel Aviv area.
The Israeli army told citizens that they were now allowed to leave “protected spaces” after an earlier announcement called on residents to avoid public spaces amid a potential Iranian attack.
Global Repercussions & Diplomatic Aftershock
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International response:
The U.N. Security Council has convened an emergency session. Countries such as UK, France, Russia, and U.S. publicly urged de-escalation . -
Oil & markets:
Oil prices surged more than 6–8% amid fears of wider instability in the Middle East
Conclusion
Iran’s retaliatory missile strike—launching hundreds of missiles and drones—signals a serious escalation after Israel’s surprise assault. With civilians caught in the crossfire, air defenses tested, and global leaders sounding alarms, the region stands at a potential tipping point between escalation and negotiation.
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