Explosions lit up the skies over the Middle East this week as Israel and Iran exchanged unprecedented military strikes, sparking fears of a wider regional conflict. On June 13, Israel launched air raids targeting over 200 Iranian military and nuclear sites, prompting Tehran to retaliate overnight with hundreds of missiles and drones aimed at Israeli cities, including Haifa and Tel Aviv.
🚨 "The streets are empty—everyone is staying indoors," said Tony, a CGTN stringer in Haifa, describing the eerie calm after Iran’s attack left at least three dead and dozens injured. "We’ve seen rockets before, but this feels different. People are scared it’s just the beginning."
Residents across Israel are stockpiling supplies and bracing for further escalation, while global leaders urge de-escalation. Analysts warn the strikes mark a dangerous shift from proxy warfare to direct confrontation—a geopolitical plot twist no one wanted. 🌐⚡
