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Iran retaliated after an Israeli airstrike targeted Beirut's southern suburbs. (Photo: Video grab)

By Palestine Chronicle Staff  

Iran announced its retaliation over Israeli strikes on Beirut, warning that further attacks could trigger a broader regional confrontation.

Key Developments

  • Iran said its recent military retaliation was a response to Israeli attacks on Beirut and support for Lebanon.
  • Tehran warned it would treat any future Israeli attack on Iran as a joint American-Israeli action and threatened a new phase of confrontation.
  • Iranian officials insisted Lebanon must be included in any ceasefire framework and accused Washington of enabling Israeli violations.
  • Senior adviser Ali Akbar Velayati said the resistance axis is capable of closing strategic maritime routes, including the Bab al-Mandab Strait.
  • Iran suspended flights at Tehran’s Imam Khomeini Airport.
Tue, Jun 9, 12:32 AM (Palestine Time)

Sirens Sound in Northern Israel and Eilat

ISRAELI MEDIA:

  • Sirens sounded in Shomera in northern Israel amid fears of a drone infiltration.
  • Israel Hayom reported that sirens were also activated in Eilat following the detection of a drone launched from Yemen.
  • Channel 12 reported a drone infiltration warning for the Eilat area.

Report: US Assisted in Intercepting Iranian Missiles

AL-MONITOR:

  • Al-Monitor reported that the US military launched interceptor missiles to help counter the latest wave of Iranian ballistic missiles heading toward Israel.
  • The outlet also reported that the United States assisted Israel in intercepting Iranian missiles during the previous night’s attacks.

Israeli Shelling Reported in Northern Gaza

AL-MAYADEEN: Israeli artillery shelled areas northeast of Beit Lahia in the northern Gaza Strip.

Iranian Officials Stress Coordination and Deterrence

MAJID MOUSAVI:

  • Commander of the IRGC Aerospace Force Brigadier General Majid Mousavi said supporters should maintain their presence in public arenas as long as recommended by Iran’s leadership.
  • He also called for preserving coordination between the military arena, public mobilization, and diplomacy to counter what he described as enemy efforts.

AZIZI: Azizi told Iranian television that any attack against Iran’s national security or the resistance front would be met with a decisive and costly response.

Hezbollah Reports Rocket Attack near Ainata

HEZBOLLAH: Islamic Resistance said it targeted a gathering of Israeli military vehicles and soldiers in the Al-Ishraq area near the town of Ainata with a rocket barrage.

Mon, Jun 8, 10:28 PM (Palestine Time)

Hezbollah Reports Strike on Israeli Bulldozer

HEZBOLLAH: Islamic Resistance said it targeted an Israeli bulldozer on the southeastern outskirts of Yahmar al-Shaqif with a guided missile, claiming a confirmed hit.

Qaani: Resistance Axis Will Establish Regional Security Belt

ESMAIL QAANI: Commander of Iran’s Quds Force Esmail Qaani said a security belt for the resistance would extend from the Strait of Hormuz to Bab al-Mandab and from the Gulf to the Red Sea.

Ghalibaf: Iran Will Act to Prevent Attacks on Lebanon

MOHAMMAD BAGHER GHALIBAF: Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf said Iran would work to prevent attacks on Lebanon through political pressure, threats of retaliation, suspension of negotiations, or direct action when necessary.

Aoun: Negotiations Underway on Non-Aggression Pact

JOSEPH AOUN:

  • Lebanese President Joseph Aoun told CNN that he would not meet Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu before an agreement is reached to end the war.
  • Aoun also said Lebanon is currently negotiating a non-aggression pact with Israel.

Israeli Media: Lebanon Has Become Central to Iran Ceasefire Calculations

CHANNEL 13: Channel 13 reported that Iran has succeeded in undermining Israeli deterrence.

KAN: Kan reported that Israeli assessments increasingly view developments in Lebanon as the key factor influencing any ceasefire arrangement with Iran.

I24NEWS: The outlet reported Israeli concerns that President Donald Trump may seek reductions in the scope of military operations not only in Beirut’s southern suburbs but across Lebanon more broadly.

CHANNEL 12: Channel 12 reported that Trump warned Netanyahu that if military operations escalate into a wider regional war, Israel could find itself facing Iran without US backing.

Israeli Media: Iran Has Created a New Deterrence Equation

ISRAEL HAYOM:

  • The newspaper reported that Israeli officials did not expect Iran to follow through on its threat to respond militarily to attacks on Beirut’s southern suburbs.
  • According to the report, Israeli security sources acknowledged that they did not anticipate an Iranian response before the decision was made to strike Beirut.
  • The paper said Israeli officials now believe Iran has established a new equation in which attacks on Beirut could trigger Iranian missile strikes against Israel.
Mon, Jun 8, 7:50 PM (Palestine Time)

Hamas: Iran Working to End the War on All Fronts

HAMAS: Hamas spokesperson Hazem Qassem said Iran has informed the movement of its efforts to stop the war on all fronts, including Gaza.

Iranian Airspace Reopens

TASNIM: Tasnim News Agency, citing the Civil Aviation Authority, reported that Iranian airspace has returned to normal operations and that flights have resumed.

Iranian Foreign Ministry Comments on Regional Escalation

ESMAIL BAGHAEI: Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmail Baghaei said that “the first and most undeniable truth is that the instigator of chaos is always its first victim.”

Lebanon Death Toll Updated

LEBANESE MINISTRY OF HEALTH: The ministry said the toll from the Israeli aggression has risen to 3,637 killed and 11,188 wounded.

Israeli Media Questions Lebanon Campaign

CHANNEL 12:

  • Channel 12 questioned the rationale behind continued military operations in southern Lebanon, citing Israeli casualties from drone attacks.
  • The channel also reported that President Donald Trump is unwilling to continue the war and said this has left Israel in what it described as a weakened position vis-à-vis Iran.

Israeli Media: Deterrence Has Eroded

CHANNEL 13:

  • Channel 13 said Israel’s deterrence capability has noticeably declined following the latest round of fighting.
  • The channel added that Iran has imposed a new equation under which any attack on Beirut’s southern suburbs could trigger an Iranian missile response.

Israeli Army Radio Contradicts Netanyahu’s Claim

ISRAELI ARMY RADIO:

  • Army Radio reported that Israel has not responded since Iran launched missiles following the Israeli attacks earlier in the day.
  • The outlet also said Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was inaccurate in claiming that Iran ceased targeting Israel after the Israeli strikes.
Mon, Jun 8, 6:33 PM (Palestine Time)

Israeli Airstrikes Continue across Southern Lebanon

AL-MAYADEEN:

  • Israeli warplanes carried out airstrikes on the town of Kfar Tebnit in the Nabatieh district.
  • Additional strikes targeted the towns of Al-Sama’iyah in the Tyre district and Al-Duwayr in the Nabatieh district.

Yemeni Parliament Reaffirms Support for Resistance Axis

HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN SANA’A:

  • The Yemeni parliament called on Arab and Islamic legislative bodies to condemn Israeli actions, including the recent strike on Beirut.
  • The body condemned what it described as continued Arab and international silence toward Israeli actions and argued that such policies can only be deterred through force.
  • It warned Israel that any further escalation would ultimately backfire.
  • The parliament also said the “axis of resistance” remains in continuous coordination to respond to developments across the region.
  • It reaffirmed Yemen’s support for what it described as the central causes of the Arab and Islamic world and praised recent Iranian and Yemeni military actions as part of efforts to establish deterrence and a balance of power.

Israeli Forces Advance in Southern Syria

SYRIAN ARAB NEWS AGENCY (SANA): The agency reported that Israeli forces advanced into an area west of the town of Al-Rafid in the southern countryside of Quneitra Governorate.

Mon, Jun 8, 6:25 PM (Palestine Time)

The Dahiyeh Gamble: How Netanyahu’s Escalation Backfired into an Iranian Victory

Netanyahu’s attack on Beirut may have triggered a historic shift, linking Lebanon’s security directly to Iranian military deterrence.

The Dahiyeh Gamble: How Netanyahu’s Escalation Backfired into an Iranian Victory

Mon, Jun 8, 6:05 PM (Palestine Time)

Palestinian Succumbs to Wounds in Deir al-Balah

AL-MAYADEEN: A Palestinian died from wounds sustained in an Israeli attack earlier in the day east of Al-Aqsa Martyrs Hospital in Deir al-Balah in the central Gaza Strip.

Ghalibaf: Iran Broke the Cycle of Ceasefire Violations

MOHAMMAD BAGHER GHALIBAF: Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf said Iran had shattered what he described as the cycle of ceasefire violations and altered the situation on the ground through its response.

Maritime Incident Reported off Oman

UK MARITIME TRADE OPERATIONS:

  • The agency reported an incident involving a tanker approximately 15 nautical miles northeast of Masirah, Oman.
  • It said the vessel caught fire, prompting the evacuation of its crew.

Iran Warns against Further Escalation

MOHAMMAD BAQER ZOLGHADR:

  • Secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council Mohammad Baqer Zolghadr warned that any new mistake by the Israeli-American alliance would turn the region into “hell.”
  • He urged regional actors to identify threats independently rather than relying on Washington or Tel Aviv.
  • Zolghadr also described the past decades as a period that transformed the global security landscape.

Iran Reports No Fatalities from Recent Israeli Attacks

IRANIAN TV: Iranian television, citing the head of emergency services, reported that 15 people injured in recent Israeli attacks had received treatment and that no fatalities had been recorded.

Hezbollah Announces Series of Attacks in Southern Lebanon

HEZBOLLAH:

  • Islamic Resistance said it targeted an Israeli Merkava tank near Beaufort Castle with a guided missile.
  • The group also reported a drone strike on an Israeli military gathering on the southeastern outskirts of Yahmar al-Shaqif.
  • In a series of statements, Hezbollah said it targeted four ammunition transport vehicles with Ababil drones on the outskirts of Yahmar al-Shaqif.
  • The movement claimed that multiple ammunition vehicles, including Alpha-type vehicles and a Hummer, were set ablaze as a result of the attacks.

Israeli Strike Targets Vehicle in Tyre

AL-MAYADEEN: An Israeli strike targeted a vehicle at the southern entrance to the city of Tyre.

Sirens Sound in Western Galilee

ISRAELI MEDIA: Sirens were activated in Zar’it in the Western Galilee.

Pakistan Calls for Restraint

PAKISTANI PRIME MINISTER: Pakistan’s prime minister called on all parties to exercise restraint and give peace a greater opportunity, particularly as diplomatic efforts appear to be approaching a decisive stage.

Syrian Social Nationalist Party Mourns Two Members

SYRIAN SOCIAL NATIONALIST PARTY: The party announced the deaths of two members, saying they were killed while carrying out what it described as their national duty in defense of Lebanon against Israel.

Mon, Jun 8, 4:22 PM (Palestine Time)

Iran Says It Delivered ‘Painful Response’ to Israel, Suspends Operations for Now

Iran suspended military operations after retaliatory strikes, warning that renewed attacks on Lebanon could reignite the conflict.

Iran Says It Delivered ‘Painful Response’ to Israel, Suspends Operations for Now

Mon, Jun 8, 4:09 PM (Palestine Time)

Casualties Reported in Israeli Strike on Southern Lebanon

NATIONAL NEWS AGENCY: One person was killed and several others wounded in an Israeli airstrike targeting the town of Khraibeh in southern Lebanon.

Lapid: Current Fighting Serves No Strategic Purpose

YAIR LAPID: Israeli opposition leader Yair Lapid said the current round of fighting serves no strategic purpose for Israel.

Islamic Jihad Praises Iranian Missile Strikes

ISLAMIC JIHAD:

  • The movement praised Iran’s missile strikes against Israel, describing them as a response to Israeli actions in Lebanon.
  • Islamic Jihad said the strikes present an opportunity to enhance regional security and deter further Israeli military operations.

Iranian Officials Stress Readiness and National Unity

AMIR HATAMI:

  • Commander-in-Chief of the Iranian Army Amir Hatami said public support has boosted the morale of Iran’s armed forces.
  • Hatami accused Israel of repeatedly violating agreements and ceasefires.

ALI KHAZRIAN:

  • Iranian lawmaker Ali Khazrian said Iran’s forces would maintain the upper hand if the conflict continues and suggested that Israel could eventually seek another ceasefire.
  • He also warned that Iran possesses additional capabilities that have not yet been deployed.

MASOUD PEZESHKIAN:

  • Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said Iran would overcome the current challenge through unity and rationality.
  • Pezeshkian said diplomacy and defense remain the two pillars of national power and stressed that Iran would continue to defend its interests while remaining engaged in negotiations.
  • He added that national security and public stability remain the government’s priority.

Iran Announces Halt to Military Operations

KHATAM AL-ANBIYA HEADQUARTERS:

  • The headquarters said Iran’s armed forces had delivered what it described as a painful response in support of Lebanon and announced a halt to military operations.
  • It warned that if attacks on Lebanon, particularly southern Lebanon, continue, Israel would face harsher responses in the future.

IRGC Issues Warning in the Strait of Hormuz

IRGC: The Revolutionary Guard instructed its naval forces that warships belonging to hostile countries are prohibited from entering Gulf waters.

Hezbollah Announces Two Operations

HEZBOLLAH:

  • Islamic Resistance said it targeted a gathering of Israeli military vehicles and soldiers in the town of Rashaf with a rocket barrage.
  • In a separate statement, Hezbollah said it struck an Israeli ammunition transport vehicle on the outskirts of Yahmar al-Shaqif with an Ababil drone, claiming a confirmed hit.

Israeli Airstrikes Continue in Gaza

AL-MAYADEEN:

  • Three Palestinians, including a child, were killed and several others wounded in an Israeli airstrike targeting a group of civilians in Jabalia refugee camp in northern Gaza.
  • The network also reported injuries following an Israeli strike on a residential apartment in the Tel al-Hawa neighborhood southwest of Gaza City.
  • Israeli warplanes later carried out two additional airstrikes on Tel al-Hawa.

Gaza Health Ministry Reports Daily Casualty Toll

GAZA HEALTH MINISTRY: Nine Palestinians were killed and 43 wounded over the past 24 hours, according to the ministry’s daily update.

No Casualties Reported in Latest Israeli Strike on Iran

IRANIAN RED CRESCENT: The organization said no deaths or injuries were recorded as a result of the latest Israeli attack on Iran.

Iraq Reopens Airspace

IRAQI CIVIL AVIATION AUTHORITY: The authority announced the reopening of Iraqi airspace to all flights.

Trump and Netanyahu Hold Another Call

CHANNEL 12: Channel 12 reported that US President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu held a new phone conversation.

Lavrov Criticizes UN Leadership

SERGEY LAVROV: Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said the principles of the UN Charter should be applied without selectivity and argued that the current UN Secretary-General is not fulfilling that standard.

Mon, Jun 8, 4:05 PM (Palestine Time)

Several Massacres across Gaza as Israeli Attacks Kill Civilians from Gaza City to Khan Yunis

At least nine Palestinians were killed and dozens wounded in a series of Israeli attacks across the Gaza Strip over the past 24 hours.

Several Massacres across Gaza as Israeli Attacks Kill Civilians from Gaza City to Khan Yunis

Mon, Jun 8, 2:05 PM (Palestine Time)

Hezbollah Reports Drone Strike near Beaufort Castle

HEZBOLLAH: Islamic Resistance said it targeted an Israeli military communications vehicle in the vicinity of Beaufort Castle with an Ababil drone, claiming a confirmed hit.

Trump: Sanctions Will Remain Until Final Agreement

DONALD TRUMP: US President Donald Trump said the blockade will remain fully in force until a final agreement is reached.

Iran Reports Air Defense Activity and Counterterrorism Operations

MEHR: Mehr News Agency reported that Iranian air defenses were activated in the central city of Yazd to confront hostile targets.

IRANIAN INTELLIGENCE:

  • Iranian intelligence authorities said five alleged terrorists were killed and 19 others arrested before they could carry out suicide attacks, assassinations, and operations aimed at destabilizing security.
  • The agency also reported that one intelligence officer was killed and another wounded in a suicide bombing.

FARS: Fars News Agency reported that Iranian air defenses intercepted and destroyed a hostile drone west of Tehran.

Iranian Officials Vow Continued Confrontation

ALAEDDIN BOROUJERDI: Iranian parliamentarian Alaeddin Boroujerdi said Tehran considers US sanctions an illegal measure and will continue to confront them.

KHATAM AL-ANBIYA HEADQUARTERS:

  • The headquarters said Iran and resistance forces in the region will remain steadfast under all circumstances.
  • It stated that recent operations inflicted significant losses on the enemy and that the latest wave of attacks targeted sensitive and important sites in Israel.

TASNIM:

  • Tasnim News Agency, citing a military source, reported that Iran is prepared for a prolonged conflict with Israel and has made the necessary preparations to target American interests if required.
  • The source added that upcoming developments will demonstrate that Israeli and American calculations were mistaken and that Iran does not abandon its allies.

MAJID IBN REZA:

  • Acting Defense Minister Brigadier General Majid Ibn Reza said Iran will continue defending its interests and security until the aggressor is punished.
  • He added that Israel is closer than ever to decline and collapse.

Hamas Calls for Unified Response

HAMAS:

  • Hamas said the attacks on Gaza, Lebanon, and Iran constitute an assault on the entire nation and called for greater unity and solidarity in response.
  • The movement praised the Iranian and Yemeni responses to Israeli actions in Lebanon and said stopping Israeli attacks across Gaza, the West Bank, Jerusalem, and Lebanon has become an urgent priority.

Israeli Strike Kills Civilians in Jabalia

AL-MAYADEEN:

  • Two Palestinians were killed in an Israeli airstrike targeting a group of civilians in Jabalia in northern Gaza.
  • The network later reported additional casualties following another Israeli attack on civilians in the Jabalia refugee camp.
Mon, Jun 8, 12:35 PM (Palestine Time)

Israel Shuts Gaza Crossings, Halts Aid after Iranian Retaliation

Israel closed all Gaza crossings following Iranian strikes, cutting aid supplies as humanitarian conditions continue to deteriorate.

Israel Shuts Gaza Crossings, Halts Aid after Iranian Retaliation

Mon, Jun 8, 12:35 PM (Palestine Time)

Iranian Source: 'Infrastructure for Infrastructure' Policy Remains in Effect

AL-MAYADEEN:

  • A senior Iranian security source told Al-Mayadeen that Iran’s “infrastructure for infrastructure” equation remains firmly in place and is not limited solely to Israel.
  • The source stressed that all parties should take Iran’s warnings seriously and understand Tehran’s determination to enforce this policy.
  • The same source said US claims of non-involvement in the latest Israeli attack on Iran do not align with known facts.
  • According to the source, statements by the Trump administration reflect concern over a possible Iranian response and the consequences for American interests and military bases in the region.

Iran Details Missile Types Used in Recent Attacks

FARS:

  • Fars News Agency, citing an informed military source, reported that Iran used a combination of Emad, Qadr-F, and Kheibar Shekan missiles in its latest attacks.
  • The source said Iran also deployed the latest generation of Kheibar Shekan missiles during the overnight strikes.
  • Fars added that the ballistic missiles used can reach speeds of approximately Mach 9 during their terminal phase, making interception significantly more difficult.

No Explosion at Shiraz Airport

MEHR: Mehr News Agency reported that no explosion occurred at Shiraz Airport in southwestern Iran.

Hezbollah Announces Attack near Beit Yahoun

HEZBOLLAH: Islamic Resistance said it targeted a gathering of Israeli military vehicles and soldiers on the outskirts of the town of Beit Yahoun with missiles.

Drone Strike Reported in Khan Younis

AL-MAYADEEN: A drone strike targeted civilians in Khan Younis in the southern Gaza Strip, according to Al-Mayadeen’s correspondent.

Mon, Jun 8, 11:42 AM (Palestine Time)

Iran Reports Air Defense Activity over Tehran

MEHR: Mehr News Agency reported that Iranian air defenses destroyed what it described as an enemy drone belonging to the “American-Zionist enemy” over Tehran.

AL-MAYADEEN: Al-Mayadeen’s correspondent reported that Iranian air defense systems intercepted hostile targets in the skies above Tehran.

IRANIAN TV: Iranian television reported an explosion in western Tehran and said air defense systems were activated in the capital.

IRGC Claims Military, Security, and Cyber Operations

IRGC INTELLIGENCE: The intelligence arm of the Revolutionary Guard said intensive military, security, and cyber operations were carried out overnight against targets in Israel.

IRGC Warns of Escalation against Energy Infrastructure

IRGC:

  • The Revolutionary Guard accused Israel of expanding attacks to civilian targets and the energy sector.
  • It warned that attacks on Iranian oil and petrochemical facilities could lead to strikes on energy infrastructure throughout the region.
  • The IRGC said it targeted similar industrial facilities in Haifa with missile attacks in response to an attack on an Iranian petrochemical plant.

Two Palestinians Killed in Khan Younis Drone Strike

AL-MAYADEEN:

  • Two Palestinians were killed in an Israeli drone strike targeting a group of civilians in Khan Younis in the southern Gaza Strip.
  • The network also reported that the strike specifically targeted civilians in the city.

China Calls for Restraint

CHINESE FOREIGN MINISTRY:

  • China said it is deeply concerned by the renewed fighting and warned that further escalation serves neither side.
  • The Foreign Ministry called on all parties to fulfill their commitments and avoid a broader confrontation.
Mon, Jun 8, 11:32 AM (Palestine Time)

‘Operation Victory’: Iran Strikes Key Israeli Air Bases as Yemen Enters the Battle

Iran launched Operation Victory against Israeli air bases as Yemen expanded military operations and imposed a Red Sea blockade.

‘Operation Victory’: Iran Strikes Key Israeli Air Bases as Yemen Enters the Battle

Mon, Jun 8, 10:44 AM (Palestine Time)

IRGC Announces Launch of 'Operation Victory'

IRGC:

  • The Revolutionary Guard said all combat and operational units are fully prepared to conduct large-scale operations across multiple fronts and that operational plans have already been prepared.
  • The IRGC announced that its Aerospace Force had begun “Operation Victory,” targeting what it described as key facilities at the Nevatim and Tel Nof air bases.

Iranian Missile Barrages Trigger Nationwide Alerts

IRANIAN TV: Iranian television reported missile attacks targeting areas in southern and central occupied Palestine.

ISRAELI HOME FRONT COMMAND: The Home Front Command reported new missile launches toward central Israel and later said missiles had been detected heading toward Tel Aviv and Jerusalem.

ISRAELI MEDIA:

  • Sirens sounded in Tel Aviv and its surroundings, Jerusalem, Beersheba, settlements surrounding Gaza, and areas across northern and central Israel.
  • Additional reports said missiles were detected heading toward southern Israel, including Beersheba and nearby areas.
  • Press reports described loud and continuous explosions across occupied Palestine following the barrage.

Conflicting Reports over Source of Missile Launches

ISRAELI MEDIA:

  • Some Israeli outlets reported that missiles were launched from Iran toward central Israel.
  • Other Israeli reports said the missile that triggered alerts was launched from Yemen and was aimed at central Israel.

ISRAELI MILITARY: The military said it detected a missile launch from Yemen toward Israel.

Damage and Injuries Reported

SETTLER MEDIA: Settler platforms reported damage to five buildings in the Itamar settlement east of Nablus after an Iranian missile reportedly fell in the area.

ISRAELI MEDIA: Israeli media reported injuries among settlers after a missile struck a settlement in the occupied West Bank.

CHANNEL 12: Channel 12 reported that rockets and shrapnel fell in Beit Shemesh west of Jerusalem and in Beersheba.

Israeli Authorities Tighten Emergency Measures

ISRAELI HOME FRONT COMMAND:

The Home Front Command suspended studies nationwide, including high school examinations, and ordered the closure of beaches.

Stabbing Attack Reported near Bethlehem-Jerusalem Checkpoint

ISRAELI MEDIA: Israeli media reported a stabbing attack near the Tunnels checkpoint between Bethlehem and occupied Jerusalem.

Palestinian Group Praises Iranian Response

PALESTINIAN MUJAHIDEEN MOVEMENT: The movement praised Iran’s missile response, describing it as retaliation for the Israeli attack on Beirut’s southern suburbs.

Yemeni Armed Forces to Issue Statement

YEMENI ARMED FORCES: The Yemeni Armed Forces announced that an important statement would be delivered at 9:00 a.m. Jerusalem time.

Chris Murphy Criticizes Trump

CHRIS MURPHY:

  • US Senator Chris Murphy said the renewed war reflected a failure of US leadership.
  • Murphy argued that President Donald Trump had lost control of events and said the conflict had become a humiliation for both Trump and American power.

Xi Jinping Begins Visit to North Korea

XINHUA: Chinese President Xi Jinping began an official visit to North Korea.

Mon, Jun 8, 10:32 AM (Palestine Time)

Gaza: Hind Rajab’s Last Phone Call and Sweden’s Silence

Hind Rajab never heard the debates in Stockholm. She never knew the names of Ministers, Benjamin Dousa and Ulf Kristersson. She was six years old. She wanted someone to save her.

Gaza: Hind Rajab’s Last Phone Call and Sweden’s Silence

Mon, Jun 8, 10:31 AM (Palestine Time)

Explosions Reported across Iran

IRANIAN TV:

  • Iranian television reported explosions in Tehran, Tabriz, and Isfahan.
  • The broadcaster later said there were no casualties from the Israeli attack on Isfahan.

Israel Reimposes Emergency Restrictions

ISRAELI HOME FRONT COMMAND:

  • The Home Front Command announced the renewal of emergency restrictions and said educational institutions will remain closed.
  • Authorities also instructed residents to remain close to shelters amid expectations of further missile attacks.

Israel Launches Strikes on Iran

ISRAELI ARMY: The Israeli military said the Air Force, acting on intelligence guidance, carried out strikes on military targets in western and central Iran.

ISRAELI MEDIA: Israeli media reported that warplanes launched missiles from airspace over Iraq.

IRGC: Israel Used Air-Launched Ballistic Missiles

IRGC:

  • The Revolutionary Guard said Israel used air-launched ballistic missiles during its attacks on Iranian territory.
  • The Guard also announced the targeting of what it described as the headquarters of a terrorist group in Sulaymaniyah, Iraq.

White House Denies Involvement

WHITE HOUSE: The White House said the United States was not involved in the Israeli attack on Iran.

Trump Warns of Consequences if Talks Fail

DONALD TRUMP: US President Donald Trump said that if negotiations fail, Washington would either maintain sanctions on Iran or pursue further military measures in the region.

Iranian Officials Reaffirm Support for Lebanon

AL-MAYADEEN:

  • Ali Safari said Iran will not abandon Lebanon, its resistance, or its people, describing this as a commitment guided by Iran’s leadership.
  • Zeroual told Al-Mayadeen that Iran had been close to launching attacks against Israel on two separate occasions in recent weeks.

Saudi Arabia Issues Early Warning

REUTERS: Reuters reported that Saudi Civil Defense issued an early warning in Al-Kharj Governorate and activated sirens amid concerns over potential regional threats.

Explosions Heard in Iraq

AL-MAYADEEN: An explosion of unknown origin was reported across parts of Baghdad, according to Al-Mayadeen’s correspondent.

Lebanon Reports Calm Despite Missile Activity

AL-MAYADEEN:

  • A cautious calm prevailed in Beirut and its southern suburbs overnight, with no attacks reported.
  • The network said explosions heard over Lebanon appeared to be linked to missiles launched toward Iran from warships.
  • Israeli airstrikes also targeted the town of Zifta in the Nabatieh district of southern Lebanon.

Oil Prices Surge Following Reports of Strikes

REUTERS: Brent crude futures jumped sharply following reports of explosions in Tehran, rising above $94 per barrel and later reaching approximately $95.76 per barrel.

Mon, Jun 8, 1:22 AM (Palestine Time)

Iranian Officials Express Deep Skepticism toward US Intentions

AL-MAYADEEN:

  • Ali Safari, an adviser to the Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson, and Iranian official Zeroual told Al-Mayadeen that Iran remains deeply skeptical of US intentions due to what they described as repeated violations of agreements and ceasefire commitments.
  • They argued that if Washington is serious about negotiations, attacks on Lebanon and violations against Iran must stop.

Iran: Lebanon Must Be Included in Any Ceasefire

AL-MAYADEEN:

  • Zeroual said Lebanon is an essential component of the ceasefire framework and that any agreement should have been implemented there simultaneously with Iran.
  • He added that Israeli attacks continued despite Iranian warnings against strikes on Beirut’s southern suburbs.
  • According to Zeroual, Iran’s recent military actions constituted a defensive response under international law and the UN Charter, both in defense of Iran and in support of Lebanon.

Iran Warns of Escalation if Diplomacy Fails

AL-MAYADEEN:

  • Zeroual said Iran would treat any future Israeli attack on Iran as a joint American-Israeli action.
  • He warned that if the diplomatic track fails, Iran is prepared to enter a new phase of confrontation and possesses the capabilities necessary to continue the conflict.
  • Safari said the region has reached a critical juncture where either the war continues or a memorandum of understanding is reached.

Velayati: Resistance Axis Capable of Closing Strategic Sea Routes

ALI AKBAR VELAYATI:

  • Senior adviser to Iran’s Supreme Leader Ali Akbar Velayati said the resistance axis has the capability to close major maritime routes.
  • Velayati warned against miscalculations regarding security in the Bab al-Mandab Strait and said Israel’s actions in Beirut had triggered what he described as the first phase of Iran’s sequential response.

Iran Blames Washington for Regional Escalation

IRANIAN FOREIGN MINISTRY: The Foreign Ministry said the US administration bears direct responsibility for Israeli violations of the ceasefire and for any escalation across the region.

Iran Reports Strike on Armed Group Headquarters in Northern Iraq

IRANIAN TV: Iranian television reported the targeting of what it described as the headquarters of a terrorist group in Sulaymaniyah in northern Iraq.

IRAQI KURDISTAN: Al-Mayadeen reported that two explosions were heard in Sulaymaniyah.

Flights Suspended at Tehran Airport

IRANIAN TV: The Civil Aviation Organization announced the suspension of all flights at Imam Khomeini Airport in Tehran until further notice.

Mon, Jun 8, 12:13 AM (Palestine Time)

Iran Says No Attack Occurred on Its Territory

IRANIAN TV:

  • Iranian state television said no attack had occurred anywhere in Iran.
  • The broadcaster added that sounds heard in Tabriz were related to a test of the country’s air defense systems.

Netanyahu and Trump Hold Call Following Escalation

ISRAELI MEDIA: Israeli media reported that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is currently speaking with US President Donald Trump.

Trump Urges Restraint, Says US Was Not Informed of Beirut Strike

AXIOS:

  • Trump told Axios that he hopes Israel will not retaliate.
  • He added that the United States is very close to reaching a final agreement with Iran and does not want current developments to derail those efforts.
  • According to Axios, Trump said he would call Netanyahu and ask him not to respond.

FOX NEWS: Trump also said the Israeli strikes on Beirut’s southern suburbs were not coordinated with the United States.

Iranian Officials Warn Against Further Escalation

ALI AKBAR AHMADIAN: Ali Akbar Ahmadian, representative of Iran’s Supreme Leader on the Defense Council, said that “the resounding voice of the Iranian people is heard in the skies of Tel Aviv.”

AL-MAYADEEN:

  • A senior Iranian source told Al-Mayadeen that Iran has repeatedly warned the American-Israeli alliance against violating the ceasefire agreement and has acted on those warnings.
  • The source said Iran remains committed to supporting its allies in Lebanon and will not abandon that commitment.
  • Another senior Iranian source warned that any renewed military action by the United States or Israel would trigger a new and more intense phase of confrontation in the region.

Araqchi Holds Talks with Turkish and Pakistani Officials

ABBAS ARAQCHI: Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said he held separate phone conversations with Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan and Pakistan’s Army Chief.

Hezbollah Announces Attack near Beaufort Castle

HEZBOLLAH: Islamic Resistance said it targeted a gathering of Israeli soldiers in the vicinity of Beaufort Castle with a barrage of rockets and artillery shells.

Yemen Signals Coordination within Resistance Axis

YEMENI FOREIGN MINISTRY: The Foreign Ministry in Sana’a said the “axis of resistance” remains in continuous coordination to confront any developments in the region.

Iraq Closes Airspace

IRAQI CIVIL AVIATION AUTHORITY: The authority announced the closure of Iraqi airspace for 72 hours.

Sun, Jun 7, 11:03 PM (Palestine Time)

‘More Crushing Blows’: Iran Unleashes Missile Barrages, Threatens Wider War over Lebanon

Iran launched new missile waves against Israel and warned that continued attacks on Lebanon could unleash broader escalation.

‘More Crushing Blows’: Iran Unleashes Missile Barrages, Threatens Wider War over Lebanon

Sun, Jun 7, 11:03 PM (Palestine Time)

Iranian Officials: 'The Response Has Been Delivered'

MAJID MOUSAVI: The commander of the IRGC Aerospace Force said: “The promise has been fulfilled.”

MOHSEN REZAEI: Senior military advis y new action against Iran would be met with a more severe response and higher costs.

Trump Urges Iran to Return to Negotiations

DONALD TRUMP:

  • US President Donald Trump called on Iran to return to the negotiating table and reach an agreement.
  • Speaking to Fox News, Trump said: “What I suggest to Iran is that you have launched your missiles, and that is enough.”

IRGC: Missile Strike Was a Warning

IRGC:

  • The Revolutionary Guard said its latest operation was intended as a warning and cautioned that any further attacks would trigger a broader response against American and Israeli targets across the region.
  • The IRGC reiterated that its acceptance of the ceasefire was conditioned on a ceasefire across all fronts.
  • It said the missile operation was carried out in response to what it described as Israeli attacks in southern Lebanon, the southern suburbs of Beirut, and other areas.
  • According to the statement, ballistic missiles targeted the Ramat David airbase, which Iran said had been used to launch Israeli attacks on Lebanon.

Rocket Impact Reported near Haifa

ISRAELI MEDIA:

  • Initial reports indicated that a rocket fell in Kfar Yehoshua, southeast of Haifa.
  • Sirens sounded again across large areas of northern Israel following the missile barrage.

Hezbollah Announces Drone Attack near Naqoura

HEZBOLLAH: Islamic Resistance said it targeted an Israeli military position near the port of Naqoura with a squadron of attack drones.

Sun, Jun 7, 10:52 PM (Palestine Time)

‘Our Armed Forces Are Ready’: Iran Escalates Warning as Israel Bombs Beirut

Iran warned US and Israeli assets are legitimate targets after a deadly Beirut strike and continued attacks on Lebanon.

‘Our Armed Forces Are Ready’: Iran Escalates Warning as Israel Bombs Beirut

Sun, Jun 7, 10:26 PM (Palestine Time)

Iran Launches New Missile Barrage toward Israel

MEHR: Mehr News Agency reported the launch of a second wave of missiles toward Israel.

Sirens Sound across Northern Israel

ISRAELI MEDIA:

  • Israeli media reported additional missile barrages targeting northern Israel.
  • Strong explosions were heard across northern areas as air defense systems responded to the attack.
  • Sirens sounded in dozens of locations across northern Israel, including Haifa, the Galilee, and the occupied Golan Heights.

Israeli Army Confirms Iranian Missile Launch

ISRAELI ARMY:

  • The Israeli army said it detected missile launches from Iran toward Israeli territory.
  • It stated that air defense systems were operating to intercept the incoming threats and urged residents to follow Home Front Command instructions.

Explosions Reported in Central Israel

CHANNEL 14:

  • Channel 14 reported hearing explosions in central Israel amid the Iranian missile attack.
  • Israel on Alert for Possible Hezbollah Response after Beirut Strike

ISRAELI ARMY: The army announced it is preparing for the possibility of attacks against Israeli territory in the coming hours following the Israeli strike on Beirut.

CHANNEL 13:

  • Channel 13, citing an unnamed source, reported that Israel has placed its forces on heightened alert in anticipation of a possible Hezbollah response.
  • The report added that the Israeli Air Force has increased the deployment of fighter jets and drones over Lebanese airspace.

Sun, Jun 7, 8:53 PM (Palestine Time)

Iranian Officials Reaffirm Support for Lebanon

GHOLAM HOSSEIN MOHSENI EJEI:

  • Iran’s judiciary chief said the relationship between Iran and the Lebanese people is founded on shared principles and sacrifices and will remain strong even during difficult periods.
  • Ejei described the Lebanese resistance as a symbol of honor, steadfastness, and determination.

MOHAMMAD REZA AREF:

  • Iranian Vice President Mohammad Reza Aref said Iran is capable of surprising its adversaries if they make strategic miscalculations.
  • Aref added that Iran’s current defense capabilities cannot be compared to those of earlier periods of conflict.

Hezbollah Says Drone Jamming System Targeted

HEZBOLLAH: Islamic Resistance said it targeted a Drone Dome drone-jamming system in the vicinity of Beaufort Castle with a drone strike.

Israeli Shelling Targets Nabatieh al-Fawqa

AL-MAYADEEN: Israeli artillery shelling targeted the town of Nabatieh al-Fawqa in southern Lebanon.

Israeli Gunfire Reported East of Gaza City

AL-MAYADEEN: Gunfire from Israeli military vehicles was reported east of the Al-Tuffah neighborhood, northeast of Gaza City.

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