⚔️ Iran & Isral war Conflict Overview
- Operation Rising Lion began on 13 June 2025, when Israel launched preemptive strikes deep into Iran targeting nuclear facilities (Natanz, Fordow, Isfahan), military sites, leadership residences, and scientists. High-ranking IRGC officials—including Major Generals Salami and Bagheri—and nuclear scientists were reportedly killed
- Iran retaliated in kind: launching over 100 drones and potentially up to 1,000 ballistic missiles at Israeli urban centers; estimates are that ~90 % were intercepted.
- On 22 June, the U.S. launched Operation Midnight Hammer, using bunker-buster bombs and Tomahawks to strike the same nuclear sites Israel had targeted. This significantly damaged Natanz, Fordow, and Isfahan.
💔 Human Toll & Civilian Impact
Iran: Reported civilian casualties range from 610 (health ministry) to 935–1,190 (independent activists) with thousands injured. Widespread damage to hospitals, ambulances, and infrastructure was reported
Israel: Confirmed around 28 deaths, with over 3,200 injured. Major infrastructure—including a wing of the Soroka hospital—was hit by Iranian missiles
🤝 Ceasefire & Aftermath
A fragile ceasefire was brokered on 24 June with U.S. mediation. Hostilities have paused, though tensions persist across the region.
Key news on Iran‑Israel war & aftermath
House to vote on Trump’s big policy bill as Johnson vows to ‘get it over the line
House Republicans race toward a final vote on Trump’s tax bill, daring critics to oppose
Trump tax-cut plan returns to US House, Republicans divided on bill
House Debate: Republicans Split
Fiscal Conservatives: Concerned about ballooning deficits—warn the bill is fiscally irresponsible.
Moderates: Oppose cuts to healthcare & social programs, especially Medicaid and food aid.
Pro-Trump Wing: Pushes full support; claims it’ll grow the economy and secure re-election wins.
Bottom Line
Trump’s tax plan is highly ambitious but politically risky. Deep internal GOP divisions—between deficit hawks, moderates, and Trump loyalists—could make or break it. All eyes now turn to whether Speaker Mike Johnson can unify Republicans before a critical vote this week.
