The ongoing conflict between Israel and Iran has prompted President Trump to announce a potential military decision regarding strikes on Iran within the next two weeks. Amid increasing military actions, including Israeli strikes on Iranian nuclear sites, both nations continue to suffer collateral damages. Iranian state media highlights their resistance, while international talks are underway in Geneva.
Tensions Escalate as Trump Delays Decision on Potential Iran Attack
Tensions Escalate as Trump Delays Decision on Potential Iran Attack
As the conflict between Israel and Iran intensifies, President Trump announces he will decide on a possible military strike within two weeks, amid ongoing missile exchanges and military operations.
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Current time in Jerusalem: 12:21 a.m. June 20
Tehran: 12:51 a.m. June 20
Live Updated: June 19, 2025, 5:05 p.m. ET
In a significant escalation of regional tensions, President Trump stated on Thursday that he would make a decision on a potential military strike against Iran within "the next two weeks.” His comments come amidst the backdrop of intensified exchanges of missile attacks between Israel and Iran.
European officials, largely left out of the ongoing conflict, are expected to engage Iranian representatives in Geneva on Friday, seeking to exert some influence over the volatile situation. Meanwhile, the Israeli military continues its campaigns against certain Iranian targets, including missile launch locations and nuclear facilities.
In a briefing, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt confirmed that Trump is considering military options while remaining open to ongoing negotiations with Iran. The U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations, Steve Witkoff, has kept communication lines open with Iranian officials, though previous discussions about nuclear agreements fell apart following escalated attacks.
In Israel, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu declared that the country has enough operational capability to engage independently in strikes against Iran, although he noted the United States remains a crucial ally. The military has resumed extensive operations targeting Iranian missile and nuclear sites, particularly highlighting operations against facilities at Arak and Natanz.
On Thursday, an Iranian missile attack struck the Soroka Medical Center in Beersheba, marking a severe escalation and raising concerns about civilian safety. Amidst the fallout from these strikes, international attention has turned toward the potential for broader consequences, including significant shifts in U.S. involvement.
Experts confirm that Israel's military operations have severely impacted Iran's ability to launch attacks. However, Iranian officials assert their resilience, continuing to develop and maintain missile capabilities, while the country faces ongoing cyberattacks and internal strife.
This crisis has led to a deep entrenchment of public fears in both nations. Civilians in Iran report drastic shortages of goods and increasing uncertainty as missile exchanges rumble on. Battered by economic strain, many Iranians are fleeing Tehran, attempting to escape the turmoil of an escalating war.
As both nations prepare for the next unpredictable moves in this conflict, the situation remains precarious, with global implications as international negotiations loom on the horizon.
Current time in Jerusalem: 12:21 a.m. June 20
Tehran: 12:51 a.m. June 20
Live Updated: June 19, 2025, 5:05 p.m. ET
In a significant escalation of regional tensions, President Trump stated on Thursday that he would make a decision on a potential military strike against Iran within "the next two weeks.” His comments come amidst the backdrop of intensified exchanges of missile attacks between Israel and Iran.
European officials, largely left out of the ongoing conflict, are expected to engage Iranian representatives in Geneva on Friday, seeking to exert some influence over the volatile situation. Meanwhile, the Israeli military continues its campaigns against certain Iranian targets, including missile launch locations and nuclear facilities.
In a briefing, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt confirmed that Trump is considering military options while remaining open to ongoing negotiations with Iran. The U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations, Steve Witkoff, has kept communication lines open with Iranian officials, though previous discussions about nuclear agreements fell apart following escalated attacks.
In Israel, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu declared that the country has enough operational capability to engage independently in strikes against Iran, although he noted the United States remains a crucial ally. The military has resumed extensive operations targeting Iranian missile and nuclear sites, particularly highlighting operations against facilities at Arak and Natanz.
On Thursday, an Iranian missile attack struck the Soroka Medical Center in Beersheba, marking a severe escalation and raising concerns about civilian safety. Amidst the fallout from these strikes, international attention has turned toward the potential for broader consequences, including significant shifts in U.S. involvement.
Experts confirm that Israel's military operations have severely impacted Iran's ability to launch attacks. However, Iranian officials assert their resilience, continuing to develop and maintain missile capabilities, while the country faces ongoing cyberattacks and internal strife.
This crisis has led to a deep entrenchment of public fears in both nations. Civilians in Iran report drastic shortages of goods and increasing uncertainty as missile exchanges rumble on. Battered by economic strain, many Iranians are fleeing Tehran, attempting to escape the turmoil of an escalating war.
As both nations prepare for the next unpredictable moves in this conflict, the situation remains precarious, with global implications as international negotiations loom on the horizon.
