The US attacked Iran’s nuclear sites on Saturday in a mission called Operation Midnight Hammer, using over 125 aircraft and a smart decoy plan. General Dan Caine said seven stealth B-2 bombers dropped massive 30,000-pound bombs on Fordow and Natanz, while missiles hit Isfahan. The strike began at 6:40 pm ET and ended in just 25 minutes. A US submarine also fired over 24 Tomahawk missiles. Bombers flew from Missouri and returned safely. “No shots were fired at our planes,” said Caine. The mission was the longest B-2 flight since 9/11. The US aimed to stop Iran’s nuclear threat quickly. (PC: AP)

Russia and China have condemned the US airstrikes on Iran’s nuclear sites, calling them a “dangerous escalation” and a threat to global peace. “It is already clear that a dangerous escalation has begun,” said Russia’s foreign ministry. China said the attack “seriously violates the UN Charter” and urged all sides to “cease attacks and begin dialogue”. Iran’s foreign minister, Abbas Araghchi, said, “They crossed a very big red line by attacking our nuclear facilities.” He will visit Moscow to meet President Putin. President Trump defended the strikes, saying Iran “must now agree to end this war”, but Tehran vowed to resist. (PC: Reuters)

  Russian Security Council Deputy Chair Dmitry Medvedev cautioned that several countries stand ready to offer Iran their nuclear warheads following U.S. bombing of Iranian nuclear sites on June 22, calling into question America’s strike effectiveness . He mocked President Trump’s hopes for a Nobel, stating the raids caused little damage to Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan facilities . Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi announced he’ll meet Putin in Moscow and warned that diplomacy is off the table after U.S. aggression had crossed a “big red line”. (PC: AP)  

Iran has used its biggest missile, Khorramshahr-4, to hit Israel after US jets bombed three nuclear sites in Iran. The missile has a 2,000-km range and can carry a 1,500-kg warhead. Iran fired at least 40 missiles, with some hitting northern Tel Aviv. A shopping centre, bank, and salon were damaged. At least 11 people were hurt. A man said his home was destroyed, but he survived because he was away. Streets were blocked as rescue teams cleared debris. Iran’s state TV showed old footage of the missile, claiming it was used in the attack. Tension remains high in the region. (PC: AFP)

Iran’s FM Abbas Araghchi condemned recent U.S. and Israeli strikes, stating they “blew up” negotiations, asking rhetorically, “How can Iran return to something it never left?” He accused Israel of derailing U.S.–Iran nuclear talks on June 13, then the U.S. of undermining Iran–EU discussions on June 22 . Araghchi warned any response would align with Iran’s national security priorities. His comments came after coordinated missile attacks on Fordo, Natanz, and Isfahan nuclear facilities. Europe had urged Iran back to the table, but Tehran insists it stayed at it—despite military disruptions. (PC: AFP)

Following U.S. airstrikes on Iranian nuclear facilities, airlines continue avoiding airspace over Iran, Iraq, Syria, and Israel, per FlightRadar24 . Flights are rerouted via the Caspian Sea (north) or Egypt and Saudi Arabia (south), inflating fuel consumption, crew costs, and travel times . Singapore Airlines cancelled its Singapore–Dubai flights, and carriers like El Al, Arkia, and Israir suspended rescue operations through June 27 due to soaring security risks . Aviation authorities and OPSGROUP warn pilots of heightened danger from missile/drone activity in the region .  

Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi declared on June 20 that Iran would only resume diplomatic talks once Israel halted its “aggression” and was held accountable, accusing Israel of derailing ongoing nuclear dialogue . His remarks came ahead of meetings with European ministers in Geneva, where no breakthrough was achieved; Europe remains open to talks, but Iran insists a ceasefire must come first . Meanwhile, military exchanges intensify: Israel continues strikes on Iranian nuclear and military sites, while Iran retaliates with missile and drone attacks. The UN and IAEA warn against targeting nuclear facilities. (PC: India Today)

Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi announced he’ll meet Russian President Putin in Moscow Monday, after the U.S. bombed three Iranian nuclear sites overnight. Speaking at the OIC summit in Istanbul, Araghchi condemned the U.S. strikes—coordinated with Israel—as a "gross violation" of international law and a red line, invoking Iran’s right to self‑defence under Article 51 of the UN Charter. Dmitry Medvedev, former Russian president, accused the U.S. of launching a new war and argued the strikes failed, warning that Iran’s enrichment and nuclear development will continue. He further claimed that "a number of countries are ready to directly supply Iran with their own nuclear warheads," without naming them.

Pakistan has strongly condemned recent U.S. strikes on Iran’s nuclear sites, calling them violations of international law that endanger regional stability. The condemnation comes just days after Pakistan’s army chief, General Asim Munir, backed former U.S. President Donald Trump for a Nobel Peace Prize following his mediation role in ending the May India–Pakistan skirmish. Islamabad views American action against Iran as contravening principles of sovereignty and warns such strikes could destabilize the Middle East. The support for Trump’s peace efforts alongside denunciation of U.S. aggression highlights Pakistan’s balancing act amid shifting global alliances.

Israel and Iran have entered a full-scale air war since June 13, targeting military and nuclear infrastructure. Israel struck key sites including Fordow, Natanz, Isfahan and Tehran, killing senior IRGC and Quds Force commanders – including Saeed Izadi – and severely degrading Iran's missile launch and centrifuge capabilities. In retaliation, Iran launched hundreds of missiles and drones at Israeli cities such as Tel Aviv, Haifa, and Beersheba, causing dozens of civilian casualties and widespread injury. President Trump confirmed U.S. strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities and offered Tehran a two‑week window for talks. With diplomacy stalled in Geneva, de‑escalation calls from the UN, EU, Russia, Turkey, and China remain unheeded as both sides dig in.