Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 04:48am on 23 Jun 2025,Monday International
Israel and Iran exchanged missile attacks over the past 24 hours, intensifying regional tensions. Iran launched 27 ballistic missiles at Israeli cities, damaging residential areas in Tel Aviv, Haifa, Nes Ziona, and Rishon Lezion. In retaliation, Israel deployed 20 fighter jets targeting missile facilities, radar systems, and launchers across Tehran, Kermanshah, and Hamedan. The Israeli military later declared the immediate threat over. Meanwhile, Brent crude oil prices jumped over 3% amid fears of supply disruption. The US State Department issued a global security alert, urging citizens to exercise caution due to heightened anti-US sentiments following recent military actions. (PC: EPA, Reuters)
