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Israeli fighter jets struck Quds Force command centers in Tehran, escalating hostilities with Iran. Iran retaliated with missile attacks on central Israel, causing multiple casualties. Civilian deaths in Iran have surged past 230 as Israeli airstrikes expand to nuclear and oil targets. Tehran refuses ceasefire talks until completing its military response.

Key Points: Israel Strikes Quds Force HQ in Tehran as Iran Conflict Escalates

  • Israeli jets hit 10 Quds Force sites in Tehran
  • Iran retaliates with ballistic missiles killing 4 in Israel
  • Over 230 Iranian civilians dead in Israeli strikes
  • Tehran rejects ceasefire talks amid ongoing bombardment
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Israel pounds Quds Force Headquarters in Tehran as conflict intensifies

Israeli airstrikes hit Quds Force command centers in Tehran as Iran retaliates with missile attacks, escalating tensions amid rising civilian casualties.

"The Air Force attacked Quds Force headquarters in Tehran under precise intelligence guidance. – IDF"

Tel Aviv, June 16

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) on Monday announced that Israeli Air Force fighter jets struck Quds Force command centres in Tehran, intensifying the already deadly confrontation between Israel and Iran.

The attacks, the IDF said, were carried out using "precise intelligence" and targeted facilities involved in orchestrating terrorist activities against Israel.

"The Air Force attacked Quds Force headquarters in Tehran. Air Force fighter jets attacked the headquarters of the Quds Force of the Revolutionary Guards and the Iranian army, under precise intelligence guidance from the Intelligence Department," the IDF posted on X.

"In these headquarters, Quds operatives planned terrorist acts against Israel through the Iranian regime's branches in the Middle East," the post added.

An illustrative graphic released by the Israeli military indicated that 10 sites were hit in the operation.

The Quds Force is an elite unit within Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC), which Israel claims is responsible for foreign military operations and known for its support of proxy groups like Lebanon's Hezbollah.

Meanwhile, Iran retaliated by launching ballistic missiles into central Israel, killing at least four people and wounding dozens more.

The Magen David Adom emergency service said it transported 87 people to medical facilities. Among the wounded were a woman with severe facial injuries and five individuals in moderate condition. The remaining 81 sustained minor injuries.

On the Iranian side, the civilian toll continued to climb. After four consecutive nights of Israeli airstrikes, Iran's Health Ministry confirmed that at least 230 people had been killed, with roughly 90 per cent of the casualties being civilians.

Despite rising death tolls, Iran has declined ceasefire negotiations while under active Israeli bombardment.

Tehran reportedly told mediators Qatar and Oman that any serious dialogue could only begin after Iran concludes its full-scale military response to the Israeli pre-emptive attacks.

Israel has claimed that its strikes have not only hit high-profile military targets but also dealt significant damage to Iran's nuclear infrastructure.

According to Israeli officials, numerous top military commanders and atomic scientists were killed in the targeted strikes.

Overnight, the Israeli military struck more than 80 targets in Tehran. The operation, which initially focused on nuclear and military facilities, expanded to include oil infrastructure and government buildings.

On Sunday, Israeli forces destroyed two major fuel depots in Tehran and launched strikes in Ahvaz, located in the oil-rich province of Khuzestan.

Other key targets included the headquarters of Tehran's police and defence ministry, as well as a defence-related facility in Isfahan.

- IANS

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Rajesh K.
This escalating conflict is worrying for global stability. While Israel has security concerns, the civilian casualties in Iran are heartbreaking. India should maintain its balanced diplomacy - we have good relations with both nations and can play a mediating role. 🇮🇳
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Priya M.
The Quds Force has been involved in activities near our borders too. While violence is never the answer, Israel's actions highlight the dangers of unchecked proxy warfare. Hope our government is watching carefully - our national security comes first!
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Amit S.
Both sides need to de-escalate immediately! So many innocent lives lost. Remember when India and Pakistan were at this stage? War only brings suffering. The international community must step in before this becomes another Syria.
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Sunita R.
The precision strikes show Israel's military capability. But attacking nuclear facilities? That's playing with fire! This could have catastrophic consequences for the entire region. India should prepare contingency plans for oil supply disruptions.
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Vikram J.
Iran's proxies have caused trouble in our neighborhood too. But 90% civilian casualties? That's unacceptable by any standard. Israel should show restraint - their security concerns don't justify this level of destruction. Both sides need to come to the table.
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Neha P.
The timing is suspicious - right when global attention was shifting to other crises. Now oil prices will shoot up again 😠 India should accelerate its renewable energy plans and reduce dependence on Middle East oil. Atmanirbhar Bharat is the need of the hour!

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