Date: June 26, 2025
Source: www.u.af
A deadly 12-day conflict between Iran and Israel, which began on June 13, has resulted in significant casualties and drawn international concern. Official reports confirm 610 fatalities in Iran and more than 4,746 injuries, while 28 people have died in Israel.
One survivor, Seyyed Hamidian, described the devastation:
“I was changing my clothes when the airstrike began. Suddenly, something massive struck the building—windows shattered, and it felt like the whole structure collapsed. I haven’t seen my wife and daughter since.”
On the diplomatic front, U.S. President Donald Trump, speaking during the NATO summit in The Hague, announced that Israel had halted planned airstrikes on Iran. He described the recent military strikes on Iran’s nuclear facilities as a strategic win for the United States.
U.S. Vice President JD Vance added,
“We successfully eliminated Iran’s nuclear infrastructure without any American casualties. That’s the result of decisive American leadership.”
In response, Iran’s parliament has suspended cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). Parliamentary Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf stated that the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran would halt collaboration until nuclear facility security is guaranteed, pledging to continue peaceful nuclear development with renewed urgency.
Global leaders have welcomed the announcement of a ceasefire. The United Nations, Turkey, and others have urged both nations to respect international law and avoid further escalation.
UN spokesperson Stéphane Dujarric said,
“The Secretary-General calls on all Member States to fulfill their obligations under international law and the UN Charter.”
Meanwhile, BRICS nations condemned the attacks on Iran’s nuclear sites, labeling them as violations of international law. They have renewed calls for the establishment of a nuclear weapons-free zone in the Middle East.
