

Democracy Now! 2025-06-13 Friday
6 snips Jun 13, 2025
Ilhan Omar, U.S. Representative, discusses the Trump administration's drift toward authoritarianism and its impacts on civil liberties. Jan Eglund shares urgent insights on humanitarian crises exacerbated by USAID cuts, while Trita Parsi examines the escalating tensions between Israel and Iran. Gideon Levy sheds light on the emotional turmoil in Israel amidst military actions in Gaza and critiques the government's handling of the conflict. Together, they explore the interconnectedness of social justice, military actions, and the need for accountability.
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Israel's Major Strikes in Iran
- Israel's military launched extensive strikes in Iran killing high-ranking military and nuclear figures.
- This could delay Iran's response while intensifying regional destabilization fears.
Impact of Targeting Top Leaders
- Israeli strikes targeted top Iranian military and nuclear leaders, disrupting command heavily.
- Similar tactics in Lebanon weakened Hezbollah's response capabilities, which may repeat against Iran.
Netanyahu's Strategy Gains Support
- Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu's strikes align with his long-term goal of undermining Iran.
- This boosts his domestic popularity despite uncertainties about broader conflict outcomes.