3 Things The Catch Up: 19 June
Jun 19, 2025
Dive into the latest headlines as global tensions escalate with evacuations of Indian students from Tehran. President Trump weighs in on Pakistan's influence in regional stability. Meanwhile, Israeli military actions against Iran are in full swing, accompanied by President Putin's comments on the resilience of Iranian leadership. This week's events are a whirlwind of international intrigue and high-stakes diplomacy.
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Operation Sindhu Evacuation Success
- India's Operation Sindhu evacuated 110 Indian students from Tehran amid rising Israel-Iran tensions.
- Some students were injured during strikes; India advised nationals in Iran to stay in touch with embassies.
Munir's Influence Praised by Trump
- US President Trump praised Pakistan Army Chief General Munir for preventing war escalation with India.
- Hosting Munir without civilian leaders shows the Pakistan Army Chief's strong influence.
Escalating Israel-Iran Military Strikes
- Israeli military struck Iranian nuclear sites near Iraq and Natanz in early morning raids.
- Iran retaliated with missile strikes on Israeli medical and residential buildings causing damage but no casualties.