Global News Podcast Israel strikes Iran: World leaders urge restraint
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Jun 13, 2025 
Nomiya Iqbal, a correspondent in Washington, discusses the alarming rise in tensions between Israel and Iran following Israel's recent airstrikes. Over 100 drones were launched at Israeli targets, with many intercepted. Iqbal delves into the international response and the implications for regional stability. The conversation also touches on the impact of these conflicts on air traffic and emergency measures, alongside a tragic update from a plane crash, shedding light on the human cost of these geopolitical crises.
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Israel's Strategic Airstrikes on Iran
- Israel's Operation Rising Lion targeted Iran's nuclear and military sites with 200 fighter jets.
- The strategy includes assassinations and missile strikes to hinder Iran's military response capabilities.
Iran's Drone Retaliation and Proxies
- Iran launched over 100 drones at Israel, many intercepted, signaling an ongoing conflict.
- Israel expects retaliatory attacks via Iranian proxies but considers their threat diminished.
Global Response to Tensions
- International leaders urge restraint amid escalating Israeli-Iranian conflict.
- The IAEA closely monitors strikes on Iran's nuclear sites, concerned about safety and contamination risks.
