

Iran and Israel exchange heavy strikes for fourth day
25 snips Jun 16, 2025
Damien McGuinness, a BBC correspondent based in Berlin, shares insights into the escalating conflict between Iran and Israel, where military strikes have reached alarming levels. He discusses the significant casualties and the urgent international response to the violence. The podcast also sheds light on the geopolitical ramifications and the humanitarian crises unfolding in both countries, creating a somber backdrop against the ongoing military dynamic.
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Israel Controls Tehran Skies
- Israel claims control over Tehran's skies after strikes destroy significant Iranian missile capabilities.
- The conflict is intensifying with heavy missile exchanges causing casualties on both sides.
Bat Yam Residents Support Defense
- Residents of Bat Yam recount shock and destruction from Iranian missile strikes hitting civilian neighborhoods.
- Despite losses, many support Israel's defense against Iranian threats and view the strikes as necessary.
Fear Among Iranians Amid Strikes
- Iranians endure missile attacks without advanced defense systems, causing fear and disruption.
- Many recall the Iran-Iraq war; unlike Israel, civilians lack shelters or alarms, deepening vulnerability.