Today in Focus ‘A declaration of war’: Israel’s strike on Iran – Today in Focus Extra
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Jun 13, 2025 Julian Borger, Senior international correspondent with The Guardian, reports from Jerusalem on the unprecedented Israeli strike on Iran's nuclear facilities. He details the ambitious military operation involving 200 jets and high-ranking targets. The podcast dives into the existential threat perceived by Israel and the shifting role of U.S. involvement. As tensions heighten, Borger discusses global reactions, including U.S. diplomatic evacuations, and explores the uncertain regional dynamics that could lead to further conflict.
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Israel's Multi-Target Strike Strategy
- Israel's strikes targeted multiple high-value sites and figures, including nuclear facilities and top commanders.
- This combines widespread damage with precise targeting to cripple Iran's military and nuclear capabilities.
Largest Ever Israeli Strike on Iran
- This strike is vastly larger in scale and variety compared to previous airstrikes on Iran.
- The focus on the uranium enrichment plant indicates Israel is aiming to halt Iran's nuclear program.
Israel Warns of Imminent Nuclear Threat
- Israel believes Iran is nearing nuclear weapon capability and using talks to buy time.
- They claim Iran has begun steps toward weaponizing enriched uranium, raising existential concerns.