Israel-Iran Conflict Intensifies: Death Toll Rises as Missiles Fly

Israel and Iran Exchange Attacks Amidst Heightened Tensions The conflict between Israel and Iran intensified on June 15, 2025, with Israel launching a new wave of strikes against Iranian targets, including the capital, Tehran. These attacks, which targeted both military and energy infrastructure, followed days of escalating violence. Iranian officials reported at least 224 deaths and over 1,000 injuries in the initial attacks. In response, Iran launched ballistic missiles at Israel, some of which successfully evaded Israeli air defenses. Israeli officials confirmed damage and casualties, with at least 13 civilians reported killed in Rehovot, a city south of Tel Aviv. "It is natural that war has its own stress," said Shokouh Razzazi, a Tehran resident, in an interview featured in a recent video report. "But I will not leave my city." Another resident, Rahimeh Mohammadian, expressed sadness over the events but stated, "I am not thinking about storing food. I am thinking more about how we will succeed and how we must respond to the other side." The video footage shows the devastation caused by the attacks, with images of collapsed buildings and emergency personnel working amidst the rubble. The scenes highlight the human cost of the conflict and the fear and uncertainty felt by civilians in both countries. The conflict underscores the ongoing regional tensions and the need for diplomatic solutions.