In the early hours of June 13, 2025, Israel launched a massive, multi-phase airstrike—codenamed Operation Rising Lion—against key Iranian nuclear facilities, military infrastructure, and the homes of senior officials

In the early hours of June 13, 2025, Israel launched a massive, multi-phase airstrike—codenamed Operation Rising Lion—against key Iranian nuclear facilities, military infrastructure, and the homes of senior officials

In the early hours of June 13, 2025, Israel launched a massive, multi-phase airstrike—codenamed Operation Rising Lion—against key Iranian nuclear facilities, military infrastructure, and the homes of senior officials. Explosions rocked Tehran and other cities, with major sites like the Natanz enrichment complex and Khondab nuclear facility targeted. Among the casualties were top Iranian military leaders, including IRGC commander Hossein Salami and Armed Forces Chief of Staff Mohammad Bagheri, as well as prominent nuclear scientists. Israel declared a state of emergency, anticipating Iranian retaliation, while the United States and other countries quickly distanced themselves, urging restraint.

This unprecedented escalation comes at a critical moment, with nuclear negotiations between Iran and the U.S. stalled and the International Atomic Energy Agency recently declaring Iran non-compliant with its nuclear obligations. Oil prices surged and global markets reacted nervously, underscoring the broader risks of the conflict.

How does this affect Russia? Time will tell. But for now, the Israeli-Iranian crisis has pushed news about the Ukraine conflict off the front pages of mainstream media worldwide. And, of course, higher oil prices triggered by the Israeli strike on Iran could benefit Russia significantly.

During today’s interview with Fox News, President Trump revealed he had advance knowledge of Israel’s military actions against Iran. He suggested that several Iranian leaders would not survive the operation, while also expressing cautious optimism about the prospect of renewed diplomacy.

Trump noted that he has been in frequent contact with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in recent days. He reiterated his administration's position that Iran must be prevented from acquiring nuclear weapons, while leaving open the possibility of future negotiations.

"Iran cannot have a nuclear bomb and we are hoping to get back to the negotiating table. We will see. There are several people in leadership that will not be coming back," Trump said during the interview.

It is also known that the Iran issue was discussed during Trump’s recent conversation with President Vladimir Putin. It is not unreasonable to suggest that Russia may play a role in resolving the conflict.

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