Tehran’s Air Defense Activated During Iran’s Third Wave of Missile Strikes on Israel
Tehran-In the early hours of Saturday morning (June 14, 2025), Tehran’s air defense systems were reactivated following the launch of Iran’s "third wave of missile attacks on Israel."Multiple sources reported that air defense systems in northeastern, central, and eastern Tehran (including Khan-i-Abad, Naziabad, and Haft Tir district) were deployed to intercept Israeli projectiles.
Weezharoz-Explosions and Drone Activity in Tehran Residents of central and eastern Tehran reported hearing loud explosions and military aircraft (referred to as “MK” in Lebanese sources). Some sources linked the sounds to operations targeting Israeli drones.
Authorities urged citizens to avoid staying on rooftops due to the risk of falling debris from damaged aircraft. Non-essential travel was also discouraged.
Third Wave of Iranian Strikes on Israel
Concurrently with Tehran’s air defense activation, Iran’s third missile operationcodenamed “True Promise 3″commenced against Israel:
Israeli media confirmed Iranian missiles struck a 50-story building in Tel Aviv’ causing “unprecedented destruction.”
Israel’s Channel 13 reported dozens of buildings and vehicles destroyed.
At least 40 civilians were hospitalized in Tel Aviv, with one in critical condition.
Israeli emergency services reported people trapped under rubble.
Hebrew-language sources cited 300 missiles fired in two salvos, targeting airbases, the Ministry of Defense, and strategic sites in Haifa, Tel Aviv, and Jerusalem.
International Reactions and Developments Germany issued a travel advisory warning citizens to avoid the entire Persian Gulf region (including UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Jordan).
Iran claimed it destroyed 2 Israeli F-35 fighter jets an assertion unconfirmed by Israel.
Israeli sources indicated senior officials had been moved to underground bunkers.
Operational Updates Flights from Imam Khomeini International Airport were suspended indefinitely, and Iranian airspace was closed.
Rescue teams deployed in Tehran and Tel Aviv to evacuate casualties and extinguish fires.
Background
The escalation follows Israel’s strike on nuclear facilities in Natanz and the martyrdom of several Iranian military officials (including IRGC commanders). Iran’s Leader stated: “The Zionist regime must await severe punishment.”
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