US-Israel Iran War Live Updates

Following reports that a US C-130 aircraft was damaged in a rescue operation for a crew member from a downed F-15, an Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps spokesperson has revealed that Iranian forces successfully targeted and destroyed not one, but two US C-130 military planes, along with two Black Hawk helicopters, in the southern region of Isfahan.

In a daring display of military prowess, the United States has successfully completed a multi-day rescue operation to recover the second crew member of an F-15E Strike Eagle fighter jet that was downed over Iran. According to President Donald Trump, the mission was one of the most audacious search and rescue operations in US history, with the rescued airman now accounted for and safe. The operation, which involved a coordinated effort from dozens of aircraft and special forces, culminated in the recovery of the second crew member, who had been located behind enemy lines.

Since the commencement of hostilities, Bahrain’s Defence Force has successfully thwarted 466 drone and 188 missile attacks originating from Iran. Meanwhile, the country has been hit by two separate attacks today, resulting in fires at a Gulf Petrochemical Industries Co operational unit and an oil storage facility owned by Bapco Energies. Fortunately, both blazes were swiftly brought under control.

Reports from the ground indicate that the Israeli military has launched a surprise assault on the southern outskirts of Beirut, following a warning to evacuate the Ghobeiry neighborhood earlier in the day.
Eyewitnesses describe the sound of warplanes flying at low altitude over the Lebanese capital, a persistent presence that has been heard for several minutes.

Residents of a specific neighbourhood in Beirut’s southern suburbs have been instructed by the Israeli military to vacate their homes in anticipation of an impending attack. According to a statement from Arabic language spokesman Avichay Adraee, the targeted area includes a building marked in red on a map, which is allegedly adjacent to a facility linked to Hezbollah. Adraee shared the map on X, highlighting the building in question, although no concrete evidence was provided to support the claim.

In a stark warning, Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, the head of the World Health Organisation, sounded the alarm over the escalating threat to Iran’s nuclear facilities, particularly the Bushehr nuclear power plant, following a recent US-Israeli strike in the vicinity.

The strike has heightened concerns that a nuclear accident could occur, resulting in devastating health consequences that would affect generations to come, Tedros cautioned on social media platform X. As the conflict intensifies, the risks and threats continue to mount, he noted.

The International Atomic Energy Agency has confirmed that a projectile struck near the power plant, claiming the life of one of the site’s staff members who was killed by falling debris. The Bushehr plant, Iran’s sole operational nuclear power facility, is situated in the city of Bushehr, home to a population of 250,000 people, and serves as a critical industrial and military hub for the country.

A statement from the Iranian Parliament’s Speaker, Mohammad Ghalibaf, has emerged, echoing his long-standing criticism of US and Israeli involvement in the conflict. The claim is supported by footage from state television, which appears to show the downing of a C-130 aircraft and two Black Hawk helicopters. The Khatam al-Anbiya military Joint headquarters has also issued a statement, attributing the destruction of enemy aircraft in southern Isfahan to a response to the enemy’s attempt to rescue its downed pilots. According to Iranian officials, this development represents a significant victory, underscoring the effectiveness of their air defense system. However, this narrative contrasts with US assertions that Iran’s air defenses are lacking. The situation remains highly volatile, with Washington issuing warnings of potential infrastructure attacks in the coming days and hours.

Yahya Saree, the Houthi military’s chief spokesperson, has publicly acknowledged responsibility for a missile strike targeting Israel’s Ben Gurion airport in Jaffa, citing the deployment of drones and cluster munitions in the operation.

A hazardous materials incident unfolded at Israel’s Ben Gurion airport after a package began emitting smoke upon arrival, sources close to Ynet news revealed. As a precautionary measure, all airport personnel were swiftly evacuated from the premises. The situation is currently being closely monitored to determine the composition of the substance and facilitate its safe removal.

Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf has taken to X, sharing a photograph that he claims depicts the remnants of a US aircraft downed by Iranian forces. This comes after Fars news agency reported that a US C-130 class aircraft, part of a search operation for a missing American airman, was reportedly destroyed by a police commando unit.