Iran-Israel Conflict Enters Fourth Consecutive Day: At Least 224 Dead in Iran, 23 in Israel

Iran-Israel Conflict Enters Fourth Consecutive Day: At Least 224 Dead in Iran, 23 in Israel
[Tehran, June 16, 2025] — The ongoing conflict between Iran and Israel is becoming increasingly deadly, with rising casualties on both sides. According to Iran’s Health Ministry, at least 224 people have been killed and more than 500 injured in Iran since the mutual strikes began on Friday.

Israeli authorities reported that eight people were killed on Monday night following Iranian attacks on residential areas in Tel Aviv, Haifa, and several other cities.
The Israeli Prime Minister's Office and state media have confirmed that the total death toll in Israel since Friday has now reached 24.
Health officials said that around 300 people have been hospitalized.

Key Infrastructure Targeted

In Iran, the Ministry of Justice building sustained severe damage from Israeli airstrikes. Meanwhile, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu claimed that an attack on Iran’s Isfahan nuclear facility, located in the southern region of the country, has significantly hindered Iran’s nuclear development efforts.

Escalating Threats and Warnings

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian issued a stern warning:

“If the attacks do not stop, Israel will face even harsher retaliation.”

Conversely, Netanyahu stated:

“Iran will pay a heavy price for targeting and killing Israeli civilians.”

In a related development, Iran announced the arrest of two individuals suspected of being connected to Mossad, Israel’s intelligence agency.

International Reactions and Diplomatic Efforts

World leaders are calling for a peaceful resolution to the escalating crisis.
U.S. President Donald Trump stated:

“The Iran-Israel conflict will soon be calmed.”

He also mentioned that he is working in full coordination with Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu.

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer called for renewed international diplomatic engagement to de-escalate tensions.

Nuclear Talks in Jeopardy

President Pezeshkian has warned that

“If Israel’s attacks do not stop, nuclear negotiations will no longer proceed.”

In response to the crisis, the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has convened an emergency meeting in Vienna on Monday, where discussions will focus on the recent strikes on Iran’s nuclear facilities and the subsequent diplomatic and security challenges.