Iran’s Rocket Barrage Kills 13 in Israel, Including 3 Children
Over 200 rockets rain down overnight; Israeli government confirms 380 injured, with 9 in critical condition
Edem Latsu Nukafu eljourno 
The Israeli government has confirmed that 13 people, including three minors, have died following a massive rocket attack launched by Iran overnight, marking one of the deadliest escalations between the two nations in recent years.
According to official sources, over 200 rockets were fired into Israeli territory, resulting in 22 confirmed impact sites and extensive damage in multiple regions.
● Hundreds Injured in Overnight Attack
In a statement released on Sunday, June 15, Israeli authorities also reported that at least 380 individuals sustained injuries, with nine of them currently in critical condition.
Emergency medical services and defence forces were on high alert throughout the night, as rescue operations continued into the early morning hours.
“The scale of the attack was unprecedented,” a senior Israeli defence official told CNN. “We’re still assessing the full extent of the damage.”
● Rising Middle East Tensions
The overnight strike represents a dangerous new chapter in the ongoing conflict between Iran and Israel. It follows weeks of mounting rhetoric and regional unease, particularly after recent reports of Israeli strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities.
Analysts have warned that the situation could spiral into a broader regional conflict if immediate diplomatic steps are not taken.
“This could mark a major turning point,” one Middle East expert noted. “The involvement of civilians and the high death toll may draw international intervention.”
● Global Reactions Expected
The international community has yet to respond formally, but global leaders are expected to weigh in as the humanitarian toll becomes clearer.
Meanwhile, Israel’s national security council is set to convene an emergency meeting to consider its response options — with retaliation appearing almost certain.
As the region braces for possible further escalation, the world watches anxiously, hoping for de-escalation in what is fast becoming a high-stakes geopolitical crisis.
