Operation Rising Lion

17 Jun

US Deploys Fighter Jets to Middle East as Israel-Iran Conflict Deepens

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsWorld NewsIsrael Iran war, Operation Rising Lion, Pentagon deployment, US fighter jets Middle East

Washington, June 17, 2025 – The United States has begun moving fighter jets and additional military assets to strategic locations in the Middle East amid intensifying conflict between Israel and Iran, officials confirmed on Monday.The decision comes as Israel’s air campaign against Iran enters its second week, triggering fears of a wider regional war. US defense officials stated that the movement of jets is aimed at deterring further escalation and protecting American troops and assets stationed across the region.According to Pentagon sources, the reinforcements include F-35 and F-15 fighter aircraft, supported by refueling and intelligence-gathering units. These jets are expected…

13 Jun

Israel Strikes Iran in ‘Operation Rising Lion’; Iran Retaliates with Drone Barrage as Leaders Killed, Nuclear Sites Hit

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National Times Bureau, June 13: In a dramatic escalation that has drawn global concern, Israel launched a massive preemptive air assault on Iran’s nuclear and military infrastructure under “Operation Rising Lion” early June 13. The operation marks one of the largest military actions against the Islamic Republic in over four decades.The Israeli offensive targeted around 100 high-value sites across Iran, including Natanz, Khondab, and Fordow nuclear enrichment facilities, as well as ballistic missile depots and air defense systems. Nearly 200 Israeli aircraft, drones, and cyber units executed the simultaneous strikes, dealing a significant blow to Tehran’s nuclear ambitions.Among those killed…