The World of Beasts and the Lie of Justice – Middle East Monitor

As Israeli air strikes continue in Tehran, many residents have fled, while others remain amidst fear and shortages, grappling with the aftermath of a devastating attack that has killed at least 224 people. Long queues for supplies and visible damage characterize the city, where a mix of defiance and resilience persists as residents await the next developments. Need More Context? 🔎

US President Donald Trump expressed a desire for a "real end" to the Israel-Iran conflict as clashes escalated, with Israeli strikes killing senior Iranian commanders and Iran retaliating with missile attacks. Amid international calls for de-escalation, both sides continue their military actions, while Trump warned Iran against targeting US assets, and the G7 leaders urged a ceasefire and resolution to the crisis. Need More Context? 🔎

IDF says Natanz centrifuges may not be destroyed, only site aboveThe IDF has revised its previous claims, suggesting that the underground centrifuges at Natanz may still be intact following a military strike, contradicting earlier assertions of their destruction. This development raises questions about the accuracy of the assessments regarding Iran's nuclear capabilities and the implications for regional security. Need More Context? 🔎

The Palestinian Media Forum condemned Israel's bombing of the Iranian Radio and Television Corporation building, calling it a violation of international laws protecting journalists and media institutions. The Forum urged the international community to take action against Israel's repeated attacks on the press, expressing solidarity with affected media personnel and reaffirming the importance of conveying the truth. Need More Context? 🔎

Israel's military conflict with Iran has revealed significant advantages for Israel, which has gained air superiority over Tehran, targeting Iranian air defenses and command structures effectively. Despite Israel's advances, Iran retains a formidable missile arsenal and potential for retaliation, complicating the situation as regional tensions rise and the risk of broader conflict involving allied groups and Western interests persists. Need More Context? 🔎

ReutersFriday night saw Israel and Iran exchange a barrage of air strikesFor now the fighting between Israel and Iran seems restricted to the two nations. At the United Nations and elsewhere there have been widespread calls for restraint. But what if they fall on deaf ears? What if the fighting escalates and expands? Here are just a few possible, worst-case scenarios.America gets dragged inFor all the US denials, Iran clearly believes American forces endorsed and...