Israel strikes Iran in retaliation for Iranian attacks
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- Iranian media reported explosions in Tehran, Tabriz and Isfahan.
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- 06/08/2026June 8, 2026Here's what you need to know about the latest escalationIf you're only joining us now, here's a recap of what happened over the weekend:
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Iranian media reported explosions in Tehran, Tabriz and Isfahan. Iran had conducted what it called "warning" strikes on Israel over Israeli attacks on the Lebanese capital Beirut. Follow DW for more.
https://p.dw.com/p/5Eyvr The strikes are believed to be the first since an April ceasefire brought the fighting between Iran, Israel and the US to a halt [FILE: Mar 7, 2026]Image: Sasan/MEI/SIPA/picture alliance Advertisement Skip next section What you need to know What you need to know Israel said it conducted strikes on Iran It comes after Iranian strikes on Israel The Israeli military had vowed to strike Iran 'as soon as the order is given' Trump has said he would urge Israel not to strike Iran Read below for a roundup of news related to the Iran war and the wider Middle East on Monday, June 8, 2026.
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