On June 13, 2025, Israel launched “Operation Rising Lion,” a massive airstrike campaign against Iran, resulting in the deaths of top military commanders and nuclear scientists. Here’s a full breakdown of what happened.
In the early hours of June 13, 2025, the Middle East witnessed one of the most significant escalations in years as Israel launched coordinated airstrikes across multiple Iranian cities, targeting military bases, nuclear research facilities, and the homes of high-ranking officials. The strikes were part of “Operation Rising Lion,” an Israeli military campaign aimed at crippling Iran’s nuclear capability and dismantling its military leadership structure.
The operation has left both Iran and the international community in shock as news of multiple high-profile deaths and widespread destruction continues to unfold.
| Name | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| Gen. Hossein Salami | Commander of IRGC | Top military strategist |
| Maj. Gen. Mohammad Bagheri | Chief of Armed Forces | Oversaw defense strategy |
| Gen. Gholam Ali Rashid | IRGC Commander | Key military planner |
| Fereydoon Abbasi | Nuclear Physicist | Former AEOI head |
| Mohammad Mehdi Tehranchi | Senior Scientist | Advisor in nuclear R&D |
| Abdolhamid Minoucher | Nuclear Strategist | Infrastructure architect |
Russia and China: Condemned the attacks as a violation of international law.
In a proactive move, the Kenyan government has unveiled a new digital platform designed to safeguard its citizens seeking employment overseas, aiming to combat fraudulent recruitment practices and ensure the welfare of migrant workers amidst a rising trend of Kenyans pursuing international job opportunities.
As Kenya grapples with intense protests over the death of blogger Albert Ojwang, disturbing reports and viral videos are emerging, suggesting that organized groups of "goons" or hired thugs are actively attacking peaceful demonstrators, often with the apparent tacit approval, or even direct protection, of uniformed police officers.
Widespread protests demanding justice for blogger Albert Ojwang, who died in police custody, intensified across Kenya yesterday, leading to at least one fatality and numerous injuries amidst clashes with police and counter-demonstrators. A police officer has been arrested following a viral video showing the shooting of an unarmed vendor.
