Tensions between Israel and Iran continue to escalate as both sides exchange strikes in the midst of their ongoing conflict. As of Friday, June 20, 2025, new diplomatic efforts are being made to address the situation. Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi is set to travel to Geneva for talks with European counterparts, including the United Kingdom, France, and Germany.
In a positive development, Iran has announced its cooperation with India to facilitate the return of approximately 1,000 stranded Indian nationals from Iran. This will be done through three special flights starting on Friday night.
The Israeli military reported on Thursday, June 19, 2025, that Iran had used a missile with multiple warheads during the conflict. This new development presents a significant challenge to Israel’s air defense systems, such as the Iron Dome, as they now have to track and intercept multiple warheads simultaneously.
The ongoing conflict between Israel and Iran has already resulted in a significant loss of life. According to the Washington-based group Human Rights Activists, at least 657 people have been killed and 2,037 others have been wounded in the past week of Israeli strikes on Iran.
As the situation continues to unfold, the international community is closely monitoring the developments and working towards finding a peaceful resolution to the conflict. British Foreign Minister David Lammy is also expected to play a key role in nuclear talks with Iran in Geneva, further highlighting the importance of diplomatic efforts in de-escalating tensions between the two nations.
