Iran Crisis: al Jazeera Reports on Israeli Airstrikes
The ongoing conflict between Iran and Israel has sparked widespread concern, with millions of Iranians displaced and a growing humanitarian crisis. The international community must take immediate action to address the situation and prevent further escalation, while also ensuring that those responsible for the violence are held accountable for their actions.
Iran is facing a severe crisis after a series of Israeli airstrikes began on June 13, 2025, targeting various areas across the country, resulting in the deaths of dozens of civilians and top military commanders, and injuring many more, with the US providing military support to Israel, further escalating the conflict.
The Iranian government has imposed internet restrictions, disconnecting 97% of the country's connectivity, making it difficult for citizens to access information about the extent of the strikes. This has not only hindered the country's economy but also caused millions of Iranians to flee their homes, seeking refuge in the northern provinces, which are considered safer. The government has set up checkpoints and shelters, but the situation remains uncertain, with many worried about the future and the potential for further attacks.
The conflict has left 90 million Iranians in a state of uncertainty, frustration, and anger, with many struggling to maintain hope for a semblance of normal life. The situation is further complicated by the country's already strained economy and the lack of access to information due to the internet restrictions. The international community, including UN experts, has condemned the Israeli military attacks, stating that they violated fundamental principles of international law, including the prohibition of the use of force against the territorial integrity of any state.
As the situation continues to escalate, the international community is urged to take principled and coordinated action to uphold international law and prevent further escalation. The experts have also called on the international community to respect ongoing international proceedings against Israel for genocide, war crimes, and crimes against humanity, and to stop supplying arms to Israel, in an effort to bring an end to the violence and restore peace to the region.