Tensions in Middle East Rise:
In a show of dramatic escalation, Iran fired ballistic missiles at a US military base in Qatar and the Israeli cities of Beersheva in what resulted in the loss of lives and mass panic. Soon after the strikes,
Kuwait declared a complete shutdown of its airspace on grounds of its national security and the possibility of the spillover effect. The war that temporarily experienced a ceasefire has now taken a turn of fatal prospects as speculations swirl as to what Iran will do next and this may include some of the major international airlines such as
Qatar Airways. Intelligence indications warn that Iran is monitoring routes used by allied air traffic in the Gulf with the help of radar. This is what we have been able to establish.
Iran Fires Missiles on Qatar & Israel, Kuwait Closes Airspace | Iran's Next Target?
Ceasefire Declared (And Disputed):
On June 23, 2025, U.S. President Trump declared a U.S.- and Qatar-mediated complete and total ceasefire.
The ceasefire was to commence at midnight Tuesday EST ( 7:00 AM Tehran time June 24) and implemented in phases:
Iran would stop its attacks 12 hours (Noon EST / 7:00 PM Tehran time) after the beginning.
Israel would stop the attacks after 24 hours of commencement (Midnight EST, June 24 / 7:00 AM Tehran time, June 25).
The announcement was reposted in the White House, and Trump allegedly obtained agreement of Israeli PM Netanyahu. Qatar took an important mediation role.
The Conflicted Stance of Iran:
The U.S. has been quoted as being signaled by a senior Iranian official that it will accept the ceasefire with Iran also agreeing to cease attacks provided Israel would cease airstrikes by the original deadline (7:00 AM Tehran time).
Nevertheless, at 4:16 AM Tehran time on June 24 Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has clearly stated that no agreement was reached.
The Iranian state TV would later say that the ceasefire had commenced.
Violations Ongoing Hostilities:
Missile fire was seen following the first deadline of the ceasefire (7:00 AM Tehran time):
Iran fired missiles killing 3 and injuring 8 people in Israel, Beer Sheva.
Iran launched 19 missiles at the Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar at least 1 of which struck the base (no casualties reported).
Israel has not explicitly stated anything regarding the ceasefire itself, but has made threats of missile barrages by Iran post deadline. Barrages are said to continue.
Israel’s silence:
Israel is yet to make any official statement on whether or not the ceasefire agreement is true. Its UN mission kept quiet.
Russia, China and Pakistan were demanding a resolution at the UN that the previous U.S. attacks on Iranian nuclear facilities (June 21) were condemned and that an immediate cease fire take place. This would be vetoed by the U.S..
It is mentioned that the U.S. Bombing of nuclear sites on June 21 contributed to ease the negotiations of the ceasefire.
Present Predicament & Consequences
Agreement vs. Implementation: According to numerous reports (including social media posts citing Reuters and White House leadership), an agreement in principle was reached, but it is quite unclear and controversial whether and how it will be implemented.
Ceasefire Not Being Observed: The fact that Iran has undertaken a missile attack even after the proposed initial deadline (7:00 AM Tehran time) is obvious violation of the terms announced. This proves that the ceasefire is not fully established as on the morning of June 24.
Causes of doubt: The difference comes in the fact that Iran denied initially, Israel did not confirm, the implementation seems to have been phased which created confusion and above all military action is still ongoing.
High Stakes & Fragility: Things are very explosive and delicate. The strikes against an American facility increase the stakes. With the violations, the success of the ceasefire is now in doubt. The situation can either be escalated or there are chances of quick diplomacy to rescue the deal.
By June 24, 2025 (morning), there is on paper a cease fire agreement between Israel and Iran, brokered by Qatar and the U.S., which has substantially collapsed in reality.
The fact that Iran is in denial and more importantly, its refusal to cease missile firing since the agreed date as well as the fact that Israel has not spoken up and reports of further barrages is an indication that hostilities are actively taking place despite the truce announced.
The case requires an emergency diplomatic action to save the ceasefire, however, the current reality is that of continuing conflict and a failed initial implementation. The control is necessary.
Iran Fires Missiles on Qatar & Israel, Kuwait Closes Airspace | Iran's Next Target?
Tensions in the Middle East are increasing: In an unprecedented move, Iran fired ballistic missiles at a US military base in Qatar and Israeli cities such as Beersheva, resulting in several deaths and a panic.
Kuwait declared a complete shutdown of their airspace a few days after the strikes because of national security and regional spillover. The war that has witnessed a brief ceasefire has now become even more dangerous with speculations rising over the potential targets of Iran which could include major airlines in the world as
Qatar Airways. Intelligence indicates that Iran has put its radar on the airways used by its allies in the Gulf. This is what we have got.
The next probable Iranian Airspace or Airline Targets (According to Defense Analysts)
Iran launches Missiles on US Base in Qatar
Target: Al Udeid Air Base (home to the US troops)
Damage: Moderate structural, no US fatalities known
Answer: Increased US and NATO surveillance
Beersheva, Israel struck by Iranian Missiles
Impact: Death of civilians: report
State of emergency declared in Southern Israel
Ministry of Israeli defense confirms ceasefire break
Kuwait Shuts Airspace
All flights landing/taking off cancelled
Nationwide warning level is declared to be RED
The term: Until further notice because of regional missile threats
Which countries have stopped flights and shut airspace?
Middle East Flight Status Report (as of June 24, 2025)
Saudi Arabia
| Detail | Status |
|---|---|
| Main Airports | Riyadh (RUH), Jeddah (JED), Dammam (DMM), Madinah (MED) |
| International Flights | Suspended or rerouted on many routes |
| Domestic Flights | Operating with potential delays |
| Dammam Airport | Operational with rerouting |
| Main Reason | Missile threat from Iran |
United Arab Emirates (UAE)
| Detail | Status |
|---|---|
| Main Airports | Dubai (DXB), Abu Dhabi (AUH), Sharjah (SHJ) |
| International Flights | Operational with reroutes/delays |
| Domestic Flights | Minimal – normal operations |
| Main Airlines | Emirates, Etihad, FlyDubai, Air Arabia |
| Status Note | Flights resumed after brief halt |
Qatar
| Detail | Status |
|---|---|
| Main Airport | Doha Hamad International (DOH) |
| International Flights | Operational, earlier disruption due to missile threat |
| Airspace | Temporarily closed, now reopened |
| Qatar Airways | Some routes still delayed/canceled |
Bahrain
| Detail | Status |
|---|---|
| Main Airport | Bahrain International Airport (BAH) |
| International Flights | Operational with high alert |
| Domestic Flights | N/A |
| Impact Area | Routes toward Iran, Israel, Yemen |
Kuwait
| Detail | Status |
|---|---|
| Main Airport | Kuwait International Airport (KWI) |
| International Flights | Resumed cautiously after airspace closure |
| Airspace | Was closed temporarily |
Jordan
| Detail | Status |
|---|---|
| Main Airport | Amman Queen Alia International (AMM) |
| International Flights | Operational with some route monitoring |
| Domestic Flights | Minimal |
Lebanon
| Detail | Status |
|---|---|
| Main Airport | Beirut Rafic Hariri Airport (BEY) |
| International Flights | Rescheduled with delays |
| MEA Routes | Rescheduled flights to/from UAE, Saudi, Qatar |
Egypt
| Detail | Status |
|---|---|
| Main Airports | Cairo (CAI), Alexandria (HBE) |
| International Flights | Operational with minor delays |
Turkey
| Detail | Status |
|---|---|
| Main Airports | Istanbul (IST), Ankara (ESB) |
| International Flights | Operational, monitoring routes |
Iran-Israel War 2025: Fact-Checked Report of Missile Attacks
This article provides a verified, step-by-step overview of the Iranian missile attacks on Israel in June 2025, highlighting which cities were affected, casualty statistics, and the scale of destruction.
| City | Fatalities | Injuries | Major Damage | Key Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bat Yam | 9 | ~200 | 61+ buildings damaged | Worst hit city with residential block destruction |
| Be’er Sheva | 4–5 | Dozens | Soroka hospital, homes hit | Missile strike caused evacuation of hospital |
| Tel Aviv | 0 | Multiple | Mossad HQ vicinity, residential towers | Shrapnel injuries and fire outbreaks |
| Ramat Gan | 0 | Several | Residential complexes damaged | Central urban damage |
| Haifa | 0 | 7+ | Fires, infrastructure damage | Secondary missile wave impact |
| Kiryat Gat | 0 | 1 | Moderate damage | Isolated incident |
| Rehovot | 0 | Several | Weizmann Institute, nearby buildings | Missile diverted from Tel Aviv trajectory |
| Kiryat Ekron | 0 | Some | Mall and shopping zone | Impact on civilian commercial zones |
| Jerusalem | 0 | Few | Minor shrapnel cases | Siren alerts city-wide; no direct hits |
| West Bank (Jericho) | 1 (Palestinian worker) | — | Missile debris | Killed by falling shrapnel |
Sources: AP News, NY Post, The Sun, Business Insider, Verified War Tracking Accounts (June 23–24, 2025)
Fact‑Check: Impact on Iranian Cities (as of June 24, 2025)
| City / Region | Fatalities | Injured | Displaced | Damage Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tehran (general) | 400–585+ | 1,300–1,400+ | 100,000s (to Mazandaran, Gilan, Alborz) | Civil structures, IRGC sites, hospitals; metro/shelters opened :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1} |
| Evin Prison (Tehran) | Reported injuries & possible casualties | Several injured | — | Strike on entrance, panic; no official count :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2} |
| Fordow / Natanz / Isfahan | 78–240+ | 320+ | — | Military/nuclear sites hit by bunker-buster bombs :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3} |
| Other Provinces (Bushehr, Yazd, Kermanshah, Ahvaz) | 430–722+ | 3,500+ | — | Extended military infrastructure strikes, healthcare facilities hit :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4} |
Note: Fatality figures vary by source: Iran state agencies report 430+, NGOs report up to 722+ :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}.
Displacement Overview
- Tehran: Tens of thousands fled to northern provinces (Mazandaran, Gilan, Alborz), often by private transport or informal routes :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}.
- Metro stations & mosques used as shelters in absence of formal bomb shelters :contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7}.
- Government discouraging mass evacuation, but restrictions on Tehran license plates into some provinces reported :contentReference[oaicite:8]{index=8}.
What Happens Next?
- Potential for more strikes on military/nuclear sites if escalation continues.
- Threat of civil unrest, further displacement, and worsening infrastructure collapse.
- Diplomatic efforts underway; Iran may escalate threats to international shipping via Strait of Hormuz :contentReference[oaicite:9]{index=9}.