AnewZ Morning Brief - June 14th, 2025

Start your day informed with AnewZ Morning Brief: here are the top news stories for June 14th, covering the latest developments you need to know.

1. Iran launches waves of missiles at Israel in response to air strikes.

Iran launched multiple waves of missiles at Israel early on Saturday in response to Israeli air strikes targeting Iranian nuclear and military sites. Sirens were heard in Israeli cities including Tel Aviv and Jerusalem as air defences intercepted several missiles.

Explosions were also reported near Tehran’s Mehrabad airport. Both sides have sustained damage, with the situation raising concerns about further escalation in the region.

2. Court allows National Guard to stay in Los Angeles amid protests.

A U.S. federal appeals court has temporarily allowed National Guard forces to remain deployed in Los Angeles during ongoing protests linked to immigration enforcement. 

The demonstrations have occurred in several cities, with authorities increasing security measures, including the deployment of additional military personnel. Public opinion remains divided over the use of such forces.

3. Iran calls nuclear talks with U.S. ‘meaningless’ after Israeli strikes.

Iran has denounced ongoing nuclear negotiations with the United States as “meaningless” following Israel’s largest-ever military strike on Iranian targets, accusing Washington of supporting the operation. 

The planned sixth round of talks, scheduled for Sunday in Muscat, now faces uncertainty as tensions rise across the region. 

The U.S. has denied involvement in the Israeli strike and has urged Tehran to continue engaging in diplomatic dialogue.

4. Trump and Netanyahu hold call as Iran and Israel trade missile strikes.

U.S. President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu spoke by phone on Friday as tensions escalated between Iran and Israel, a White House official confirmed. 

The call followed Iran’s launch of over 150 ballistic missiles at Israel in response to Israeli strikes on Iranian nuclear and missile sites.

While details were not disclosed, the timing suggests ongoing coordination between Washington and Tel Aviv.

5. Israel and Iran trade accusations at UN over nuclear site strikes.

Israel and Iran presented sharply opposing accounts at the United Nations Security Council following recent airstrikes on Iranian nuclear sites, with each side defending its actions amid rising regional tensions. 

Israel said the strikes targeted enrichment facilities it claimed were nearing weapons-grade production, while Iran condemned the attacks as a "declaration of war" and vowed a proportionate response under international law. 

A U.S. official confirmed prior notification of the strikes but denied direct involvement.

6.  Azerbaijan sends radiation experts to border following Iranian nuclear strikes.

Azerbaijan has deployed radiation specialists to its southern border with Iran to assess any potential environmental impact following recent military strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities. Experts have conducted monitoring in the Astara region, with broader assessments underway as a precautionary measure, officials said.

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