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13.06.2025The Day Israel Struck Iran's Nuclear Heart

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This page is an archive of main headlines from France for 13.06.2025.

It displays 246 headlines from many sources chronologically, as they appeared throughout the day, accompanied by AI overviews that were written in real time.

13.06.2025The Day Israel Struck Iran's Nuclear Heart
Israel launched Operation "Rising Lion" against Iran at 2:58 AM, deploying 200 aircraft to strike nuclear facilities and military targets. Netanyahu claimed to have hit "the heart of Iran's military nuclear program" and killed Revolutionary Guard commander Hossein Salami. Iran responded by launching hundreds of ballistic missiles at Tel-Aviv and Jerusalem, causing 34 Israeli casualties while reporting 78 dead from the Israeli strikes.

Macron announced France would participate in Israel's defense if attacked, while strengthening domestic Sentinelle security operations. The Air India crash story from yesterday continued with survivor accounts and investigations.

Domestically, four people died in a bus crash carrying Ukrainian passengers in Sarthe. French students took their baccalaureate French exam, working on texts by Musset, Corneille, and Barbey d'Aurevilly. Storm warnings expanded to 28 departments as severe weather approached Paris.
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01:45Israel Strikes Iran Nuclear Sites

The newspapers report on Israel launching strikes against dozens of nuclear and military targets in Iran, with explosions heard in Tehran overnight (Le Figaro, Le Monde, Le Point, L'Obs). Netanyahu declared the military operation will last "as many days as necessary" while Israel's Defense Ministry declared a state of emergency across the territory in anticipation of Iranian retaliation (Le Figaro, Le Monde). Defense Minister Israel Katz warned that missile and drone attacks against Israel are "expected in the immediate future" following the preemptive strikes (Le Monde). Le Point reports Israel claims Iran possesses sufficient fissile material to produce 15 nuclear bombs. The Air India crash story continues with the death toll remaining at 265, while domestic coverage includes the Nogent school murder case progressing through the judicial system.
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L’Etat hébreu a mené des bombardements tôt lundi contre des sites militaires et nucléaires à Téhéran et à Natanz. Le général Hossein Salami a été tué dans l’attaque, selon les agences de presse iraniennes Mehr et Tasnim.
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L’Etat hébreu a mené des bombardements tôt lundi contre des sites militaires et nucléaires à Téhéran et à Natanz. Le général Hossein Salami a été tué dans l’attaque, selon les agences de presse iraniennes Mehr et Tasnim.
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L’Etat hébreu a mené des bombardements, tôt vendredi, contre des sites militaires et nucléaires à Téhéran et à Natanz. Les gardiens de la révolution, l’armée idéologique du régime iranien, ont juré de venger la mort du général Hossein Salami.
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Météo France alerte sur une « dégradation orageuse marquée en fin d’après-midi et soirée de vendredi sur le Sud-Ouest et sur le Nord-Ouest, avec un fort risque de phénomènes localement violents ».
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04:20Netanyahu Strikes Iran's Nuclear Heart

The newspapers report on Israel's escalation against Iran's nuclear program, with Netanyahu claiming to have struck "the heart of Iran's military nuclear program" and killed Revolutionary Guard commander Hossein Salami (Le Monde, L'Express, Libération). Israel targeted dozens of nuclear and military sites including the Natanz facility, declaring the operation will continue "as many days as necessary" while maintaining a state of emergency in anticipation of Iranian retaliation (Le Figaro, Le Point). Iran's Revolutionary Guards have vowed revenge for Salami's death, with Tehran promising "a strong response" to what Netanyahu calls a "success" (BFMTV, L'Express). The coverage shifts focus from the Air India crash, which Les Echos now connects to concerns about Boeing's safety record at the Le Bourget air show.
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L’Etat hébreu a mené des bombardements, tôt vendredi, contre des sites militaires et nucléaires à Téhéran et à Natanz. Les gardiens de la révolution, l’armée idéologique du régime iranien, ont juré de venger la mort du général Hossein Salami.
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Israël a mené vendredi des frappes contre l’Iran, soupçonné de vouloir se doter de l’arme atomique, visant un site d’enrichissement d’uranium et tuant de hauts responsables militaires de la République islamique qui a promis de riposter.
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05:48Iran Strikes Back With 100 Drones

The newspapers report on Iran's counter-attack following Israeli strikes, with Tehran launching approximately 100 drones against Israel in retaliation (France TV Info, Le Figaro, Le Parisien, Les Echos). The Iranian response comes after Israel's overnight operation targeting nuclear and military sites, which Netanyahu claims struck "the heart of Iran's military nuclear program" and killed key Revolutionary Guard leaders including General Hossein Salami and Chief of Staff Mohammed Bagheri (Le Monde, L'Express). Israel's operation "Rising Lion" continues with pilots still conducting attacks, while Netanyahu declares the military action will last "as many days as necessary" (Le Parisien, Libération). The escalation has triggered market reactions with oil prices surging and stock markets falling as the conflict intensifies (Les Echos).
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07:33Revolutionary Guard Chief Killed in Israeli Nuclear Strike

The newspapers report on Israel's major escalation against Iran, with Operation "Rising Lion" targeting nuclear and military sites in Tehran and Natanz, killing Revolutionary Guard chief Hossein Salami according to Israeli claims (Le Monde, Le Point, Les Echos). Netanyahu declares the bombardments "crowned with success" and vows to continue "as many days as necessary," while Iran launches retaliatory drones that Israel claims to have intercepted (Le Figaro, Libération, L'Express). Analysts describe the strikes as unprecedented in scale since the 1980s, with Israel demonstrating its ability to hit Iran's nuclear program core at will (L'Express, Le Point). Meanwhile, French high school students take their first written baccalaureate exam in French literature, working on texts by Alfred de Musset, Jules Barbey d'Aurevilly, and Pierre Corneille (Le Parisien).
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Israël a mené vendredi 13 juin des frappes contre l’Iran, soupçonné de vouloir se doter de l’arme atomique, visant un site d’enrichissement d’uranium et tuant de hauts responsables militaires de la République islamique, qui a promis de riposter.
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Sans précédent par son ampleur et les cibles visées, l’offensive israélienne déclenchée dans la nuit de jeudi à vendredi a frappé non seulement les installations nucléaires de la république islamique, mais aussi sa chaîne de commandement militaire, des bases de missiles et des scientifiques impliqués dans le programme nucléaire.
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08:36Israel Bombs Nuclear Iran With 200 Jets

The newspapers report on Israel's massive military operation against Iran expanding beyond nuclear targets to regime decapitation. Using 200 combat aircraft in "Operation Rising Lion," Israel struck nuclear facilities, military command chains, missile bases, and nuclear scientists, with reports suggesting high-ranking military officials were killed (France TV Info, Le Monde, Le Figaro, Le Point). Iran has promised retaliation "without limits," while France calls for restraint and maximum de-escalation (Les Echos, L'Obs, Mediapart). The Israeli government justifies the unprecedented strikes by claiming intelligence showed Tehran approaching the "point of no return" toward nuclear weapons capability (France TV Info). Domestically, French high school students began their 2025 baccalaureate French written exam, choosing between dissertation and text commentary formats (BFMTV). Additionally, 28 departments including Paris face orange storm warnings with violent weather expected Friday evening (Le Parisien).
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Israël a annoncé vendredi avoir frappé avec force l’Iran, visant une centaine de cibles dont des sites nucléaires et tuant les deux plus hauts responsables militaires de la République islamique.
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10:10Iran's Top Generals Confirmed Dead

The newspapers report on Israel's identification of high-ranking Iranian casualties from the massive strikes, with Israeli military confirming the deaths of Revolutionary Guards commanders Salami, Bagheri, and Rashid among others (BFMTV, France TV Info). Israel justifies the unprecedented 200-aircraft operation by claiming intelligence showed Iran approaching the "point of no return" toward nuclear weapons capability, targeting both nuclear facilities and military installations (France TV Info, Les Echos). Iran declares the strikes a "declaration of war" and promises retaliation, while an anonymous Tehran opposition figure tells Le Point that "like most Iranians, I'm scared but happy" about the attack. French media also covers a survivor's account from the Air India 171 crash that killed 265 people, with Vishwash Kumar Ramesh describing his initial belief he would die (Le Parisien).
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12:01Trump Threatens Iran With Worse

The newspapers report on Trump's response to Israel's massive Iranian strikes, with the President-elect calling the attack "excellent" and declaring "it's not finished" (Le Figaro). Trump threatens Iran with "even more brutal attacks" unless Tehran agrees to a deal, while American officials maintain cautious distance despite being informed of the Israeli operation beforehand (Le Point, Les Echos). Iran announces new strikes on the Natanz nuclear facility as Tehran continues to frame the Israeli bombardment as a "declaration of war" (Libération, Le Monde). The Iranian Revolutionary Guards have sworn to avenge the death of their chief General Hossein Salami, while international leaders call for restraint amid escalation fears (Le Monde, L'Express). Domestically, a bus crash in Sarthe killed four people, including Ukrainian adults and adolescents being transported on the A81 highway (Le Parisien).
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L’Etat hébreu a mené des bombardements, tôt vendredi, contre des sites militaires et nucléaires à Téhéran et à Natanz. Les gardiens de la révolution, l’armée idéologique du régime iranien, ont juré de venger la mort de leur chef, le général Hossein Salami.
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13:52French Fuel Prices Fear Iranian Strike Fallout

The newspapers report on France's domestic concerns following Israel's Iranian strikes, focusing on economic impact and casualties. French media examines whether fuel prices will surge after Israeli attacks caused Brent crude to jump 13% overnight, with markets fearing regional escalation from one of the world's largest oil producers (Le Figaro). Coverage continues on Iran calling the strikes a "declaration of war" while Macron reaffirms "Israel's right to ensure its security," as Revolutionary Guards vow to avenge General Salami's death (Le Monde). Domestically, a bus crash on A81 highway in Sarthe killed four people and injured 45, with passengers including Ukrainian adults and children traveling from Rennes toward Le Mans (Le Parisien). French outlets also analyze Israel's broader covert strategy against Iran involving assassinations, sabotage and cyberwarfare operations preceding the massive airstrikes (L'Express).
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15:16Iran Threatens Gates of Hell

The newspapers report on Iran's escalating threats following Israel's massive Friday strikes, with the new Revolutionary Guards chief promising "the gates of hell" for Israel after his predecessor's death (Le Monde, L'Express). Israel responds by deploying all reservists nationwide as Tehran launches retaliatory drone attacks, though Israeli defense systems reportedly intercepted them (Le Figaro, BFMTV). French media analyze Iran's military capabilities, noting the country's outdated aircraft fleet contrasted with advanced drone technology in assessing whether Tehran can match Israel militarily (BFMTV). Trump calls on Iran to negotiate "before nothing remains," while Israeli civilians in Jerusalem express resignation about prolonged emergency conditions after spending nights in shelters (Les Echos, Libération). The coverage shifts from documenting strike casualties to analyzing the unfolding military escalation between the two nations.
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DISSOLUTION, UN AN APRÈS. Porté par une victoire historique aux européennes, Jordan Bardella se rêvait à Matignon. Mais entre cafouillages et scandales, le chef du RN a vu son ascension fulgurante se briser.
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17:05Netanyahu Braces for Iranian Revenge Waves

The newspapers report on escalating Israeli-Iranian military confrontation as Netanyahu anticipates "several waves of Iranian attacks" following Israel's massive Friday strikes (Le Figaro, L'Express). French media documents ongoing Israeli bombardments with explosions heard around Tehran and one Iranian soldier confirmed dead at a northwestern border base (Le Monde, Libération). Iran promises "the gates of hell" for Israel while launching what Israeli sources describe as Operation "Rising Lion" targeting nuclear facilities and military installations (Les Echos, Libération). Domestically, Le Point analyzes Jordan Bardella's political decline one year after dissolution, describing how the RN leader's meteoric rise toward Matignon collapsed amid scandals and missteps following his historic European election victory. A Palestinian flag display on Saint-Denis city hall generates controversy (Valeurs Actuelles), while Boulevard Voltaire captures a viral marriage proposal at the Chartres pilgrimage.
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18:16France Pledges Defense of Israel

The newspapers report on Macron's escalation of French involvement in the Israel-Iran conflict, with the President promising France will "participate in Israel's defense" if Iran attacks (L'Express, Libération). This marks a significant shift as France strengthens its domestic Sentinelle security operations to counter potential threats on French soil (Le Figaro). Israeli forces claim to have detected Iranian missiles while continuing strikes against over 200 targets, with explosions reported in Tehran and Isfahan (Le Monde, Le Parisien). The military operation, dubbed "Rising Lion," will continue "as many days as necessary" according to Netanyahu (Le Parisien). A former Revolutionary Guards commander warns Israel has reached "the point of no return" with these strikes (Le Point). Meanwhile, the UN ocean summit in Nice produces commitments on marine protection and plastic pollution, though concrete implementation remains pending (France TV Info, Mediapart).
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19:16Iran Fires Hundreds of Missiles at Israel

The newspapers report on Iran's massive ballistic missile retaliation against Israel, with "dozens" to "hundreds" of missiles targeting Tel-Aviv, Jerusalem and multiple Israeli regions (BFMTV, Le Figaro, Le Monde, Le Parisien, Les Echos, L'Express, Libération, L'Obs). Israel declared a state of emergency and called populations to shelters as Tehran responded to Israel's overnight "Rising Lion" operation targeting Iranian nuclear facilities. French President Macron announced France's readiness to participate in Israel's defense as the escalation reaches unprecedented levels (Les Echos). The missile barrage represents Iran's first direct large-scale retaliation after Israel's massive Friday strikes, marking a significant escalation from the previous day's threats of "gates of hell."
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21:23Iranian Missiles Rain on Israeli Cities

The newspapers report on Iran's massive ballistic missile retaliation against Israeli cities, with "dozens" of missiles targeting Tel-Aviv and Jerusalem, resulting in at least 34 Israeli casualties (BFMTV, Le Figaro, Le Monde, Le Parisien, Le Point, L'Express, Libération). Tehran informed the IAEA that Israeli strikes hit two nuclear sites at Fordo and Isfahan, though damage was described as "minimal" (Le Monde). Netanyahu promises additional Israeli strikes are "to come" following Friday's "Rising Lion" operation (Libération, L'Express). Macron declares France ready to participate in Israel's defense as the escalation reaches unprecedented levels (Les Echos). Domestically, severe weather warnings expand with Essonne and Seine-et-Marne joining 26 departments under orange alert for storms triggered by Friday's heat wave (France TV Info).
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Lors d’une réunion d’urgence du Conseil de sécurité, Amir Saeid Iravani a condamné des « attaques barbares et criminelles » de l’Etat hébreu. En représailles, l’Iran a lancé une attaque de missiles contre Israël.
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L’Etat hébreu a lancé dans la nuit de jeudi à vendredi l’opération «Rising Lion» visant la République islamique et son programme nucléaire, une attaque massive et inédite qui rapproche un peu plus le Moyen-Orient d’un nouvel embrasement.
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