Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu issued a stern warning to Iran following a missile attack on Israel.
In a statement made just hours after the incident, he declared, “Iran made a big mistake tonight – and it will pay for it. The regime in Iran does not understand our determination to defend ourselves and our determination to retaliate against our enemies.”
According to the Israel Defense Forces (IDF), Iran launched approximately 180 projectiles during the attack, with many intercepted. However, some missiles successfully struck Israeli territory and the occupied West Bank, escalating tensions in the region.
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken responded to the attack, stating it was “effectively defeated.”
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U.S. President Joe Biden reiterated America’s “full support” for Israel but emphasized that discussions were ongoing regarding an appropriate response.
He noted, “We’re going to get all the data straight, we’re in constant contact with the Israeli government and our counterparts and that remains to be seen.” As the situation unfolds, global attention remains focused on Israel’s next steps.
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