Some 181 missiles were launched in the strike, according to Israeli officials
Jerusalem/Tehran (DT) — In a dramatic escalation of hostilities, tensions have surged in the Middle East after Iran launched a missile strike on Israel. The attack has sparked fears of a wider conflict, potentially drawing in other regional powers.
In response, Israel has mobilized additional troops to reinforce its military presence along its northern borders, particularly in southern Lebanon.
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Analysts warn that this incident could destabilize the already fragile situation in the region, with implications for security and diplomacy moving forward. As both nations prepare for potential retaliatory actions, the international community is closely monitoring developments, urging restraint from all parties involved.
The Middle East edged closer to a long-anticipated regional war following Iran’s missile barrage aimed at Israel. Earlier this week, Israel announced it had initiated limited ground incursions into Lebanon to target the Iran-backed Hezbollah militant group.
Israel’s response to Iran’s missile attack
Soon after the attack, which was largely unsuccessful, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu warned Tehran that it had made “a big mistake” and “will pay for it.”
Some 181 missiles were launched in the strike, according to Israeli officials. The Israel Defense Forces said that it intercepted “a large number” of them.
Israel may respond to Iran’s major Tuesday ballistic missile attack by striking strategic infrastructure, such as gas or oil rigs, or by directly targeting Iran’s nuclear sites, media reports said on Wednesday, citing Israeli officials.
Axios reported that targeted assassinations and strikes on Iran’s air defense systems are potential responses.
An assault on Iranian oil facilities could severely impact the country’s economy, and any of these actions could escalate tensions further, nearly a year into the ongoing conflict that began when Hamas attacked Israel in October 2023.
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