On Tuesday evening, Iran launched a series of ballistic missile attacks against Israel, with many intercepted. Thanks to U.S. support. However, some missiles hit central and southern Israel, according to the Israeli military, which has vowed to retaliate.
The attack heightened fears of a full-scale war between two of the region’s major military powers.
Iranian missiles targeted key Israeli military bases and intelligence centers, but Israel’s air defense systems successfully intercepted most.
Although there were no immediate casualties in Israel, shrapnel caused the death of a Palestinian in the West Bank.
Iran’s Revolutionary Guards stated the attack was in response to recent assassinations of Hamas and Hezbollah leaders, claiming responsibility for targeting Israeli military sites. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu warned of severe retaliation, promising Iran would pay for its actions.
The U.S. military actively supported Israel during the attacks, and President Biden reaffirmed America’s strong backing of Israel.
Meanwhile, Israel continued its military operations against Hamas in Gaza and Hezbollah in Lebanon, with dozens reported killed in ongoing airstrikes.
Jordan reported fragments of the missiles landing on its territory, causing minor injuries.
The region remains tense as the potential for further escalation looms.
