Israel Will Respond to Iran’s Missile Attack: Iran-Israel Conflict Updates
In the latest development of the 2024 Iran-Israel conflict, Israel Defense Forces chief Lt. Gen. Herzi Halevi has issued a warning in response to Iran’s missile and drone attack on the country. The attack, which occurred on Saturday night, caused slight damage to an airbase in Israel. Lt. Gen. Halevi stated that the attack will be met with a response from Israel, indicating a potential escalation of conflict in the region.
The Israeli military chief’s statement comes as Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu contemplates how to respond to Iran’s first-ever direct attack on Israel. International pressure for restraint is mounting, urging both countries to avoid further escalation.
Army spokesperson Rear Adm. Daniel Hagari confirmed that Israel will respond at a time of their choosing. The Nevatim air base in southern Israel, which was targeted in the Iranian attack, suffered only light damage.
Iran’s attack was reportedly in retaliation for a suspected Israeli strike on an Iranian consular building in Damascus two weeks prior, which resulted in the deaths of two Iranian generals. This marked the first direct military assault by Iran on Israel, despite decades of hostility between the two nations.
The Israeli military claimed to have intercepted 99% of the drones and missiles launched by Iran, with the help of their own air defenses and in coordination with a US-led coalition.
As tensions continue to rise, both Israel and Iran are considering their next steps in the conflict. Netanyahu has summoned his war cabinet to discuss a response, while international leaders, including US President Joe Biden and French President Emmanuel Macron, have urged restraint to prevent further escalation.
The situation remains fluid, with the possibility of further military action looming as both countries navigate the complexities of the ongoing conflict.