Tensions between Israel and Iran are at an all-time high as Israel braces for a potential attack by Iran in retaliation for the recent airstrike on the Iranian embassy in Damascus. The airstrike resulted in the killing of a senior commander in the Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps’ overseas Quds Force and six other officers. While Israel did not claim responsibility for the attack, Iran’s supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei vowed that Israel “must be punished and shall be.”
Amid fears of retaliation, Hezbollah fired a barrage of missiles towards northern Israel, with reports indicating around 40 rockets were launched from Lebanon. Fortunately, there were no immediate reports of injuries from the attack.
US President Joe Biden has weighed in on the escalating situation, warning Iran against attacking Israel. Biden stated, “We will support Israel. We will help defend Israel and Iran will not succeed.” He emphasized that the US is devoted to the defense of Israel and expects Iran to refrain from any hostile actions.
As tensions continue to rise, various countries are taking precautionary measures. Australia’s Qantas Airways has rerouted flights between Perth and London to avoid Middle East airspace, while India has issued a travel advisory urging its citizens to avoid travel to Iran or Israel.
The situation remains fluid, with the international community closely monitoring developments and hoping for a peaceful resolution to the escalating tensions between Israel and Iran.