Tensions between Iran and Israel have escalated dramatically as Iran launched a massive retaliatory drone attack on Israeli territory. According to the Israeli military, over 100 unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) were launched towards Tel Aviv and other parts of Israel. The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) claim the attack was intercepted and neutralized in its early stages.
Israeli military spokesperson Brigadier General Effie Daffrin stated during a press briefing that the Iranian drones were detected shortly after launch and successfully shot down before they could strike any targets. “Iran launched over 100 drones towards us, but none of them reached their destination,” he confirmed.
Iranian Military Leadership Targeted
In a significant development, Israel also carried out extensive overnight airstrikes targeting key Iranian military figures. According to Israeli sources, the strikes resulted in the killing of several top Iranian officials, including Iran’s Chief of Staff, the Commander of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), and the Head of the Emergency Command.
The Israeli airstrikes targeted multiple strategic locations across Iran, including facilities related to its nuclear program and other critical military infrastructure. These strikes mark one of the most direct and large-scale confrontations between the two countries in recent years.
Emergency Declared in Israel Amid Rising Tensions
Following the attacks and counterattacks, the Israeli government has declared a nationwide state of emergency. Security measures have been heightened across major cities, including Tel Aviv, amid fears of further escalation.
The situation has sparked global concern as the potential for a wider regional conflict looms. International observers have called for restraint from both sides, warning that continued hostilities could destabilize the Middle East even further.
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