Iran launched a massive missile barrage against Israel on Tuesday, October 1, 2024, in retaliation for recent Israeli military operations in the region. The attack, which involved hundreds of missiles, marks the second major Iranian assault on Israel this year.
Key points about the attack:
- Scale: Iran fired approximately 180 missiles towards Israel, surpassing the scale of a similar attack in April.
- Targets: The missiles targeted military bases, civilian infrastructure, and residential areas across Israel.
- Interception: Israeli air defense systems intercepted a significant number of the missiles, but some caused damage and casualties.
- Casualties: While the Israeli military reported no serious injuries, there were reports of casualties in the occupied West Bank.
- Motivation: Iran claimed the attack was in response to Israel’s killing of top Iranian military and political figures.
International reactions:
- United States: The U.S. condemned the attack, reaffirmed its support for Israel, and provided military assistance to help intercept the missiles.
- Other countries: Several countries, including the UK, France, and Japan, also condemned the attack and called for de-escalation.
The attack has raised tensions in the region and increased fears of a wider conflict. Both Israel and Iran have threatened further retaliation, and the international community is closely monitoring the situation.
