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On Saturday,
Iran
launched a volley of over 300 projectiles, including missiles and drones, at
Israel
, marking a significant escalation in the long-standing tensions between the two countries. Iran described this unprecedented assault as retaliation for an earlier Israeli strike on an Iranian consulate in
Syria
, which reportedly resulted in significant casualties, including high-ranking officials.
The complex attack included
kamikaze drones
, long-range
ballistic missiles
, and
cruise missiles
.
Al Jazeera
reported this as Iran's largest-ever drone and missile strike, as well as the largest drone strike conducted by any country to-date.
Hossein Salami
, commander-in-chief of the
Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps
said, "The operation achieved a level of success that exceeded our expectations."
Israel's response to the attack was swift, involving the activation of its missile defense systems and readiness measures across the country. The country also saw disruptions in civilian life, including the temporary closure of airspace and a slight downturn in the stock market reflecting investor concerns over the escalating conflict.
On Sunday, the
Group of Seven
(G7) met virtually to coordinate a response. Following that meeting, the G7 members issued a joint statement forcefully condemning Iran's "direct and unprecedented attack" on Israel. They proclaimed their "full solidarity and support to Israel and its people" and reaffirmed their commitment to Israel's security.
Other international actors, including the
EU
,
Germany
, the
United Kingdom
,
Spain
,
Denmark
,
Norway
, and others have called for restraint and emphasized the need for a diplomatic resolution to prevent further escalation.
Last year Iran unveiled new drones and long-range ballistic missiles, named after significant figures and locations in Iranian military history, signaling a robust enhancement of their military capabilities. These advancements are seen by
Tehran
as shifting the regional power balance, potentially increasing Iran's leverage in geopolitical negotiations.
The Iranian government has openly praised groups like
Hamas
for their attacks on Israel, underscoring Iran's support for what it views as
anti-Zionist
resistance movements across the region. This stance is part of a broader Iranian strategy aimed at countering Israeli influence and operations in the Middle East.
Sister links
Sources
- Maziar Motamedi. "
'True Promise': Why and how did Iran launch a historic attack on Israel?
" —
Al Jazeera
, April 14, 2024
- "
Iran attacks Israel with over 300 drones, missiles: What you need to know
" —
Al Jazeera
, April 14, 2024
- "
Israel reopens airspace as airlines cancel flights in wake of Iran attack
" —
Times of Israel
, April 14, 2024
- Sharon Wrobel. "
Tel Aviv shares suffer moderate decline after Iran's unprecedented attack on Israel
" —
Times of Israel
, April 14, 2024
- MJ Lee, Kevin Liptak and Priscilla Alvarez. "
Biden tells Netanyahu US will not participate in any counter-strike against Iran
" —
CNN
, April 14, 2024
- Maziar Motamedi. "
Iran unveils attack drone capable of striking Israel
" —
Al Jazeera
, August 22, 2023
- Giselle Ruhiyyih Ewing. "
Iran praises Hamas as attack reverberates around Middle East
" —
Politico
, October 17, 2023
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