Iran attacks Israel by firing more than 180 ballistic missiles. Israel reported missile attacks by Iran on Tuesday, with residents ordered to seek shelter amid continuous sirens. Both Israel and the US have cautioned against further Iranian aggression.
Earlier on the day, Israeli airstrikes and artillery targeted villages in southern Lebanon, where residents had been instructed to evacuate. In response, Hezbollah militants launched a barrage of rockets into Israel. There were no immediate reports of casualties, but the fighting escalated, raising fears of a broader regional conflict.
U.S. ships and aircraft are stationed in the area to support Israel if it faces an attack from Iran. A senior Iranian official stated that Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ali Khamenei, is currently in a secure location following Tehran’s missile strikes on Israel.
A senior Iranian official reported that Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei ordered the missile strikes on Israel, emphasizing that Tehran “is fully prepared for any retaliation.”
In neighboring Jordan, the capital city of Amman experienced dramatic scenes as the night sky was illuminated by what looked like missiles flying overhead. Crowds gathered outside as air raid sirens sounded throughout the city, increasing the atmosphere of urgency and concern.
“In response to the martyrdom of (Hamas leader) Ismail Haniyeh, Hassan Nasrallah and (Guards commander) Nilforoshan, we targeted the heart of the occupied territories (Israel),”
Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps
As per reports, several missiles breached the Iron dome Missile defense and have managed to reach their targets inside Israel.
The situation is evolving while Iran attacks Israel with nearly 200 ballistic missiles, and a response from Israel regarding damages is still pending.
Israel has confirmed that it is currently defending against incoming missiles from Iran and warns that there will be consequences.
As Iran attacks Israel and the situation develops, the potential for broader conflict looms. Analysts warn that continued aggression could provoke a wider military response from Israel, which has historically taken a strong stance against perceived threats from its neighbors.
With both sides entrenched in their positions, the prospect for resolution appears increasingly complex, leaving many to wonder what the coming days will hold for the already volatile region.