Iran Launches Missiles at Israel

Iran has launched about 180 missiles at Israel in response to the killing of Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah. Most of the missiles were intercepted. Sirens sounded across Israel as military officials confirmed the attack, with Rear Admiral Daniel Hagari reporting no injuries and warning of serious consequences.

The Iranian Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) claimed responsibility, labelling the assault a reaction to “terrorist acts” by Israel and threatening further action if Israel retaliated.

This incident follows a year of rising tensions between Israel and Iran-affiliated groups like Hezbollah and Hamas. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu urged citizens to remain vigilant. The US Embassy in Israel has also advised personnel and families to shelter in place as the situation continues to evolve.

Israel is now likely to respond to Iran with significantly more force than it did in April. Israel views its recent military actions across the region as necessary steps to deter enemies and neutralise threats.

Potential targets for Israeli retaliation may include Iran’s nuclear facilities, IRGC bases, and the missile launch sites and storage depots used in Tuesday’s attack.