Iran-Israel Conflict: Iran launched a direct attack on Israel late Saturday (April 13) by firing missiles. After this, there is a danger of tension increasing. Israel said that Iran launched more than 100 drones. Western countries are enraged after this attack by Iran. America, Britain and Germany as well as the United Nations have condemned this attack.
Iran warns America
Iran fired several missiles at Israel on Saturday night (April 13), after which the war between the two countries has started. The United States, Britain, Germany as well as the United Nations have condemned this attack. Meanwhile, Iran warned the US that if Washington supports Israel’s retaliation, it will also target US bases. US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said that his country does not want a war with Iran, but it will protect Israel under any circumstances.
Iran fired more than 300 drones and missiles at Israel on Sunday (April 14), most of which were intercepted by Israel. This attack was aimed at taking revenge for Israel’s alleged air strike on the Iranian embassy in the Syrian capital Damascus.
10 big things about Israel-Iran war
1- The US said its forces in the Middle East intercepted dozens of missiles and UAVs that were fired at Israel from Iran, Iraq, Syria and Yemen. US Defense Secretary Austin promised that the US military would help Israel in every possible way for its defense and regional stability. He said, “We condemn this attack by Iran and its allies. We call on Iran to immediately stop any further attacks, including its proxy forces, and reduce tensions.”
2- Earlier on April 14, 2024, US President Joe Biden condemned the attack on Israel by Iran. He said, “A meeting of G7 members has been called for this on April 15, 2024. I spoke to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and America will always stand with him for the security of his country.” He said that he cannot put Israel’s security at risk.
3- Meanwhile, Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu said that his country foiled Iran’s attack. He posted on X regarding the attack, “We stopped, we chased, together we will win.” According to the Israeli TV channel, an official said that Israel will give a befitting reply to this attack.
4- Israeli military spokesman Rear Admiral Daniel Hagar described Iran’s action as extremely serious. He said that Iran has pushed the Middle East region towards tension. He said that Iran launched 10 cruise missiles among other projectiles, which were deactivated outside the country’s borders.
5- Earlier, Iran had said that this attack is a punishment for Israel’s crimes. It said that if Israel makes another mistake, Tehran (capital of Iran) will respond more seriously.
6- The European Union, Britain, Japan, the Czech Republic, Denmark, France, Mexico, the Netherlands and Norway condemned Iran’s attack.
7- Israel Defense Forces (IDF) spokesman Rear Admiral Daniel Hagari said Iran fired 300 missiles, 99 percent of which were intercepted. He said it would do everything to protect its citizens.
8- Israel’s Defense Minister Yoav Galant thanked the US for its support. He said, “This operation is not over yet. We need to remain vigilant and be prepared for any situation.” The IDF spokesperson said, “A 7-year-old Israeli girl was seriously injured in this attack and an airbase suffered minor damage.
9- Iran’s Revolutionary Guard has warned the US of military action. The statement issued by them said, “The US government is warned that any support or participation in harming Iran’s interests will be met with a befitting reply from our armed forces.”
10- India has expressed concern over this entire incident. The Foreign Ministry said, “The growing hostility between Israel and Iran is very worrying, which threatens peace and security in that region. We call for immediate de-escalation of tensions, restraint, withdrawal from violence and return to the path of diplomacy.
