Iran conducted a retaliatory strike on Israel with hundreds of missiles. Explosions and sirens were heard in Jerusalem and Tel Aviv, with initial reports indicating that Iran fired close to 500 missiles, including supersonic ones. However, the Israeli Defense Ministry disclosed that 180 missiles were launched. Israel’s Iron Dome air defense system was activated against the missiles. The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps announced that the attack was in response to Israeli strikes that killed Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh, Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah, and Iranian general Abbas Nilforoushan. The Guard Corps warned of a “destructive response” if further attacks were made. The Israeli army stated, “This was a serious attack with consequences. We will respond accordingly.” The Revolutionary Guard Corps named the operation “Real Promise 2.”

As Israel carried out a ground operation in Lebanon, Iran initiated the retaliatory attack.

The Israeli army reported missiles launched from Iran and civilians seeking shelter in bomb shelters. The Israeli army radio cited approximately 200 missiles launched from Iran.

Shortly after the attack, Iranian sources declared that nearly 500 missiles were fired, including supersonic Fattah-1 missiles. The Iranian Defense Ministry confirmed 180 missiles were launched in the aftermath.

The Fattah-1 mid-range hypersonic missiles were first introduced by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps in 2023.

SIRENS IN JERUSALEM AND TEL AVIV: Sirens and explosions were heard as the attack began in Jerusalem and Tel Aviv. Air defense systems were activated in Tel Aviv. Witnesses reported that some of the missiles fired from Iran were intercepted in Jordanian airspace. AFP reported a halt in flight traffic at Ben Gurion Airport, which later resumed. The Israeli newspaper Haaretz stated no injuries were reported from the attack.

ISRAEL: THERE WILL BE CONSEQUENCES: The Israeli army warned of repercussions, stating, “This was a serious attack with consequences. We will respond accordingly.” Israeli officials claimed over 200 missiles were launched in a two-stage attack. The army ordered the closure of a new military base in northern Israel. The army announced the death of El-Fakhar Hinawi, the commander of the Hezbollah-associated Imam Hussein Brigade in Beirut, along with Muhammad Qaffar Qasir, responsible for arms transfers from Iran and its affiliates to Hezbollah.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated, “Iran made a big mistake tonight. They will pay the price. Iran’s missile attack on Israel failed.”

Iranian Revolutionary Guards announced they targeted three Israeli bases with numerous missiles. The attack was in retaliation for Israeli strikes killing Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh, Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah, and Iranian general Abbas Nilforoushan. A warning was issued that a military response by Israel would face a “destructive response.” Reuters reported the attack was ordered by Iran’s Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. A senior Iranian official expressed Iran’s readiness for any future retaliation and assured Khamenei’s safety.

Later on, the Revolutionary Guards announced that they targeted three Israeli bases in the attack, with up to 90% of the missiles successfully hitting their targets.

The Iranian Armed Forces warned, “Supporters of Israel interfering directly in Tehran will confront their bases in the region being hit by a powerful Iranian attack.” Iraq reopened its airspace to civilian flights.

BIDEN CALLS FOR URGENT MEETING: US President Joe Biden called for an emergency meeting, stating that the US is ready to protect Israel and American personnel in the region against such attacks.

Title: Iran’s Retaliatory Strike against Israel: 500 Missiles Launched

Content: Iran conducted a retaliatory strike on Israel by launching hundreds of missiles. Jerusalem and Tel Aviv witnessed explosions and sirens, with initial reports suggesting that Iran fired nearly 500 missiles, including those surpassing the speed of sound. The Israeli Defense Ministry reported 180 missiles being fired instead. The Iron Dome defense system was activated against the incoming missiles. The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps announced that the strike was in response to attacks on Hamas and Hezbollah leaders and an Iranian general by Israel. The Guard Corps warned of a “devastating response” if Israel retaliates further. On the other hand, the Israeli army stated that they would respond appropriately to the serious attack. The Revolutionary Guards named the operation as “Real Promise 2.”

While Israel conducted a ground operation in Lebanon, Iran initiated the retaliatory attack.

The Israeli army confirmed missiles fired from Iran and civilians seeking refuge in bomb shelters. Approximately 200 missiles launched from Iran were reported overheard in the region.

After the attack, Iranian sources claimed close to 500 missiles were launched, including the use of supersonic Fattah 1 missiles. The Israeli Defense Ministry later confirmed the launching of only 180 missiles post-attack.

The Fattah 1 mid-range hypersonic missiles were first unveiled by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps in 2023.

SIRENS IN JERUSALEM AND TEL AVIV: Following the commencement of the attack, sirens blared and explosions were heard in both Jerusalem and Tel Aviv. Witness reports indicated that some of the fired Iranian missiles were intercepted in Jordanian airspace. Additionally, flight operations at Ben Gurion Airport were suspended post-attack but resumed later. The Israeli newspaper Haaretz assured no injuries were caused by the attack.

ISRAEL: WARNING OF CONSEQUENCES: The Israeli army issued a statement warning of repercussions, emphasizing, “This was a significant attack with clear consequences. We will respond appropriately.” Israeli officials claimed that over 200 missiles were launched in a two-stage assault. The army enforced the closure of a new military base in northern Israel. It was reported that El-Fakhar Hinawi, the commander of the Hezbollah-affiliated Imam Hussein Brigade in Beirut, was among those killed, in addition to Muhammad Qaffar Qasir, accountable for transferring arms from Iran to Hezbollah.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu emphasized, “Iran made a significant mistake tonight. They will face consequences. Iran’s missile attack targeting Israel failed.”

The Iranian Revolutionary Guards declared targeting three Israeli bases with numerous ballistic missiles in response to Israeli strikes that led to the death of leaders such as Ismail Haniyeh, Hassan Nasrallah, and Abbas Nilforoushan. There was a warning that Israel’s military response would be met with a “devastating counterstrike.” Reuters reported the attack was directed by Iran’s Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. A senior Iranian official asserted Iran’s readiness for any potential reprisals and insisted on ensuring Khamenei’s safety.

Later statements from the Revolutionary Guards revealed that they targeted three Israeli bases in the attack, with success in hitting around 90% of the designated targets.

The Iranian Armed Forces alerted that “supporters of Israel directly interfering in Tehran would face strong Iranian attacks on their bases in the region.” Iraq reopened its airspace for civilian flights.

BIDEN PRESSES FOR URGENT MEETING: US President Joe Biden called for an emergency meeting, affirming readiness to safeguard Israel and American personnel against such attacks.