Iran launched hundreds of drones and missiles at Israel on Saturday night in response to an airstrike in Syria that resulted in the deaths of 7 Iranian military officials.
This marks the first attack launched from Iranian soil against Israel, sparking international concerns that a potential Israeli retaliation against Iran could further escalate tensions in the Middle East.
Israel and its allied forces announced that they had successfully neutralized nearly all drones and missiles.
Israel has not yet determined how or when to respond, while Biden has stated that the US would not support a potential Israeli counterattack.
Israel’s cabinet convened yesterday but did not determine how or when to respond to the attack. However, officials hinted at the possibility of easing the restrictions on gatherings and educational activities, which had been enforced since Saturday. This suggests that they may not anticipate an immediate escalation of the situation.
Iran, on its part, signals a reluctance to escalate the attacks. “The issue can be considered closed,” stated Iran’s mission to the UN yesterday. “However, if the Israeli regime makes another mistake, Iran’s response will be significantly more severe.”
US President Joe Biden urged Israel to refrain from escalation, expressing concerns about the possibility of a broader conflict in the Middle East. Meanwhile, G7 leaders condemned Iran’s attack but also called on Israel to exercise restraint.
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