Israel-Iran Tension Row: More than 200 missiles were fired from Iran towards Israel on Tuesday (October 1, 2024) night. Israeli Defense Forces confirmed that Iran has launched 200 ballistic and cruise missiles towards Israel. The IDF claimed on the social media platform X (formerly Twitter) that approximately 1 million civilians were the targets of Iranian projectiles.
Iran says it targeted the occupied territories in response to the martyrdom of Ismail Haniyeh, Seyyed Hassan Nasrallah and Martyr Nilforoshan. It was said in media reports that the targets of the missiles fired by Iran were Jews, Muslims and Christians in the old city of Jerusalem. However, Israel responded that it would take all necessary steps to protect civilians. Information was given by the IDF spokesperson that Iran will have to suffer the consequences of this attack because they also have plans.
Terrorist attack in Israel’s L’Aviv, 10 injured
Before Iran launched the missile, some terrorists had opened fire in the Israeli city Tel Aviv. At least 10 Israelis were reported injured during the firing, of which four were seriously injured. In the initial media reports quoting sources, it was said that two people attacked the common people with M-16 and one-47.
Iranian ballistic missiles now landing on Tel Aviv. pic.twitter.com/XDKQZprCRn
— Clash Report (@clashreport) October 1, 2024
Footage claiming to show Iranian Ballistic Missile Launches from near the City of Tabriz in Northern Iran. pic.twitter.com/CIcXid5VqM
— OSINTdefender (@sentdefender) October 1, 2024
America had already warned that…
The most interesting thing is that missiles were fired from Iran towards Israel, when the US had warned about this on Tuesday evening. American officials had told the news agency ‘AP’ that Iran is preparing a ballistic missile attack on Israel. In such a situation, he has warned Tehran of facing serious consequences.
A senior White House official told ‘AFP’ that America has received indications that Iran is attempting a ballistic missile attack on Israel. The American official said that we are supporting defensive preparations to protect Israel from this attack. Let us tell you that even a few months ago, America and its other western allies had helped Israel in Iran’s missile and drone attacks.
Hezbollah made a big claim
Hezbollah said it targeted Tel Aviv to avenge Israel’s attack on civilians in Lebanon. Hezbollah has said that it has dedicated this operation to its chief Hassan Nasrallah.
What did Israel say?
Israel has also become alert after the threats and inputs of Iran’s attack. The Israeli Army said that at present there is no air threat from Iran but we are fully prepared for defense and attack. Meanwhile, Hezbollah has made a big claim of firing a missile at an airbase near Tel Aviv. According to media reports, Hezbollah said that it targeted the Sed Dov airbase located on the outskirts of Tel Aviv.
Israeli army spokesman Rear Admiral Daniel Hagari said, ‘We have dealt firmly with such threats in the past and will be dealt with in the future also. Israel’s air defense system is fully prepared to face such attacks. We are ready to face any situation together with our ally America. We are keeping an eye on the developments happening in Iran. At the same time, Russia’s Foreign Ministry has issued a statement saying that Israel should withdraw its army from the Lebanese territory.
India issued advisory
Meanwhile, the Indian Embassy in Israel has issued an advisory for its citizens. The Indian Embassy wrote on social media platform Avoid unnecessary travel within the country and states and stay close to safe shelters. The Embassy is closely monitoring the situation. In case of any emergency, you can contact the 24/7 helpline. These helplines are +972-547520711, +972-543278392.
