As stated by Israel Defense Forces (IDF), Iran has launched a drone assault aimed at Israel, viewed as a notable retaliatory action. IDF sources indicate that it could take hours for the drones to traverse the 1,100-mile (1,800km) distance to reach Israel. Consequently, Israeli forces are on heightened alert, diligently surveilling all possible targets.
- More than 50 Iranian drones en route to Israel
- Estimated travel time of several hours to reach Israeli airspace
- Drone activity observed over Iraq
- Airspace closures in Iran, Jordan, and Israel anticipated
- Israeli military and air defenses are on heightened alert
- First direct Iranian assault on Israeli soil
This development comes in the wake of Iran’s vow to retaliate following an attack on its consulate in Syria on April 1, attributed to Israel and resulting in casualties among Iranian commanders. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, just before reports of the drone launch, underscored Israel’s readiness, affirming the deployment of both defensive and offensive capabilities. Netanyahu also expressed gratitude for the support of the United States, Britain, France, and other allied nations amidst escalating tensions.
