October 26th 2024.
On Saturday, Israel responded to the recent missile attacks carried out by Iran by launching a series of airstrikes against the Islamic Republic. The strikes were carried out in multiple locations under the cover of darkness, causing explosions to be heard in the capital city of Tehran.
The Israeli military stated that their strikes were precise and targeted, hitting missile defense systems, aerial capabilities, and missile manufacturing facilities used to produce weapons that have been used against Israel. However, Iran claimed that the damage caused was limited.
While there is no clear assessment of the destruction caused by the strikes, it is evident that Israel was confident in their attack. Military spokesman Rear Adm. Daniel Hagari even stated that Israel now has broader aerial freedom of operation in Iran.
It is also worth noting what was not targeted in the strikes. Facilities that would likely provoke a harsh response from Iran, such as their oil infrastructure and nuclear facilities, were not hit. This could be due to President Biden's previous statement that he would not support an Israeli strike on Iranian nuclear sites.
Israel has signaled that the pre-dawn bombardment was the end of this attack. Hagari stated that their objectives had been achieved, and shortly after, Iran's Civil Aviation Organization announced that commercial flights would resume. The streets of Tehran were calm, although there were long lines at gas stations as residents stocked up on fuel.
The purpose of the Israeli attacks was to deter future aggression and show that they will not remain silent. However, they also wanted to minimize embarrassment for Iran, according to Yoel Guzansky, a researcher at the Institute for National Security Studies.
The White House has indicated that they want the strikes to end the direct exchanges of fire between Israel and Iran and has warned Iran against retaliating. Other nations, such as Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Syria, have condemned the strikes as a violation of international laws and norms.
One of the key factors in this situation is how Iran will respond. The Iranian Foreign Ministry has stated that they will retaliate, citing their right to self-defense. However, it is uncertain what form this retaliation will take, as it risks provoking another direct attack from Israel.
Overall, the situation between Israel and Iran remains tense, with the potential for further escalation or diplomatic outreach. The outcome of the upcoming US election could also play a significant role in the course of events.
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