Iran Launches Missiles at Israel; Tel Aviv Threatens 'Forceful' Response

Iran launched a ballistic missile attack targeting Israel on Sunday amid heightened regional tensions. Israeli authorities reported that their air defense systems successfully intercepted at least two of the projectiles. The attack, which originated from Tehran, occurred while negotiations for a ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah in southern Lebanon were ongoing. Iran, a key regional ally of Hezbollah, had previously warned of retaliation for Israeli airstrikes on Hezbollah positions in Lebanon. Ali Abdollahi, commander of the Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters, stated that Israel would face further "blows" if it continued its military operations, according to the semi-official Fars news agency. Israeli officials, cited by The Times of Israel, asserted that the government would respond "forcefully." Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was expected to convene a security meeting to assess the situation and determine the next steps. Videos circulating on social media appeared to show the projectiles and the activation of Israeli air defense systems, with some Iranian state television channels broadcasting images of celebrations following the missile launch. Hours before the Iranian attack, Israel had bombed southern Beirut suburbs, resulting in at least two deaths and 11 injuries, despite a U.S. request to avoid striking the Lebanese capital.

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Israel will receive new 'blows' if it maintains its military operations.