Israel’s Chief of Staff, Herzi Halevi, announced on Monday that his country will retaliate against Iran for the attack carried out on an Israeli air base. Despite concerns about increased tensions in the region, Halevi emphasized that Israel would not let the launching of numerous ballistic missiles, cruise missiles, and drones go unanswered.
Iran’s attack was an attempt to damage Israel’s strategic capabilities, which had never happened before. Halevi mentioned that Israel had been prepared for Operation ‘Iron Shield’ to intercept incoming projectiles. Following the attack on the air base, Halevi visited the Nevatim air base in the Negev desert to assess the damage caused by Iran’s drones. The Israeli Army confirmed that over 300 projectiles were launched, most of which were intercepted before causing any significant damage.
Iran has justified its attacks as a legitimate response and a form of self-defense after the bombing of its Consulate in Damascus allegedly by Israel. This incident resulted in the death of seven members of the Iranian Revolutionary Guard. The situation remains tense as both countries weigh their next steps in this ongoing conflict.
