‘You’ll pay for your big mistake’ -Israeli Prime Minister, Netanyahu
Israeli Prime Minister, Benjamin Netanyahu has stated that Iran has made a big mistake by attacking his country, Israel.
Netanyahu was responding to Iranian’s 400 ballistic missiles and drone attacks on Central Israel a short while ago, a comment suggesting an imminent reprisal.
Israel has been locked in a battle with Palestinians in recent times in what the Israeli Prime Minister had earlier described as a revenge.
Responding to the attacks by Iran, Netanyahu said: “Iran made a big mistake tonight – and it will pay for it. The regime in Iran does not understand our determination to defend ourselves and our resolve to retaliate against our enemies.
Sinwar and Daif did not understand this, Nasrallah and Muhsin did not understand this, and there are probably those in Tehran who do not understand this. They will understand.”
According to pundits, Iran’s ballistic missile attack has destroyed more than 20 5th-generation F-35 fighter jets in Israel.
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In an apparent response, Iran issued a stern warning to Israel, asserting its readiness for any retaliatory moves in the wake of escalating tensions.
This follows a series of missile strikes launched by Iran against Israel early Tuesday, marking a sharp escalation in the ongoing conflict between the two nations.
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Iran’s Supreme Leader, ordered the missile launch, with over 180 ballistic missiles fired into Israel. The attack has raised concerns of further military confrontations in the region.
The Israeli military confirmed the missile strikes but reported no injuries. Rear Adm. Daniel Hagari, spokesperson for the Israeli military, noted that Israel’s air defences successfully intercepted many of the incoming missiles, although some did manage to hit central and southern parts of the country.
In response, a senior Iranian official speaking to Reuters made it clear that Tehran is prepared for any countermeasures from Israel.
“We are fully ready for any retaliation,” the official said.
Meanwhile, Iran’s mission to the United Nations defended the missile strikes, framing them as a necessary reaction to what it described as “terrorist acts” by Israel.
The mission emphasised that Iran would continue to take action in defence of its national security and regional interests.
On his part, Brigadier General Nasirzadeh said “In this operation, a variety of our missiles were used. Our targets were only military and intelligence-related, and they were completely legitimate.
If the Zionist regime responds, it will receive a harsher reply. This operation was merely a reciprocal action, but if they respond, we will begin the next wave”.
As tensions soar, the international community is watching closely, anticipating potential escalation between the two rivals. Both nations remain on high alert, raising fears of a broader conflict.