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Israel Conducts First Open Attack on Iran, Hits Missile and Air Defense Sites

Oct 26, 2024, 10:30 PM

Israel conducted its first open attack on Iran, targeting missile sites and air defense systems while apparently sparing oil and nuclear facilities. The limited nature of the attack, which avoided critical infrastructure such as oil and nuclear sites, may help spur a regional deal. Iran has downplayed the impact of the attack, suggesting it may not respond in kind.