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White House: Iranian Attack on Israel Repelled, 200 Missiles Intercepted, Civilian Death Reported

Oct 1, 2024, 07:47 PM

The White House has confirmed that an Iranian missile attack on Israel was effectively repelled and deemed ineffective. National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan reported that Iran launched nearly 200 ballistic missiles towards Israel, but the United States and Israeli defense forces successfully intercepted them. No deaths or significant damage to military assets in Israel have been reported. However, there was a reported death of a Palestinian civilian in the West Bank. President Joe Biden emphasized U.S. support for Israel and highlighted the collaboration between the U.S. military and the Israeli Defense Forces in the defense effort. The attack is considered a significant escalation by Iran, and discussions are ongoing regarding an appropriate response.