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Israel Prepares Significant Military Response to Iran's Attack of 200 Missiles, Leaving Three Dead

Oct 5, 2024, 11:42 AM

Israel is preparing a significant and serious military response to Iran's recent ballistic missile attack, which involved approximately 200 missiles. The attack, which took place earlier this week, triggered nationwide air raid sirens and forced millions of Israelis into bomb shelters. Israeli military officials have stated that the response will be substantial and are coordinating their preparations with the United States. The Israeli Security Cabinet has given the green light for a large-scale operation, and the IDF has raised its alert level on all fronts. The retaliation is expected to target Iranian military assets and possibly other strategic sites, with the aim of deterring future actions by Iran and its allies. The response is anticipated to coincide with the anniversary of the October 7 Hamas attack, adding to the heightened state of readiness in the region. The attack involved 181 ballistic missiles and resulted in three deaths.