Israel’s War on Gaza: Israeli Cabinet Debates Response to Iran Attack
In the midst of escalating tensions, Israel’s war cabinet is currently deliberating on whether to retaliate against Iran for its recent drone and missile attack. This attack was carried out in response to an Israeli raid on the Iranian consulate in Syria on April 1. Iran claims that the matter can now be considered concluded.
Understanding the Attack: Iranian and Israeli Missiles
To grasp the gravity of the situation, it is essential to comprehend the weapons involved. Al Jazeera’s Defence Editor, Alex Gatopoulos, provides an insightful explanation of the various types of missiles and drones used by Iran in this unprecedented assault. He also sheds light on Israel’s own air defense systems. Watch the video below to gain a comprehensive understanding of the weaponry employed in this conflict.
Latest Developments
As of 18:00 GMT, several significant developments have unfolded. British Foreign Minister David Cameron has condemned Iran’s attack on Israel in the strongest terms during a call with his Iranian counterpart, Hossein Amir-Abdollahian. The European Council President, Charles Michel, announces that the Group of Seven (G7) has unanimously condemned Iran’s drone and missile attack. Furthermore, he emphasizes the importance of all parties exercising restraint.
Hezbollah, a Lebanese militant group, has congratulated Iran’s leadership for its decisive response to the alleged Zionist aggression against the Iranian consulate in Damascus.
In a separate incident, Israeli forces have reportedly shot and injured a young man in the town of Hableh, located south of Qalqilya city in the occupied West Bank. Additionally, verified footage obtained by Al Jazeera shows settlers setting fire to a car owned by Palestinians near Ramallah in the occupied West Bank, while Israeli soldiers stand by without intervening.
The situation continues to evolve rapidly, and it remains to be seen how Israel’s war cabinet will decide to respond to Iran’s attack.
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