On Tuesday, Iran launched more than 180 ballistic missiles at Israel amid escalating tensions. The attack resulted in one Palestinian casualty in the West Bank, but no casualties were reported among Israelis.
In a statement, Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian justified the strike as a response to the Zionist regime’s aggression, aiming to establish peace and security in Iran and the region.
U.S. Secretary of State Anthony Blinken condemned the attack, calling for worldwide denouncement. He also mentioned that initial reports indicated Israel, with support from the U.S. and other allies, effectively repelled the attack.
The Pentagon confirmed that two U.S. destroyers were involved in intercepting the incoming Iranian missiles, with no other U.S. military assets used for defense.
Jake Sullivan, the national security advisor to President Biden, stated that American officials will maintain communication with Israeli counterparts to determine the next steps, including potential Israeli retaliation.
The U.S. State Department reiterated its unwavering support for Israel post-attack, with spokesman Matthew Miller describing the strike as bold and intolerable.
Miller emphasized, “The President has emphasized our steadfast commitment to Israel’s security. We stand with the Israeli people during this critical period.”
