Iran Threatens ‘Vast Destruction’

Iran Threatens ‘Vast Destruction’ as Netanyahu Vows Payback for Missile Attack

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vowed that Iran would pay for its missile attacks, while Tehran warned that any retaliation by Israel or its allies would result in “vast destruction.”

Iran’s Revolutionary Guards issued a stern warning to Israel on Wednesday, vowing “crushing attacks” if it retaliates for a missile strike launched by Tehran, escalating tensions in the already volatile region.

On Tuesday, Iran launched a barrage of missiles targeting three military bases near Tel Aviv and key air and radar installations. According to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, “90 percent” of the missiles “hit their targets,” although no injuries have been reported by Israeli authorities.

Tehran linked the missile strike to an “attack on the sovereignty” of Iran, referencing the assassination of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh in July. The Iranian government described its military actions as defensive, taken “after a period of restraint.”

Iran warned of “vast destruction” should Israel retaliate. The Iranian armed forces cautioned other nations against intervening in the conflict, stating their “interests in the region will also face a powerful attack.”

Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian warned Netanyahu that “Iran is not a warmonger, but it firmly opposes any threats. This is merely a glimpse of our strength. Do not provoke Iran.”

Following the Iranian missile attacks, Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu delivered a firm response, stating, “Iran made a big mistake tonight and will pay for it. Whoever attacks us, we attack them.”

The United States, which had earlier warned of an imminent Iranian ballistic missile attack, described the assault as “defeated and ineffective.” White House National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan also warned Tehran of serious repercussions.

Israel’s security cabinet met late Tuesday to discuss the escalating situation. IDF spokesperson Daniel Hagari stated, “This attack will have consequences. We have plans, and we will operate at the place and time we decide.”

Iran fired more than 180 ballistic missiles at Israel on Tuesday. Explosions were heard in Tel Aviv, Jerusalem, and the Jordan River valley. The Israeli military published a video of a school in the central city of Gadera that was heavily damaged by an Iranian missile.

The IDF reported that its missile defense systems carried out “a large number of interceptions,” and the U.S. said it intercepted some of the missiles to help defend Israel. No injuries were reported in Israel, but a Palestinian was killed in the occupied West Bank, authorities said.

Tuesday’s attack followed Iran’s vow to retaliate after Israeli strikes killed the top leadership of its ally Hezbollah in Lebanon, including the group’s leader Hassan Nasrallah.

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