IDF Spokesman Daniel Hagari, issued a statement this evening after the Iranian attack against Israel that included 181 missiles fired at various areas.
"Iran launched a large-scale attack of over 180 ballistic missiles directly from Iranian soil at the State of Israel.''
''There were a small number of hits in the center of Israel, and other hits in Southern Israel. The majority of the incoming missiles were intercepted by Israel and a defensive coalition led by the United States.''
''Iran’s attack is a severe and dangerous escalation. There will be consequences.''
''Our defensive and offensive capabilities are at the highest levels of readiness. Our operational plans are ready. We will respond wherever, whenever, and however we choose, in accordance with the directive of the government of Israel.''
''Iran and its proxies have been attacking Israel since the 7th of October on 7 fronts. Iran and its proxies seek the destruction of Israel.''
''The Israel Defense Forces will continue doing everything necessary to defend the State of Israel and protect the people of Israel."
Iran launched 181 missiles at Israel tonight, according to the Revolutionary Guards, who claimed that more than 400 missiles were fired.
During the attack, sirens sounded throughout the country, Israel's airspace was closed and reports of rocket strikes in several areas were received. At the same time, the security cabinet convened in the bunker in Jerusalem - for the first time since the war began.
Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich responded to the massive missile launch: "Like Gaza, Hezbollah and the State of Lebanon, Iran will regret this moment." Minister Miki Zohar said: "The stupid Iranian leader who made the worst decision in its history will pay a heavy price. This is the beginning of the end of the cursed Iranian regime."
A US official told Kan News before the massive missile launch: "A direct military attack from Iran against Israel will result in severe consequences for Iran." In addition, in the afternoon Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu declared: "We are in the midst of a campaign against the axis of evil of Iran. These are days of great achievements and great challenges."