Massive Iranian Attack

One year later:

US airmen look back on defending Israel from Iranian attack

A year after Iran launched hundreds of missiles and attack drones at Israel, the US airmen who helped intercept them look back on that historic night.

US warns Iraq:

'Don't let Iran attack from your soil, Israel could retaliate'

Axios reports that the Biden administration has warned the Iraqi government that failure to prevent any Iranian-led attack on Israel from Iraqi territory could prompt Israel to launch a retaliatory strike on Iraq.

Iranian President:

'If Israel accepts ceasefires, it may influence our retaliation'

Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian hints that Israel's stance regarding ceasefires in Gaza and Lebanon could influence the "type and intensity" of his country’s response to Israeli strikes on Iranian soil.

Report:

Iran planning to attack Israel with more powerful warheads

Iran has informed Arab diplomats that it is planning a complex response with more advanced weaponry against Israel, reports The Wall Street Journal.

CENTCOM announces:

Strategic bombers have arrived in the Middle East

The move comes amid reports that Iran is planning an attack on Israel.

Israeli source:

'Israel is at high level of readiness for response from Iran'

Israeli military source tells CNN that Israel is at a “high level of readiness” for a response from Iran, but is still assessing the decision-making process in Iran.

Austin to Gallant:

'US fully prepared to defend Israel against threats from Iran'

US Secretary of Defense speaks to Defense Minister amid reports that Iran’s Supreme Leader has ordered an attack on Israel.

Report:

Iran's Supreme Leader ordered preparations for attack on Israel

Israeli intelligence is estimating that Iran may launch a large number of drones and ballistic missiles from Iraqi territory at Israel.

Senior source to CNN:

Iranian response to Israeli strikes to come before US election

US network told Iran's retaliation for Israel's recent strikes in retaliation for Iran's massive missile attack will be 'definitive and painful,' will likely come before Tuesday's presidential election.

Operation Days of Repentance:

Historic Israeli attack on Iran

Israel strikes military targets in Iran, including missile manufacturing sites and surface-to-air missile arrays.

Report:

Iran preparing to launch 1,000 ballistic missiles at Israel

New York Times reports Iranian Supreme Leader has ordered his forces to prepare for war in the event Israel's retaliation for Iran's massive ballistic missile attack causes significant damage.

Iranian President:

'If Israel makes any mistake, Iran will respond strongly'

President Masoud Pezeshkian warns Israel that any potential act of aggression against Iran will be met with a “decisive and unbelievable” response.

White House:

'Biden deeply concerned about leak of Israel’s plans'

National security spokesperson John Kirby says US President is “deeply concerned” following the leak of highly classified US intelligence on Israel’s plans to attack Iran and will be “actively monitoring” the investigation.

Iran complains to IAEA:

'Israel threatened our nuclear facilities'

Iran lodges formal complaint with International Atomic Energy Agency, cites threats from Israel to target its atomic energy facilities: Threats to attack nuclear sites are against UN resolutions.

US Sec. of Defense:

THAAD anti-missile system 'in place' in Israel

Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin noted that the US could put the system into operation very quickly and added: 'We're on pace with our expectations.'

Iranian official:

'We'll respond at higher level if Israel hits military targets'

Iranian military source says that if Israel targets Iran’s nuclear positions, Iran will consider its nuclear policies.

Security Cabinet to meet today

'Strike on Iran in the coming days'

The cabinet will discuss the retaliation for the Iranian missile attack as well as a plan to use an American security company to oversee humanitarian aid in northern Gaza.

Israel's attack plans leaked, US investigating

Documents dated October 15-16 make rounds on the internet, US investigating who had access to top-secret Pentagon document. 'Depending on how this was leaked that trust could be eroded.'

Biden to Congress:

'THAAD, troops deployed to defend Israel against further attack'

US President writes letter to Congressional leadership detailing the measures his administration has taken to defend Israel against Iranian missile attacks.

Iranian FM:

'We're prepared for decisive retaliation if Israel attacks'

Iran's Foreign Minister, Abbas Araqchi, tells UN Secretary-General that Tehran is prepared for a "decisive and regretful" retaliation if Israel launches an attack on Iran in response to the Islamic Republic’s missile strike on Israel.

Report:

Netanyahu told Biden that Israel will strike Iranian military

Unnamed officials tell The Washington Post that Netanyahu has informed the Biden administration that he is prepared to carry out a military strike targeting Iranian military facilities, rather than its oil or nuclear infrastructure.

UK announces new sanctions on Iranian military after attack

The UK government announced a new round of sanctions targeting senior Iranian military figures and organizations for their role in attempting to destabilize the Middle East in response to Iran's massive ballistic missile attack on Israel two weeks ago.

IRGC commander:

'We're ready to respond to any Israeli action'

IRGC Aerospace Commander Amir Ali Hajizadeh ahead of expected Israeli retaliation for Iran's ballistic missile attack: We are ready to respond to any misstep taken by Israel.

Report:

Israel will not attack Iran's nuclear sites

US officials say Israel will limit its retaliation for Iran's massive ballistic missile attack to strike on military and energy infrastructure targets, leaving Iran's nuclear program alone.

Pentagon:

Deployment of advanced missile defense system in Israel approved

Secretary Lloyd Austin authorized the deployment of a THAAD battery and US military personnel to Israel to help bolster Israel's air defenses following Iran's unprecedented attacks against Israel on April 13 and again on October 1.

Report: Iran worried about potential Israeli attack

Tehran is anxious and working frantically to find a diplomatic solution which will prevent Israel from retaliating for the massive missile barrage earlier this month, sources tell CNN.

Iran's unusual message to Israel

Ahead of expected Israeli retaliation, Iran signals willingness to ignore 'limited' Israeli attack, report says.

Report

Iran warning US allies: Help Israel and you're next

Officials tell The Wall Street Journal that Tehran is issuing covert diplomatic warnings, threatening to target oil-rich Gulf Arab states and other US allies in the Middle East if their territories or airspace are used for attacks on Iran.

Security Cabinet yet to agree on Iran response

Israel’s Security Cabinet did not reach a decision on how to respond to Iran’s missile attack in discussions on Thursday night, a source tells CNN.

Officials:

Biden and Netanyahu closer to consensus on Iran attack

US and Israeli officials tell Axios Biden and Netanyahu inched closer to agreement on Israel's planned retaliation against Iran following their call on Wednesday. US official: We are moving in the right direction.

In Thursday phone call

Gallant and Austin discussed retaliation against Iran

Pentagon says Secretary of Defense "reaffirmed ironclad support for Israel's right to defend itself" in conversation with Defense Minister. Axios reports: Gallant discussed with Austin the Israeli plans for retaliation against Iran.

Assessment:

Iran wasted a third of its missiles against Israel

The Iranian regime possessed about 600 "high-quality" missiles before last week's attack in which 180 of them were launched towards Israel.

Report:

US promised not to participate in attack on Iran's nuclear sites

US sends message via Saudi Arabia, promising Iran that it will not aid an attack on Iran's nuclear facilities; Iranian lawmakers call for progress on nuclear weapon.

Report:

Biden and Netanyahu to speak on plans for Iran strike

Axios report: Biden to hold a critical phone call on Wednesday morning with Netanyahu to discuss Israel's plans to strike Iran.

Gallant:

'When we respond, Iran won't know what happened or how'

Defense Minister Gallant says during a visit to the Intelligence Directorate: 'The Iranian attack was aggressive but imprecise, our reponse will be powerful, precise and surprising.'

Iran warns Gulf states:

'Unacceptable to allow your airspace for actions against us'

Senior Iranian official says Tehran has warned Gulf states that allowing their airspace to be used for actions against Iran would provoke a response.

Canadian opposition leader:

'Israeli strike on Iran would be a gift to humanity'

Canadian Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre reaffirms his stance: If Israel were to stop Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons, it would be a gift by the Jewish state to humanity.

IDF releases images of Iranian missile fragments

The IDF, in cooperation with other bodies, has removed 27 remnants of the Iranian missiles fired at Israel during last week's attack.

Bolton blasts Biden for opposing Israeli strikes on Iran

Former US national security adviser condemns Biden administration for openly discouraging Israel from striking Iranian nuclear sites or oil fields: My first reaction was, it was just incompetence, or maybe it was mental capacity, or lack thereof.

Gallant on response to Iran:

'Everything is on the table'

Defense Minister tells CNN that Israel is working in coordination with the United States as it prepares for potential strike on Iran, but will ultimately make its own decisions on how to respond.

Will Israeli response be limited?

The US compensation offer to Israel

US officials offered their Israeli counterparts extensive diplomatic support and additional military aid if they would not attack certain targets in Iran.

Lebanese media outlet: Israeli strike on Iran to begin soon

Jordanian NGOs recommend civilians remain near protected spaces, warn any Israeli military operation against Iran may trigger immediate Iranian response; no official confirmation of reports.

Gallant:

'The Iranians did no harm to the Air Force's capabilities'

Defense Minister Yoav Gallant reviewed the Nevatim Airbase today and spoke with the personnel there about the past year.

Trump:

'Iran's nuclear facilities are what you want to hit'

Former President Trump criticizes President Biden for opposing an Israeli strike on Iran's nuclear facilities following Iran's massive ballistic missile attack on Israel last week.

Biden hints at opposition to strikes on Iranian oil fields

In a White House briefing, US President Joe Biden says if he were in Israel's shoes, he'd be weighing 'alternatives' to strikes on Iran's oil fields.

IDF Officials:

'No chance of ignoring Iranian attack'

IDF officials say that Israel expects cooperation in responding to the missile attack last week.

Trump:

'If I were in charge, attack on Israel never would have happened'

Former US President: If I win, we will have peace in the world again. If Kamala gets four more years, the world goes up in smoke.

EU Foreign Policy Chief:

'The EU reiterates its commitment to the security of Israel'

EU Foreign Policy Chief Josep Borrell condemns Iran’s ballistic missile attack on Israel, again calls for a regional ceasefire.

IDF admits:

Iranian attack damaged airbases

Administrative buildings on several IAF bases were damaged during Iran's attack but no planes were hit.

VP Harris:

'I condemn this attack unequivocally'

US Vice President Kamala Harris, on the Iranian ballistic missile attack against Israel: 'Iran is a destabilizing, dangerous force in the Middle East, and today’s attack on Israel only further demonstrates that fact.'

'It cannot be tolerated'

British Prime Minister condemns Iranian missile attack on Israel

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer after Iranian ballistic missile attack: We stand with Israel, Iran must stop these attacks, together with its proxies like Hezbollah.

UK Defense Secretary:

'British forces played their part in preventing escalation'

British Defense Secretary John Healey comments on Iranian ballistic missile attack on Israel, says British forces played a role in preventing further escalation.

US Ambassador tells UNSC:

'Condemn Iran for its unprovoked attack against Israel'

Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield urges Security Council to condemn and sanction Iran after its missile attack on Israel: We have a collective responsibility to impose sanctions on the IRGC.

'A huge miracle happened'

Iranian missile hits school in Gedera

Iranian missile directly hits Shalhavot Chabad school in the city of Gedera: A huge miracle happened to us.

Jake Sullivan:

We'll work with Israel to ensure there are consequences for Iran

US National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan says Iranian attack was 'significant escalation,' says decisions regarding consequences for Iran to be made jointly with Israel.

Iranian FM:

'Our attack on Israel was in self-defense'

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi claims Iran’s ballistic missile attack on Israel was self-defense: We will not attack again unless Israel decides to invite further retaliation.

'You are a psychopath'

Geert Wilders responds to Iranian Supreme Leader - in Hebrew

After Khamenei threatens Israel in a Hebrew post on X, Dutch right-wing leader fires back: You will lose because logic, democracy and freedom will win and we will always support Israel.

'Response should be proportional'

Biden against Israeli strike on Iran's nuclear facilities

US President says he does not support an Israeli attack on Iranian nuclear sites, adds US will also be rolling out new sanctions against Iran over its missile attack on Israel.

Lloyd Austin to Iran:

Call off all further attacks on Israel, including by proxies

US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin condemns Iranian attack on Israel, reiterates US commitment to Israel's security.

Biden:

'The United States is fully supportive of Israel'

US Vice President Kamala Harris after Iranian ballistic missile attack on Israel: My commitment to the security of Israel is unwavering.