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US expects Israel to respond to Iran attack, but in limited scope

Despite cautions against further escalation in the region, Gilad Erdan, Israel’s representative to the UN, said that Israel 'reserves the legal right to retaliate. The world cannot settle for inaction.’

US expects Israel to respond to Iran attack, but in limited scope

Iran warns Israel:

'Don't repeat the mistake of attacking us'

Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister warns Israel against retaliating for Iran’s massive attack on the country: Next time, the response will come within seconds.

'Don't repeat the mistake of attacking us'

In call with Gallant:

Sec. Austin reaffirms 'goal of regional stability'

US Secretary of Defense and Defense Minister speak for the fourth time in recent days, amid speculation that Israel plans to retaliate for Iranian attack.

Sec. Austin reaffirms 'goal of regional stability'

Israeli official:

'Jordan allowed Israeli fighter jets into its airspace'

Israeli air force official says Jordan allowed Israeli fighter jets into its airspace to intercept incoming Iranian missiles and drones during Saturday's attack.

'Jordan allowed Israeli fighter jets into its airspace'

IAEA chief:

'Concerned Israel will attack Iran's nuclear facilities'

Rafael Grossi, head of the International Atomic Energy Agency, says Iran closed its nuclear facilities on Sunday over "security considerations".

'Concerned Israel will attack Iran's nuclear facilities'

Rabbi Cherki:

I recited Hallel after Iran's attack

Rabbi Ouri Cherki explained that there is a mitzvah to praise G-d after a miracle occurs.

I recited Hallel after Iran's attack

Chief of Staff:

'Iranian attack created new opportunities for cooperation'

IDF Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi says 'Across the skies of the Middle East, a coalition was activated to counter this attack — marking the start of the IDF’s Operation Iron Shield.'

'Iranian attack created new opportunities for cooperation'

Trump:

'Iranian attack wouldn't have happened if I were in office'

Former US President rips into Biden over Iran’s attack against Israel: This is because we show great weakness.

'Iranian attack wouldn't have happened if I were in office'

Report:

US officials believe Israel could retaliate against Iran today

Wall Street Journal reports US, Western officials believe Israel's retaliation for Iran's massive missile and drone attack is imminent, even as US attempts to prevent an Israeli retaliation.

US officials believe Israel could retaliate against Iran today

'Free Palestine'

Chicago councilwoman under fire over anti-Israel post

Chicago councilwoman Rossana Rodriguez comes under fire for appearing to cheer Iran’s attack on Israel on social media, claims she hadn’t seen the news of the attack when she made the post.

Chicago councilwoman under fire over anti-Israel post

Chief of Staff:

'Iran's missile, UAV attack will be met with response'

IDF Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi visits Netavim airbase days after the base was damaged in Iran's attack over the weekend.

'Iran's missile, UAV attack will be met with response'

Following assessment:

IDF lifts restrictions imposed before Iranian attack

Educational activities across Israel will be restored. In the areas of the northern border and communities near the Gaza Strip, educational activities will resume in subject with restrictions.

IDF lifts restrictions imposed before Iranian attack

'You saved a lot of lives'

Biden congratulates pilots who intercepted Iranian missiles

US President lauded the members of the 494th and 335th fighter jet squadrons. 'Thanks to extraordinary skill, the United States helped Israel take down almost all of those incoming missiles, you're remarkable.'

Biden congratulates pilots who intercepted Iranian missiles

John Bolton:

'Biden is an embarrassment to the United States'

Former US National Security Adviser blasts Biden for encouraging Israel not to respond to Iran’s attacks: If Iran doesn’t feel the pain, it’s only got to get worse for Israel.

'Biden is an embarrassment to the United States'

Report:

Rafah op. delayed from this week after Iranian attack

CNN reports Israel was to begin dropping warning leaflets on Rafah today, held off due to focus shifting to Iran retaliation.

Rafah op. delayed from this week after Iranian attack

Iran expert to Arutz Sheva:

Iran conveyed double message after the attack

Iran expert, Dr. Menahem Merhavy: 'Iran conveyed a double message; on the one hand, a sense of victory to its people, raising the morale of the security forces after the attack, but on the other, a desire to avoid further rounds against Israel.'

Iran conveyed double message after the attack

Under cover of the war

Iran’s attempt at destabilizing Jordan

Further deterioration in relations between Iran and Jordan – after the latter officially announced that it helped intercept the attack against Israel.

Iran’s attempt at destabilizing Jordan

After Iranian attack:

House Majority Leader expresses support for Israel's decisions

Rep. Steve Scalise called Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu this evening (Monday) and expressed his support for any decision Israel makes in light of the Iranian attack, the Prime Minister's Office announced.

House Majority Leader expresses support for Israel's decisions

Erdan to Security Council:

'No more red-carpet treatment for Iran'

Israel’s Ambassador to the UN calls on Security Council to condemn Iran following its attack on Israel: This attack crossed every red line and Israel reserves the legal right to retaliate.

'No more red-carpet treatment for Iran'

Opposition leader:

'Philadelphi Corridor first, then Rafah'

Asked by Arutz Sheva whether Israel should enter Rafah, opposition leader Yair Lapid replied, 'Four of the weakest Hamas battalions are in Rafah and we will have to deal with them, but it is a long process.'

'Philadelphi Corridor first, then Rafah'

Austin to Gallant:

'We'll continue to take action to defend Israel and US personnel'

US Defense Secretary and Defense Minister speak, for the third time this weekend, after Iran's attack on Israel.

'We'll continue to take action to defend Israel and US personnel'

Review of Iran's first direct attack on Israel, April 14, 2024

What missiles were launched, who participated, and what Tehran is trying to tell the Iranians about its utter failure to strike Israel. Report.

Review of Iran's first direct attack on Israel, April 14, 2024

Ret. Brigadier General:

'Netanyahu must show accountability and resign after the war'

Effi Eitam spoke about accountability and said that PM Netanyahu and Chief of Staff Halevi must vacate their seats at the end of the war – but not before.

'Netanyahu must show accountability and resign after the war'

US army:

'We destroyed more than 80 drones during Iranian attack'

CENTCOM says US forces destroyed more than 80 Iranian drones and at least six ballistic missiles intended to strike Israel from Iran and Yemen.

'We destroyed more than 80 drones during Iranian attack'

Israel vs Iran – A Halakhic Perspective

The Torah commands us to defend ourselves against those who seek to harm us, and to use force when necessary to ensure our survival.

Israel vs Iran – A Halakhic Perspective

Iranian Jewish MP congratulates attack against Israel

Homayoun Sameh claimed the attack was successful, stating that Iran's goal was not to hit with all of the missiles, but to cause confusion and hit specific targets.

Iranian Jewish MP congratulates attack against Israel

After Iranian attack:

Biden stresses need to pass Israel aid bill in Congress

Biden speaks to top four congressional leaders, urges passage of Israel aid bill that Democrats and Republicans have clashed over.

Biden stresses need to pass Israel aid bill in Congress

Watch:

Minor damage to IDF air base from Iranian attack

IDF Spokesperson publishes footage showing the minor damage caused to Netavim airbase during Iran's massive attack on Israel Saturday night.

Minor damage to IDF air base from Iranian attack

National Security Expert:

'Biden is a remarkably good president for Israel'

Dr. Chuck Freilich, Senior Researcher at INSS, speaks to Arutz Sheva: Biden's election prospects depend on how he handles his relationship with Israel. Israel should align its policies with those of the US.

'Biden is a remarkably good president for Israel'

US officials:

Half of the Iranian missiles failed

US officials stated that half of the missiles launched by Iran at Israel either failed to launch or crashed before reaching their target

Half of the Iranian missiles failed

For condemning attack:

Iran summons ambassadors of Britain, France, and Germany

Director for Western Europe at Iran’s foreign ministry accuses the three countries of "double standards" after they condemned Iran's drone and missile attack on Israel.

Iran summons ambassadors of Britain, France, and Germany

America’s response to massive Iranian attack is vital

Under Trump, Iran’s economy was in shambles, and its ability to engage in malignant activity was greatly reduced as a result. Biden reversed all that. Opinion.

America’s response to massive Iranian attack is vital

Iranian soccer star supports Israel:

'We are Iran, not the Islamic Republic'

Ali Karimi, one of the greatest Iranian soccer players of all times, spoke openly against the attack on Israel and surprisingly won extensive support.

'We are Iran, not the Islamic Republic'

Israeli MFA:

Iran must pay a price for its aggression'

Israel’s Foreign Ministry responds to Iranian attack saying that, 'This attack proves once again what Israel has been saying for years: Iran is the one behind the terrorist attacks in the region, and is also the greatest threat to regional stability and world order.'

Iran must pay a price for its aggression'

Iranian Attack:

5 billion shekels in a single night

The former economic advisor to the Chief of Staff, Col. (Res.) Ram Aminach, argues that the defense budget should be increased due to the intensification of the Iranian threats.

5 billion shekels in a single night

As Iran attacked Israel, the Jewish community in Argentina prayed

While Iranian missiles made their way to Israel, hundreds of members of the Jewish community in Argentina participated in a 'midnight prayer' for Israel’s safety.

As Iran attacked Israel, the Jewish community in Argentina prayed

Ben-Gurion Airport returns to operation

The flight schedule for many airlines has changed, and passengers are advised to check their departure time before making their way to the airport.

Ben-Gurion Airport returns to operation

Col. Richard Kemp:

'Iranian attack wasn't symbolic, was meant to cause destruction'

Former commander of British forces in Afghanistan tells Arutz Sheva massive Iranian assault on Israel used more dangerous weapons than the usual Hamas rockets, 99% interception rate was possible thanks to assistance of Israel's allies.

'Iranian attack wasn't symbolic, was meant to cause destruction'

Report:

US told Israel 'take the win' rather than retaliate against Iran

Senior administration official says Biden told Netanyahu the US would not participate in any offensive action against Iran following last night's attack.

US told Israel 'take the win' rather than retaliate against Iran

Netanyahu:

'We intercepted. We blocked. Together we will win'

Prime Minister posts short message to social media vowing victory after Iran launches hundreds of projectiles at Israel.

'We intercepted. We blocked. Together we will win'

Ministers Smotrich and Ben Gvir demand retaliation against Iran

Minister Ben Gvir called for a strong response to Iran’s attack: 'The concept of proportionality passed from the world on October 7th. In order to create deterrence in the Middle East – we must initiate a full-blown response.'

Ministers Smotrich and Ben Gvir demand retaliation against Iran

Russia claims Iranian attack was justified self-defense

Russian foreign ministry defends massive attack by its ally Iran on Israel, calls on 'all sides' to show restraint in attack's aftermath.

Russia claims Iranian attack was justified self-defense

PM's office denies cabinet opposed response to Iran

Ministers Benny Gantz and Gadi Eisenkot reportedly demanded an immediate response to Iran's attack, while others in the War Cabinet opposed it.

PM's office denies cabinet opposed response to Iran

IDF reveals images of damage caused by Iranian attack

Out of hundreds of launches, only a few missiles crossed into the territory of the State of Israel causing only minor damage to infrastructure at the Nevatim Airbase near the runway and to a road in the Hermon area.

IDF reveals images of damage caused by Iranian attack

Minister Gantz:

'Israel is against Iran, the world is against Iran'

National Unity Party Chairman Minister Benny Gantz called for Israel to strengthen its regional alliances and declared that Israel will strike back 'in the manner and at the time that is right for us.'

'Israel is against Iran, the world is against Iran'

Ministers call for offensive action against Iran

Likud, Otzma Yehudit ministers praise quality of Israel's defensives during Iranian attack on Israel overnight, call for Israel to take offensive after barrage.

Ministers call for offensive action against Iran

US Defense Sec:

'We intercepted dozens of UAVs, missiles launched at Israel'

Secretary Lloyd Austin criticizes Iranian regime after Iran launches hundreds of drones and missiles at Israel overnight.

'We intercepted dozens of UAVs, missiles launched at Israel'

President Herzog to Sky News:

'We are not war seekers; we are considering all options'

President Herzog, speaking to Sky News: 'I am quite confident we will take the necessary steps to protect and defend our people.'

'We are not war seekers; we are considering all options'

Iran attacks:

Iranian FM threatens more attacks if Israel responds

Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian claims assault on Israel using 300 UAVs and missiles was 'responsible,' 'legitimate self-defense.'

Iranian FM threatens more attacks if Israel responds

Ben Gvir responds

Khamenei posts in Hebrew

Iran’s Supreme Leader mocked after posting in Hebrew to social media site X and including footage of interceptions of Iranian missiles over Temple Mount.

Khamenei posts in Hebrew

IDF Spokesman:

99% of Iranian missiles, drones intercepted

IDF spokesperson Rear Admiral Daniel Hagari says nearly all of the 300 projectiles launched at Israel overnight were intercepted upon meeting "aerial and technological superiority of the IDF."

99% of Iranian missiles, drones intercepted

'Target down'

Footage of successful interceptions of Iranian threats

Dozens of IAF aircraft were spread out in the skies to protect Israeli airspace and successfully intercepted UAVs and cruise missiles.

Footage of successful interceptions of Iranian threats

Arab affairs expert:

'Israel was attacked because Iran saw it as weak'

Arab affairs correspondent Zvi Yehezkeli claims that Israeli deterrence has been worn down over multiple conflicts, leading to the Iranian attack.

'Israel was attacked because Iran saw it as weak'

Report:

G7 agree to pressure Israel not to respond to Iranian attack

G7 leaders agreed to use all possible channels of influence to pressure Israel not to respond to the Iranian attack

G7 agree to pressure Israel not to respond to Iranian attack

Amb. David Friedman:

Iran literally attacked the Al Aqsa Mosque

Former US Ambassador to Israel: "This is the time for Israel, the West and the moderate Sunni nations to unite against this evil, terrorist nation".

Iran literally attacked the Al Aqsa Mosque

IDF Spokesman Hagari:

'Iran launched 60 tons of warheads and explosives at Israel'

Spokesman Hagari applauded international cooperation in thwarting the Iranian threat and noted: 'Even while under attack from Iran, we have not lost sight of our critical mission in Gaza to rescue our hostages from the hands of Iran's proxies Hamas.'

'Iran launched 60 tons of warheads and explosives at Israel'

The chapter of Psalms that Israelis searched for on Google

Google data reveals that thousands of Israelis typed the word "Psalms" into the search engine last night.

The chapter of Psalms that Israelis searched for on Google

Gallant:

'We have thwarted the most significant wave of the attack'

Defense Minister Yoav Gallant held a situational assessment with Israel's defense officials following the successful interception of the Iranian attack.

'We have thwarted the most significant wave of the attack'

Following Iranian attack

Chief of Staff speaks to CENTCOM commander

LG Herzi Halevi thanked General Michael Erik Kurilla and noted that the close cooperation between the two militaries throughout the war has led to the formation of a strong defensive coalition that proved itself last night.

Chief of Staff speaks to CENTCOM commander

'Am Yisrael Chai':

How world leaders reacted to the Iranian assault

Leaders from many countries around the world publish messages of support for Israel and condemn Iran following the attack.

How world leaders reacted to the Iranian assault






























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