Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu made it clear that Israel will take necessary actions to defend itself in the face of escalating tensions with Iran. Following discussions with British and German foreign ministers, Netanyahu emphasized that Israel will make its own decisions regarding potential retaliation for Iran's recent direct attack on Israel.
During the meetings, Germany's Foreign Minister highlighted the importance of avoiding escalation, stating that it would not benefit any party involved. Meanwhile, Iran's President Ebrahim Raisi issued a strong warning, vowing a severe response to any Israeli invasion.
Iran launched a significant number of missiles and drones at Israel in response to an alleged attack on its embassy compound in Syria. Despite the threats, Israel successfully intercepted the majority of the incoming projectiles with the help of its defense systems.
The ongoing conflict between Israel and Iran has intensified in recent months, with Iran's support of Hamas leading to a deadly terror attack in Israel. In response, Israel conducted a ground invasion of the Gaza Strip to address the situation.
Israel's allies have urged caution in any potential retaliation, emphasizing the importance of avoiding civilian casualties to prevent further escalation of the conflict.
