A potentially decisive moment occurred as Israeli forces retaliated with airstrikes on Iran following Iran’s attack on Israel. The Israeli air force targeted missile manufacturing facilities and surface-to-air arrays in Iran. This retaliation was in response to Iran’s launch of 181 ballistic missiles at Israel, which were intercepted by Israeli defense systems. The goal of the Israeli response was to establish deterrence without escalating the conflict.
The conflict between Israel and Iran has escalated due to changes in the regional context, including strikes against Iran’s allies like Hezbollah. Israel’s actions have raised questions about Hezbollah’s power and the effectiveness of Israel’s defense systems. The situation is tense, with both sides trying to maintain a balance to prevent further escalation.
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