In a significant escalation, the Iranian military launched nearly 200 missiles towards Israel on October 1, prompting widespread alarm among Israeli citizens. In response, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vowed to retaliate against the attacks, marking a tense moment in the ongoing regional tensions.
Iran stated that the missile strikes were a direct retaliation for previous attacks that resulted in the deaths of leaders from Hezbollah, Hamas, and the Iranian military. This declaration underscores the complex web of alliances and hostilities in the Middle East.
During a press briefing, Daniel Hagari, the Israeli military spokesman, confirmed that several of the Iranian missiles successfully hit targets in central and southern Israel. However, he also noted that \"quite a few\" of the missiles were intercepted by Israel's advanced air defense systems, highlighting the effectiveness of the nation’s defensive capabilities.
Amid the strikes, a CGTN stringer in Tel Aviv captured harrowing footage of Iranian missiles being intercepted by defense systems, while local residents hurriedly sought shelter to protect themselves from the impending danger. The scenes painted a vivid picture of the immediate impact of the missile attacks on everyday life in Israel.
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cgtn.com
