Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has vowed retaliation following an attack by Iran, declaring that the country “made a big mistake tonight – and it will pay for it.”
In a stern statement, Netanyahu attributed the attack to Tehran, saying, “There is a deliberate and murderous hand behind this attack – it comes from Tehran.” He reaffirmed Israel’s commitment to its defense, adding, “We will stand by the rule we established: whoever attacks us – we will attack them.”
Despite Iran’s claims that 90% of its missiles reached their targets, Netanyahu stated that the assault had “failed.” Reports from Israel and the U.S. indicate that most of the missiles were intercepted, and no casualties or damage have been reported so far.
Israeli officials have pledged a “painful response” to the attack, with the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) spokesperson stating that retaliation will occur at a time and in a manner of their choosing.