'This Will Have Consequences', says IDF After Iran Launches 180 Ballistic Missiles Targeting Israel

On eve of Rosh Hashanah (Jewish New Year ), Israel is under attack as around 180 ballistic missiles have been launched from Iran, triggering sirens across country. Israel Defense Forces (IDF) confirmed that missiles were fired from Iran, with alarms sounding in central and sourn Israel, as citizens were urged to seek shelter immediately.

Footage from various parts of Israel shows missile interceptions and falling debris, as defense systems engage to protect populated areas. IDF emphasized that explosions heard in several regions were due to missile interceptions or impacts. Shrapnel or rocket debris has been reported in Tel Aviv, Sharon region, and near De Sea, although no injuries have been confirmed so far.

"You are asked to stay in a protected area until furr notice," IDF said in a public statement, vising population to remain in shelter as missile fire continues.

U.S. Monitoring Situation

In Washington, White House confirmed that U.S. President Joe Biden held a meeting with Vice President Kamala Harris and senior national security visers earlier in day to assess imminent threat from Iran. White House statement, released after attacks began, noted that U.S. h reviewed preparations to assist Israel in defending against missile strikes and ensuring safety of American personnel in region.

"y reviewed status of U.S. preparations to help Israel defend against se attacks and protect U.S. personnel in region," White House statement said.

Ongoing Threat

missile fire from Iran remains ongoing as Israel's defense systems continue to intercept incoming rockets. IDF is monitoring situation closely, with multiple impact sites alrey reported. Israelis are being urged to remain vigilant and stay in protected areas until furr instructions are provided.

As situation develops, nation remains on high alert, and furr updates are expected as defense forces respond to largest missile barrage in recent history. According to multiple reports, this time, it took around 15 minutes for first barrage of missiles to reach Israel, from Iran.

Iran h attacked Israel back in April as well. At that time, Israel successfully defended itself with help from key allies. However, back in April, Israel didn't respond in kind. This time, fear is, Israel may. 

Meanwhile, Pentagon has released a statement that says "United States is well-postured to defend U.S. personnel, allies and partners in face of threats from Iran and Iran-backed terrorist organizations.”

Reports suggest that during a phone conversation between Israeli Defence Minister Yoav Gallant and US Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin, both discussed severe consequences Iran will face. Biden has directed that US military to "aid Israel’s defense against Iranian attacks and shoot down missiles that are targeting Israel.”

Iran, for its part, through its state media, has indicated that if Israel responds, it'll face a “more crushing and ruinous” response from Tehran. New York Time is reporting that people in Tehran are cheering “God is great” to celebrate Iran's attack on Jewish state. 

This missile fire will have consequences, says Israel

IDF's spokesperson Daniel Hagari has stated that- 

"Dear citizens,

A short time ago, missiles were launched from Iran towards State of Israel. You are asked to remain vigilant and follow Home Front Command's instructions precisely. In last few minutes, Home Front Command has sent messages to mobile phones in certain areas with life-saving instructions, directing people to enter protected spaces. You must reach safest protected space in your vicinity. Upon hearing a siren, immediately enter a protected space and remain re until furr instructions are given.

air defense system is fully operational, detecting and intercepting threats wherever necessary, even at this moment. However, defense is not hermetic, and refore it is essential to follow Home Front Command's instructions. You may hear explosions, which could be result of interceptions or impacts. Due to variety of threats, alarms may be triggered in widespre areas. Stay updated on instructions via official pages of Home Front Command and IDF Spokesperson."

According to a report from Israeli media, he ded that “This [missile] fire will have consequences. We have plans, and we will act in time and place that we choose”.

UN says it is worried about escalation

UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres has said that “I condemn broening of Middle East conflict with escalation after escalation.  This must stop.  We absolutely need a ceasefire.”

However, official Twitter account of Israel quickly responded to Guterres's tweet by writing “We condemn your inability to string toger a tweet which holds Iran responsible for firing 181 ballistic missiles at 10 million Israeli civilians”. 

Just some days ago, Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu delivered a speech at UNGA, calling it a swamp filled with anti-Semites.