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Middle East Tensions Escalate: Iran Drone Attack Prompt UN Condemnation, Hezbollah Rockets Target Israeli Defense Forces

Sirens blared and explosions rocked the skies above Jerusalem as reports emerged that Iran had unleashed a barrage of attack drones, according to the Israeli news agency TPS. The alarms were not limited to Jerusalem, as similar alerts sounded across northern Israel and the Negev region.

In the aftermath of Iran’s assault, UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres swiftly condemned the large-scale attack on Israel, as reported by CNN. Guterres urgently called for an immediate cessation of hostilities, expressing grave concern over the potential for a widespread escalation of violence in the region.

Hezbollah, the Lebanese militant group, reportedly joined the fray following Iran’s retaliatory strikes. In a statement, Hezbollah expressed solidarity with the Palestinian people in Gaza and their resistance against what they deemed Israeli aggression.

The conflict further intensified with Yemen’s Houthi rebels allegedly coordinating with Iran to launch drones towards Israel, as per Reuters citing security agencies. The projectiles were purportedly timed to strike Israeli targets simultaneously, raising alarms over potential collateral damage to shipping assets in the Red Sea.

CNN reported that the United States intercepted several Iranian drones en route to Israel, with its air defense systems responding to the threat. Meanwhile, the UK was reported to be providing support but not actively deploying assets for intercepting Iranian drones, as they were focused on redeploying resources from other operations in the region.

An Israeli military official, speaking to CNN, disclosed that over 100 drones had been launched from Iran towards Israel. Israel remained vigilant, tracking the approaching drones and taking necessary defensive measures to safeguard the country. The official also acknowledged the potential for further waves of attacks, underscoring Israel’s readiness to address any airborne threats.

In anticipation of potential escalations, Israel reportedly conducted GPS scrambling and closed its airspace. The official reiterated Israel’s robust defensive posture in response to the evolving situation, emphasizing their readiness to confront any threats to the nation’s security.

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Srishti Verma

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