The US military reported intercepting “dozens” of Iranian missiles during a night attack on Israel
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US military joins in repelling Iranian attack on Israel, US missile defense systems shoot down large number missiles, issued by Iran, Reuters reports.
According to a British publication citing American officials, the United States shot down “dozens” of missiles flying towards Israel. The Iranian attack reportedly lasted five hours and consisted of several waves. No other details were provided.
The US military shot down dozens of Iranian missiles heading towards Israel
- writes the edition.
Meanwhile, Israel has already counted the number of missiles launched across the country and drones. According to currently available information, the attack involved 185 drones, 36 cruise missiles and 110 surface-to-surface missiles. Most were launched from Iran itself, the rest from Iraq and Yemen.
Two Israeli officials said Iran fired 185 drones and 36 cruise missiles. Most of the launches were carried out from Iran, but a small number were launched from Iraq and Yemen. Iran also launched 110 surface-to-surface missiles
writes the New York Times.
Tehran did not announce the number of weapons used, only stating that the strike on Israeli territory was carried out in response to the destruction of the Iranian consulate in Syria.
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