Iran Missiles Hit Israel, Netanyahu Vows Retaliation

Tensions in West Asia have escalated significantly after Iran launched an unprecedented missile attack on Israel on October 1, 2024, in retaliation for the assassinations of key Hezbollah and Hamas leaders. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vowed that Iran would 'pay for it' and hinted at significant retaliatory measures. The attack saw roughly 200 ballistic missiles fired, with Israel's defense systems intercepting most of them, though some hit central and southern Israel, causing widespread alarm. The only known fatality was a Palestinian laborer in the West Bank, while several others were injured. The international community responded with the US and European leaders condemning Iran's actions and calling for de-escalation. This missile strike marks a dangerous new phase in the conflict, with potential further escalations expected from both sides.